Quintinha Sao Joao Hotel & Spa

Hotels
9.4 (308 reviews)
Rua Da Levada De Sao Joao, 4 , Funchal , pt

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Free beach shuttle
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional service
Charming atmosphere

Categories

Cleanliness
9.31
Rooms and hotel areas were noted as immaculate and well-maintained.
Service
9.78
Staff provided personal treatment, were friendly and attentive, contributing to a delightful experience.
Location
9.32
Well-located, within walking distance of main attractions and offering beautiful views.
Room Quality
9.27
Rooms are stylish, comfortable, with a lovely ambiance and equipped with necessary amenities.
Amenities
9.3
Includes multiple pools and spa facilities, adding to guest comfort.
Value for Money
9.26
Excellent dining options and service for the price paid, perceived as high value.
Food and Beverage
9.31
Breakfast and dinner were delicious, well-presented, and fresh with good variety.
Overall Experience
9.68
Consistent praise for staff, comfort, and overall enjoyment during the stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 02:00

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Nestled in picturesque gardens, Quintinha São João offers elegant rooms with modern amenities and stunning views. From private balconies to spacious interiors, every detail is designed for your comfort and relaxation.

Exceptional Dining and Wellness
Indulge in a culinary journey at our on-site restaurant, serving a mix of local and international flavors, including delicious Goan dishes. After a gourmet meal, unwind at the spa with a sauna, hot tub, and rejuvenating massages for a truly pampering experience.

Convenient Facilities and Services
Enjoy a range of facilities such as indoor and outdoor pools, bars, a gym, and free WiFi. With a 24-hour reception and complimentary shuttle service to Funchal Marina, your stay at Quintinha São João promises convenience and luxury at every turn.

Experience the epitome of luxury and book your stay at Quintinha São João today!

Important information:

Please note that cancelation policies differ for stays of 7 nights and more. If canceled later than 3 days prior to arrival, 7 nights will be charged.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: FNC

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children from 3 years old to 11 years old stay for € 36.25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 12 years old and over stay for € 72.50 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 308 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.31
Service: 9.78
Location: 9.32
Room Quality: 9.27
Amenities: 9.3
Value for Money: 9.26
Food and Beverage: 9.31
Overall Experience: 9.68
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Agata • family_with_children • pl
10
Miejsce do wypoczynku
Pros:

Urokliwy hotel, ładne otoczenie, czysto, pyszne śniadanie

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Anna • couple • gb
10
A great place to stay in Funchal
Pros:

The staff were very friendly and went out of their way to make us feel at home. The location is great and the gardens around the hotel are beautiful. The room was very spacious and comfortable. We also enjoyed the facilities - the swimming pools and spa.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Verwilligen • couple • at
4
2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Josip • couple • ch
10
2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
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Monique • couple • de
10
Immer wieder. Es war ein tolles Erlebnis
Pros:

Ein kleines Paradies

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Axelle • couple • fr
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Patrissiia • extended_group • ua
10
Pros:

I liked everything, we had a fitness tour, we will definitely come back, excellent service, we were always happy to help🥰

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Diana • couple • gb
9
lovely cosy hotel with excellent friendly staff and would definitely stay again
Pros:

Restaurant food was delicious, that it tasted freshly cooked. Reception staff and lady who advised on trips and activities were very welcoming and attentive and helpful Spa was great albeit rather small and massage experience was lovely. Due to the cancelling of flights on departure day the staff were able to offer accommodation, luckily we could stay in our room for two nights extra, and would have offered another room

Cons:

Service to table in restaurant especially in evening was very slow. The TV could not get Netflix or stream English speaking channels, only one. Had to get a DVD player with only a few films to watch.

2026-01-09 • via Nuitee
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Franka • family_with_children • de
10
Pros:

Vom ersten Kontakt bis zur Verabschiedung haben wir eine herzliche, warme und persönliche Erfahrung gemacht. Das Personal ist äußerst aufmerksam und hilfsbereit. Die Freundlichkeit ist überwältigend. Das Frühstück war herausragend - alles frisch zubereitet, Bestellungen direkt am Tisch div. Eierspeisen, etc. Eine sehr herzliche Atmosphäre in diesem privat geführten, kleinen aber sehr feinen Hotel hat uns besonders gefallen. Wir kommen auf jeden Fall wieder 💯👍😊

2026-01-03 • via Nuitee
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Carla • family_with_children • pt
10
Um sonho de hotel
Pros:

Empregados super simpáticos, cuidadosos, prestaveis, uns queridos. Desde a receção, limpeza, restaurante,etc.
Localização ótima
Comida e instalações ótimas

Cons:

Nada

2026-01-02 • via Nuitee
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oh-noes • Family • London, England
6
Beautiful gardens but…
Pros:

Despite some unique qualities of this hotel (beautiful grounds, unique and charming interior decoration) the stay did not meet my expectations.

Room had some maintenance issues and there is no iron or ironing board available for guest use, only a laundry service that requires pre booking.

2025-12-31 • via Tripadvisor
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Kylli Idla • family_with_children • ee
10
Pros:

Suur tänu kogu hotellipersonalile - oli haruldaselt meeldiv puhkus!

2025-12-26 • via Nuitee
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Bert • solo_traveller • de
10
2025-12-16 • via Nuitee
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Lyndsey • couple • gb
8
Beautiful traditional hotel with excellent service
Pros:

Beautiful building and gardens up the hillside but close enough to the old town.

Cons:

It’s five star but it needs some updating. The charm of the traditional decor is lovely but some updates are needed.

2025-12-15 • via Nuitee
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PATRYCJA • couple • pl
8
dziękujemy personelowi za tak miły pobyt
Pros:

Zdecydowanie personel hotelu zasługuję na specjalne wyróżnienie. Profesjonalizm, uprzejmość - człowiek czuje się zaopiekowany i jednocześnie nieprzytłoczony. Śniadania również były różnorodne i zawsze pyszne.

Cons:

Widać ząb czasu, niektóre elementy powinny być odnowione

2025-12-10 • via Nuitee
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Happiness788195 • Friends getaway • Johnstone, Renfrewshire, Scotland
10
What a delight
Pros:

Our review will be short and sweet 💜 as there is not much we can say that had not been said before.
A Gem
Perfect
beautifully appointed, lovely antiques
Amazing staff
Like many before we have stayed in many hotels around the world and this one you will find hard to beat
keep this hotel a secret x

2025-11-27 • via Tripadvisor
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guennie3 • Couples • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England
10
Friendly small hotel in Funchal
Pros:

What an amazing find…. This hotel is practically perfect. 42 rooms - ours had a huge comfy bed, sofa , desk, balcony overlooking the beautiful gardens, and so much more. A few welcome goodies in the fridge and bottled water replenished each day. The breakfasts and dinners were delicious and so well presented with loads of choice. The bar was comfy and also served small plates and tapas all day. But, as so many of the reviews have commented, what makes this hotel so special are the amazing staff, every single one. Reception were always happy to recommend trips, experiences and restaurants, providing bus timetables etc. Restaurant staff were always busy but had time for a laugh and a chat. The bar staff would happily mix you a cocktail. There was also a Poncha making workshop and Gin tasting session which were great fun. The staff behind the scenes are also worthy of a mention. Our room was made up and cleaned every day and all the beautiful areas around the hotel were immaculate. Both pools and pool areas were kept tidy and clean. The indoor pool was really warm. We have stayed in many lovely hotels around the world but this has to be the best by far. I totally recommend and will definitely stay here again if I return to Madeira in the future.

2025-11-21 • via Tripadvisor
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979nickb • Couples • Northamptonshire, England
10
Lovely stay at a great location.
Pros:

Our tenth visit to the Island and our fifth visit to this hotel. So you can guess we rather like it. Everything was as expected. A lovely characterful hotel with great rooms and facilities. Excellent restaurant for lovely breakfast and dinner. A good bar with a pleasant outside area which leads into a really nice garden. But as I say every year, the best bit are the staff. Whether in reception, restaurant, bar, housekeeping or anywhere else, they are all super efficient and so lovely and friendly. We will be back.

2025-11-20 • via Tripadvisor
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Camera_Obscura_1016 • Couples • Bristol, England
10
Fabulous stay, super-friendly staff
Pros:

Absolutely fabulous stay. This is an intimate hotel with just over 40 rooms within walking distance of the ‘throng’ of Funchal. The rooms are beautiful and stylish and so are all the charming little lounge corners everywhere. Expect antiques rather than modern furniture, which makes the place very cosy. Important to many : the beds are very comfortable.

Both pools are lovely, the spa is small but is for private use only (needs to be pre-booked), which makes the whole experience more relaxing as you have the place to yourself. The massage I had (the bamboo one) is one of the best I’ve ever had.

The food is wonderful, the breakfast buffet is small but there’s plenty of choice and everything is very fresh and good quality. The evening menu is beautiful and reasonably priced.

But more than anything it’s the staff that make this place so special. They are all genuinely friendly and super helpful and give you true personal treatment. They really want to make your holiday the best possible, which is so lovely. I particularly enjoyed the personal friendly treatment by the restaurant staff; despite working very hard, they always found time to personally greet us and ask how we were.

Many of the hotel guests are of retirement age , but this is definitely a family-friendly hotel and I’d love to return here and bring my young kids along this time. Highly recommend to people of all ages!

2025-11-02 • via Tripadvisor
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Moira • couple • gb
8
2025-11-01 • via Nuitee