Enotel Quinta Do Sol

Putiee

My stay at the Enotel Magnólia Hotel in Funchal, Madeira, was absolutely delightful! The food was amazing – the breakfast buffet offered an incredible variety with fresh fruits, pastries, made-to-order eggs, and local Madeiran specialties that were flavorful and plentiful. Dinner options were equally impressive, with grilled meats and fish, delicious soups, salads, and decadent desserts that made every meal a highlight. The pools were fantastic too: the outdoor pool is set in a sunny terrace with stunning views over the Atlantic and mountains, perfect for relaxing on loungers, while the heated indoor pool felt luxurious and spa-like, ideal for cooler days. The hotel itself is modern and spotlessly clean, with spacious rooms featuring balconies (opt for sea view if you can!), friendly staff who go above and beyond, and a great location just a short walk or bus ride from Funchal's center and the Lido promenade. Amenities like the sauna, gym, and rooftop terrace added to the relaxation. Highly recommend for a comfortable, enjoyable Madeira getaway – I'd return in a heartbeat!

Nathalia

A really good Hotel in Madeira💜had a wonderful stay and the Staff at reception (big shoutout to brownhair lady with glasses) were so friendly. Just amazing! You get trated like they love to have you there and any wish (car renting, a tour or anything) they help you out with it🤍thanks for making the stay so lovely!🥰 By the way, the breaktfast was also really good🥐

Ben Brooker

The hotel is nice and clean. The location is reasonably close to town, but a steep hill coming back. The view from the rooftop was amazing. The beds were firm. Bathroom clean and shower decent. Food was average, big selection. My massive negative was the waiter staff at the restaurant. At every mealtime, we politely asked for 2 glasses of tap water. Each time was an awkward experience. We were told not to have it as we ‘may’ experience upset stomachs. Iconically the reception staff adviced us filling our water bottles from the toilet sink taps was fine! When we insisted we were happy with tap water at the table we were made to feel extremely uncomfortable each time. My other negative comment would be how the waiting staff at the restaurant would take the plate from you as you took your last mouthful. Obviously we could have mentioned we were considering going back up for a second time but it came across rude how they assumed you didn’t want anymore food and were more focused on clearing away. For these reasons we won’t be returning to this hotel.

Mike Griffin

So often hotels dissapoint and you read reviews suggesting they should be at best 3 star not 4. But the Enotel Magnolia, if anything should be 5 star. The service and qaulity certainly equals many of the 5 star hotels we have been to. The restaurant was the jewel in the crown, with very high quality food, a great selection and very attentive and friendly staff. And unlike so many hotels who put the restaurant in the basement, this was on the first floor with panoramic views of Funchal. There was evening entertainment which was suited to adults and many of the evenings, especially the Fado was as good as you would get anywhere. The pool area was good and spacious, as was the sauna and steam room. Overall, it is very hard to fault this hotel, it was simply superb throughout.

Amy E. Thom

This review is specifically for the hotel spa. I booked multiple treatments for my birthday, and I was very disappointed with the quality and value of what I received. The products used were cheap pharmacy brands, when I expected far better oils and creams for the price I paid. I was massaged at a ridiculously fast pace, making it impossible to relax. My makeup wasn't removed properly before starting the facial. I was left on the massage bed at the end of the treatment, covered in algae mud and wrapped in plastic, without any assistance. There was no soap or cloth in the shower for washing the products off my skin, and my hair was filled with exfoliant and oils. When I left the spa, I was barely acknowledged and no one asked how I experienced the treatments. I paid over €150 and I certainly did not receive anything like what I expected for a 4-star hotel. Do not recommend!