This hotel is lovely, the food is exemplary and being all inclusive the drinks are perhaps too strong! I went with my sister and friend in September 2011 and we had a lovely time, it is in the most beautiful spot imaginable. What you see in the brochures is what you get. It is certainly not for the young who... More

We really enjoyed our stay here. It's an ideal place to go if you need to relax and get away from it all. We didn't hire a car, which we would do again if we went back, but there are still plenty of walks surrounding the hotel. We had the all inclusive option, and i would say this is a... More

Lot's of the worst all inclusive tourists there. Breakfast is poor, Food in general way below average. Service unfriendly and not helpful. The place itself is wonderfully located on a cliff and offers a gorgious view on the sea and sunset. However, you must know, that Ponta Delgada is a bit off and a car is very handy. It's quite... More

This was our first 'all inclusive' trip - worked out really well - plenty of food and drinks available - something to please everyone. Hotel very clean and staff all really helpful. Quite an old clientele, but all very friendly. Free internet access available. Good entertainment. Great location overlooking the sea. More

Having never been to Madeira before I had mixed feelings about going. This hotel is on the North of the Island and it tends to be a lot more cloudy than the South. However, this was a big advantage because it was very warm, but comfortable and we came back with tans gained through the clouds. This is not a... More

We stayed for four weeks, fab room on 4th floor with balcony looking onto mountains and see. So quiet - no traffic. We chose inclusive but had to cut down on food because the choice and quality too good! Early June plenty of clouds which suited us because of the walking. Sun very strong even through clouds so wear hats.... More

My partner and I have just returned from a week’s stay at the Monte Mar Palace Hotel. Around 90% of the guests were OAPs with the remainder German or French guests who seemed into hiking and outdoor pursuits. I’m 26 and we only saw one other young couple at the hotel. It didn’t bother us though and the evening entertainment... More

This was our first visit to the island and we were favourably impressed by the verdant mountainous scenery. However you certainly need a car to get around, especially if you are outside Funchal, and although car hire is very reasonable, only take such a decision if you are a confident and competent driver. Apart from the new dual carriageway in... More

The hotel is fairly isolated and has no other attractions nearby. If you want a peaceful holiday with walking, swimming and reading, this is a good choice as there is not much else to do. The food was very average but the hotel is nice and clean and service is good apart from the reception staff who would benefit from... More