Don't be discouraged by the less than perfect situation. The hotel is about a mile out of downtown Funchal but the hotel provideds a free, luxury coach service throughout the day in each direction, and taxis on Madeira are inexpensive, efficient, and very clean. The hotel iteslf is a model of efficient but un-noticeable management, and this has been its... more

We thououghly enjoyed our week at Quinta da Bella Vista. The room was very comfortable with a lovely view from our balcony where we could sit to sip our evening drinks. The food was excellent and the half-board arrangement seemed very good value. All the staff were extremely helpful and took a great deal of trouble to make us comfortable.... more

We have visited Quinta da Bela Vista for many years and it just gets better and better. The hotel has some of the most friendly and willing staff and management in Madeira, as they are always making sure you have an enjoyable stay. The views over Funchal from the hotel grounds, particularly near the swimming pool, are exceptional and a... more

a very nice and unique hotel perfectly situated above Funchal which can be reached with shuttle service within a short period of time. The service of the hotel is excellent, very friendly and the kitchen offered a perfect dinner which always met our expectations. A hotel which I can really recommend. Dr. Gloning more

My husband is disabled and the staff really put themselves out to help us, particularly the receptionists and the temporary bus driver. The steps to the front of the hotel are quite steep without any rails and not easy for anyone with walking problems but the receptionists came out to help us. The gardens are beautiful but the paths are... more

We stayed at this hotel for one week. Service is the best we have received in any hotel we have stayed. They made our stay great. No noise at all, so calm at the swimming pool, what a view of the city... more

Ideal out of town location away from the madding crowd of Funchal. It has wonderful views of the sea and mountains and especially of Funchal at night. Impeccable service and attention to detail. Management open to constructive suggestions. A la carte, table d'hote and bar menues were excellent but a bit expensive more

This was a terrifically lucky find, splendid small period hotel with rooms with great views of the harbour and cruise ships, an excellent location a short walk from the town and in the Old part of town, much better than the mega hotel quarter on the other side of the harbour. Great staff, lovely gardens, classy foyer and public areas... more

We loved this hotel. The location being a mile or so out of the centre of Funchal suited us as it was so peaceful with very little traffic noise. We didn't hire a car but used the hotel's courtesy bus service into and out of Funchal (though this didn't run on Saturday afternoon or Sundays) and also made the most... more