We got this hotel as a part of a last minute offer, so it was my own fault. This hotel looks like a prison from the outside and the inside has not been cared for since the 1960's. Personnel in reception were very nice, but that's just not enough. Smell of mold, no aircon, stuffy, dark and depressing. After the... More

Spent 14 days here in february 2012 and was quite happy with the hotel overall. The prices at this hotel are exceptionaly reasonable, particularly if you book direct. The hotel overall is quite old and the decor tired, but there are no issues with cleanliness or staff helpfulness - in a nutshell if you are happy with the standards you... More

I have just returned from my third stay at this hotel- it may not look as up to date and modern as other hotels on the island- but what it is lacking in looks - is made up by the fabulous welcome- friendly and helpful staff- excellent food and very clean rooms. The view from the balcony was stunning- the... More

We spent 7 days at Gorgulho in February 2012. Yes it is a bit tired now and our room 806 was a bit cramped, but we had a 270 degree view from our balcony, the room was in fair decorative order and the bathroom had been upgraded, but needs a new shower head. The Hotel was spotlessly clean and our... More

This was a standard 3 star hotel which is what I paid for but the service, value and location made it a nice stay. An excellent room exactly as per my request - high floor, sea view, double bed, which I thought was great service. Location is fine, part of the hotel district of Funchal, with plenty of local services... More

Having read the reviews, where a bit apprehensive with regard to this Hotel but I found it to be clean, accomodation basic but adequate for the purpose and value for money. A good base for seeing the area. We had a large clean room and the towels where changed every day, meals where fresh and well presented. The staff where... More

For a three star hotel the Gorgulho provides good value for money, clean rooms and polite and friendly staff. Having booked this online i was sceptical about the quality of the hotel especially after reading previous reviews. However, I can only assume other reviewers had 4-5 star expectation when they visited. Yes the hotel is dated and the bath room... More

The hotel was nothing like the website photographs. The room was dull and unwelcoming. The bedding looked like army blankets and the sheets/pillow smelt sicky. The wall had mould going along the bottom, the bath enamel was off the bath and the bath slip mat was mouldy. When using the wash basin, the floor would be flooded due to a... More

booked a Christmas trip with Mercury Direct and were promised a 3 star hotel. whilst we loved the island we were more than disappointed with the hotel. The lobby area and managers office is absolutely immaculate and looks inviting. The hallways and lift area were shabby and neglected. Infact, from the outside of the building you can tell that this... More