Location
This comfortable beach hotel is located in lively surroundings in the hotel area of Funchal, ideal for the more adventurous guest. Links to the public transport system are located just a stone's throw away (50 m). There is a stop for the public transport to be found in front of the hotel and a regular shuttle bus provides a link to the resort's centre. The inviting beach with its turquoise blue sea is just 100 m away. The local vicinity (within a 100-m radius) offers a vast array of shopping facilities as well as numerous restaurants, various bars, pubs, cafes and many other entertainment facilities. The Lido (sea side bathing complex) is only around 150 m away. The resort centre, which is well worth seeing is around 3 km away and can be reached on foot, by car or with public transport.
Facilities
32 apartments, 62 studios and 168 double rooms are located on 11 storeys and can be reached by lift. Guests are warmly welcomed by multilingual staff at the 24-hour reception desk in the lobby. Check-in/check-out service is available round the clock. Guests receive a welcome drink upon arrival. Amenities include a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe and currency exchange service. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. There are a number of shops, including a supermarket. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand, a TV room, a playroom and a library. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include medical assistance, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser and a coin-operated laundry. A bicycle hire service provides all the necessary equipment for exploring the surrounding area. Lectures, presentations and meetings can be held in one of the 3 conference rooms.
Rooms
Air conditioning, central heating and a fan ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Most units include a balcony with sea views, where guests can relax and linger a while. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed or a king-size bed. Separate bedrooms are available. Children's beds can be requested for younger guests. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. The kitchenette comes with a refrigerator, a microwave and a tea/coffee station. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi (no extra charge) provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. A hairdryer, a vanity mirror and bathrobes are provided. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The apartment hotel has non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
Guests can strike that perfect balance between exercise and relaxation in one of the 3 indoor and outdoor pools. The freshwater pool area, which is in part heated, also has a children's pool. Guests can treat themselves to refreshing drinks at the poolside snack bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub (no extra charge). A terrace with sun loungers and parasols is available. The hotel offers numerous indoor sports, including a gym, table tennis, billiards, darts and aerobics or, for a fee, pilates. There is a wellness area with a hammam and hydrotherapy treatments and, for an additional fee, a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a beauty salon and massage treatments. The hotel offers an entertainment programme for adults.
Meals
Various dining options are available, including a dining room, a breakfast room, a café and a bar. Guests can enjoy the culinary delights of the non-smoking, air-conditioned restaurant, which provides high chairs for children. Half board is offered as a catering option. A generous breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. For lunch, guests can choose between à la carte and a set menu. Dinner is served as a buffet. Diet meals, gluten-free meals and vegetarian dishes can be prepared on request.
Payment
The apartment hotel accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.