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The beautiful Golden Residence is a modern hotel with spacious public areas and rooms, located on the rocky headland of Sao Martinho. It's just a stone's throw from the ‘Forum Shopping Centre’ and a good selection of local bars and restaurants. Comprising of three buildings connected by enclosed walkways, you're able to choose your accommodation based on whether you'd prefer to be located closer to the sea or within easier reach of the main strip and shopping centre. A luxurious spa offering a range of treatments, indoor pool, gym and even an on-site vegetable and herb garden are just some of the touches that make this hotel a popular choice.... More
Please note: a smart dress code may apply and facilities between restaurants and bars may vary. Reservations may be required and a supplement may be payable dependent on board arrangement. Information based on previous season and could be subject to change.
Pool areas
Outdoor pool (freshwater)
Indoor pool
Pool facilities include swimming lane and whirlpool
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Certified Sustainable Hotel
What do we mean by ‘sustainable’?
An independent organisation has officially certified this hotel as sustainable for meeting the criteria set by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC). Here are just a few example practices this hotel has to follow to be certified as sustainable:
Reduce energy, water and waste
Source products locally
Support local communities
Use reusable, returnable and recycled products
We try to review our hotels every three months to make sure this information is up to date. If a hotel has the Certified Sustainable Hotel label, this means that at the time of booking, the hotel has met the GSTC recognised standard.
Please note: this hotel comprises of two buildings connected by an enclosed walkway. The apartments, suites and reception are located within the building closer to the main street and shopping centre and the hotel rooms are located within the building closest to the sea.
*Local charges apply. We endeavour to show you images of the actual room described however, this may not always be possible; actual view and/or room size or layout may vary e.g. you may not see an image of a sea view or garden view in the image but you will have the option of booking your preferred view when selecting your preferences.
Board Basis
Bed And Breakfast
Half Board
Half Board Plus
The Half Board Plus package includes buffet-style breakfast and dinner in the main restaurant. Plus, half a bottle of local wine, water or 2 beers or 2 soft drinks provided with dinner.
Full Board
The Full Board package includes buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main restaurant.
Information based on previous season and could be subject to change.
Restaurants & Bars
Golden Flavours
Buffet and a la carte. Serves a range of international, British, Italian, Spanish, Mexican, local and French cuisine for breakfast, dinner, snacks and lunch. Show cooking at breakfast and dinner. Located on the poolside. Highchairs available. Please note that the hotel requests that beach wear is not worn and that gentlemen wear long trousers.
Bar
Pool bar (open between 01 Apr and 31 Oct, between 12.00pm and 7.00pm).
Golden View
Cocktail bar (open between 10.00am and 11.30pm).
Please note reservations may be required, a supplement may be payable dependent on board arrangement and information based on previous season and could be subject to change.
Pool Areas
Overview
Outdoor pool (freshwater). Indoor pool.
Outdoor freshwater pool. Sunbathing area with sunbeds and parasols.
Indoor freshwater pool with whirlpool (heated). Located at the spa centre.
Free towels.
Information based on previous season and could be subject to change.
Sports & Leisure
Air conditioned gym with cardio fitness training equipment, free weights area and stretching zone (min age 12yrs). (Open between 7.00am and 9.00pm).
Entertainment
Regular evening entertainment (available between 01 Jan and 31 Dec) including live music.
Information based on previous season and could be subject to change.
Children's Facilities
Restaurant with highchairs
Information based on previous season and could be subject to change.
Spa & Beauty
Spa - sauna*, steam room*, whirlpool and massage treatments* (min age 12yrs). (Open between 9.00am and 9.00pm).
Beauty treatments available.*
Please note: massage treatments will only be available between 9.00am and 7.00pm. Use of the sauna and steam room will be free of charge between 5.00pm and 9.00pm, outside of these times there will be a charge payable locally.
Other Facilities
Reception - services available include concierge service and luggage storage.
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.
*Local charges apply. We endeavour to show you images of the actual room described however, this may not always be possible; actual view and/or room size or layout may vary e.g. you may not see an image of a sea view or garden view in the image but you will have the option of booking your preferred view when selecting your preferences.
Twin rooms with Side Sea View for Sole Use are located in building C, closer to the coast. Building C also contains the hotel’s bar, restaurant and spa.
*Local charges apply. We endeavour to show you images of the actual room described however, this may not always be possible; actual view and/or room size or layout may vary e.g. you may not see an image of a sea view or garden view in the image but you will have the option of booking your preferred view when selecting your preferences.
Funchal
Funchal, the capital of Madeira, is a historic town best known for its gorgeous gardens and pretty cobbled streets. Stylish restaurants, tropical plant life and splendid mountain scenes rule this city, while the evenings open out into a stretch of palate-pleasing eateries and chic rooftop cocktail bars.
Language
Portuguese
Currency
Euro (€)
Time difference
+0hr
Local beer
£2.10
Meal for two
£42.70
Average flight time
4hrs
Lidos and lilos
In town there’s a famous lido complex, with separate children’s pools. Walk 25 minutes out of town and you’ll come to Praia Formosa – four black sand and pebble beaches. Stop at one of the restaurants or cafés here or stroll back to town along the prom.
The garden of Europe
Winston Churchill was a big fan of Madeira, calling it the ‘floating garden’. On your Funchal holiday, you’ll find some of the world’s most exquisite floral displays, and there are six public gardens worth checking out. There’s even a famous Flower Festival that takes place every year.
An upbeat nightlife
Funchal might be an old city, but it’s also a modern capital, with stylish tapas restaurants and café bars. Head down to the marina or Old Town and you’ll find cocktails and modern Portuguese dishes on the menu. And there are discos and clubs downtown, where DJs keep the crowd going until the early hours.
Experience Madeira in bloom and celebrate spring as parades, markets and exhibitions take over the island, normally in April or May. The Float Parade, held since 1979, is a true spectacle. You’ll see...
Board a cable car to the mountaintop village of Monte and do look down. Pass terracotta-roofed houses nestled into the mountainside and enjoy a bird's eye view of Funchal harbour. Once you reach the top, the...
Wander among fantastic flowers, trees and plants found only on the Atlantic islands at the Botanical Gardens Madeira in Funchal. Like tropical fruit? The mango and papaya trees will leave you feeling hungry -...
We stayed here as a group of 14. The hotel exceeded our expectations! We all had side sea view rooms in block C, Spacious, comfortable, clean rooms with bonus of a fridge and kettle. Breakfast and dinner buffets were great, there was even porridge!! Plenty of choice, even for vegetarians. Staff were professional and helpful , special mention to the restaurant manager who was so friendly and cheerful, organised a group table for us for dinner and made sure we had excellent service.
The spotlessly clean pool and surrounding grounds were the perfect place to relax with a stunning view.
Easy to exchange tokens for pool towels at reception.
Location was perfect, easy bus ride or walk along the lido promenade to Funchal. We all loved our stay and cannot fault this hotel.
Bridget C
Great hotel, staff, location and sunsets
06 Oct 2022
From arrival to departure, the staff at the Golden Residence were fantastic, their customer service was excellent, I felt relaxed and happy around them.
The hotel itself is in a great location with easy access to the centre of Funchal by the No.2 bus which is located just outside the hotel and also a 10-minute walk to the supermarket and shopping centre. You are also within a short distance to the nearest beach, walk down some stairs, through the mountain and you are on the pebble beach.
i stayed in a double room which was a good size room for myself and the bathroom was very spacious. There was a mini fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, enough plug sockets and a good tv. The rest of my family stayed in an apartment room which would be great for families as the bedroom is separate to the lounge and kitchen area.
I stayed on half board and the food was great. There was always a good selection for both breakfast and dinner, with meals changing every night. Also the cocktails were great as well as the hot chocolate.
I had such a great time at this hotel that I will be returning to Madeira as I was not able to do everything I wanted to see and do on this visit, and I will definitely return to the Golden Residence due to the great staff and location.
Allison M
Lovely hotel
12 Oct 2018
The hotel was spotlessly clean and well situated. It was made up of 3 blocks, A,B and C. Block C where we were housed the restaurant and bar and was right beside the pool which was great. The pool isn't very big but it's fine for cooling off and it was never very busy so there were always plenty of sun loungers. There was a large shopping center very near to the hotel, accessed through block A which had a large supermarket and plenty of fashion shops. The rooms were clean and we even had a small kitchenette but there was no crockery, cutlery or pots etc so you couldn't really use it. The air conditioning was not good - we had it turned down to the lowest setting but it didn't cool the room at all. I asked at reception if someone could look at it and someone did come when we were out but whatever they did didn't make any difference at all. None of the public areas in the hotel seemed to have the air con switched on but the facilities seemed to be there. Breakfast was very busy each day and the staff were rushed off their feet trying to keep everything stocked up abd it was a bit repetitive in the choice that was offered. We didn't eat any evening meals at the hotel so couldn't comment on that. Overall we were happy with the hotel and would probably go back.
723MikeF
Great location
06 Nov 2016
A great location and very good facilities. The hotel overlooks the see with great views from the garden. To the East you can access the promenade which is a fantastic walk. Steps take you onto the beach and a walk along the shore past restaurants towards a fishing village.
The hotel is well equipped and we were upgraded to a larger room with cooking facilities. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Louise B
Fantastic Holiday
13 Aug 2016
This is a lovely hotel very clean and well maintained, very disabled friendly, even the pool has ramp access, the breakfast was very good, the beds in the room were very comfortable probably the best I have ever slept in. Supermarkets restaurants and shops all nearby, bus stop to funchal just outside but can walk to the centre of Funchal within an hour. Free wifi throughout the hotel and excellent speed could connect with ease even around the pool.
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