Quinta da Bela Vista

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• User:Bowler10033

  Trip type: Couples

  A special hotel and worthy of their 5* rating

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  You can tell that this hotel is special as soon as you come up the drive to the main house. We had a great welcome and we were personally shown to our room, which was ready early.Pool Area - very good. A nice size outdoor pool, plenty of sun loungers, a gym, jacuzzi and saunaPool Bar - the most impressive pool bar I have ever seen with great views. Extensive menu that is not overpriced considering where you are stayingBreakfast - a very varied choice Dinner - we had dinner included which was served in the main restaurant. A set four course meal each night. The menu was published at breakfast so you could talk to the staff if there was something you didn’t like and they provided an alternative Rooms - we had a standard room. Very clean and beds very comfortable. The carpet in our room was dirty with what may have been blood. We spoke to reception and they moved us straight away which we really appreciatedService - the staff were amazing and are a credit to the hotel. Specifically the restaurant supervisor, head receptionist and pool guy!Gardens - these are beautiful and well looked after. Great for a stroll after dinner.We had a great time and hope to visit again in the future.

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• User:Kirvandos

  Trip type: Couples

  Wonderful authentic hotel and garden with fantastic staff

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  We spent a wonderful week here in February, and it was a fantastic stay from start to finish.The hotel's original architecture gives it a charming, distinctive atmosphere, the garden is an absolute haven, and the pool area boasts breathtaking views. The location is convenient too — within walking distance of Funchal centre (yes, there's a hill, but that's just Funchal), and with great public transport links right around the corner.Our room was comfortable and well-kept, though it could benefit from a little freshening up — there was a faint musty smell, and we did occasionally catch some sounds from neighbouring rooms. Minor points in the grand scheme of things.The real standout, though, was the people. Every single member of staff was warm, welcoming, and genuinely went out of their way to make us feel at home — truly top-notch hospitality. As for the food, breakfast was delicious, and the restaurant(s) kept that standard up throughout our stay.If you're looking for an experience that's full of character, stunning scenery, and heartfelt service, this is the place. Highly recommend! Quinta da Bela Vista, Other at Quinta da Bela Vista, responded to this review Thank you very much for your wonderful review and recommendation of Quinta da Bela Vista.We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the unique character of the hotel and property. Most of all, we are grateful for your kind words about our team. Providing warm and genuine hospitality is at the heart of what we do, and it is rewarding to know this made such a positive impression on your stay.We also appreciate your constructive feedback regarding the room and will take them into consideration for future improvements.Thank you once again for choosing Quinta da Bela Vista. We hope to welcome you back to Madeira in the future.

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• User:mdDerbyshire

  Trip type: Couples

  Very pleasant stay at this excellent hotel

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  We spent a week at this delightful hotel and it was a relaxing and enjoyable stay. It is a well-maintained old school hotel, with extensive grounds and gardens. The room was spacious and well-appointed, with a balcony, and a powerful shower in the bathroom. The dining room was elegant, and the breakfasts were sumptuous and delicious, with a good spread, and the facility to have eggs made to order. The service was excellent.The hotel has a shuttle into town (central Funchal) and back at fixed times, which was very helpful. Convenient public transport options are available too, along with Bolt taxis.Lastly, I have to mention the reception staff who were very pleasant, friendly and helpful - Paula, Marta, Sofia and Hugo, thank you! Quinta da Bela Vista, Other at Quinta da Bela Vista, responded to this review Thank you very much for your kind review following your stay at Quinta da Bela Vista.We are very pleased to know you had a relaxing and enjoyable week with us, and that you appreciated our facilities and services.Thank you also for highlighting our reception team. All members, including Paula, Marta, Sofia, and Hugo will be very happy to hear your kind words.We hope to welcome you back again soon.

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• User:Geoff F

  Trip type: Couples

  A very fine time was had, a lovely hotel.

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  Location: The immediate location is a lovely setting, The gardens are not extensive but lawns, flowers, shrubs and trees are all around, and it is very peaceful. The area outside of the hotel is nothing to write home about, and is a fair distance from central Funchal. If you don't have your own transport, then there is a complimentary shuttle bus service into Funchal centre - which is necessary as you wouldn't want to walk it - but it doesn't run on weekends. Atmosphere: All very pleasant and tranquil. Rooms: The room we stayed in is large, and with a balcony, which commanded great views across to the mountains. It does have an old style feel about it, but that is not a negative, the bathroom is great, plenty big enough, contemporary look and feel, with shower over the bath. The bed was absolutely massive. Value: We paid just over £2K for seven nights, so just under £300 a night, and the price includes a very nice breakfast buffet, so probably just about right for a 5 star hotel, given the particular room that we had, and all that the hotel had to offer. Cleanliness: Couldn't be faulted. Noise Level: Tranquil and peaceful, birds chirping etc, although there must be a children's school close by, with associated playground noises but it kind of added to the convivial feel. Service: Brilliant, staff were amazing, warm and friendly at all times, who couldn't do enough for us. A very special touch was, on my wife's birthday, completely by surprise, a bottle of cold, sparkling wine was delivered to our room, courtesy of the management. A really nice touch, very much appreciated. (not everyone is going to get that of course!) Amenities: you would need to check the hotel details for all the amenities on offer, but we did take advantage of the swimming pool, gym, restaurant and room service, all of which we can recommend. So, to summarise, we had a great stay and would definitely recommend this hotel. Quinta da Bela Vista, Other at Quinta da Bela Vista, responded to this review Thank you very much for taking the time to share such a detailed review of your stay at Quinta da Bela Vista.We are delighted to read that you had a very enjoyable time with us and appreciated the tranquillity and atmosphere of the property. It is also very rewarding to know that you found our team warm and attentive. We will be sure to share your kind words with everyone.We are especially pleased that the birthday surprise for your wife added a special touch to your experience; creating memorable moments like this is exactly what we strive for.We also appreciate your comments regarding our location and shuttle service. While the hotel offers a peaceful setting slightly away from the centre of Funchal, we understand the importance of convenient access, and our complimentary shuttle is designed to support this. We also take note of your feedback regarding weekend operations, which we will keep in mind as we continuously review our guest services.Thank you once again for your recommendation. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back in the future.

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• User:Derek W

  Trip type: Couples

  Highly recommend this 5* Hotel

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  Walking up the cobblestone driveway, our view of Quinta da Bela Vista in beautifully maintained gardens with a pond outside the entrance into reception. We continued to be very pleased throughout our week stay. All of the staff are very professional and absolutely lovely people. Our booking was B&B but we also had a meal in the pool bar the restaurant and Manor House, where service was fabulous. Although some days were cloudy we still made use of the outdoor pool area and sun loungers. The building is very well maintained, our room was spacious with a balcony on the front of the hotel overlooking Funchal. Quinta da Bela Vista, Outro at Quinta da Bela Vista, responded to this review Thank you very much for your wonderful review and recommendation following your stay at Quinta da Bela Vista.We are delighted to know that your first impression upon arriving through our cobblestone driveway and gardens remained throughout your stay with us. It is especially rewarding to read your kind comments regarding the professionalism and friendliness of our team, as well as your positive experiences in our Restaurant and Bar facilities.We are also pleased that you were able to enjoy the pool area and the beautiful views over Funchal from your room balcony, even during some cloudier days.Your words about the maintenance and atmosphere of Quinta da Bela Vista truly mean a great deal to us, as we continuously strive to preserve the charm and character of the property while providing a comfortable and memorable experience to our guests.It was a pleasure to welcome you, and we sincerely hope to have the opportunity of receiving you again in the future.

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