GuestHouse Vila Lusitania

Vila Lusitania is a very interesting place to stay. Unlike any other we have been to, so far. I would describe it as a mixture between a small hotel, and a hostel. We were a family of three, we got a studio room with four beds, a bathroom and a kitchen area with a fridge, a sink, plates, cups and the lot. The room was spacious and nice. However, since we were on the ground floor, and not on the first floor, we didn’t have our own balcony, but instead a terrace, where people walked past at night. So it was a bit noisy. For me, it wasn’t a problem because I sleep really well, but my mom didn’t like it. There are younger people staying there, hiking groups, and when they come back from the town after having drinks there at night, well, it can be a bit loud. Also, the hotel is located on a hillside. The views from the breakfast area and the terraces are amazing! You sit there and see the ocean. Also from the little salt water pool you see the ocean. It’s really beautiful! But, you need to walk up there every afternoon or evening when coming back from trips. It took about ten minutes. This was a bit exhausting. We are all strong walkers so it was not too bad. Alternatively you can take a taxi, there are taxis at the bus stop on the main road, the taxi would only take three minutes or so. We always walked. It’s good for your health, anyway. Staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful, and breakfast was very nice. Not a huge choice, but very good, super delicious fresh fruit juices and very good scrambled eggs! Overall, I can absolutely recommend the place, but as I said, it’s a bit special and not suitable for everyone. A big thanks to Vila Lusitania for giving us a very nice holiday experience!

We had good time at the Vila! The location is not too far from funchal city center and if you need there somes bus that lead you there for few euro.The staff was friendly and helpfull.When I read somes past review I think some are super unfair and irrevelant. The comfort was there and the staff in our case was not rude at all.They were helpfull while we asked info regarding some hike like sao lorenzo. The pool was perfect and seem bigger in real life then in the picture. The only little thing its the breakfast is manage by the staff since the covid but we were aware of it. It was good btw. There no service full time there as the reception closed I think at 17h00 but if you contact them before they will be able to help you with the check in and all. Muito Obrigado!

First off we were pleasantly surprised with this hotel and its amazing surroundings. The staff were very pleasant and the accommodations were decent, but a little dated. The bed could have been a little softer and there was no air conditioning in the room, which made it hard to get a good night sleep. I highly recommended booking a room with a view, which is really spectacular!

A fantastic stay, lovely modern rooms peaceful and the staff were all lovely. Pedro was especially accommodating. The breakfast was also divine. This a special find and a perfect place to stay in sunny Madiera. Only a short walk from Estrada monumental and Funchal, in my opinion this is an ideal holiday spot for all

Clean, tidy and convenient hotel. Great price. 2 of us stayed for 3 nights while exploring the island. Good bathrooms and shower facilities. Room had everything we needed. Sufficient breakfast with plenty of options. Very friendly staff. Would happily stay again. Easy street parking close by. 10 minutes walk into the marina.

DO NOT VISIT THIS PALCE! AGGRESSIVE HOST! We came here with my girlfriend to check in to our twin room with double bed. I had done a mistake and without noticing only booked this place for one guest. The host, a 40-50 year old man started to ask us to pay 50 additional euros directly to him, only for my girlfriend to be able to sleep with me. I tried to explain that in addition to this place being a twin room with a double bed where we both should fit, the price for 2 guests for this room in airbnb app was excactly the same as the price for one person. The host, who seemed to be annoyed at me for trying to explain that the price should be the same according to their listing, become very aggressive. He asked me to ”stop chewing that fuc*ing gum” and tried to push my arm away from the desk (literally, aggressively pushed my arm). I said that I would have to call the police if he touched me again, so he replied ”I will call police, you’ll se what portugese police says” and called police.