Hotel Porto Santa Maria

An introduction to Hotel Porto Santa Maria

As one of the only hotels in Funchal's old town, the Porto Santa Maria hits the location jackpot. You've got shops and restaurants on the doorstep and plenty in the way of Funchal's trademark 17th-century architecture on tap. What's more, the hotel sits right on the water's edge, on one of the few flat spots in this 'tiered city', and comes with a side-order of harbour views. Pebbly Sao Tiago beach is next door, too. Not far away there's the cable car that runs up to the town of Monte, the Forte de Sao Tiago castle and the famous Lavradores market.

Not only are all the rooms here modern and stylish, but they come with the added extra of a kitchenette. On top of that, they all have private verandas. For a view of the Atlantic, plump for a Sea View Studio, or to wake up to the smell of sub-tropical blooms, choose a Garden View Studio. If you want to go all out, book a Junior Suite - they come complete with oversized double beds, separate living areas and ocean views.

The hotel rustles up buffets in the Arsenal Restaurant, with themed a la carte menus if you really want to indulge. On the cocktails front, head to the Captain's Bar and gaze out to sea. For the sound of waves lapping just a few feet away, meanwhile, pull up a pew at the Promenade Bar before ambling into town of an evening.

Landscaped gardens, sun terraces and a large lagoon pool – the Porto Santa Maria has got the lot. Add an indoor heated swimming pool, whirlpool bath, gym, sauna and health club and you've got everything you could possibly need for a relaxing break. Last but not least, if you like to unwind with a round of the auld game, take advantage of the discount green fees available at Palheiro and Santo da Serra golf courses.

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Hotel Porto Santa Maria reviews - what customers thought

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Written on 01/04/2006, David & Evelyn Southerden said...

Evelyn and I enjoyed two weeks at this hotel in April 2006. Porto Santa Maria is one of the Porto Bay group of hotels in Madeira, We stayed at the Santa Maria but visited other hotels in the group. They are good but the Santa Maria has the edge. Good... more on this review

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Hotel Porto Santa Maria details

Hotel features

Swimming pool

Swimming pool
Heated indoor pool
Pool/snack bar
Sun terraces and landscaped gardens
Sunbeds and pool towels

Meals

Dining room serving buffet meals
A la carte menu available
Sea Atmosphere restaurant serving traditional food
Guests on half board can eat once a week at the Eden Mar Suite Hotel

Entertainment

Cocktail bar
Lounge
Bar

Activities

Health club and massage
Golf courses 8km and 30km away, separate management
Sauna available
Whirlpool bath and gym

Location

Situated in Funchal Old Town with shops‚ bars and restaurants nearby
Next to pebbly Sao Tiago Beach
100m to bus-stop - services run every 15 minutes throughout the island and cable car station for services to Monte