Quintinha Sao Joao Hotel & Spa
US$270
/ night
Avg. for September
Prices for Quintinha Sao Joao Hotel & Spa
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US$270
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Quintinha Sao Joao Hotel & Spa average US$197 in the cheapest month (December) and US$272 in the most expensive month (April), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
|---|---|
| January | US$245 |
| February | US$236 |
| March | US$257 |
| April | US$272 |
| May | US$234 |
| June | US$238 |
| July | US$221 |
| August | US$241 |
| September | US$270 |
| October | US$272 |
| November | US$232 |
| December | US$197 |
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Most expensive: April (~US$272)
Cheapest: December (~US$197)
About this property
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. Additional features at this hotel in...
Amenities
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Business amenities
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Satisfy your appetite for dinner at the hotel's restaurant, A Morgadinha, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. A complimentary buffet breakfast is included.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 42 guestrooms featuring minibars (stocked with some free items) and LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Location
Located in Funchal (Sao Pedro), Hotel Quintinha São João & Spa is within a 10-minute walk of Santa Catarina Park and Madeira Casino. This family-friendly hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Plaza Madeira and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Santa Clara Monastery.
What's nearby
Santa Catarina Park(0.4 Miles)
Madeira Casino(0.5 Miles)
Plaza Madeira(0.5 Miles)
Holy Trinity Church(0.6 Miles)
Santa Clara Monastery(0.6 Miles)
Universo de Memorias Joao Carlos Abreu(0.6 Miles)
Quinta das Cruzes Museum(0.6 Miles)
Funchal Municipal Garden(0.7 Miles)
Avenida do Mar(0.7 Miles)
CR7 Museum(0.7 Miles)
Church of Sao Pedro(0.7 Miles)
Arcadas Sao Francisco Shopping Center(0.7 Miles)
Frederico de Freitas Museum(0.7 Miles)
Jardim de Sao Francisco(0.8 Miles)
Funchal Marina(0.8 Miles)
The preferred airport for Hotel Quintinha São João & Spa is Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC)(13.2 Miles)
Parking
Airport shuttle
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Room service
Tour desk
Location
Rua Da Levada De Sao Joao, 4, Funchal, Portugal
Santa Catarina Park (0.4 Miles)
Madeira Casino (0.5 Miles)
Plaza Madeira (0.5 Miles)
Holy Trinity Church (0.6 Miles)
Santa Clara Monastery (0.6 Miles)
Universo de Memorias Joao Carlos Abreu (0.6 Miles)
Room options
7
Deluxe Double Or Twin Room, Garden View
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 3
247 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
7
Premium Double Or Twin Room, Balcony, Garden View
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 3
247 ft²
BalconyBalcony or TerraceAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
7
Junior Suite, Balcony, Garden View
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 3
322 ft²
BalconyBalcony or TerraceAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
7
Superior Suite, Balcony, Garden View
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 3
376 ft²
BalconyBalcony or TerraceAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
Guest reviews of Quintinha Sao Joao Hotel & Spa
9.2
Superb
Based on 641 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
0%
Couple
85%
Family
8%
Group
4%
Solo
1%
What guests think
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At Quintinha Sao Joao Hotel & Spa, guests frequently highlight warm, attentive service and a welcoming, homely vibe, along with a quiet garden setting and a walkable location to central Funchal, plus amenities such as pools, spa and bar.
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What guests think
At Quintinha Sao Joao Hotel & Spa, guests frequently highlight warm, attentive service and a welcoming, homely vibe, along with a quiet garden setting and a walkable location to central Funchal, plus amenities such as pools, spa and bar.
Breakfast and on-site dining are widely praised, with occasional critiques about breakfast quality and limited accommodation for specific dietary needs. Rooms are generally spacious and comfortable, sometimes with garden views or balconies, but a few guests mention street or neighbor noise and patchy in-room Wi-Fi. Facilities are appreciated, though some areas feel dated and parking can be limited. Overall, expect a gracious, service led stay with classic charm.
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Facilities
Guests appreciate the gardens, pools and spa, bars with occasional live music, and helpful extras like a shuttle and games room. Some areas feel dated and parking can be limited.
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Nikolai
29 Jul 2022
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Stayed 4 nights
Definitely five stars. Beautiful place with a nice bar and friendly staff. The only con I can think of is that the Wi-Fi didn’t work in our room. There was a piano player, two pool areas, two bars, a restaurant and game room and a gym. Everything you need, and easy walking distance to the rest of Funchal
Definitely five stars. Beautiful place with a nice bar and friendly staff. The only con I can think of is that the Wi-Fi didn’t work in our room. There was a piano player, two pool areas, two bars, a restaurant and game room and a gym. Everything you need, and easy walking distance to the rest of Funchal
10
Diane
22 Mar 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
We had a wonderful stay in this beautiful hotel. Everything available on site, but also very easy walking distance to Funchal centre. All of the staff were extremely helpful & friendly, nothing was too much trouble. The food was wonderful & breakfast was a delicious choice of fresh & cooked food. We would highly recommend this hotel & will definitely be back. It was my partners birthday while we were in Madeira & despite us not announcing this in any way, he was presented with a birthday cake & a bottle of wine, which was a lovely surprise, thank you so much
We had a wonderful stay in this beautiful hotel. Everything available on site, but also very easy walking distance to Funchal centre. All of the staff were extremely helpful & friendly, nothing was too much trouble. The food was wonderful & breakfast was a delicious choice of fresh & cooked food. We would highly recommend this hotel & will definitely be back. It was my partners birthday while we were in Madeira & despite us not announcing this in any way, he was presented with a birthday cake & a bottle of wine, which was a lovely surprise, thank you so much
10
Julian RF
1 Aug 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
A great ambience in a beautiful setting. Convenient access and good parking. A most knowledgeable and helpful concierge. Food choices excellent. We felt very comfortable and well looked after.
A great ambience in a beautiful setting. Convenient access and good parking. A most knowledgeable and helpful concierge. Food choices excellent. We felt very comfortable and well looked after.
10
Stephane
21 May 2022
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Stayed 8 nights
Tout était nickel : le staff (en particulier au desk, très accueillant et professionnel), les chambres, les services (piscine, bar, restaurant, spa, salle de jeux...), l'emplacement, le jardin, le parking privatif. Un seul petit bémol : les oreillers n'étaient pas de très bonne qualité, comparativement au reste
Tout était nickel : le staff (en particulier au desk, très accueillant et professionnel), les chambres, les services (piscine, bar, restaurant, spa, salle de jeux...), l'emplacement, le jardin, le parking privatif. Un seul petit bémol : les oreillers n'étaient pas de très bonne qualité, comparativement au reste
10
nadege
6 Aug 2023
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Stayed 10 nights
Personnel remarquable : aimable , serviable et souriant. Tres bon niveau de restauration. Joli jardin et piscines agréables
Personnel remarquable : aimable , serviable et souriant. Tres bon niveau de restauration. Joli jardin et piscines agréables
10
Anne Laure
21 Jul 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Nous avons passé un séjour très agréable avec un personnel très disponible mais avec une grande discrétion. Nous avons adoré les soirées au bar à écouter chanteuse ou pianiste dans une ambiance douce et apaisante. Les petits déjeuners sont extras et les enfants ont apprécié de pouvoir choisir une part de gâteau pour le goûter au bord de la piscine. Les chambres sont spacieuses et confortables. J'y retournerai volontier.
Nous avons passé un séjour très agréable avec un personnel très disponible mais avec une grande discrétion. Nous avons adoré les soirées au bar à écouter chanteuse ou pianiste dans une ambiance douce et apaisante. Les petits déjeuners sont extras et les enfants ont apprécié de pouvoir choisir une part de gâteau pour le goûter au bord de la piscine. Les chambres sont spacieuses et confortables. J'y retournerai volontier.
10
Flemming
15 Dec 2024
·
Stayed 11 nights
The best hotel experience, I have ever had! From the service level to the facilities, the food, everything is amazing! The only small thing is noise from the road and upstairs “neighbors”, but it did not do anything to the overall experience.
The best hotel experience, I have ever had! From the service level to the facilities, the food, everything is amazing! The only small thing is noise from the road and upstairs “neighbors”, but it did not do anything to the overall experience.
10
Michael
19 Sept 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Very good hotel with bar-restaurant, swimming pool, spa-(services). The hotel is on 20/30 min walking distance (down-hill, so walking back is uphill) from the shopping mall, harbour/boulevard. A welcoming drink, happy hour (discount on drinks). Free shuttle service to the mall @ some times a day available. The restaurant has a very good menu card and very good and friendly services. The garden-diner can be recommended. Excellent quality, price, wine, services, and mingle with people (if you are not afraid of that). AC bedroom, good, clean beds and water, coffee/tea available @ the room.
Very good hotel with bar-restaurant, swimming pool, spa-(services). The hotel is on 20/30 min walking distance (down-hill, so walking back is uphill) from the shopping mall, harbour/boulevard. A welcoming drink, happy hour (discount on drinks). Free shuttle service to the mall @ some times a day available. The restaurant has a very good menu card and very good and friendly services. The garden-diner can be recommended. Excellent quality, price, wine, services, and mingle with people (if you are not afraid of that). AC bedroom, good, clean beds and water, coffee/tea available @ the room.
10
Katerina
25 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent service, beautiful garden views and great breakfast. The only negative was that the hotel was a bit dated and just in the middle of refurbishment(outside?).
Excellent service, beautiful garden views and great breakfast. The only negative was that the hotel was a bit dated and just in the middle of refurbishment(outside?).
8
Mathieu
26 Apr 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
L'hotel annoncé 5 étoiles n'est pas au standard des 5 étoiles européens. C'est propre, grand et avec un bon service mais c'est quand même bien dans son jus. La piscine intérieure est très fatiguée et mérite une vraie rénovation. Le petit dej offre du choix mais avec une qualité un peu passe partout. Le gros soucis c'est le parking qui est annoncé à l"hotel mais qui est minuscule et donc nous n'avons quasiment jamais réussi à avoir une place et on a du se débrouiller pour se garer dans la rue. Le spa est très bien, moderne et avec des services de qualité
L'hotel annoncé 5 étoiles n'est pas au standard des 5 étoiles européens. C'est propre, grand et avec un bon service mais c'est quand même bien dans son jus. La piscine intérieure est très fatiguée et mérite une vraie rénovation. Le petit dej offre du choix mais avec une qualité un peu passe partout. Le gros soucis c'est le parking qui est annoncé à l"hotel mais qui est minuscule et donc nous n'avons quasiment jamais réussi à avoir une place et on a du se débrouiller pour se garer dans la rue. Le spa est très bien, moderne et avec des services de qualité
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Cleanliness
Rooms and common areas are generally very clean with diligent daily housekeeping. A few reports note musty linens, occasional vacuuming lapses and rare odors, alongside signs of age in some areas.
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Tyler
16 Feb 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was amazing and extremely clean! The staff was very kind. I would have liked a little more information about the hotel when I arrived, but other than that, it was a fantastic day!
The room was amazing and extremely clean! The staff was very kind. I would have liked a little more information about the hotel when I arrived, but other than that, it was a fantastic day!
10
Marie-Elise
9 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Propreté, gentillesse de la receptioniste.
Propreté, gentillesse de la receptioniste.
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Stephane
21 May 2022
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Stayed 8 nights
Tout était nickel : le staff (en particulier au desk, très accueillant et professionnel), les chambres, les services (piscine, bar, restaurant, spa, salle de jeux...), l'emplacement, le jardin, le parking privatif. Un seul petit bémol : les oreillers n'étaient pas de très bonne qualité, comparativement au reste
Tout était nickel : le staff (en particulier au desk, très accueillant et professionnel), les chambres, les services (piscine, bar, restaurant, spa, salle de jeux...), l'emplacement, le jardin, le parking privatif. Un seul petit bémol : les oreillers n'étaient pas de très bonne qualité, comparativement au reste
8
Farhat
31 Oct 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
this hotel was beautiful! so much is included in your stay (plenty of the spa services, the games room, the cabinets of books on each floor, the first round of tea/coffee/fridge things in the room, the courtesy buses), and the staff are all so friendly. we quickly realised how lucky we got by choosing this hotel as it was in such a convenient spot (bus stop just up the road, and driving back from town centre would take 5 mins at the most). the only suggestions for improvement, however, are: 1. the smell of the sheets (perhaps more a general problem with dry cleaning than the hotel) as they smelled a little musty even when changed, and sometimes the hoovering wasn't very thorough. used things were, nonetheless, always replaced without fail (used glasses/towels etc.). 2. the lack of knowledge of dietary requirements other than vegetarian/vegan. this is definitely across Madeira, that nobody really knows what halal is unfortunately. but hotels are a big industry so if they knew about it, it might make a difference across the island, like normalising halal butchers or not using pig fat in desserts, etc. having said that, the restaurant staff are extremely helpful - as soon as one of them found out we can't eat the meat/alcohol, he made sure we steered clear of menu items that contained them or asked the chef for alternatives. so we really appreciated that. Madeira isn't very racially/religiously diverse so the friendliness of the staff really made all the difference :)
this hotel was beautiful! so much is included in your stay (plenty of the spa services, the games room, the cabinets of books on each floor, the first round of tea/coffee/fridge things in the room, the courtesy buses), and the staff are all so friendly. we quickly realised how lucky we got by choosing this hotel as it was in such a convenient spot (bus stop just up the road, and driving back from town centre would take 5 mins at the most). the only suggestions for improvement, however, are: 1. the smell of the sheets (perhaps more a general problem with dry cleaning than the hotel) as they smelled a little musty even when changed, and sometimes the hoovering wasn't very thorough. used things were, nonetheless, always replaced without fail (used glasses/towels etc.). 2. the lack of knowledge of dietary requirements other than vegetarian/vegan. this is definitely across Madeira, that nobody really knows what halal is unfortunately. but hotels are a big industry so if they knew about it, it might make a difference across the island, like normalising halal butchers or not using pig fat in desserts, etc. having said that, the restaurant staff are extremely helpful - as soon as one of them found out we can't eat the meat/alcohol, he made sure we steered clear of menu items that contained them or asked the chef for alternatives. so we really appreciated that. Madeira isn't very racially/religiously diverse so the friendliness of the staff really made all the difference :)
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Michael
8 Oct 2022
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Stayed 5 nights
DO NOT COME‼️‼️⛔⛔⛔⛔ This place is a border line fraud. It might be a 5star Motel, NOT a 5 star Hotel. I also, fell into the trap of good reviews on Google maps and Hotels.com. Their photographer should get a pulitzer prize because the hotel does NOT look like the photos. We booked 5 nights and left after 2 nights because it was SO bad. They did not want to refund anything but the stay was so horrible we left even if it meant loosing a ~3 nights/~600$. Just some of the nuggets we had during our stay: -The place is OLD and not in a good way. Furniture and all infrastructure are have not been updated since hotel was built (90s?). They did zero upgrades since. - Nothing to eat for breakfast. Better food in McDonald's breakfast. No food for vegan people - we come to 5star places because they accommodate for all kinds of food restrictions - not this place (their response - "sorry. Chef is not here today" - what??) - last day room smelled like a sewer. I'm not exaggerating. Real, strong, distinct sewer smell like in a dark water treatment facility - AC from the 80s. Makes noises at night. You have a choice: stop sweating or sleep - dogs and wolves crying each night outside of the window at 1AM (I admit, not their fault) - only met one nice staff person throughout the whole stay - all furniture, tiles in bathroom, shower taps - everything is in old or broken state. You can't cover up sh*tty upkeep and call it an "old style hotel" Great 3star hotel, not 5!
DO NOT COME‼️‼️⛔⛔⛔⛔ This place is a border line fraud. It might be a 5star Motel, NOT a 5 star Hotel. I also, fell into the trap of good reviews on Google maps and Hotels.com. Their photographer should get a pulitzer prize because the hotel does NOT look like the photos. We booked 5 nights and left after 2 nights because it was SO bad. They did not want to refund anything but the stay was so horrible we left even if it meant loosing a ~3 nights/~600$. Just some of the nuggets we had during our stay: -The place is OLD and not in a good way. Furniture and all infrastructure are have not been updated since hotel was built (90s?). They did zero upgrades since. - Nothing to eat for breakfast. Better food in McDonald's breakfast. No food for vegan people - we come to 5star places because they accommodate for all kinds of food restrictions - not this place (their response - "sorry. Chef is not here today" - what??) - last day room smelled like a sewer. I'm not exaggerating. Real, strong, distinct sewer smell like in a dark water treatment facility - AC from the 80s. Makes noises at night. You have a choice: stop sweating or sleep - dogs and wolves crying each night outside of the window at 1AM (I admit, not their fault) - only met one nice staff person throughout the whole stay - all furniture, tiles in bathroom, shower taps - everything is in old or broken state. You can't cover up sh*tty upkeep and call it an "old style hotel" Great 3star hotel, not 5!
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Michael
19 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very good hotel with bar-restaurant, swimming pool, spa-(services). The hotel is on 20/30 min walking distance (down-hill, so walking back is uphill) from the shopping mall, harbour/boulevard. A welcoming drink, happy hour (discount on drinks). Free shuttle service to the mall @ some times a day available. The restaurant has a very good menu card and very good and friendly services. The garden-diner can be recommended. Excellent quality, price, wine, services, and mingle with people (if you are not afraid of that). AC bedroom, good, clean beds and water, coffee/tea available @ the room.
Very good hotel with bar-restaurant, swimming pool, spa-(services). The hotel is on 20/30 min walking distance (down-hill, so walking back is uphill) from the shopping mall, harbour/boulevard. A welcoming drink, happy hour (discount on drinks). Free shuttle service to the mall @ some times a day available. The restaurant has a very good menu card and very good and friendly services. The garden-diner can be recommended. Excellent quality, price, wine, services, and mingle with people (if you are not afraid of that). AC bedroom, good, clean beds and water, coffee/tea available @ the room.
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Kathrin
7 Nov 2022
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Ein sehr gepflegtes Hotel mit einem schönen Garten und sehr nettem Personal. Vom Restaurant hat man schon beim Frühstück einen Blick in den Garten. Alle Extrawünsche werden sofort erfüllt.
Ein sehr gepflegtes Hotel mit einem schönen Garten und sehr nettem Personal. Vom Restaurant hat man schon beim Frühstück einen Blick in den Garten. Alle Extrawünsche werden sofort erfüllt.
10
Anne
20 Oct 2025
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Stayed 11 nights
Excellent Staff in every department. Very helpful and obliging. Room was always cleaned to a very high standard on a daily basis . Service in both restaurants excellent .
Excellent Staff in every department. Very helpful and obliging. Room was always cleaned to a very high standard on a daily basis . Service in both restaurants excellent .
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Mathieu
26 Apr 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
L'hotel annoncé 5 étoiles n'est pas au standard des 5 étoiles européens. C'est propre, grand et avec un bon service mais c'est quand même bien dans son jus. La piscine intérieure est très fatiguée et mérite une vraie rénovation. Le petit dej offre du choix mais avec une qualité un peu passe partout. Le gros soucis c'est le parking qui est annoncé à l"hotel mais qui est minuscule et donc nous n'avons quasiment jamais réussi à avoir une place et on a du se débrouiller pour se garer dans la rue. Le spa est très bien, moderne et avec des services de qualité
L'hotel annoncé 5 étoiles n'est pas au standard des 5 étoiles européens. C'est propre, grand et avec un bon service mais c'est quand même bien dans son jus. La piscine intérieure est très fatiguée et mérite une vraie rénovation. Le petit dej offre du choix mais avec une qualité un peu passe partout. Le gros soucis c'est le parking qui est annoncé à l"hotel mais qui est minuscule et donc nous n'avons quasiment jamais réussi à avoir une place et on a du se débrouiller pour se garer dans la rue. Le spa est très bien, moderne et avec des services de qualité
8
Sven
18 May 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
Das Hotel war sehr gut und der Aufenthalt hat uns sehr gut gefallen. Die Innenstadt von Funchal ist per Fuß erreichbar. Der Garten und auch das Haus haben uns sehr gefallen. Die Terasse, wie auch die Inneneinrichtung sind ein bisschen in die Jahre gekommen. Das Personal an der Rezeption und der Zimmerservice waren super nett! Im Restaurant war das leider nicht der Fall. Die Mitarbeiter waren bemüht, allerdings nicht sehr freundlich. Grundsätzlich hat es uns wie gesagt sehr gut gefallen und wir kommen gerne wieder.
Das Hotel war sehr gut und der Aufenthalt hat uns sehr gut gefallen. Die Innenstadt von Funchal ist per Fuß erreichbar. Der Garten und auch das Haus haben uns sehr gefallen. Die Terasse, wie auch die Inneneinrichtung sind ein bisschen in die Jahre gekommen. Das Personal an der Rezeption und der Zimmerservice waren super nett! Im Restaurant war das leider nicht der Fall. Die Mitarbeiter waren bemüht, allerdings nicht sehr freundlich. Grundsätzlich hat es uns wie gesagt sehr gut gefallen und wir kommen gerne wieder.
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Rooms
Rooms are spacious and comfortable, some with balconies or garden views. A few guests mention street or neighbor noise, and Wi-Fi quality can vary by room.
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Tyler
16 Feb 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was amazing and extremely clean! The staff was very kind. I would have liked a little more information about the hotel when I arrived, but other than that, it was a fantastic day!
The room was amazing and extremely clean! The staff was very kind. I would have liked a little more information about the hotel when I arrived, but other than that, it was a fantastic day!
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Nikolai
29 Jul 2022
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Stayed 4 nights
Definitely five stars. Beautiful place with a nice bar and friendly staff. The only con I can think of is that the Wi-Fi didn’t work in our room. There was a piano player, two pool areas, two bars, a restaurant and game room and a gym. Everything you need, and easy walking distance to the rest of Funchal
Definitely five stars. Beautiful place with a nice bar and friendly staff. The only con I can think of is that the Wi-Fi didn’t work in our room. There was a piano player, two pool areas, two bars, a restaurant and game room and a gym. Everything you need, and easy walking distance to the rest of Funchal
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Ellis
2 Dec 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Very pleasant hotel with generous room sizes and scenic views. Friendly, helpful staff and conveniently located a 15-minute walk from the town centre and the ferry terminal.
Very pleasant hotel with generous room sizes and scenic views. Friendly, helpful staff and conveniently located a 15-minute walk from the town centre and the ferry terminal.
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Stephane
21 May 2022
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Stayed 8 nights
Tout était nickel : le staff (en particulier au desk, très accueillant et professionnel), les chambres, les services (piscine, bar, restaurant, spa, salle de jeux...), l'emplacement, le jardin, le parking privatif. Un seul petit bémol : les oreillers n'étaient pas de très bonne qualité, comparativement au reste
Tout était nickel : le staff (en particulier au desk, très accueillant et professionnel), les chambres, les services (piscine, bar, restaurant, spa, salle de jeux...), l'emplacement, le jardin, le parking privatif. Un seul petit bémol : les oreillers n'étaient pas de très bonne qualité, comparativement au reste
10
Rita
9 Feb 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
The property is very quiet, even if it is still walking distance to the city center, and you can fell the charm of a boutique hotel. The staff is friendly and super helpful, and I really felt like I was at home. The room was very spacious, comfortable and had this lovely balcony overlooking the gardens. The breakfast had a great variety, and the lunch we had by the pool was delicious! I recommend everyone to try on of the cocktails at the bar. The Passion Fruit Mojito is unbelievable! I will definitely stay there again in my next trip to Madeira!
The property is very quiet, even if it is still walking distance to the city center, and you can fell the charm of a boutique hotel. The staff is friendly and super helpful, and I really felt like I was at home. The room was very spacious, comfortable and had this lovely balcony overlooking the gardens. The breakfast had a great variety, and the lunch we had by the pool was delicious! I recommend everyone to try on of the cocktails at the bar. The Passion Fruit Mojito is unbelievable! I will definitely stay there again in my next trip to Madeira!
10
Flemming
15 Dec 2024
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Stayed 11 nights
The best hotel experience, I have ever had! From the service level to the facilities, the food, everything is amazing! The only small thing is noise from the road and upstairs “neighbors”, but it did not do anything to the overall experience.
The best hotel experience, I have ever had! From the service level to the facilities, the food, everything is amazing! The only small thing is noise from the road and upstairs “neighbors”, but it did not do anything to the overall experience.
10
Michael
19 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very good hotel with bar-restaurant, swimming pool, spa-(services). The hotel is on 20/30 min walking distance (down-hill, so walking back is uphill) from the shopping mall, harbour/boulevard. A welcoming drink, happy hour (discount on drinks). Free shuttle service to the mall @ some times a day available. The restaurant has a very good menu card and very good and friendly services. The garden-diner can be recommended. Excellent quality, price, wine, services, and mingle with people (if you are not afraid of that). AC bedroom, good, clean beds and water, coffee/tea available @ the room.
Very good hotel with bar-restaurant, swimming pool, spa-(services). The hotel is on 20/30 min walking distance (down-hill, so walking back is uphill) from the shopping mall, harbour/boulevard. A welcoming drink, happy hour (discount on drinks). Free shuttle service to the mall @ some times a day available. The restaurant has a very good menu card and very good and friendly services. The garden-diner can be recommended. Excellent quality, price, wine, services, and mingle with people (if you are not afraid of that). AC bedroom, good, clean beds and water, coffee/tea available @ the room.
10
Fiona
19 Jan 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Understated elegant hotel . Very comfortable . Wonderful breakfasts
Understated elegant hotel . Very comfortable . Wonderful breakfasts
10
Katerina
25 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent service, beautiful garden views and great breakfast. The only negative was that the hotel was a bit dated and just in the middle of refurbishment(outside?).
Excellent service, beautiful garden views and great breakfast. The only negative was that the hotel was a bit dated and just in the middle of refurbishment(outside?).
10
Knut
7 Dec 2021
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Stayed 6 nights
Dette er et hyggelig og passe stort hotell. Utmerket service og god mat og drikke. Ca 15 minutter å gå til sentrum. Store og romslige rom med sofa og bord og bra arbeidsplass hvis man trenger det. Og raskt Internett på hele hotellet.
Dette er et hyggelig og passe stort hotell. Utmerket service og god mat og drikke. Ca 15 minutter å gå til sentrum. Store og romslige rom med sofa og bord og bra arbeidsplass hvis man trenger det. Og raskt Internett på hele hotellet.
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Service
Service is widely praised as warm, attentive and proactive across departments, with quick breakfast service and thoughtful touches for special occasions. Isolated comments mention limited arrival information or less friendly restaurant service.
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Tyler
16 Feb 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was amazing and extremely clean! The staff was very kind. I would have liked a little more information about the hotel when I arrived, but other than that, it was a fantastic day!
The room was amazing and extremely clean! The staff was very kind. I would have liked a little more information about the hotel when I arrived, but other than that, it was a fantastic day!
10
Denise
27 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely hotel. Staff go out of their way to be helpful in a friendly non forced way. Restaurant food was great. Good choice and well presented. Would go back.
Lovely hotel. Staff go out of their way to be helpful in a friendly non forced way. Restaurant food was great. Good choice and well presented. Would go back.
10
Derek
31 Dec 2025
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Stayed 9 nights
Yes excellent breakfast. Staff were friendly and could not do enough for u.
Yes excellent breakfast. Staff were friendly and could not do enough for u.
10
Diane
22 Mar 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
We had a wonderful stay in this beautiful hotel. Everything available on site, but also very easy walking distance to Funchal centre. All of the staff were extremely helpful & friendly, nothing was too much trouble. The food was wonderful & breakfast was a delicious choice of fresh & cooked food. We would highly recommend this hotel & will definitely be back. It was my partners birthday while we were in Madeira & despite us not announcing this in any way, he was presented with a birthday cake & a bottle of wine, which was a lovely surprise, thank you so much
We had a wonderful stay in this beautiful hotel. Everything available on site, but also very easy walking distance to Funchal centre. All of the staff were extremely helpful & friendly, nothing was too much trouble. The food was wonderful & breakfast was a delicious choice of fresh & cooked food. We would highly recommend this hotel & will definitely be back. It was my partners birthday while we were in Madeira & despite us not announcing this in any way, he was presented with a birthday cake & a bottle of wine, which was a lovely surprise, thank you so much
10
Julian RF
1 Aug 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
A great ambience in a beautiful setting. Convenient access and good parking. A most knowledgeable and helpful concierge. Food choices excellent. We felt very comfortable and well looked after.
A great ambience in a beautiful setting. Convenient access and good parking. A most knowledgeable and helpful concierge. Food choices excellent. We felt very comfortable and well looked after.
10
Matthew
11 Feb 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
This was our third stay here at Quintinha São João. It really feels like the most wonderful home away from home rather than a hotel. You're made to feel so welcome and looked after by the most dedicated and friendly staff. I can't imagine anywhere else in Funchal coming even close to this place. And it's all mostly because of the staff too. They can't do enough for you. Everyone from the reception staff to the serving staff to the cleaners and the spa staff made us once again feel so welcomed and went out of their way when it came to being of assistance to us. A special shout out is due to the restaurant staff, especially during breakfast time. The buffet is constantly topped up with fresh food and they're super fast with your coffee/tea and non-buffet orders. I'm sure we will be back for a fourth visit to Madeira in a year or two and needless to say that we will stay here. The loveliest hotel I've ever stayed in anywhere. It feels so odd to call it a hotel because I really do see it as my other home!
This was our third stay here at Quintinha São João. It really feels like the most wonderful home away from home rather than a hotel. You're made to feel so welcome and looked after by the most dedicated and friendly staff. I can't imagine anywhere else in Funchal coming even close to this place. And it's all mostly because of the staff too. They can't do enough for you. Everyone from the reception staff to the serving staff to the cleaners and the spa staff made us once again feel so welcomed and went out of their way when it came to being of assistance to us. A special shout out is due to the restaurant staff, especially during breakfast time. The buffet is constantly topped up with fresh food and they're super fast with your coffee/tea and non-buffet orders. I'm sure we will be back for a fourth visit to Madeira in a year or two and needless to say that we will stay here. The loveliest hotel I've ever stayed in anywhere. It feels so odd to call it a hotel because I really do see it as my other home!
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Michael
8 Oct 2022
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Stayed 5 nights
DO NOT COME‼️‼️⛔⛔⛔⛔ This place is a border line fraud. It might be a 5star Motel, NOT a 5 star Hotel. I also, fell into the trap of good reviews on Google maps and Hotels.com. Their photographer should get a pulitzer prize because the hotel does NOT look like the photos. We booked 5 nights and left after 2 nights because it was SO bad. They did not want to refund anything but the stay was so horrible we left even if it meant loosing a ~3 nights/~600$. Just some of the nuggets we had during our stay: -The place is OLD and not in a good way. Furniture and all infrastructure are have not been updated since hotel was built (90s?). They did zero upgrades since. - Nothing to eat for breakfast. Better food in McDonald's breakfast. No food for vegan people - we come to 5star places because they accommodate for all kinds of food restrictions - not this place (their response - "sorry. Chef is not here today" - what??) - last day room smelled like a sewer. I'm not exaggerating. Real, strong, distinct sewer smell like in a dark water treatment facility - AC from the 80s. Makes noises at night. You have a choice: stop sweating or sleep - dogs and wolves crying each night outside of the window at 1AM (I admit, not their fault) - only met one nice staff person throughout the whole stay - all furniture, tiles in bathroom, shower taps - everything is in old or broken state. You can't cover up sh*tty upkeep and call it an "old style hotel" Great 3star hotel, not 5!
DO NOT COME‼️‼️⛔⛔⛔⛔ This place is a border line fraud. It might be a 5star Motel, NOT a 5 star Hotel. I also, fell into the trap of good reviews on Google maps and Hotels.com. Their photographer should get a pulitzer prize because the hotel does NOT look like the photos. We booked 5 nights and left after 2 nights because it was SO bad. They did not want to refund anything but the stay was so horrible we left even if it meant loosing a ~3 nights/~600$. Just some of the nuggets we had during our stay: -The place is OLD and not in a good way. Furniture and all infrastructure are have not been updated since hotel was built (90s?). They did zero upgrades since. - Nothing to eat for breakfast. Better food in McDonald's breakfast. No food for vegan people - we come to 5star places because they accommodate for all kinds of food restrictions - not this place (their response - "sorry. Chef is not here today" - what??) - last day room smelled like a sewer. I'm not exaggerating. Real, strong, distinct sewer smell like in a dark water treatment facility - AC from the 80s. Makes noises at night. You have a choice: stop sweating or sleep - dogs and wolves crying each night outside of the window at 1AM (I admit, not their fault) - only met one nice staff person throughout the whole stay - all furniture, tiles in bathroom, shower taps - everything is in old or broken state. You can't cover up sh*tty upkeep and call it an "old style hotel" Great 3star hotel, not 5!
10
Matthew James
17 Apr 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
The stay here was wonderful. The receptionist when we arrived was super welcoming and showed us around really professionally. Everyone we spoke to was really nice and couldn't have done more. We loved our trip to Madeira and had the most incredible holiday, and a lot of this was because we got to come back to Quintinha Sao João in the evenings. The food in their restaurant by the way was also incredible and a really good price for what you get. We also felt very welcomed as a gay couple and didn't feel like we being treated differently to anyone else, which we of course really appreciate. This is the first holiday in a while where I can safely say that I'll be returning soon!
The stay here was wonderful. The receptionist when we arrived was super welcoming and showed us around really professionally. Everyone we spoke to was really nice and couldn't have done more. We loved our trip to Madeira and had the most incredible holiday, and a lot of this was because we got to come back to Quintinha Sao João in the evenings. The food in their restaurant by the way was also incredible and a really good price for what you get. We also felt very welcomed as a gay couple and didn't feel like we being treated differently to anyone else, which we of course really appreciate. This is the first holiday in a while where I can safely say that I'll be returning soon!
10
Anne
20 Oct 2025
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Stayed 11 nights
Excellent Staff in every department. Very helpful and obliging. Room was always cleaned to a very high standard on a daily basis . Service in both restaurants excellent .
Excellent Staff in every department. Very helpful and obliging. Room was always cleaned to a very high standard on a daily basis . Service in both restaurants excellent .
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Sven
18 May 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
Das Hotel war sehr gut und der Aufenthalt hat uns sehr gut gefallen. Die Innenstadt von Funchal ist per Fuß erreichbar. Der Garten und auch das Haus haben uns sehr gefallen. Die Terasse, wie auch die Inneneinrichtung sind ein bisschen in die Jahre gekommen. Das Personal an der Rezeption und der Zimmerservice waren super nett! Im Restaurant war das leider nicht der Fall. Die Mitarbeiter waren bemüht, allerdings nicht sehr freundlich. Grundsätzlich hat es uns wie gesagt sehr gut gefallen und wir kommen gerne wieder.
Das Hotel war sehr gut und der Aufenthalt hat uns sehr gut gefallen. Die Innenstadt von Funchal ist per Fuß erreichbar. Der Garten und auch das Haus haben uns sehr gefallen. Die Terasse, wie auch die Inneneinrichtung sind ein bisschen in die Jahre gekommen. Das Personal an der Rezeption und der Zimmerservice waren super nett! Im Restaurant war das leider nicht der Fall. Die Mitarbeiter waren bemüht, allerdings nicht sehr freundlich. Grundsätzlich hat es uns wie gesagt sehr gut gefallen und wir kommen gerne wieder.
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Location
Set in quiet gardens within a 10–20 minute walk of central Funchal, with a nearby bus stop and a limited shuttle at set times. Some guests note the return walk is uphill.
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Nikolai
29 Jul 2022
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Stayed 4 nights
Definitely five stars. Beautiful place with a nice bar and friendly staff. The only con I can think of is that the Wi-Fi didn’t work in our room. There was a piano player, two pool areas, two bars, a restaurant and game room and a gym. Everything you need, and easy walking distance to the rest of Funchal
Definitely five stars. Beautiful place with a nice bar and friendly staff. The only con I can think of is that the Wi-Fi didn’t work in our room. There was a piano player, two pool areas, two bars, a restaurant and game room and a gym. Everything you need, and easy walking distance to the rest of Funchal
10
Ellis
2 Dec 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Very pleasant hotel with generous room sizes and scenic views. Friendly, helpful staff and conveniently located a 15-minute walk from the town centre and the ferry terminal.
Very pleasant hotel with generous room sizes and scenic views. Friendly, helpful staff and conveniently located a 15-minute walk from the town centre and the ferry terminal.
10
Diane
22 Mar 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
We had a wonderful stay in this beautiful hotel. Everything available on site, but also very easy walking distance to Funchal centre. All of the staff were extremely helpful & friendly, nothing was too much trouble. The food was wonderful & breakfast was a delicious choice of fresh & cooked food. We would highly recommend this hotel & will definitely be back. It was my partners birthday while we were in Madeira & despite us not announcing this in any way, he was presented with a birthday cake & a bottle of wine, which was a lovely surprise, thank you so much
We had a wonderful stay in this beautiful hotel. Everything available on site, but also very easy walking distance to Funchal centre. All of the staff were extremely helpful & friendly, nothing was too much trouble. The food was wonderful & breakfast was a delicious choice of fresh & cooked food. We would highly recommend this hotel & will definitely be back. It was my partners birthday while we were in Madeira & despite us not announcing this in any way, he was presented with a birthday cake & a bottle of wine, which was a lovely surprise, thank you so much
10
Julian RF
1 Aug 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
A great ambience in a beautiful setting. Convenient access and good parking. A most knowledgeable and helpful concierge. Food choices excellent. We felt very comfortable and well looked after.
A great ambience in a beautiful setting. Convenient access and good parking. A most knowledgeable and helpful concierge. Food choices excellent. We felt very comfortable and well looked after.
10
Rita
9 Dec 2023
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Stayed 13 nights
Super friendly staff, beautiful and quiet gardens. You can easily walk to the city center
Super friendly staff, beautiful and quiet gardens. You can easily walk to the city center
10
Hélène
9 Aug 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
Établissement très bien situé au calme ( notre terrasse donnait sur un beau jardin) et proche centre-ville. Le personnel est très agréable. Je recommande vivement cet hôtel.
Établissement très bien situé au calme ( notre terrasse donnait sur un beau jardin) et proche centre-ville. Le personnel est très agréable. Je recommande vivement cet hôtel.
10
Michael
19 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very good hotel with bar-restaurant, swimming pool, spa-(services). The hotel is on 20/30 min walking distance (down-hill, so walking back is uphill) from the shopping mall, harbour/boulevard. A welcoming drink, happy hour (discount on drinks). Free shuttle service to the mall @ some times a day available. The restaurant has a very good menu card and very good and friendly services. The garden-diner can be recommended. Excellent quality, price, wine, services, and mingle with people (if you are not afraid of that). AC bedroom, good, clean beds and water, coffee/tea available @ the room.
Very good hotel with bar-restaurant, swimming pool, spa-(services). The hotel is on 20/30 min walking distance (down-hill, so walking back is uphill) from the shopping mall, harbour/boulevard. A welcoming drink, happy hour (discount on drinks). Free shuttle service to the mall @ some times a day available. The restaurant has a very good menu card and very good and friendly services. The garden-diner can be recommended. Excellent quality, price, wine, services, and mingle with people (if you are not afraid of that). AC bedroom, good, clean beds and water, coffee/tea available @ the room.
10
Knut
7 Dec 2021
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Stayed 6 nights
Dette er et hyggelig og passe stort hotell. Utmerket service og god mat og drikke. Ca 15 minutter å gå til sentrum. Store og romslige rom med sofa og bord og bra arbeidsplass hvis man trenger det. Og raskt Internett på hele hotellet.
Dette er et hyggelig og passe stort hotell. Utmerket service og god mat og drikke. Ca 15 minutter å gå til sentrum. Store og romslige rom med sofa og bord og bra arbeidsplass hvis man trenger det. Og raskt Internett på hele hotellet.
10
Jessica
24 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
High quality hotel within walking distance of Funchal
High quality hotel within walking distance of Funchal
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Peter
16 Nov 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Dejligt hotel med personlig atmosfære Ligger ca 10-15 minutters gang fra funchal centrum.
Dejligt hotel med personlig atmosfære Ligger ca 10-15 minutters gang fra funchal centrum.
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Dining
Breakfast and restaurant meals are frequently praised for quality and choice, with pleasant bar service, garden dining and occasional live music. Some feedback notes variable breakfast quality and limited support for specific diets (e.g., vegan/halal) or wine selection.
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Denise
27 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely hotel. Staff go out of their way to be helpful in a friendly non forced way. Restaurant food was great. Good choice and well presented. Would go back.
Lovely hotel. Staff go out of their way to be helpful in a friendly non forced way. Restaurant food was great. Good choice and well presented. Would go back.
10
Derek
31 Dec 2025
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Stayed 9 nights
Yes excellent breakfast. Staff were friendly and could not do enough for u.
Yes excellent breakfast. Staff were friendly and could not do enough for u.
10
Diane
22 Mar 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
We had a wonderful stay in this beautiful hotel. Everything available on site, but also very easy walking distance to Funchal centre. All of the staff were extremely helpful & friendly, nothing was too much trouble. The food was wonderful & breakfast was a delicious choice of fresh & cooked food. We would highly recommend this hotel & will definitely be back. It was my partners birthday while we were in Madeira & despite us not announcing this in any way, he was presented with a birthday cake & a bottle of wine, which was a lovely surprise, thank you so much
We had a wonderful stay in this beautiful hotel. Everything available on site, but also very easy walking distance to Funchal centre. All of the staff were extremely helpful & friendly, nothing was too much trouble. The food was wonderful & breakfast was a delicious choice of fresh & cooked food. We would highly recommend this hotel & will definitely be back. It was my partners birthday while we were in Madeira & despite us not announcing this in any way, he was presented with a birthday cake & a bottle of wine, which was a lovely surprise, thank you so much
10
Rita
9 Feb 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
The property is very quiet, even if it is still walking distance to the city center, and you can fell the charm of a boutique hotel. The staff is friendly and super helpful, and I really felt like I was at home. The room was very spacious, comfortable and had this lovely balcony overlooking the gardens. The breakfast had a great variety, and the lunch we had by the pool was delicious! I recommend everyone to try on of the cocktails at the bar. The Passion Fruit Mojito is unbelievable! I will definitely stay there again in my next trip to Madeira!
The property is very quiet, even if it is still walking distance to the city center, and you can fell the charm of a boutique hotel. The staff is friendly and super helpful, and I really felt like I was at home. The room was very spacious, comfortable and had this lovely balcony overlooking the gardens. The breakfast had a great variety, and the lunch we had by the pool was delicious! I recommend everyone to try on of the cocktails at the bar. The Passion Fruit Mojito is unbelievable! I will definitely stay there again in my next trip to Madeira!
10
Matthew
11 Feb 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
This was our third stay here at Quintinha São João. It really feels like the most wonderful home away from home rather than a hotel. You're made to feel so welcome and looked after by the most dedicated and friendly staff. I can't imagine anywhere else in Funchal coming even close to this place. And it's all mostly because of the staff too. They can't do enough for you. Everyone from the reception staff to the serving staff to the cleaners and the spa staff made us once again feel so welcomed and went out of their way when it came to being of assistance to us. A special shout out is due to the restaurant staff, especially during breakfast time. The buffet is constantly topped up with fresh food and they're super fast with your coffee/tea and non-buffet orders. I'm sure we will be back for a fourth visit to Madeira in a year or two and needless to say that we will stay here. The loveliest hotel I've ever stayed in anywhere. It feels so odd to call it a hotel because I really do see it as my other home!
This was our third stay here at Quintinha São João. It really feels like the most wonderful home away from home rather than a hotel. You're made to feel so welcome and looked after by the most dedicated and friendly staff. I can't imagine anywhere else in Funchal coming even close to this place. And it's all mostly because of the staff too. They can't do enough for you. Everyone from the reception staff to the serving staff to the cleaners and the spa staff made us once again feel so welcomed and went out of their way when it came to being of assistance to us. A special shout out is due to the restaurant staff, especially during breakfast time. The buffet is constantly topped up with fresh food and they're super fast with your coffee/tea and non-buffet orders. I'm sure we will be back for a fourth visit to Madeira in a year or two and needless to say that we will stay here. The loveliest hotel I've ever stayed in anywhere. It feels so odd to call it a hotel because I really do see it as my other home!
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Michael
8 Oct 2022
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Stayed 5 nights
DO NOT COME‼️‼️⛔⛔⛔⛔ This place is a border line fraud. It might be a 5star Motel, NOT a 5 star Hotel. I also, fell into the trap of good reviews on Google maps and Hotels.com. Their photographer should get a pulitzer prize because the hotel does NOT look like the photos. We booked 5 nights and left after 2 nights because it was SO bad. They did not want to refund anything but the stay was so horrible we left even if it meant loosing a ~3 nights/~600$. Just some of the nuggets we had during our stay: -The place is OLD and not in a good way. Furniture and all infrastructure are have not been updated since hotel was built (90s?). They did zero upgrades since. - Nothing to eat for breakfast. Better food in McDonald's breakfast. No food for vegan people - we come to 5star places because they accommodate for all kinds of food restrictions - not this place (their response - "sorry. Chef is not here today" - what??) - last day room smelled like a sewer. I'm not exaggerating. Real, strong, distinct sewer smell like in a dark water treatment facility - AC from the 80s. Makes noises at night. You have a choice: stop sweating or sleep - dogs and wolves crying each night outside of the window at 1AM (I admit, not their fault) - only met one nice staff person throughout the whole stay - all furniture, tiles in bathroom, shower taps - everything is in old or broken state. You can't cover up sh*tty upkeep and call it an "old style hotel" Great 3star hotel, not 5!
DO NOT COME‼️‼️⛔⛔⛔⛔ This place is a border line fraud. It might be a 5star Motel, NOT a 5 star Hotel. I also, fell into the trap of good reviews on Google maps and Hotels.com. Their photographer should get a pulitzer prize because the hotel does NOT look like the photos. We booked 5 nights and left after 2 nights because it was SO bad. They did not want to refund anything but the stay was so horrible we left even if it meant loosing a ~3 nights/~600$. Just some of the nuggets we had during our stay: -The place is OLD and not in a good way. Furniture and all infrastructure are have not been updated since hotel was built (90s?). They did zero upgrades since. - Nothing to eat for breakfast. Better food in McDonald's breakfast. No food for vegan people - we come to 5star places because they accommodate for all kinds of food restrictions - not this place (their response - "sorry. Chef is not here today" - what??) - last day room smelled like a sewer. I'm not exaggerating. Real, strong, distinct sewer smell like in a dark water treatment facility - AC from the 80s. Makes noises at night. You have a choice: stop sweating or sleep - dogs and wolves crying each night outside of the window at 1AM (I admit, not their fault) - only met one nice staff person throughout the whole stay - all furniture, tiles in bathroom, shower taps - everything is in old or broken state. You can't cover up sh*tty upkeep and call it an "old style hotel" Great 3star hotel, not 5!
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Martina
21 Mar 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
Essen und Service sehr gut Qualität der Speisen hervorragend
Essen und Service sehr gut Qualität der Speisen hervorragend
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Michael
19 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very good hotel with bar-restaurant, swimming pool, spa-(services). The hotel is on 20/30 min walking distance (down-hill, so walking back is uphill) from the shopping mall, harbour/boulevard. A welcoming drink, happy hour (discount on drinks). Free shuttle service to the mall @ some times a day available. The restaurant has a very good menu card and very good and friendly services. The garden-diner can be recommended. Excellent quality, price, wine, services, and mingle with people (if you are not afraid of that). AC bedroom, good, clean beds and water, coffee/tea available @ the room.
Very good hotel with bar-restaurant, swimming pool, spa-(services). The hotel is on 20/30 min walking distance (down-hill, so walking back is uphill) from the shopping mall, harbour/boulevard. A welcoming drink, happy hour (discount on drinks). Free shuttle service to the mall @ some times a day available. The restaurant has a very good menu card and very good and friendly services. The garden-diner can be recommended. Excellent quality, price, wine, services, and mingle with people (if you are not afraid of that). AC bedroom, good, clean beds and water, coffee/tea available @ the room.
10
Lionel
5 Apr 2022
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Stayed 7 nights
Splendid, good food but white wine could be chosen better
Splendid, good food but white wine could be chosen better
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Mathieu
26 Apr 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
L'hotel annoncé 5 étoiles n'est pas au standard des 5 étoiles européens. C'est propre, grand et avec un bon service mais c'est quand même bien dans son jus. La piscine intérieure est très fatiguée et mérite une vraie rénovation. Le petit dej offre du choix mais avec une qualité un peu passe partout. Le gros soucis c'est le parking qui est annoncé à l"hotel mais qui est minuscule et donc nous n'avons quasiment jamais réussi à avoir une place et on a du se débrouiller pour se garer dans la rue. Le spa est très bien, moderne et avec des services de qualité
L'hotel annoncé 5 étoiles n'est pas au standard des 5 étoiles européens. C'est propre, grand et avec un bon service mais c'est quand même bien dans son jus. La piscine intérieure est très fatiguée et mérite une vraie rénovation. Le petit dej offre du choix mais avec une qualité un peu passe partout. Le gros soucis c'est le parking qui est annoncé à l"hotel mais qui est minuscule et donc nous n'avons quasiment jamais réussi à avoir une place et on a du se débrouiller pour se garer dans la rue. Le spa est très bien, moderne et avec des services de qualité
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Michelle
13 Apr 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
We have just had a 3 night stay at the Hotel and it was lovely. When we arrived the reception staff were very friendly and gave us a brief tour, when our room was ready we were again escorted there by a member of reception. The room was a great size with a small patio area overlooking the lush gardens. We had dinner in the restauarant on our first night, which was excellent, service was impeccable. We used the bar a couple of times, loving the idea that we got to choose our "Happy Hour", we also ate in the Bar on 2 occasions and again the food was excellent. Breakfast was very good with a great slection of food.The Hotel is very traditional and has a lot of character, we will hopefully return one day and would recommend to anyone who would like to be within 15 mins of the centre of Funchal but still stay in a "little oasis".
We have just had a 3 night stay at the Hotel and it was lovely. When we arrived the reception staff were very friendly and gave us a brief tour, when our room was ready we were again escorted there by a member of reception. The room was a great size with a small patio area overlooking the lush gardens. We had dinner in the restauarant on our first night, which was excellent, service was impeccable. We used the bar a couple of times, loving the idea that we got to choose our "Happy Hour", we also ate in the Bar on 2 occasions and again the food was excellent. Breakfast was very good with a great slection of food.The Hotel is very traditional and has a lot of character, we will hopefully return one day and would recommend to anyone who would like to be within 15 mins of the centre of Funchal but still stay in a "little oasis".
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Tyler
16 Feb 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was amazing and extremely clean! The staff was very kind. I would have liked a little more information about the hotel when I arrived, but other than that, it was a fantastic day!
The room was amazing and extremely clean! The staff was very kind. I would have liked a little more information about the hotel when I arrived, but other than that, it was a fantastic day!
10
Derek
31 Dec 2025
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Stayed 9 nights
Yes excellent breakfast. Staff were friendly and could not do enough for u.
Yes excellent breakfast. Staff were friendly and could not do enough for u.
10
Jessica
24 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
High quality hotel within walking distance of Funchal
High quality hotel within walking distance of Funchal
10
Graham
24 Oct 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Lovely stay
Lovely stay
FAQs about Quintinha Sao Joao Hotel & Spa
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site. No reservation is required.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary buffet breakfast is included. Serving hours are not specified.
Does the property allow pets?
Pets are not allowed at the property. Service animals are exempt from this policy.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 14:00 and check-out is at 12:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and additional charges may apply.
Are airport shuttle services available?
A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge of EUR 35 per room (one-way). Guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival to arrange the transfer.
What accessibility features does the property offer?
The property features limited wheelchair accessibility, including elevators and step-free entrances. Accessible facilities are available in public areas and some guest rooms.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Funchal (Sao Pedro), within a 10-minute walk of Santa Catarina Park and Madeira Casino. It is 0.6 mi (1 km) from La Vie Shopping Center and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Santa Clara Monastery.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, the property features both an indoor and an outdoor pool, including a heated outdoor pool. Operational hours are not specified.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are welcome at the property. There is no specified minimum age for children to stay for free.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property does not specify the availability of extra beds or cribs. Guests are encouraged to contact the property in advance for any specific requests.
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Average nightly price across deals, with taxes & fees.
Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-09-21: 276.1854584369659USD
- 2026-09-22: 259.71780131263733USD
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- 2026-09-27: 250.13001510620114USD
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- 2026-10-01: 221.39906155548096USD
- 2026-10-02: 231.52295819702147USD
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- 2026-10-04: 254.52810594406125USD
- 2026-10-05: 227.49159959945678USD
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- 2026-10-08: 218.92818820571898USD
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- 2026-10-10: 223.47981359329222USD
- 2026-10-11: NO DATA
- 2026-10-12: 269.4704139484405USD
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- 2026-10-16: 269.4704139484405USD
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- 2026-10-23: 269.55621472702023USD
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- 2026-10-25: NO DATA
- 2026-10-26: 286.92886786193844USD
- 2026-10-27: 269.6859400421142USD
- 2026-10-28: 286.92886786193844USD
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- 2026-10-31: 239.03692505455015USD
- 2026-11-01: 186.65666141281127USD
- 2026-11-02: 186.65666141281127USD
- 2026-11-03: 186.65666141281127USD
- 2026-11-04: 185.86665USD
- 2026-11-05: 192.70655291595457USD
- 2026-11-06: 185.86665USD
- 2026-11-07: 199.58362274742126USD
- 2026-11-08: 173.39005084228515USD
- 2026-11-09: 199.58362274742126USD
- 2026-11-10: 186.65666141281127USD
- 2026-11-11: 185.86665USD
- 2026-11-12: 186.65666141281127USD
- 2026-11-13: 186.65666141281127USD
- 2026-11-14: 186.65666141281127USD
- 2026-11-15: 186.65666141281127USD
- 2026-11-16: 186.65666141281127USD
- 2026-11-17: 186.65666141281127USD
- 2026-11-18: 186.65666141281127USD
- 2026-11-19: 186.65666141281127USD
- 2026-11-20: 186.65666141281127USD
- 2026-11-21: 185.65630591621397USD
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- Tax ID - 514008547
- This property accepts credit cards and cash
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- Contactless check-in is available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
- Airport shuttle fee: EUR 35 per room (one-way)
- A late check-out fee will be charged
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
Parking
Airport shuttle
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Room service
Tour desk
General
Room service
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Sauna
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Steam room
Massage
Solarium
Spa & wellness centre
Body treatments
Facial treatments
Poolside bar
Picnic area/Tables
Packed lunches
Breakfast in the room
Beach Sun Loungers
Snack Bar/Deli
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Services
Tour desk
Dry cleaning
Babysitting/Child services
Housekeeping
Banquet facilities
Safe-deposit box
Bicycle rental
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Self laundry
24-Hour Front Desk
Concierge Services
Lockers Available
Activities
Swimming pool
Garden
Scuba diving
Cycling
Billiards
Fishing
Horse riding
Canoeing
Hiking
Pool indoor
Pool outdoor
Outdoor heated pool
Live music
Bicycle Tour Information
Evening Entertainment
Pool (Indoor)
Outdoor Furniture
Pool (Rooftop)
Pool (Seasonal Outdoor)
Table Tennis
Terrace
Fitness Center (nearby)
Parking
Parking
Airport shuttle
Free parking
Area Shuttle (free)
Parking (Limited)
Parking Onsite
Internet
Free wi-fi