4 Star Madeira Holidays

Jim Östman

First time staying at Promenade and overall enjoying our stay! The hotel is good looking and has all you need for a pleasant vacation. Few things in my opinion can still be improved. The service sometimes feels a bit rude or not caring, not always but on a few occasions. Also few details of the room could be improved and those are the beds that feel a bit cheap and hard and a bit better accessories for example in the kitchen. Also the sofabed for our 5th person in our T2 was kinda awful. On the positive side the location of the hotel is amazing. The pool areas are great and the views from the balcony are insane! Also the pool bar really surprised us by the quality of the snacks!

Giuseppe Licari

Mixed feelings for this hotel. Definitely a good location with a great view on the ocean. Nice pools as well. However, our room and quality of breakfast were not up to a 4-stars hotel. Another point, it is very annoying that people feel empowered to put their towels on the pool chairs to reserve them and then leave to come back just hours later. Since there are not so many chairs, the personnel should not allow that.

Eugénie

The hotel it self is very nice and the service people too. But the rooms could of been cleaner. The bathroom had piss on the walls and the shower head was broken. The worst part was the A/C being extremely loud and not working properly. It was so hot in the room we did not sleep well. It seemed like they shut it down during the night. I asked them many times but still did not work. I was disappointed since it is a quite nice resort. I specifically chose place for them to have A/C so when it doesn’t work its frustrating.

mark kennerley

Overall very good. Lost a star on rooms for the mould in the shower, Service could be better round the pool speaking of which the soft drinks could be bigger and more satisfying for the cost with little or no impact on profit. Food was good but sometimes there was a limited choice.

gregg lindsay

Stunning from the moment you arrive! The service from the main reception desk to every waiter, chef and room service attendant was exceptional and always with a smile. The design and thought put into the complex was really well thought out and executed. You realise this more when you visit other hotels or walk past their bland concrete swimming pools areas. The Pestana Promenade feels more luxury and private with beautiful gardens. The curved design of the building really gives you privacy and there are lots of little relaxing areas hidden away and a spa to go the extra extravagance. Situated in an area surrounded by lovely restaurants along the promenade and shops, with a basic mall 15 mins walk and Funchal 10mins in a taxi away. The complex has a lovely pool side restaurant all cooked fresh to order and cocktails. Food wise we included breakfast, which has a typical buffet style with a chef to make omelettes or American pancakes to order and added a lot of Portuguese locally produced delicacies. Evenings you can attend one of their themed meals, with light entertainment. The only comment or improvement for us was in the evenings. We the wanted to leave the hotel to find something fun / lively to do as we had kids and background singers / music in the bar was not enough. Luckily the area has an abundance. Loved it and will return soon

Anita Hodgkiss

Madeira Gardens is a lovely hotel. Set above Funchal it has amazing views over the city from its fabulous rooftop bar. Entertainment and activities are provided both day and night or you can choose to enjoy the pools and other areas. Food is great, buffet style but always a good choice to cater for all tastes. What sets this hotel apart however is its staff. From housekeeping, to reception, to restaurant and bar staff all are so friendly and welcoming. A special mention to Magda for a great Orientation Walk to Funchal and to Tatiana for her restaurant service and last but not least the entertaining bar staff of an evening. A great holiday. Merry Christmas to all the staff at Madeira Gardens.

Elina Krumina

Great hotel with fantastic service team. Massive disappointment is indoor pool and spa.. Spa not working on Sunday and Monday, Indoor pool and sauna closing daily at 6:30pm, so if you spend day out hiking and want to enjoy some facilities once you are back, it is impossible. One of the reasons we chose this hotel, was indoor pool and we never went..

Paulo1351 1

Staff were brilliant, rooms were nice on the ocean view side. Hotel was lovely, also clean, not in a bad spot as your always either going up or down on Madeira. All down hill to Funchal or the Lido. Get a bolt back. Would definitely stay again.

T A

I was incredibly disappointed with my stay. Despite its four-star rating, the hotel was far below expectations. The rooms were outdated and poorly maintained, with worn-out furniture and outdated decor. The cleanliness was also a major issue. To make matters worse, the hotel had a terrible smell that lingered throughout the common areas and even in our room. The amenities were also lacking, with a small, outdated pool and limited dining options. I would not recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Madeira.

Aw He

The hotel itself looks good at first glance; a swimming pool, a sauna and a lot of other possibilities to spent time there, are available. But as soon as we saw our room, the first positive impression disappeared. The room smells moody, the fridge was not working, the water in the bathtub was also not working quite right. We found a lot of rusty places in the bathtub as well. And the location is also not the best, it is not central, it is surrounded by a lot of other hotels. At least the City Center of Funchal is near, but you cannot reach it by foot so fast.

Mark Nicholson

Fantastic Hotel, highly recommended. Rooms are spacious, modern and spotlessly clean. We upgraded to a sea view room which was worth it as some of the rooms on the side of the hotel didn't look to have a great view. Only minus on the room is that the mini bar and safe are chargeable which for a couple of cans of coke and bottles of water seems a touch excessive for a more expensive hotel. Breakfast is fantastic. Large choice akin to some of the huge all inclusive hotels we've previously stayed in, all fresh, well cooked and obviously decent ingredients. We didn't use the restaurant for lunch or evening meal but we did have a snack from the bar on arrival which was also very well cooked using decent ingredients. The food and drink at the hotel is also well priced (it's cheap!) which is very welcome. All the staff we encountered were great. Helpful, friendly, and efficient. The hotel is probably 1.5 / 2 miles out of central Funchal. The hotel provide a shuttle service and there's a bus stop right outside the hotel so this was never a problem. All-in-all this hotel is superb and we would happily book again.

Anna Dancy

Stayed 3 nights in December for my husband's birthday. Lovely hotel, located on a side of the hill. Rooms are pleasantly decorated and very clean. Double bed was huge and very comfortable. We had a side room with a balcony, partial sea view, partial mountain and city view, very pretty day and night. Bathroom has a very pleasant shower (no bath) and bidet. Good power hair dryer. Lots of storage space. Couple of complimentary drinks provided but mini bar chargeable extra (not expensive). Safe also chargeable extra. We went bed and breakfast and used buffet restaurant every morning. Food nice and fresh every day, seating inside and outside with very nice view. The restaurant however lacked a bit of character in my opinion, as did the bar area in the lobby. We have arrived quite late on our first day and wanted to use a restaurant for an evening meal, but there was staff Christmas party and the other restaurant was also closed so we went across the road to eat. There are 3 restaurants across the road from the hotel, Asian, Italian and mixed cuisine with steak and grill options. There is a shopping centre 10 mins walk from the hotel with lots of shops and a supermarket. Hotel has a outdoor and indoor pools, and a sun deck which are nice, but again no atmosphere. It would be nice if there was some mellow music playing at the pool and other seating areas during the day. Hotel has live music playing in the evenings from 8pm until 10.30pm, which was very nice. Drinks at the bar were very nice and reasonably priced. Sun deck had a variety of seating, some sort of deck chairs, that weren't particularly comfortable. There were also rocking chairs and a Balinese bed but there were no matress or cussions on them so we weren't able to use it, quite disappointing. When I've asked they said all was taken for cleaning for Christmas. Understandable, but they could have spare sets and swap them when needed cleaning? Nice touch was a complimentary birthday cake that we found in our room on my husband's birthday. Lovely surprise (we didn't tell them about the birthday). There is a free shuttle to town, but you need to book it with reception. Overall lovely stay, would come again.

Conor Kelly

Recently stayed here with my 11-yr old daughter and we loved it! The room was very nice (and comfortable). The staff was super friendly and helpful. And the views were incredible! The restaurant where you eat breakfast overlooks the water and is just a beautiful way to start your day. In the evenings, you can enjoy the same sights on their beautiful lounge patio, with drinks, food, and live entertainment including music and dancers. We also loved the area, with plenty of restaurants, cafes, shops, and walks nearby. The only reason I can't give it five stars is that parking is a bit hit or miss. We were told their parking lot was full, and it can be hard to find street parking. On some occasions we were forced to park pretty far away because of this. Small issue, but otherwise 100% recommend for a fun getaway!

Fleur Backers

Amazing hotel! The view, the room and staff are just splendid. Beds are comfy, breakfast just wonderful and no worries about getting a sunbed at the pool any time. Rooms cleaned every day till perfection. Special thanks to Paulo the (pool)bartender for making us feel so welcome. Would highly recommend. Certainly coming back again!

Andrea Lofthouse

Lovely hotel, clean comfy rooms. Welcome drink of Madeira wine on our arrival. On a direct bus route to lots of places on the island but the free shuttle bus to and from Funchal centre ( needs booking at reception) is very handy. Buffet breakfast with all the usual things on it. Lots of restaurants on the street outside, within a few mins walk plus a shopping centre with a great supermarket ( great wine at great prices found here!) Staff were all pleasant and friendly. Pool area was always clean and tidy. It was extremely cold though.

Jessica Lin

Sufficient underground parking. Good size rooms. Massive lobby. Got outside pool with a garden outside and deckchairs. There's a inside pool (heated), small gym, massage services (expensive). We booked with breakfast - standard things but a wide variety. Everyone could speak English. Got supermarkets nearby (they're called 'hypermarkets' in Maderia). The rooms were cleaned daily, got kettle and 1 bottle of water and day, fridge, safe, tea and coffee, towels, shower and hand washing things, hairdryer. Could ask for slippers, toothbrush and paste, iron and ironing board. We didn't get it, but they do a buffet for €30 per person. Great service. Recommended.

Amy Chantler

Fantastic hotel with great amenities and very clean. We were fortunate enough to have a room upgrade when we arrived at the hotel, which was a brilliant start to our holiday and a really set the mood for the rest of our stay. The staff are very friendly and keen to make your holiday as enjoyable as it can be. It is a little further from the Old Town than other hotels, about a 20 minute walk to the centre, but this didn’t bother us. We hope to return one day!

Donna Schipper

We recently stayed at this hotel for a week, and it was a delight! The hotel strikes the perfect balance between luxurious and laid-back. It’s not overly fancy or pretentious, but it still offers an elegant and comfortable experience—a great getaway for relaxation combined with exploring Madeira. We loved our room and the view from the balcony. Even though we were only on the ground floor, we could still catch a glimpse of the sea between the buildings. The hotel is conveniently situated, just a 15-minute walk to the city center, yet it still feels like a tranquil retreat. The staff truly stood out for their friendliness and attentiveness. We had both breakfast and dinner at the buffet restaurant almost the entire week. Great quality. There was enough variety for both healthy and comfort food choices, including local dishes. I also saw there were quite some gluten free options. In the evenings, you can enjoy the terrace and inside bar with service available until 11 PM. After that, the hotel becomes quiet. For those looking for more nightlife, there are restaurants and bars just a few minutes walking from the hotel that stay open late. The outdoor pool was perfect for swimming and lounging under the sun (in November, the sun was on the pool until about 3 PM). The warm semi-indoor pool was another great feature. Its open-wall design offered the best of both worlds: a cozy environment for all weather conditions with a lovely view of the outdoors. I haven’t stayed at many hotels before, but in my experience, they often feel less luxurious or comfortable than advertised. However, this hotel delivered exactly what it promised—and even more! From the moment we arrived, it was clear that this place offered excellent value. Overall, we can’t recommend this hotel enough for those looking for a no-nonsense, modern, and stylish place with great service and amenities.

Pavel Šustek

Very nice staff. Maybe too small spa and gym. Warm indoor pool is perfect. Breakfasts amazing.

Christina Nilsson

Very average standard. Pool area was nice. The room was OK. Breakfast was boring and the buffet was the worst I ever had. The fado show was good. Staff is nice.

Sonja Kiehl

I stayed at the hotel for 5 nights in November. I had a room facing the city and I stayed there alone. I'm not that "relaxing at the pool"- kind of person, so I cannot say anything about that. Overall experience: I enjoyed my stay a lot! Located near to the city center and near to the harbor (quite convenient if you want to go on a day trip to Porto Santo (highly recommended btw)). A small supermarket is nearby and some souvenir shops are just three doors to the left. The staff at the reception and at the restaurant is very friendly and helpful. On my first morning the housekeeping lady asked me, if I would need service during my stay. I said no, because for me this is absolutely unnecessary. She marked it on the list and kept her word...nobody came to make my room... and I appreciated this a lot ;). The breakfast was really good: They have fruits, greens, cheese, cold cuts, cereals, jam and other sweet spreads, scrambled eggs, beans, other warm dishes, different kind of juices and teas, a variety of coffee...etc. You can also order freshly made fried eggs from the kitchen AND very important for me: They have gluten free options (bread, muffins, etc.) upon request. Thank you for that :-) My room was clean and big enough. At home I have a hard mattress to sleep on, but the mattress at this hotel was really, really hard. But you get used to it, tho.... better than sinking in completely, right?! ;) There is a bar on the other side of the street. So there was loud music in the evening on a regular basis until like 11 pm. But on Friday night the music was playing until after 1 am... and you still kind of hear it, even if the window is closed. For me it was okay, since I was still up anyways. This bar also has a huge LED advertising display with changing pictures installed. So if you're sensitive to light while trying to sleep, get a sleeping mask ;) because the curtains are failing to do their job. But this is the only negative thing I can say... and it's not even the hotels fault... it's the environment. Long story short: I would definitely book with them again :-)

Josh Schmillen

4 star hotel which only reached 3 star expectations during November-2024 stay. Room All on the first and only floor. Odd numbered rooms give you sea view Even numbered give to the road and facing hotel. The rooms are worn out and need a major refresh. Beds are very firm and linens of low quality. I had to switch rooms as the first one had way too issues. To try and avoid the noise from the restaurants and bars below, go for a low numbered room. It was very very loud until 1-2am. Bring earplugs. Pool area Under renovation, pool open but limited seating and rooftop bar area closed. This was a major draw for my booking but fell flat. Parking in the garage below the hotel. Go to the far end to be closest to the elevator which takes you straight into the hotel. It costs 10€ per day payable at the front desk at check in. Just take a ticket on your entrance and exchange for a resident card for use during your stay. ///jumped.eyebrows.probable Breakfast Alright selection tho quite low quality. You can get some English style breakfast made up for you if you ask. I skipped most days. They will also do you a takeaway with a ham sandwich and fruit if you’re leaving before 8am when it starts. Nespresso coffee machine is alright. Cost I would not give this hotel a recommendation to a friend, too expensive for a rundown space Service Nice and accommodating given the product they are representing. Location 12-15 minute walk to Old Town Bars and restaurants within 3 minutes. Small supermarket nearly across the street but I would skip as selection is bad. Go further into town.

Rojan Ameen

The location of the hotel is great, it is a walking distance from many restaurants and shops. The staff were nice and helpful they even gave us tickets to Ronaldo museum ☺️, the room itself was average but the view from the balcony was amazing. There was a drainage problem in the shower which was not good😑 and the walls were thin we could hear the guests next door talking 😑 overall it is good for short periods stays 😊

ATT Slatina

Rooms were great, very clean. Good breakfast. Staff was amazing, always willing to help. Easy to get to city center (10-15 minutes walk). View from the swimming pool was breath taking.

sandra franzoni

If you're coming with your family, stay away! We didn’t get a minute of sleep with two nightclubs right across the street blasting music all night long, plus loud motorcycles revving constantly. Such a shame because the bedding seemed perfect, but we couldn’t even enjoy it. The next morning, we found out they actually have earplugs at the front desk—they know about the noise but don’t warn guests in advance! I wrote to the management group afterward, and they clearly don’t care either. No apology, poor service !

Nicky Press

My husband and I spent the most relaxing time here in November. The weather was (almost) perfect. For us, what made this such a memorable experience were the stunning botanical gardens and the staff, particularly at the pool bar. They really were outstanding, and we cannot wait to see them again next year. The hotel rooms at the Residence were spacious and comfortable; we loved the little kitchenette. The Spa pool is very enjoyable, but if I had one niggle it would be that a Spa usually has a steam room, a better jacuzzi and a sauna. There were none available here. However, I did treat myself to a wonderful aromatherapy massage which was incredibly relaxing. We hope to return again in 2026 for another luxurious holiday!

Leonie Le Faucheur-Woodward

This place is incredible. They are extremely accommodating. We were upgraded to a lovely big apartment immediately as we wanted somewhere with a better view. I can’t imagine such a quick response in the UK! We highly recommend staying to anyone. The beautifully kept grounds, Swimming pools, gym facilities and spa are all of high quality. A very well run hotel complex. The staff are amazing and super friendly. 10/10 Thank you for our first week we look forward to our second week which starts tomorrow. And just to point out it’s wonderfully quiet and peaceful. The beds are fantastic and the showers are great. With Ritual products in the bathrooms

Natalie 33

We loved this place so much! I’d spent time reading reviews before and it didn’t disappoint. Great selection of breakfast, fresh juices, omelettes are made to order, sparkling wine, fruits, everything you can imagine basically! Staff are so accommodating. We were upgraded to an apartment on arrival which was a great surprise. The live music on the street can go on until 1am so maybe ask for a pool view if that bothers you. But I really can’t fault this place!

Richard

Nice hotel in good location with lovely big rooms and beautiful spotless pools, including a really warm indoor one that has a nice little outdoor section too. Did feel a bit like an old people's home though and the entertainment was definitely geared to pensioner aged guests. Only real complaint would be an unpleasant experience with very rude buffet manager who tried to charge us a different price to what we'd been told and paid the day before. After that we stopped eating in the hotel restaurants so him fussing over 15 Euros lost the hotel about €400 more!

Dani Bryton

We stayed at The Residence for 7 nights as a self catering couple in a studio apartment. In hindsight, for self catering, a one bedroom may have been better to improve the catering facilities, but we knew we'd eat out lots anyway. The room was large, but also cosy, with a sofa to sit on and in good distance from the TV (which was important to us for the evenings). The location of the hotel is spot on, outside of the main city so quiet and calmer, but close enough to get a bus or taxi in quickly. There are many local restaurants too, of which we sampled quite a few. We would highly recommend Casa Italia around the corner from the supermarket, and down the road from the Eden Mar reception. We were lucky enough to get fantastic weather during our stay, but the hotel was still quiet at this time of year, despite being UK school holidays. We ate in Atlantida for breakfast one day and enjoyed a buffet of hot and cold food, although we weren't very early and the hot food went cold very quickly. We had lunch at the Varanda twice and thoroughly enjoyed both meals, and also indulged in coffee from here several times - locally, it was the best we had! We didn't see anywhere near as much of the island as we wanted to, because we had a few lazy days, so we know that we will return, and will definitely book here again.

mark bartlett

A great location right on the seafront. The food was excellent and the staff were friendly and helpful. Good entertainment every evening and the rooms were spacious and very clean. Totally recommended, we will be returning.

Philipp Körbs

This all inclusive hotel is located directly at the beach (which is a stone beach) and offers great views, also has a pool on the property. The rooms we had were okay but in our opinion need some fixing in some regards so it didn’t seem really modern. Generally the hotel would need a proper cleaning and repairs. We booked a double room which was insufficiently cleaned (as shown on the picture). We stayed only one night and had to book very late in the evening. Nevertheless the prices were way too expensive for what was being offered to us. Staff was friendly. Don’t expect anything special.

Radek Rzepecki

The hotel is nice but quite old. The staff is really friendly. The location is ok, a little bit far from town, but there is a free bus to Funchal. You can have a nice walk in the promenade with gourgues views. The food is bad. It's a shame to have an ocean in the front but no fresh fish. It was quite and relaxing, apart from the food it was nice to stay there.

Alexandru Ion

The hotel location and food were amazing 👏. There is plenty of food choice for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The views from the balcony are amazing. The staff was very friendly and helpful . Loved the pool area and Turkish baths. Really enjoyed our stay.

stonne king

Moderately Good Experience. We (a family of four) were very excited getting into the hotel and meeting very friendly receptionists. Most of all, the suit, where we stayed, comprises of two very huge separate rooms connected by a door. In fact, we have never been to any other hotel that has such a very spacious suit yet, and we’ve been to quite a few. It’s simply the biggest room we’ve ever stayed in in a hotel. What’s more, there are two different bathrooms which is very practical for us. One doesn’t have to wait while any of the two toilets is occupied. These rooms are so solidly built that one hardly hears what’s going on in other rooms, offering another contrast to all the hotels we’ve been to. Another surprisingly superb experience is the free drinks at the bar. All the cocktails and hot drinks were totally free of charge for all inclusive guests; and the cocktails are excellent! There are non-Alcoholic for cocktails for children as well, which our children found lovingly tasty. The hotel’s location is right on the beach and all the rooms have ocean view, which we liked very much. We dinned every day while enjoying the marvelous scenery of the ocean, unique volcanic landscape and red sunset. As it is down on a slope, you’ll have to go uphill to get to the supermarkets; the biggest being Forum Madeira, which is in about 12 minutes walking distance. There’s a courtesy bus which can take you to and from town. Nevertheless, the rooms and furniture need refurbishing. Although the cleaning staff do their job thoroughly, one can’t help but notice that the two bad tubs in our suit are very old. The beds and Mattresses have sunk in the middle. Moreover, we were not quite thrilled with the buffet and the food offered. It was just not what we are used to getting from all other hotels where we’ve been to. The buffet was pretty small without much variety. Having gotten used to getting a whole lot of variety of foods in other hotels’ buffets, we literally had to ask the receptionists whether there’s another restaurant in a different part of the building. Unfortunately, there’s no other one, they told us. One thing I enjoy very much on Vacations is eating varieties of fish. But this time, we were only served almost the same every other day. The renowned black fish for instance, which Madeira is known for, was not even served for once. My children love eating pizzas; but none was served throughout our stay. We were told to go to other restaurants to get these types of food like Pizzas and black fish. They have lunch boxes though, for people who are going on sightseeing and as a result are not present for lunch. All in all, I would describe our stay in this hotel as satisfactory.

Scott Rolfe

A beautiful hotel with stunning views, in a nice location. It was nice and quiet, although it was the middle of November, so not peak season. Our room was a good size, very comfortable, and clean, as was the whole place. We were bed and breakfast, and the breakfast selection was decent and of good quality. The staff were all friendly. I'm sure that we will visit again in the future, as there's lots more to do and see in the area. There are lots of good restaurants within walking distance, but some of the roads are quite steep to walk up. Funchal isn't far away and is a nice place to stroll around and grab a drink or some food.

Kat Aubier

Absolutely stunning hotel, that checks all the boxes. Unique location - it's overlooking the ocean from most of the rooms. Very peaceful & discreet place, but at the same time very close to Funchal. A huge plus is an extremely helpful & friendly staff. Highly recommended for anyone who's looking for a seaside gateway. I will definitely come back, but next time for longer!:)

Claire Vanwieren

My husband and I stayed here for a week on our honeymoon. We LOVED this hotel! Our bed was very comfortable and our room had a balcony with a sea view. The pool is very nice and you can access the ocean from the pool area. There are lots of fish around the rocks at the hotel - we spent lots of time swimming! Breakfast was great every day and the view from the restaurant was even better. Most importantly, the staff were very kind and helpful. We would stay again!

Kevin Taylor

Had a fantastic 3 weeks here. The manager Fernando and every member of staff were so friendly and helpful. The location of the hotel was amazing. We will definitely be back next year. Thank you for an amazing holiday!

Catalina Gheorghe Mares

It was the best hotel I have stayed! The staff is super nice, starting with the ones from to reception, the bar and ending with the pool bar lady. The room was very spacious, clean, the beds very comfortable. They also have a pillow menu, so if you don’t like the default one go for it and ask for another one at the reception! The location and view from the rooms were also magnificent. The bar also is in a very interesting looking building, separated but near to the hotel. All and all, if you have any doubt about the hotel, go for it! Tip. There is a large supermarket across the street from the hotel where you can park your car for only 4€/day, so you don’t have to use their car park which is more expensive.

Gianluca Bregoli

Amazing location and atmosphere ideal for those looking for a quiet and relaxing resort. Rooms are spacious and beautiful, overlooking the garden and the ocean. I didn't go for the Ayurveda food as it was not for me but I used to had dinner at sister hotel Galosol. Overall it was a very positive experience. The only downside is that service is not that of a 4-star hotel but I would say a 3-star hotel.

A.D

Hello good mornig: This morning I tried to reserve a cure for me and my husband but before doing I had some doubts and I called to the Atlantic Cure center. I talked with Melani to Know something about the programs. The attention was horrible. No help, no empathy and no desire to work and help. Her Customer support is non-existent. Thank you,

Kristin Steiner

Fantastic hotel with fantastic staff and great treatments and yoga lessons. Vegetarian food was excellent! Highly recommended!

Chris SL

The rooms are clean and the entertainment is okay. But the breakfast, especially the coffee isn't good. Also it is a boutique hotel.

Sonia Hendricks

I had a very interesting & lovely experience with - ayurveda - yoga - wellness - massage... Spend time with yourself, it's like medicine 💛

Frederick Beaven

One of the few sandy beaches on Madeira. However, once into the water it does get stony again. I advise wearing some beach shoes for a bit of comfort if you’re delicate. Has a convenient cafe. Also very reasonable priced loungers for hire.

Josh Schmillen

Dec-2024 , 23° Sunbed 2€ Umbrella 1.50€ Draft beer 20cl 2.35€ Parking just near here , 1.20€ per hour. I prefer the west side. Though the food is better on the east side.

Patrizia Olearczyk

Pretty sand beach, a rarity in madeira, with free beach or a part with sunbeds and umbrellas possible to rent for a small fee (2€ sunbed ans 1,50€ umbrella if not mistaken). Pretty fancy bar to grab a drink close there and also a supermarket at walking distance to grab something cheap.

Jan Olson

Excellent beach. Clean, nice sand and free. We paid 5.50 € for two lounge beds and an umbrella...cash only. A great way to spend time in Calheta.

Ana

Lovely beach with fine sand, very nice restaurants and a great view. There are park places and a supermarket in the neighbourhood. You can rent for 2 eur sunbeds and 1.5 euro umbrella Lovely and clean.