The Porto Mare Hotel is right next to the popular Lido area and close to the marina of Funchal. It is part of the Vila Porto Mare complex set in lush tropical gardens with plenty of facilities. This is a top quality 4 star property and as such very popular on the British market.
Right Choice
This hotel on Madeira will appeal to couples and families looking for a quality property, in a village style setting with a range of dining and entertainment choices.
Location and Resort
The hotel is in the main tourist area of the town, close to the sea. The hotel makes up part of the Vila Porto Mare resort and offers a wide range of facilities for guests. Central Funchal is a leisurely 30 minute stroll away or take the complimentary shuttle bus that runs regularly several times a day. The rooms have views of the gardens, pool or ocean. There are supermarkets, shops, bars and restaurants all within 100 metres of the property.There are many gardens to visit locally and also a market. There are a wide variety of shops and boutiques and the restaurants have a good selection of Portuguese cuisine and Madeiran wine.
Swimming Pools
The complex has 2 outdoor and 1 indoor pools.There is an interestingly shaped freeform pool with plenty of space around for sun-loungers. The children's pool is great for the young ones. One of the pools is part indoor part outdoor as it has an opening roof. Drinks and snacks are served close by.
Eating and Drinking
This well managed complex offers a fine range of eating and drinking options. The piano player is there every night in the main bar and there is additional entertainment on a regular basis. The 2 pool bars cater for drinks and snacks during the day and host occassional barbeque's throughout the summer. Two additional cocktail bars give great flexibility both before and after dinner. The main buffet restaurant (The Atlantida) has an extensive choice with 'show cooking'. The three a la carte restaurants are the Italian (Il Basilico), the Mediterranean (The Med) and the Portuguese (Alfama), all well known in the local area. Guests on half board receive a credit towards their meals in these restaurants. NEW YEARS EVE GALA MEALS INCLUDED
Accommodation
Garden view rooms will have 2 beds
Sea-view and Superior Sea-view rooms will have 2 or 3 beds
All have bathroom/shower WC TV telephone hairdryer make-up mirror air conditioning radio minibar balcony/terrace tea and coffee making facilities safe * (certain amenities may be payable locally)
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