This was our 2nd visit to the QCB and we were not disappointed. Wonderful gardens, very friendly and efficient staff, good sized, comfortable room and bathroom (both spotlessly clean) - small patio area from the room with sun loungers facing the gardens. We did not visit the restaurant, but the breakfast was excellent. I really cannot find any faults at all. I left my watch in the room, which is very kindly being returned to me - thank you QCB.

We visited the QCB over the Xmas period to relax and rest. It is the perfect location for this. The hotel is L shaped, at the top of the gardens and fits in with its surroudings so that you somehow don't notice it.
The staff were an excellent mix of friendly (tipping us off about a local festival for example) and professionalism.
We had a superior room, and as mentioned by others, this meant no sun loungers on our balcony, but as the pool is never more that 2 minutes away, this was fine.
Finally, the location. After reading reviews we were concerned that walking would involve some mountaineering. It is not that bad - yes the QCB is on a hill, but that helps give some good views (from the bar for example). It is an easy 20 min walk into Funchal and only 5 from the main hotel drag on the islands - for restaurants, bars etc.

Highly recommended if you need to relax and get away.

Based on past TripAdvisor reviews we selected this small "country house" hotel for a week over Christmas.

Excellent service, great room (Superior) and lovely gardens.

Restaurant somewhat over-priced, service OK and food good. Dont pass it but try some of the local restaurants also.

For such a small hotel, spa and fitness area are good.

Staff are very attentive.

A wonderful hotel for a short relaxing break. We have stayed 3 times and are always warmly welcomed.