Quintinha São João Hotel & Spa

Good Service and Good breakfast.

It’s hard to know where to start as everything and everyone about this special place deserves a mention. It is without doubt the best place we have stayed in. The hotel is in a great location, beautifully thought out and decorated with traditional art and antiques. Outside you will find stunning, well maintained gardens and grounds with an astounding array of plants of Madeira along with a lovely peaceful pool area with amazing views. There is a steepish hill walk down into Funchal centre (and of course back uphill on the way back!) which takes around 15 minutes but there is also a courtesy bus that runs twice a day. The rooms are super comfortable and very spacious, with a large bathroom and lots of space for belongings. Breakfast is excellent with a fabulous choice of fruit, breads, cereals, meats and cheeses, plus you can order from the kitchen if you want hot food, which is made to order. I would highly recommend dining in the hotel restaurant, A Morgadinha, as the food is delicious and provided us with the best meals we had during our stay in Funchal. The food is beautiful (try the rack of lamb, it is amazing!). The service is impeccable - the staff are friendly, courteous and professional with a personal touch. All the staff are wonderful - from reception staff, bar staff, restaurant staff and housekeeping, all took pride in their roles and gave exceptional service which made our stay extra special. Thank you to Felipe, Antonio, Bernardo and Marco (your wine knowledge is fascinating), and anyone else I may have forgotten. I would say that even though this hotel is indeed a beautiful place to stay, what really makes it extra special is the little personal touches and the obvious pride all the staff (and the manager!) take in making your experience the best it can be. We genuinely miss being there and hope to return as soon as we can. Thank you for making our holiday so special.

We have been to Funchal 4 times and this is the first time in this hotel. Firstly I have to compliment the staff who were the friendliest we have ever experienced in a hotel. Lots of help and advice in the hotel on where to go and how to get there in Maderia. Spa was good although you do have to book. Room was lovely with great views of the sea and mountains. It's well located near to the centre, about 15 minutes walk. Breakfast was really good quality with a great selection. We ate in the hotel once which was good and they do cater for vegetarians. Thank you all at the hotel for a great and very relaxing week.

A gem of a hotel in Funchal. Don't stay anywhere else if you love professional friendly staff, lovely rooms , fab spa and exceptional breakfast. I loved our stay here it was perfect . We had a balcony with views over the garden and would recommend. If it should rain just visit the indoor pool which also has great views.

The Quintinha Sao João is a very special property. Situated close to Funchal's vibrant centre, it is set in a couple of acres of carefully tended gardens and offers discriminating guests everything to ensure a perfect stay. Common parts throughout the hotel are all spacious, flooded with natural light, impeccably maintained, and charmingly furnished. Guest rooms are large, well decorated and extremely comfortable. The double beds are vast and extremely comfortable too. Balconies are generously sized and offer pleasant views. The hotel has an excellent, comfortable and well stocked bar The Vasco de Gama, which opens daily from 11.00am and also serves light meals though to 6.30pm This opens onto a charming and large terrace which is full of flowers and is shaded by ancient trees. The bar manager, Antonio, and his skillful team ensure that time spent here is a relaxing pleasure. The hotel's restaurant A Morgadinha has a large and dedicated following amongst Funchal's affluent business community and offers a unique and varied selection of Portuguese and European dishes daily. Open from 7.00pm daily, there is also a regular choice of Goan curries on offer. Guests are always recommended to reserve their tables here, so as to avoid disappointment. Other facilities include a games room, and well equipped gym, a vast underground car park for guests and diners, a world class spa for those wanting to be pampered, and a shuttle bus service, although Funchal's prime shopping area is just a 15 minute walk away. There are two swimming pools as well. Standards of service throughout the hotel are truly exceptional, and every staff member will go out of their way to ensure each guest's stay is both memorable and perfect.

We have stayed at the Quintinha Sao João hotel on numerous occasions. And it is always a pleasure to return. The staff are extremely attentive to your needs and any specific requirements that you want. The hotel is impeccably clean and beautifully appointed, and the garden is a delight at all times of year. We chose to eat at the hotel, and the menu is suitable for all tastes and dietary requirements. The food is really top quality, as is the comprehensive wine list. It is definitely a five star ✨ hotel in my book.