QUINTINHA SAO JOAO

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Built within the grounds of an historic "Quinta" of Funchal, Quintinha de Sao Joao resurrects perfectly the magic of the old Madeiran residences. There are 42 spacious rooms in total, all equipped with the most up-to-date facilities with splendid views over the gardens. Bar, restaurant, heated outdoor and indoor swimming pools and full Spa are included facilities. The careful attention to detail and the excellent personal service brings to life our motto "Home from Home."

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Property amenities

Free parking

Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)

Pool

Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room

Bar / lounge

Airport transportation

Fax / photocopying

Spa

Parking

Free internet

Wifi

Public wifi

Internet

Rooftop pool

Indoor pool

Outdoor pool

Heated pool

Sauna

Restaurant

Breakfast buffet

Poolside bar

Shuttle bus service

Couples massage

Facial treatments

Foot massage

Full body massage

Hammam

Hand massage

Manicure

Neck massage

Pedicure

Concierge

Non-smoking hotel

Dry cleaning

Laundry service

Room features

Air conditioning

Private balcony

Room service

Safe

Minibar

Refrigerator

Flatscreen TV

Room types

Non-smoking rooms

Suites

Family rooms

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Residential Neighbourhood

Charming

Location

Full view

84Good for walkers

34Restaurantswithin 0.5 km

12Attractionswithin 0.5 km

Contact

Rua da Levada de Sao Joao, 4, Funchal, Madeira 9000-191 Portugal

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Madeira Airport14 kmSee all flights

Porto Santo Airport71 kmSee all flights

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Nearby attractions

Parque de Santa Catarina

Madeira Island Ultra Trail

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3 minHiking Trails

Sao Joao do Pico Fortress

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1,364Reviews40Q+A100Room tips

Appalling experience with zero customer service.......

Visited this 5 star hotel with my wife . Requested in advance a room with separate shower and agreed to pay supplement to get one . All originally went well , seemingly good room with shower as requested, food good , other than this however things started to deteriorate somewhat. Room on closer inspection was dark with no sun, what we didn't realise however was that things about to get much worse. Day 2 of our 5 day stay started with hammering and drilling in basement below our room [bed]. Hammering reached a peak on day 2 with mechanical hammering finishing off the day . Was expecting management to approach us to explain what was going on...but nothing ...so on day 3 of construction work , asked for explanation from staff... but nothing ! Asked to speak to management but nothing . On day of leaving met hotel manager who said he was the owner and didn't see much wrong other than to explain the work was unscheduled and " had to be done". Well that's ok then !!!!! A 100% Fawlty Towers experience ...with Basil in charge ..p.s. its also in a horrid location ...take no notice whatsoever of the hotels publicity pictures …

Date of stay: November 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple

Great- everything was just what the reviews highlight.

What a splendid small, personal hotel. Attractive building and grounds, professional well trained staff, who are friendly and pleasant with it. The restaurant and food were of a very high standard. It is clear why so many reviewers return year after year. Just a very well run and presented establishment. Made for a very restful and enjoyable holiday.

Date of stay: November 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple

Dear 19PeterL, You are most welcome! How lovely it is to read that you had a restful and enjoyable holiday at the Quintinha?! It has been our pleasure to have been of service to you and we are delighted with your comments highlighting our staff and restaurant. We hope that we will be able to add you to our guests that return year after year, and look forward immensely to your next visit. Kind regards Yours sincerely André Barreto General Manager

A fantastic, friendly hotel

We stayed for 11 nights at this fantastic hotel. The staff were very welcoming and nothing was too much trouble and we were made to feel welcome from the minute we arrived. We enjoyed our breakfasts which were a buffet plus cooked options, we chose to eat dinner on 4 nights when an á la cart plus menu of the day was offered and we enjoyed each of those meals too. Our room was lovely, having a sofa with TV area as well as a balcony, it wasn’t very sunny however as the rooms would have got hot in the sun that was actually a good thing. We asked for a kettle and were provided with one. Our room was not near the road and we could sit outside without noticing road noise. We enjoyed the ‘Poncha lesson’ and ‘Madeira Wine Tasting’ as well as the ‘Managers Drinks’, so there was an activity most evenings plus some daily spa offers. There is also a nice selection of cocktails to try with a daily happy hour. We thought that the hotel was kept exceptionally clean and tidy and the gardens were a nice haven. Although it’s a 15 minute walk into town there is a courtesy bus and taxis are 6-8 euros depending on distance and time of day. The thing that we liked most was the staff who really made our stay, the reception, restaurant and bar staff were all friendly and efficient. We will definitely stay again.…

Date of stay: November 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple

Dear jessrI612IO, Thank you for your wonderful comments and thank you for sharing your impressions of the Quintinha de São João on TripAdvisor. You truly were (and always will be!) welcome from the minute you arrive and beyond. It certainly seems that you enjoyed our hotel to the maximum and I am delighted by your observations - especially regarding the thing you liked the most... our staff! We look forward immensely to welcoming you back on your next visit to Madeira. Kind regards Yours sincerely André Barreto General Manager

Very nice hotel on noisy main road

The hotel is extremely nice, traditionally furnished, comfortable and with helpful and friendly staff. It is about a 15 minute walk to the centre of Funchal and there is a free shuttle bus from the hotel at set times each day, but not on Sundays and not in the evenings. A taxi from the centre is about 5/6 euros, but this can add up if you use them regularly. For us the real downside, the thing which would stop us staying there again, is that the hotel is right on a main road, and the traffic noise is very loud, particularly in the wing of the hotel closest to the road. This means that if you sit on your balcony to enjoy the sun, it is a far from peaceful experience. I would suggest asking for a room in the wing overlooking the garden if you mind traffic noise. The hotel has a pretty garden, but for much of the day it is in shadow as the neighbouring building is a tall, modern hotel. We paid an upgrade to stay in a suite, and were surprised that the bed was only 5 foot wide - not what I had expected. However, it was very comfortable. Internally the hotel is lovely, and I cannot fault anything about it, but if you mind road noise, think very carefully about staying here.…

Date of stay: November 2019

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Dear travelfamily2014, We would like to thank you for submitting your comments regarding your recent stay at the Quintinha de São João. We are glad that you enjoyed our helpful and friendly staff and felt comfortable. We are situated in a residential area which is still part of the busy city of Funchal, We are sorry that you experienced some discomfort with the traffic noise. Unfortunately, in the month of November, the sun is lower and there is more shade that during the rest of the year. We would love to change your mind about staying with us again and sincerely hope that you will visit on a future occasion. Kind regards Yours sincerely André Barreto General Manager

Fun & Charm in Funchal

Quality, quiet, refined small hotel with friendly, helpful staff & good facilities & bedrooms. Good value for 5 star. Nice garden & pools, good restaurant & happy hour bar with live piano. Food is varied & tasty & adequate portions, but includes little potato & fresh vegetables. Restaurant staff helpful but sometimes slow serving & make order mistakes. Good underground free car park, but hotel quite difficult to find by car. Easy 15 minute hill walk to city centre. We would return.

Date of stay: November 2019

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Room Tip: Garden view rooms are lovely but get little sun as north facing.

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Dear David C, Your excellent feedback is much appreciated and we are simply delighted that you have had such a good holiday - so much so that you would return. We are sorry that you found the hotel difficult to find by car... Obviously you now know the way but we are always pleased to submit directions to those who require them, to lead you in from the airport. Google have a more complicated method/route. We thank you for all your observations of which we have taken note and look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards Yours sincerely André Bareto General Manager

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Is there a dress code for the Christmas Gala Dinner?

The official dress code is "Smart Casual" but our guests do tend to dress up as it is such a special occasion. We look forward to having you with us over the festive season! Kind regards André Barreto General Manager

Do you have tea and coffee making facilities in the room?

Good morning from sunny Funchal! It is not standard procedure to have coffee and tea making facilities in our rooms (with the exception of the suites) but, if you would like to send me an email with your booking details, we will certainly do our best! We look forward to welcoming you to the Quintinha de SaoJoao soon. Kindest regards Rosie Guest Relations

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Is the WiFi. In bedrooms or just the public rooms please? I’m booked from 20th dec to 11th jan. thanks

Thank you for your query. We are pleased to inform you that we have free WiFi throughout the hotel... including the bedrooms. We are looking forward to welcoming you to the Quintinha on the 20th December! Kindest regards Rosie Borges Guest Relations

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Hello, I am thinking of booking a stay in this hotel in November. I am confused by all the different room options. I would like a large, comfortable bed for two of us. Are the double beds the size of two single beds put together? There seem to be a lot of different room options on the booking site. What room option should I book if I want a bathtub and walk-in shower & a balcony please?

Good morning, Thank you for your enquiry. In answer to your question; if you require a walk-in shower, the only room type we have with this facility is a junior suite (these have a balcony too). In all our other rooms the showers are fitments over the bath. We have rooms with a double bed and rooms with two single beds together and we have rooms with and without balcony. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you to the Quintinha and if you require any further information please let us know. Kind regards, yours sincerely, Rosie Borges - Guest Relations

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I am coeliac and require a completely gluten free diet. This means there must be no contamination from other foods, hands, utensils or surfaces...etc. I am also vegetarian. Can this hotel feed me safely?

Good afternoon, Thank you for your enquiry. We are pleased to confirm that, given prior warning, we are able to cater for your dietry and food sanitary requirements. Kind regards Rosie Borges Guest Relations

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"Ask for a room overlooking the garden if you want to avoid the road noise."

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"Garden view rooms are lovely but get little sun as north facing."

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"Third floor is best because it is quieter, more spacious and has better views."

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"Get a suite with a balcony"

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"We've always had a room with garden overlook and a balcony."

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PRICE RANGE

€118 - €209 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)

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quintinha sao joao funchal, quintinha sao joao hotel funchal

FORMERLY KNOWN AS

Quintinha S. João Garden & Spa

LOCATION

PortugalMadeira IslandsMadeiraFunchal

NUMBER OF ROOMS

42

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Frequently Asked Questions about Quintinha Sao Joao

Which popular attractions are close to Quintinha Sao Joao?

Nearby attractions include Parque de Santa Catarina (0.5 km), Quinta Vigia (0.5 km), and Madeira Island Ultra Trail (0.2 km).

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What are some of the property amenities at Quintinha Sao Joao?

Some of the more popular amenities offered include an indoor pool, free wifi, and an on-site restaurant.

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Which room amenities are available at Quintinha Sao Joao?

Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.

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What food & drink options are available at Quintinha Sao Joao?

Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and a poolside bar during their stay.

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Is parking available at Quintinha Sao Joao?

Yes, free parking is available to guests.

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What are some restaurants close to Quintinha Sao Joao?

Conveniently located restaurants include Paixao Do Vinho, Le Bistrot Jacaranda, and Victoria Restaurante.

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Are there opportunities to exercise at Quintinha Sao Joao?

Yes, guests have access to an indoor pool, a fitness centre, and a sauna during their stay.

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Does Quintinha Sao Joao have an airport shuttle?

Yes, Quintinha Sao Joao offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.

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Are any cleaning services offered at Quintinha Sao Joao?

Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.

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Are there any historical sites close to Quintinha Sao Joao?

Many travellers enjoy visiting Colégio dos Jesuítas do Funchal (1.0 km), Santa Clara Convent (0.7 km), and Blandy's Wine Lodge (0.9 km).

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Does Quintinha Sao Joao have any great views?

Yes, guests often enjoy the mountain view available here.

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