Quinta das Vistas, Funchal Portugal

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A charming and elegant quality orientated option, in an off centre location behind the resort. Attracts discerning guests who seek style, luxury and away from the masses tranquillity.

The sumptuous lounges and attention to detail make this a wise choice for those who want to avoid the modern mass market properties that line the coast and stay in luxurious surroundings with much attention to detail and personal service.

Exterior

A conventional, elegantly restored manor house which blends well into the landscaped gardens that surround it. A broad driveway has trees on either side and a large parking area. All rooms come with an airy balcony and many enjoy views out over the town to the eastern coast line.

Property type: Hotel

Balcony/Terrace: All rooms

Storeys: 4

Built Year: 1900s

Exterior: Building

Interior

The interior is a design catalogue dream with sumptuous sofas in the spacious lobby and lounge and a small intimate reception area. The country house style communal areas are tastefully furnished with pastel colours and attractive pictures. There is a variety of antiques on display and the restaurant provides an elegant fine dining venue with rich fabrics and fine tableware. A piano bar is located in a long polished room with shining wood flooring.

Rooms: 71

Grounds

The extensive gardens accommodate a plethora of lush vegetation and mature trees as well as a ornamental fountains, a pond with its resident swans and a pavilion alongside a mini golf course. The pool is rather small when considering the number of rooms but there is also a covered pool and spa facility available.

Location

Area Type: On the brow of a hill with splendid views across the town of Funchal towards the Atlantic Ocean and behind to the mountains. There is very little around in the way of tourist amenities and often guests prefer to hire a car for which there is ample parking space. Bus stop 150m.

Nearest beach: 4km (Lido)

Public Transport:
150m to Bus

Map Ref: 55