Eira do Serrado - Hotel & Spa

Hotels
8.5 (1483 reviews)
Eira do Serrado - Curral das Freiras , Curral das Freiras , pt

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Stunning views
Good location
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Subpar food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
7
Multiple complaints regarding filth, sticky floors, and poor maintenance.
Service
9.5
Generally friendly, but some reviews indicate a lack of attention from the staff.
Location
10
Fantastic mountain top location with incredible views.
Room Quality
8.5
Mixed reviews; some rooms reported as old and in need of refurbishing.
Amenities
9
Spa facilities available, but with limitations on hours and temperature issues.
Value for Money
8
Overpriced for the perceived quality; food and services do not meet expectations.
Food and Beverage
7
Food quality received multiple complaints; breakfast and dinner reported to be subpar.
Overall Experience
9
General dissatisfaction leading to recommendation to avoid the hotel.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 06:45

Property Description

Secluded Retreat with Breathtaking Views
Escape to Eira do Serrado, a hidden gem nestled in pristine forests overlooking the Valley of the Nuns and Curral das Freiras.

Wellness Center and Outdoor Activities
Indulge in relaxation at our wellness center featuring an indoor pool, hot tub, sauna, and more. Explore outdoor adventures right at your doorstep.

Local Cuisine and Scenic Dining
Savor authentic Madeiran dishes at our restaurant while taking in panoramic views. Unwind with drinks at one of the island's top viewpoints.

Experience tranquility and adventure at Estalagem Eira do Serrado. Book now to secure your slice of paradise.

Important information:

Please note that the half board plan does not include beverages.

Please note that the use of swin cap is compulsory in the swimming pool and hot tub.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.

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 needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public 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 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 6 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 7 years old to 11 years old stay for € 17.50 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 12 years old to 17 years old stay for € 22.50 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 11 years old stay for 50% of the adult rate 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

8.5
Based on 1483 reviews
Cleanliness: 7
Service: 9.5
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.5
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 7
Overall Experience: 9
J
Justine couple fr
10
Super séjour en montagne
Pros:

La vue de l’hôtel était magnifique, nous avons été accueilli chaleureusement par le personnel. La chambre était très agréable avec un grand lit, un frigo et un véranda avec une table et un petit canapé vue sur les montagnes. La salle de sport et l’espace détente ont aussi une vue magnifique ! Je recommande

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
E
Eddy couple nl
8
Pros:

Locatie

2026-05-08 via Nuitee
L
Laura couple pt
7
2026-05-08 via Nuitee
J
JFWCV solo_traveller be
5
Cons:

Cet hôtel a très mal vieilli et n'est certainement plus à recommander.

2026-05-08 via Nuitee
D
Darryl couple gb
9
Gorgeous views in the heart of the mountains
Pros:

The views into the valley are stunning. It is really secluded in the top of the mountains with Curral de freías only a short drive or a 45 min hike down where there are restaurants etc.

The restaurant is convenient and the food was good but not incredible.

The staff were lovely and the shop/cafe on site was also a nice touch.

Cons:

Whilst the beds were comfortable our room was directly below the restaurant and bar and the rooms are not very soundproof so we had disturbed sleep when people were moving chairs etc.

2026-05-07 via Nuitee
B
Bárbara family_with_children pt
8
Excelente estadia, recomendo
Pros:

Os funcionários são bastante acolhedores e simpáticos, sempre disponiveis para nos ajudar. A localização, apesar de no topo da montanha, é incrivel, pois as vistas são de cortar a respiração. A zona da piscina e spa está bem equipada, também com vistas sobre o vale. Os quartos são bastante limpos e espaçosos. Fizemos duas refições ao jantar no hotel e a comida estava bastante boa e o preço não é exurbitante.

Cons:

A única coisa que poderia melhorar é o pequeno almoço, que era razoável mas poderia ter mais variedade, e a localização das diferentes mesas do buffet deveria ser noutra zona, pois está imediatamente depois da porta da entrada para a sala e faz com que nos estejamos a servir e ao mesmo tempo a desviarmo-nos de quem entra, e vice versa.

2026-05-07 via Nuitee
C
Carlos solo_traveller pt
10
Pros:

Ambiente o kuarto excelente o pekeno almoço excelente com MTS variedades

Cons:

Não ter canais na TV variados

2026-05-07 via Nuitee
S
sonia couple fr
10
2026-05-06 via Nuitee
A
AlineOosterhof solo_traveller nl
9
Pros:

Location, location, location!

Cons:

Nothing. :-)

2026-05-03 via Nuitee
J
Jolanta couple pl
8
Niesamowite widoki na góry
Pros:

Niesamowite położenie pośród gór z widokiem na Dolinę zakonnic, spa z widokiem na góry, doskonałej jakości szlafroki

Cons:

Hotel wymagałby renowacji ale nadal jest funkcjonalny. Szkoda że spa jest jedynie do godziny 19.00, chętnie skorzystaliśmy po przyjściu z wędrówek . Sauna w cenie 10 euro / osobę ale nie zapewnia wyłączności

2026-05-03 via Nuitee
solo_traveller pt
8
Cons:

A sauna e o banho turco tem um custo adicional de 10€ por pessoa. Sendo que na piscina estavam várias pessoas, todas iam usufruir do benefício. Não acho correto.

2026-05-02 via Nuitee
N
Nicola couple gb
9
The views!
Pros:

Very much enjoyed our 1 night here. Huge room, one double bed and two single beds in a smaller separate room, lots of space for all our stuff, good powerful and hot shower (both rainfall and wall shower options).
Amazing views from the room balcony, from the restaurant, the short walk up to the view point, from the small outdoor cafe, sitting with a Poncha.
This was a very relaxing stay and very quiet, not many people after 6pm when the tourist coaches stop, not that they really bother you because rooms look out to the other side so you only see people on the walk up to the viewpoint and cafe. Didn't try the spa so can't comment. Managed to park lots of space. The drive up is fun or scary depending on your disposition, bendy roads, lots of traffic, steep drops, potholes.

Cons:

The double bed had a very firm mattress, too firm for me since I like a memory foam softer mattress. Moved to the twin bed which had a much softer mattress and was very comfortable.

2026-05-01 via Nuitee
L
Lola couple fr
8
Pros:

Très bel hôtel avec une chambre spacieuse, une vue incroyable et une piscine magnifique. Le personnel à l’accueil est très accueillant, parle français et reste disponible tout au long du séjour.

Cons:

Le restaurant est une grosse déception : service peu professionnel, personnel peu informé, aucune carte de boissons et des prix élevés pour une qualité qui ne suit pas. Egalement le personnel de ménage attendant devant la porte à l’heure du check-out, ce qui donne l’impression d’être mis dehors.

2026-05-01 via Nuitee
M
Martin couple at
7
Tolle Lage mit Abenteuerfaktor bei der Anreise
Pros:

Absolut einmalige Lage, rundum nur Natur. Anreise über örtlich übliche schmale, teils sehr enge und steile Straße - die nahe gelegene Verbindungsstraße zum Pico Arieieo ist nur für geübte Autofahrer, dann aber ein absolutes Highlight

Cons:

Das angebotene Spa/Wellnessbereich ist , sowie das Hotel gesamt, schon etwas älter, und die eine oder andere Neugestaltung/Renovierung könnte nicht schaden. Trotz anderer Rezessionen hat uns das Frühstück gut geschmeckt - war alles ausreichend da

2026-04-30 via Nuitee
M
Marmer family_with_children fr
9
Pros:

L'hôtel était très sympa, le personnel agréable et l'espace piscine spa hammam un vrai plus !

Cons:

Je vous déconseille vivement de manger au restaurant de l'hôtel. Nous y avons très mal mangé et pour un tarif élevé. Surtout si on fait un rapport qualité/prix.
Dommage car ça nuit à l'image de l'hôtel.

2026-04-30 via Nuitee
S
Sandra couple nl
5
Pros:

De kamer is ruim en met groot balkon met uitzicht over het dal en de bergen. Er is een klein zwembad met whirlpool en voldoende ligbedjes. Overigens is de sauna alleen tegen een toeslag… Er is een gym (geen gebruik van gemaakt). Ontbijt is gevarieerd, koffie matig.

Cons:

Personeel is kortaf, weinig toeschietelijk en rigide in het hanteren van regels. Zo kwamen we in de ochtend terug van een wandelingetje en vroegen we om 07.40 om een kopje koffie uit de machine voor op onze kamer. Dat werd ons geweigerd, daar het ontbijt pas om 08.00 uur zou beginnen. Wij vonden dat vreemd daar wij eerder een gezin om 06.50 al zagen ontbijten toen wij weggingen voor onze wandeling. Reactie; ‘maar zij hebben een vroeg ontbijt’.

De voordeur zit op slot in de nacht/ochtend en moet met een sleutel worden opengemaakt. Hiervoor moet de conciërge aanwezig zijn. Toen wij iets voor 7 naar buiten wilden, moesten we op zoek en trof mijn partner hem al wassend ergens achterin het restaurant. Dat geeft een ongemakkelijk gevoel, zowel aan ons als aan deze medewerker lijkt me.

Het avondeten vonden we (zeer) beneden de maat. De kipspies van 17,50 euro was niets meer dan enkele gekookte in barbequesaus gedrenkte kippenpoten, aan een spies. Terwijl open vuur onderdeel is van de keuken. Dit voelde voor ons wat misleidend en wij vroegen ons af wanneer dit dan wel gebruikt wordt.

De sfeer in het hotel over het geheel genomen is wat kil en we konden niet goed de vinger erop leggen waar dat mee te maken heeft. We voelden ons niet erg welkom en enigszins beperkt in ons doen en laten.

2026-04-30 via Nuitee
K
Krisztina couple hu
3
2026-04-28 via Nuitee
I
Ines couple de
7
Pros:

Fantastische Lage mit grandiosem Ausblick
Saubere Zimmer
Ideale Zwischenstation bei einer Madeiraüberquerung zu Fuß

Cons:

Geruch im Hotel (Mottenpulver artig?)
Polizeiartige Überwachung des Frühstücks, dass auf keinen Fall ein Brötchen eingepackt wird-sehr unangenehme Atmosphäre

2026-04-26 via Nuitee
G
Gunars couple gb
8
Untipycal brits
Pros:

Everything - location, spa and food.

Cons:

Spider webs were everywhere and windows were in need of a clean.

2026-04-25 via Nuitee
M
marc family_with_children fr
8
Eira do Serrado pour la vue absolument sur les sommets ensoleillés de la matinée
Pros:

La vue sur la vallée et les montagnes impressionnantes depuis la chambre et la salle de restauration bien sûr.
La piscine bien qu’un peu fraîche et le spa et toujours la vue sur les montagnes

Cons:

Des travaux bruyants juste à côté de notre chambre le deuxième jour!
Le petit déjeuner bon et copieux manquait un peu de choix avec des produits de qualité moyenne.

2026-04-25 via Nuitee