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This hotel sits on the island of Porto Santo, just 4 km away from the heart of the city. Guests will find themselves surrounded by a host of attractions, and immersed in the rich culture and history of the island. The hotel is located just a short distance away from Colombo's House, Pico do Cas...
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This hotel sits on the island of Porto Santo, just 4 km away from the heart of the city. Guests will find themselves surrounded by a host of attractions, and immersed in the rich culture and history of the island. The hotel is located just a short distance away from Colombo's House, Pico do Castelo, Miradouro das Flores, Pico Ana Ferreira and the golf course. The hotel tempts visitors with the promise of a truly unforgettable experience on the island. The guest rooms are superbly designed, offering relaxation and comfort. The hotel offers an extensive range of exemplary facilities and services, meeting the dining, leisure and recreational needs of guests. Guests can dine in style in the hotel's variety of restaurants. The hotel also offers a Thalasso and Spa centre, as well as a gym and spa centre. Guests are assured of an stay rich in unprecedented luxury and enjoyment at this hotel.
Values releated to taxes and administratives fees are alreadyincluded at the moment of purchase at the HURB website. No further fee payment of any kind is required once purchase is complete.
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Friends House
My first time at Vila Baleira Hotel , 20 years after first visit Porto Santo Island. What amazing susprise! You will find friends and almost "family" during your stay...the staff is wonderful, and kind. You will make real friends ! (The amazing Margarida, Sr António, Eliana, Pedro from the lobby bar, the liveguard Eduardo, Tony, Sonia.. Staff : 10 stars Food : 5 stars Beach : 5 stats Polls : 5 Stars Rooms : 3 stars (need do have some renew) Dont forget the TI PLUS... is money in cash and its a great value deal. Thank you all...you are amazing !
This is your choice
It is not our first time here at Vila Baleira Porto Santo but it was as delightful and amazing as before. Staff is very welcoming and polite, paying attention to little details that sometimes are unnoticeable. The hotel itself is not wow but the beach and the swimming pool make it worth. Good vibe, lovely weather, 100% safe and enjoyable. It feels that time stops and we do recommend a family visit. Do not miss a visit to Ilheu do Farol. Jacinto is a fantastic guide as well as all the crew. We will come back soon!
VERY PEACEFUL
POSITIVES: The gardens surrounding the two buildings (rooms and apartments) are stunning. The outdoor pool is amazing and there is another pool for children. The access to beach is through a tunnel which you access next to lobby. The beach sand is very fine and golden. It is also known as a therapeutucal sand. See @dazzlenature Instagram account for some pictures of this sand. In general, staff is very friendly. There was a young barman who was just so wonderful ans the only one who suggested snacks (peanuts, raisins,etc ) for us to have with our drinks. We had the All Inclusive regime. A pity I didn't check out his name. I had the best port ever! TAWNY! Vinho do Porto accompanied with the suggested snacks/aperitivos. NEGATIVES: The sea water is not cold but not very warm. It is not a calm sea and it may be windy most days. My apartment was a T1 (1 bedroom). The extra bed was placed in the living room which was very uncomfortable. My bed sheets were dirty! The apartment was not spotless. With covid 19 situation I'd think cleanliness was paramount but not my apartment. It does need to be refurbished and the outdoor stairs leading to apartment lobby are extremely DANGEROUS. They need to be fixed as most have parts broken. The view from my apartment was breathtaking. Top floor (4th floor 407) and I didn't pay for a sea view but had the sea! Only the T2 apartmenrs were refurbished. The food is reasonable. I love fish so had different fish for both lunch and dinner everday. Good and delicious grilled or stewed fish. Food is a but bland - lack of spices. Not many variety of salads daily - does get repetitive. The covid 19 situation changed the buffet system whuch I think was quite well organised. Foid is served at the buffet stations. So tourist avoids touching foid or cutlery. The only negative is the waiters/ waitresses are very slow filling the plates and the dessert staff never know the name of the desserts! Maybe all these desserts should be labelled or staff should have a briefing before service starts.
can absolut recomment this place
Really nice and clean hotel. Everything worked out fine. Breakfast buffet was great, clean, lots to choose from. Reception, very smiling and helpful staff. Bar quick, fast and drinks, coffee etc served with a smile.
Porto Santo in March
Just been at Vila Baleira 1 week. Good hotel, nice staff , a very good pool bar where we had snacks in the afternoon. Tis was included in the mini all-inclusive with beer,softdrinks, port and maderiawine. Normale this is a hotel were guest who wants to play golf go to - but we just wanted to relax - and we had a very good tie. Remember to use the spa. There are a lot of good restaurant in the town - so you have a lot possibility to have some good food/wine.