The Vine

Location

This brand-new, luxury hotel is a member of the Design hotel chain and is located in the centre of Funchal. The city and business hotel lies in the historical area of town, which includes a number of restaurants and shops that are within walking distance of the accommodation. Guests will also find bars, pubs and nightlife spots nearby, as well as sights such as St. Catarina public gardens (2 minutes' walk), the cathedral (5 minutes' walk) and the old town (10 minutes' walk). Barreirinha beach is some 400 metres from the accommodation and Madeira Airport is 20 km away.

Facilities

17 junior suites, 5 suites, 79 single rooms and 79 double rooms are located on 6 storeys and can be reached by 3 lifts. Multilingual staff at the reception are happy to assist guests at the reception desk round the clock. Check-in and check-out are available 24 hours a day. Amenities include a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe and cash machine. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. There are a number of shops as well. Additional facilities include a newspaper stand. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park (for a fee). Further services and facilities include a babysitting service (for a fee), medical assistance, room service (for a fee), a laundry service, a coin-operated laundry and a hotel shuttle bus. A bicycle hire service (for a fee) gives guests the opportunity to explore the surrounding area independently. Complimentary newspapers are available.

Rooms

Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Guests can enjoy the sea view from a balcony or terrace. Rooms have a double bed or a king-size bed. Separate bedrooms are available. An extra bed is available for a fee. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Guests will also find a tea/coffee station included among the standard features. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a DVD player and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. A turndown service provides guests with additional comfort in the evening hours. Slippers are included. A hairdryer and bathrobes are provided in the bathrooms, which include a shower and a bathtub. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has non-smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment

The pool complex includes both indoor and outdoor pools, which are in part heated. Refreshing drinks at the pool bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub offer the perfect way to unwind. A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. For those who wish to stay active while on holiday, the hotel offers golf. The fitness rooms are perfect for a comprehensive workout. There is a wellness area with a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a hammam, massage treatments and a solarium. Subject to charge: a beauty salon. Children are well looked after in the kids' club. Copyright GIATA 2004 - 2023. Multilingual, powered by www.giata.com for client no. 124971

Meals

Dining facilities include a dining room, a breakfast room, a café and a bar. Guests can indulge their palates at 2 restaurants (non-smoking, air conditioning and high chairs). Catering options include bed and breakfast, half board and full board. A continental breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. For lunch and dinner, guests can order à la carte. Diet meals, gluten-free meals and vegetarian dishes can be prepared on request. The hotel also offers special catering options.

Payment

The hotel accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.