Golden Residence Hotel

Overall: Seems like at one time it was a seniors residence? Very quiet. Property consists of 3 buildings. A block has gym, B block has indoor pool facilities and spa, C block has breakfast buffet and access to outdoor pool/bar. Free Wifi is excellent, very fast. Parking is underground and is €7 per day. Entrance and exit to the parkade is with your room key Rooms - we had an apartment with side sea view. The view from the balcony was nice. Rooms were spacious. Kitchenette was convenient. Only downsides were no ice machines on property (although we obtained ice from the bar in a glass) and another blanket that actually covers the whole bed would have been nice. Staff - All the staff we encountered were friendly, informative, welcoming and helpful. Overall lovely people working here and doing a great job Location - in São Martinho, adjacent to Funchal. If you want to be right downtown Funchal, this is not for you. If you want somewhere a little quieter but with easy access to town, this is perfect. Bus stop directly in front of hotel (Hop on Hop off buses also stop in front). Pharmacies, grocery, restaurants all within 10 min walking distance. Large mall also down the street (Forum Madeira). Lovely view of ocean. Doca do Cavacas natural outdoor pools also within a few minutes walk. Dining - we didn’t eat any lunches or dinners here, just the breakfast buffet which is included in the room rate. Very wide selection of breakfast items. Hot American-style foods (eggs, bacon, potatoes, pancakes, etc), lots of cheeses and cold meats, breads/rolls, preserves, fruits, yogurt and toppings, homemade cakes, oatmeal, coffee, tea, juices. Everyone should be able to find something. Breakfast goes from 7:30-10:30 Pool facilities - outdoor pool looked lovely but we didn’t go in because it wasn’t quite warm enough on the day we had time around the hotel. Indoor pool was great, hot tub was not hot though which was disappointing (same temperature as the pool).

We stayed 10 nights at this hotel. The room (apartment with kitchen) was clean, well equipped with big balcony. On the picture, the apartment looks actually bigger than it really is. The kitchen is also very simple. The personnel of the hotel works really great and are ready to help. The reception works perfect - sometimes you must wait till they are ready, but in this hotel the personnel acted very fast and you didint need to wait. Breakfasts and dinners were delicious with different choices of meals. The price for the stay is affordable but not cheap. The spa in the hotel could be a little better. The parking is under the hotel in the garage for additional fee. No problem with finding a parking spot. What we didn t find is the playground for the children or a playroom. The hotel is big and have plenty of spots where to make a small playroom for families with kids. To conclude - we would stay again in this hotel and recommend it

1. Breakfast included, also liked a variety of food choices: from chia pudding to potato nuggets and fresh fruits. Especially being a vegeterian I found everyday what to eat, for vegans it would be difficult. 2. The view from our room. We were speechless.. You can watch the sea, sunrise and sunsets just from your balcony. Huge thanks to staff’cause we asked specifically this room. 3. All of the staff was super friendly. 4. Room service. 5. Private parking (but chargeable 6€/day). 6. Outdoor pools and plenty of space for sunbathing. 6. The birthday surprise on the house and mini gift after check out. So nice and caring! 7. The mini bar by the pool! 8. Live music (depends on the day).

Indoor and outdoor pool option was a plus for unpredictable weather. Nice staff and clean rooms.

Great location near to the beach on one side and sea front promenade towards town center the other, with very convenient bus stop at the hotel to Funchal or to the airport and a very quick walk to shopping centre. Very comfortable room with sea view and great sunsets from balcony. Nice swimming pool, sauna ,steam room and gym room. Great breakfast buffets, very clean , helpful friendly staff.