Is parking available at the property?

Self parking is available on-site for a fee of EUR 7 per day. Valet parking is also offered. Reservations are not required.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Does the property allow pets?

Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of EUR 25 per pet, per night. A pet deposit of EUR 100 per stay is also required. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM. Early check-in and late check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property features limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas. However, specific details about accessible rooms and facilities are not provided.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located on the beach in Funchal, within a 10-minute drive of Funchal Marina and Funchal Farmers Market. It is 0.1 mi from Formosa Beach and 4.7 mi from Madeira Botanical Garden. The nearest shopping center is Centro Comercial Forum Madeira, just 0.4 km away.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, the hotel features both an outdoor and an indoor swimming pool. The outdoor pool is seasonal, and the operational hours are not specified.

What are the hotel’s policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property. However, specific age restrictions for free stays are not mentioned.

Golden Residence Hotel in Funchal, Portugal

Average nightly price at Golden Residence Hotel by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$126
February	US$138
March	US$151
April	US$1,052
May	US$182
June	US$171
July	US$168
August	US$197
September	US$205
October	US$211
November	US$173
December	US$202

What guests think

Across recent reviews, guests describe Golden Residence Hotel as clean and relaxing with spacious rooms, friendly staff, sweeping ocean views, and a handy location by bus stops and Forum Madeira, making it convenient yet quieter than central Funchal.

Breakfast draws frequent praise for variety and quality, while dinner opinions are mixed and the breakfast start time feels late for early excursions. Common drawbacks include intermittent air conditioning outages, occasional noise from nearby construction or entertainment, some firm beds, and a tight, paid garage, with the complex multi building layout confusing for a few. Overall, it suits travelers seeking a relaxed coastal base.

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Facilities

Facilities include indoor and outdoor pools and a bar; parking is mainly via a tight, paid garage, and the multi building layout can feel confusing at first.

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Rui

10 Jan 2022

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Stayed 4 nights

Muito bem localizado é um bom value for money na zona da Ajuda. Pena a piscina demasiado pequena.

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Donald Frank

16 Sept 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The room was well appointed and clean. While it was difficult becoming accustomed to the European electrical system within the rooms, we were able to educate ourselves within a short period of time. The hotel was very clean, the staff was very accommodating and the meals were very good. The parking was a bit difficult as the garage was tight but we managed. Overall, would recommend the hotel to others.

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Hans Peter

27 Jun 2023

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Stayed 14 nights

Außer der gebührenpflichtigen Tiefgarage hat das Hotel keinen Parkplatz und die Parkmöglichkeiten sind dünn gesät.

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Irene

1 Apr 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Das Hotel ist wunderbar. Wir hatten ein Zimmer mit Meerblick und genossen den Balkon mit Sicht auf den Formosastrand und die Klippen. Man kann schöne Spaziergänge machen. Die Massage war super(günstig), der Service tiptop.

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Beatrice

17 Mar 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Guter Ausgangspunkt für jeglicher Unternehmungen, etwas am Stadtrand also auch relativ ruhig, Parkhaus, Bushaltestelle vor der Tür. Würden das Hotel jederzeit wieder buchen.

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David

5 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Resort was great and location was beautiful. The indoor pool area had a very strong aroma of chlorine and was poorly ventilated. As a result of spending only 15 minutes there, I had a terrible reaction causing strong cold symptoms (sneezing, running nose, etc) that lasted 3-4 days afterward. Not fun to deal with for the remainder of my vacation!

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Janine

19 Jan 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Check -In was long. Didn't get the ocean view I booked because I had a dog. Hotel is a mix of apartment tenants and visitors between 3 different buildings. I had to stay in Building A and park in Building B. Had a maze to get from building A to B. Elevator did not go garage. Very tiring.

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Thomas

23 Jan 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Gute Lage. Hotel hat viel zu bieten. Allerdings etwas unübersichtlich. Aber nach ein paar Tagen hat man den Dreh raus. Immer wieder gerne

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William

10 Nov 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Très beau séjour, accueil chaleureux du personnel, les chambres sont spacieuses et agréables, le restaurant est très bon. La piscine extérieure était un peu froide et la piscine intérieur n'était pas accessible pour les enfants après 17h... Hormis cela très bon séjour 👍

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jean-françois

10 Mar 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

bus just at the door of this hotel. large room with space. indoor and outdoor pool. breakfest perfect just starting a little bit late. Recommend to start more around 6h30-7h00

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Cleanliness

Reviews consistently highlight very clean rooms and well kept spaces with thorough housekeeping. A few maintenance issues appeared, such as a leaking shower and a broken bathroom door.

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Vera Ann

12 Mar 2023

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Stayed 7 nights

It was spacious, on good bus routes into town, friendly staff, clean, nice sea view. A little building noise from across the road but not too disruptive.

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Donald Frank

16 Sept 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The room was well appointed and clean. While it was difficult becoming accustomed to the European electrical system within the rooms, we were able to educate ourselves within a short period of time. The hotel was very clean, the staff was very accommodating and the meals were very good. The parking was a bit difficult as the garage was tight but we managed. Overall, would recommend the hotel to others.

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Janet

12 Jan 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Property was clean, well kept.

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ramesh

20 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice hotel we had garden view which was great hotel was spotless and breakfast was wonderful would definitely stay again if in the area

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Barbara

21 Dec 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Very clean, good sized room, beds comfortable, good selection of foods for breakfast, staff all friendly. Bus stops outside of hotel.

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Ana Cristina

28 Feb 2026

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Stayed 4 nights

Quarto grande, limpo com roupas de cama e banho cheirosas. Equipe muito gentil

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Diana

4 Jan 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Positiv: Sehr große Zimmer und ausreichend Platz im Badezimmer. Lage ist top, man erreicht schnell den Strand sowie Einkaufsmöglichkeiten und die Strandpromenade. Negativ: Personal teilweise nicht sehr freundlich und nicht besonders aufmerksam- Ausnahmen gibt es natürlich immer. Saunabereich ist nicht nutzbar - der Bereich ist nicht abgetrennt so dass auch Kinder und Jugendliche hineingelaufen sind. Teilweise wurde die Sauna auch mit Badesachen genutzt. Liegen am Pool sehr minderwertig und teilweise kaputt. Unser Badezimmer: Brauseschlauch hat in alle Richtungen gespritzt und war undicht sowie auch die Duschwanne. Frühstücksraum: nichts für Menschen, die gerne ruhig und gelassen in den Tag starten. Das Buffet ist angemessen aber die Gänge sind zu klein, das reinste Gedränge, es ist viel zu laut und teilweise bilden sich lange Schlagen.

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Nelita

25 Aug 2024

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Stayed 15 nights

Enjoyed my stay, friendly staff, room very clean they would come every day, Good food lots to choose from. Cocktail amazing at reasonable prices. Good location. Parking available at the hotel at a charge, but also possible to park around the hotel. Would recommend

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Dorothy

30 Jan 2025

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Stayed 11 nights

The whole exclusive was above and beyond my expectations. The staff was extrodinary, friendly and attentive. The whole environment was exceptional in every way. The setting was beautiful the room clean and the pools clear and inviting.

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Mark

3 Mar 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

Overall very good, but disappointed we were knowingly put in a room where you couldn't close the bathroom door as it was broken.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally spacious with balconies and impressive sea views, though some are dark or face less appealing aspects. Comfort varies due to firm beds, occasional noise, and reported air conditioning outages in parts of the property.

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Ceara

24 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient for the Forum shopping centre. Good views over Praia Formosa. Room was very dark.

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Stephen

29 Aug 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

The position the hotel so close to the spectacular coastline was great. We were in Block B on the sixth floor in a sea view apartment. It was really spacious and very clean and modern. Watch the sun go down was amazing. Breakfast was varied and plentiful. Bring on holiday a 10 am slot was perfect for us. The pool was clean and never too busy and we could always get the beds we needed. Local restaurants were great and cocktails at the end of the night in the hotel bar were a great way to relax. The staff were really friendly and helpful both at breakfast and reception. It’s a good 40 min walk into Funchal centre which we found no problem as the views were fab. The regular buses - right outside the hotel were frequent and only a couple of euros. The aero bus was only 5 euros and a lot cheaper than getting a cab. Also just outside hotel. I would highly recommend the Golden residence.

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Dylan

11 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

the listing said it was a Mountain View but the view was of a wall.

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Yin Fong

8 Apr 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

Everything is good, staffs are helpful. My 1st room was at the top floor (sea view)and you can felt the heat like the sauna room but they gave me a small fan for my 1st night because they said they are still fixing their air conditioning. I couldn't sleep that night even though the balcony door and wundows were opened. My room just facing the main road and the traffic woke me up at 5am. They agreed to change a room for me which facing another side (partial sea view). I don't like the old lady receptionist said that the others who stsyed at the top floor like me have no complaint at all. It showed that i sm the only one who complaint to them. Excuse me, I am not them, I paid for my entitlement,your hotel clearly stated that with air conditioning and that'swhy i paid more for this. No air conditioning with 26*and sorry i can not sleep with this heat! She was "trying" to be nice to me but i can felt her " rudeness".I asked her where's how to go to the beach and she just said "go up there and turn left and you'll see"but my family and I had been walked for 15 mins still cant find the beach and i have to use my google maps to help (a small narrow way which you will not notice). But other staffs were very nice and friedly. The hotel is provided breakfast and i have read many reviews said their breakfast is nice,yes but almost every day are the same. I like this hotel a lot but I wont stay during the summer holidays until they have fix their air conditioning.

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Gary

3 Jun 2023

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Stayed 10 nights

This place would be five stars, but had a couple of issues that knocked it down to four. The 11 days we were there the room air conditioner was not working. It was never mentioned at check in, but we were told about it after asking questions about how the AC works. The other issue is noise. With no A/C you have to leave the window open. There was a lot of construction noise from various properties that are being built around it. There was also a lot of noise from dogs barking in the building next door to the Golden Residence. Other than that, this would be a good place to stay.

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Gene

12 Apr 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Excellent property for a family vacation. Great location, clean, large rooms with a great view

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Richard

16 May 2023

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Stayed 8 nights

The air conditionning system was out of order for the whole A block. It was hot in our room. The staff provided us two fans. Elevators are slow. Breakfeast buffet is excellent. Staff is smiling.

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Lúcia

7 Nov 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

No geral foi uma estadia agradável. O espaço é muito agradável e a limpeza excepcional. O mais decepcionante foi, sem dúvida, a falta de conforto nas camas, tanto a nível de colchões, como de almofadas.

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Rhea

26 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel was beautiful and food was great. Bartender didn't know how to make drinks and beds were very uncomfortable

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Amanda

26 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice staff. Lovely room. Excellent view from my balcony.

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Service

Service is widely described as friendly, caring, and professional, with standout help during guest emergencies. Some noted slower check in or less proactive reception, and isolated bar service issues.

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Sutheshan

6 Jun 2023

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Stayed 7 nights

We enjoyed staying at golden residence. Location was great, breakfast bar with lots of different options available, housekeeping was excellent. Although recenption staff were friendly they wouldn’t provide any information unless you ask them and I think hotel is missing some kids entertainment when we had heavy rainy days.

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Rory

27 Nov 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

The staff were so kind and friendly. It was such a warm and welcoming hotel. The rooms were lovely and the location is beautiful. I definitely want to come back again!

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Yevgenia

28 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Amenities were good, staff was nice.

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Laureen

15 Nov 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

I’d like to thank the staff for making accommodations easier for my husband when he had an emergency surgery done on Madeira.

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Alan

18 Feb 2025

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Stayed 14 nights

The staff were first class, a special thank you to Liiiana in the restaurant who was always helpful and charming

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Teresa Maria

13 Aug 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

This was a reservation I’ve done for my parents and I heard nothing but good comments from them. Unfortunately, my father had an health issue during the stay and the staff was excellent. Called the doctor to come, ask all the time if my mother needed anything from their side. They were truly great on the support and for that I’m really appreciated. For the hotel, great spot, beautiful surroundings, quiet, clean, a very good breakfast ! For sure a name to save and a stay to repeat !

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Lilibeth

3 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

They need to have welcome drink. Coz we have a delay flight and transport, when we got to hotel were late and Like needing water to drink.

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Janine

19 Jan 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Check -In was long. Didn't get the ocean view I booked because I had a dog. Hotel is a mix of apartment tenants and visitors between 3 different buildings. I had to stay in Building A and park in Building B. Had a maze to get from building A to B. Elevator did not go garage. Very tiring.

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Rhea

26 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel was beautiful and food was great. Bartender didn't know how to make drinks and beds were very uncomfortable

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MARY

9 Nov 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

Beautiful hotel. Perfectly situated. Excellent food and amenities. Fantastic staff.

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Location

Scenic seaside setting near Forum Madeira and restaurants, with municipal buses stopping right outside. Reaching central Funchal usually involves a bus ride or a longer walk.

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Gregor

6 Apr 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Sauber, gute Lage

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Vera Ann

12 Mar 2023

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Stayed 7 nights

It was spacious, on good bus routes into town, friendly staff, clean, nice sea view. A little building noise from across the road but not too disruptive.

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patricia

8 Jul 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

We hadden een geweldig verblijf in golden residence hotel Prachtige ligging aan zee met zicht op de bergen Onze kamer had zicht op het zwembad en op de zee. Het hotel ligt niet ver van het centrum en de bussen stoppen Voor de deur. Het is op wandelafstand van forum madeira, supermarkt en eetgelegenheden. Het personeel is vriendelijk maar mocht van mij net iets enthousiaster zijn. Op vakantie hou ik wel van wat extra enthousiasme

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Ceara

24 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient for the Forum shopping centre. Good views over Praia Formosa. Room was very dark.

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Stephen

29 Aug 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

The position the hotel so close to the spectacular coastline was great. We were in Block B on the sixth floor in a sea view apartment. It was really spacious and very clean and modern. Watch the sun go down was amazing. Breakfast was varied and plentiful. Bring on holiday a 10 am slot was perfect for us. The pool was clean and never too busy and we could always get the beds we needed. Local restaurants were great and cocktails at the end of the night in the hotel bar were a great way to relax. The staff were really friendly and helpful both at breakfast and reception. It’s a good 40 min walk into Funchal centre which we found no problem as the views were fab. The regular buses - right outside the hotel were frequent and only a couple of euros. The aero bus was only 5 euros and a lot cheaper than getting a cab. Also just outside hotel. I would highly recommend the Golden residence.

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JESSICA

30 Jan 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I loved it! I had a sea view and as expected the sunset was amazing from any angle of the hotel. I enjoyed the breakfast served here. The front desk staff were very professional & helpful. The location it's conveniently (15-minutes away from Funchal) if you decide not to rent a car since public transportation is reliable in the area, literally there is a bus stop right in front of the hotel.... Well recommended.

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Alvisio

6 Sept 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Location was excellent.

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Gene

12 Apr 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Excellent property for a family vacation. Great location, clean, large rooms with a great view

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Yolaine

24 Jan 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Super mais loin de tout.

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Philippe

23 Jun 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

Proche de la ville avec bus municipal à la porte l’hôtel.

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Dining

Breakfast is frequently praised for variety and quality, though some found it average or starting too late for early tours. Dinner feedback is mixed, with some enjoying it and others finding the evening buffet overpriced or mediocre when arriving late.

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Oliver

23 Apr 2023

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Stayed 13 nights

Positive: Spacious room, comfortable bed, relatively clean, nice pool and garden (towels were provided free of charge), good internet connection. Bus line 2 to the city center stops right in front of the hotel. Day tickets for all buses in Funchal can be bought at the reception for 5 euros each (walking time to the city center is about 45 minutes). Negative: It would be nice if the breakfast room opened before 7:30 a.m., because most guided tours start at 8:00 a.m., so we never had enough time for breakfast. Also, the atmosphere in the breakfast room was very bad at times (people were acting like animals on the hunt, it was very noisy). There is a gym but it needs better maintenance or even new equipment.

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Donald Frank

16 Sept 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The room was well appointed and clean. While it was difficult becoming accustomed to the European electrical system within the rooms, we were able to educate ourselves within a short period of time. The hotel was very clean, the staff was very accommodating and the meals were very good. The parking was a bit difficult as the garage was tight but we managed. Overall, would recommend the hotel to others.

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ramesh

20 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice hotel we had garden view which was great hotel was spotless and breakfast was wonderful would definitely stay again if in the area

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Barbara

21 Dec 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Very clean, good sized room, beds comfortable, good selection of foods for breakfast, staff all friendly. Bus stops outside of hotel.

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Nelita

25 Aug 2024

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Stayed 15 nights

Enjoyed my stay, friendly staff, room very clean they would come every day, Good food lots to choose from. Cocktail amazing at reasonable prices. Good location. Parking available at the hotel at a charge, but also possible to park around the hotel. Would recommend

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Norbert

16 Dec 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Sehr sauber, sehr freundlich, sehr vielfältiges abwechslungsreiches Buffet.

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eduardo

26 May 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

Great restaurants near by. Great breakfast everyday. Dinner at the restaurant was overpriced and mediocre but breakfast was good.

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David

9 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Très bon séjour, repas du soir très bon mais le petit déjeuner est moyen. Sinon tout était très bien

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William

10 Nov 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Très beau séjour, accueil chaleureux du personnel, les chambres sont spacieuses et agréables, le restaurant est très bon. La piscine extérieure était un peu froide et la piscine intérieur n'était pas accessible pour les enfants après 17h... Hormis cela très bon séjour 👍

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Eva Maria

30 Jun 2024

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Stayed 10 nights

Tolle Lage, ruhig aber auch schnell im Zentrum von Funchal, Traumhafter Meerblick, ruhiges und sauberes Hotel, es fehlt an nichts am Frühstücksbuffet, Personal ist sehr freundlich hilfsbereit, wir hatten nur Frühstück gebucht, es war aber kein Problem spontan für Abends das Essen zu buchen, BBQ Abend ist sehr empfehlenswert!

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				1 $190	2 $197	3 $206
4 $197	5 $198	6 $187	7 $187	8 $145	9 $158	10 $159
11 $150	12 $145	13 $324	14 $150	15 $161	16 $163	17 $175
18 $159	19 $170	20 $153	21 $145	22 $150	23 $150	24 $179
25 $196	26 $175	27 $155	28 $156	29 $145	30 $145	31 $145

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