"We had a lovely stay at Barceló Funchal Old Town! The hotel was spotless, the staff were incredible, and the rooftop pool was a highlight. We loved being right in the heart of Funchal, just a short walk from the marina, restaurants, shops, atms, etc… and an easy ride to the airport. My only small complaint was that our room felt a little warm and humid at times. Everything else was wonderful, and I’d happily stay here again."
Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature
10/10 Excellent
"The Savoy Palace was absolutely amazing in every way - from the decor, cleanliness, style, ambiance, the grounds, the customer service to the food! Every single employee that we encountered showed such professionalism, warmth, and kindness. The front desk made sure we had everything we needed, made excellent dining recommendations and answered every question we had. We had our 6-year-old with us and as soon as she stepped into the Kids Club/playroom she wanted to come back every day. Not only was the playroom beautiful, it was also clean. Anna & Beatriz from the kids’ playroom were so nurturing, kind and were the reason our daughter wanted to come back every day. They were amazing! We LOVED everything about the Savoy Palace and truly elevated our Madeira stay! We didn’t want to leave!"
"The small gym was empty both times I went, which was great for me. I never saw anyone swimming in the gorgeous pool, possibly because it’s not very hot this time of year. Staff at reception very helpful. Located extremely close to restaurants and shops. Only thing I didn’t like was breakfast. They have 2 coffee machines that maybe fancy drinks which were great, but the food selection wasn’t appetizing. It was on par with a normal hotel continental breakfast."
"Fabulous hotel stay. Large room with very comfortable beds, house keeping excellent, breakfast very good with excellent hot and cold food choices. Amazing pool with various sunbathing areas and sufficient loungers. Good snack bar for lunches and drinks by pool. Good indoor pool with sauna and steam room. Walkable into old town, with supermarket, and good bars and restaurants in local vicinity."
"This resort is in an excellent location for tourists. Half way between the airport and the major city of Funchal. The views are stunning. The staff friendly and very pleasant. The food choices were vast and delicious. We signed up for the all inclusive and it was well worth it. Lots of great excursions, hikes, adventures, dining and shopping."
"Lovely hotel. Breakfast was excellent, rooms large and comfortable. Pools and spa services were excellent. Walking distance to a lovely mall, beach, and many great restaurants. Short bolt ride to downtown Funchal. Loved it."
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Ponta do Sol?
The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Ponta do Sol is 495 mm.
What is there to see and do in Ponta do Sol?
In general, Ponta do Sol is known for its countryside, architecture and bars. Get out into nature with places such as Ponta Do Sol Beach, Cascata dos Anjos and Laurisilva of Madeira. Cultural attractions include CR7 Museum, Casa das Mudas Arts Center and Museum of Natural History. Locals like to shop at Centro Comercial Forum Madeira and Plaza Madeira.
What's the best way to get to and around Ponta do Sol while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Ponta do Sol on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo), 18.1 mi (29.1 km) from the city centre.