Hotel Porto Santa Maria, Funchal, Old Town, Madeira |
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GPS Coordinates: Latitude 32.647425 Longitude -16.904209 Close to some of the city’s most attractive features, the 4-star Hotel Porto Santa Maria is located in the heart of the old town in Funchal. Facing a direct view of the sea, every traveller will also be fond of this 4-star hotel due to its quick access to the many places worth visiting in this area. Near the 17th century São Tiago Fort and its Museum of Contemporary Art, the cable cars that ride up to Monte, the fun Madeira Story Centre and the very vivid Lavradores Market, you can be sure to keep busy while exploring this side of town. Within a short distance from the Rua de Santa Marta, one of Funchal’s oldest streets, guests will have a good time discovering the traditional aura and historic buildings that compose the old town, as well as enjoy walking down its typical cobble-stoned passageways. You will have a hard time selecting what not to eat - everything is so deliciously served at the restaurants in the historical centre. The kind hospitality of the welcoming locals won’t pass you by either. Whether you are asking for directions, ordering a meal at a restaurant, or simply want to know prices at a shop, you can count on receiving the utmost attention from this islands’ residents. Public transportation runs on a daily basis (schedules may alter according to specific holidays), and the Madeira Airport is only a short drive away (15 km). |
