Vilas Maria

This is our sixth stay in Vilas Maria in the last three and a half years and it was just as good as ever. Spotlessly clean, comfortable, free parking, lovely people.

We were really satisfied with location of Vilas Maria in a quiet part of Funchal with comfortable parking. It was also near from route VR1 (necessary to start of every trip through the island). There was also possibility to reach a city center by public transport (bus stop was a few steps away). Supermarket and gas station is nearby. Communication with host was nice - she was waiting us although we arrived at night. Room was very clean with everyday cleaning service.

The room has no view but it wasn´t important for us as we spent all days discovering Madeira. In the kitchen we missed a few things such as a sponge and dish washing liquid.

Spotlessly clean throughout, private, comfortable and relaxing. Ideal as a base for those who want to explore. Some reviewers complain about the being only one bus service. (The nearby 45) but a short walk to the other side of the stadium gives access to the nos. 3 and 8. As a bonus the 8 will take you all the way to the old town and the 3 (when taken in the opposite direction, away from the centre) will take you to within a short and easy walk of Câmara do Lobos. There is also a large Continente supermarket only 800 metres away that both the 3 and 8 stop near on their way out from town. (Stay on either bus for a few stops past the stadium then walk back down the lane from above Vilas Maria or catch the bus back.)

The lack of a view, should you spend a lot of time at the property, which we don't. Occasional dog barking (almost inevitable in residential areas of Funchal) Though keeping the bathroom window and door closed at night mitigates.