Dorisol Buganvilia Studio Hotel

“Great VFM stay. Lovely staff”

Excellent value for money for our two week stay in room 807. It gave us views of the Atlantic and the sun in the afternoon and early evening. High rooms on the other side of the block have views of the sunrise, ocean and Funchal. We booked with TUI. We emailed the hotel before travelling ( web@dor… more

Excellent value for money for our two week stay in room 807. It gave us views of the Atlantic and the sun in the afternoon and early evening. High rooms on the other side of the block have views of the sunrise, ocean and Funchal. We booked with TUI. We emailed the hotel before travelling ( web@dorisol.pt ) and they accommodated us requested. They say they can’t guarantee any requests but will try their best. The staff were warm, cheerful and helpful. The rooms cleaned and beds made every morning. Breakfast was great. Loads of fruit, cooked items including eggs, mushrooms, tomatoes, bacon and small sausages. Cold meats, peppers, pastries and yoghurt. Fresh bread to cut yourself. Varieties of teas,coffee and juice. Two great pools and terrace to catch the sun. The hotel is a 10 minute walk to the Lido with bars and restaurants. Funchal bus stop is about half that distance. 1,2 or 4 takes you into town. Buy a card at any newsagents to load trips to reduce the price. Whilst there it was €2 each way bought whilst boarding but €1.35 if bought before travelling. In short, two weeks winter sunshine in a hotel that delivers what’s expected at a great price. It’s not Reids, but it doesn’t profess to be. It’s in our view, what we all want, great value for money with great staff.

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“Good location,amenities nearby and in a good bus route if don’t want to walk into Funchal. A good weeks holiday.”

Tired hotel,needs a bit of TLC , rooms adequate, was a room with kitchenette in , but no plug nearby for kettle , microwave didn’t work. Bathroom where ok was a step in shower over bath, maid comes in and tidies up, balcony seating area,pillows on bed a bit musty and blanket in cupboard smelly.

“Great Location. Great view from balcony”

Getting to the hotel was extremely easy on the Airport bus . It’s €6 one way or €10 return but must be used within a week . The stop number is 15 I received a warm welcome from Alexandra . I arrive early at about 11am . I was totally aware that check in was 3pm so there is no reason at all to kic… more

Getting to the hotel was extremely easy on the Airport bus . It’s €6 one way or €10 return but must be used within a week . The stop number is 15 I received a warm welcome from Alexandra . I arrive early at about 11am . I was totally aware that check in was 3pm so there is no reason at all to kick up a fuss like some people are inclined to do . I just left my bag in reception and walked around Lido Area , went for a wine , walked around Pingo ( supermarket) and looked at trips available in the many travel agencies. I was in a high floor overlooking the port of Funchal which is actually what I asked for when I emailed my request to the hotel . The room is on the basic side and a tad outdated but it’s comfortable The door locks with a key ( rather than a card ) so as a solo lady traveller I did feel a tad uncomfortable with this at times . The kitchenette consists of a fridge , microwave and 2 hobs My balcony had the sun in the morning and shaded in the evening The room has no air conditioning, only a fan . The room was warm in April so I’m sure it would be like a sauna in July and august The pool area was ok . Lacked a bit of atmosphere so I would use the sister hotels’s pool . This one had a restaurant with lovely staff and great coffee . There was hardly any British folk in Buganville hotel so I used to go to VidaMar hotel . I used their pool area and chatted to lovely fellow Brits . Thank you VidaMar , you have a lovely hotel . Breakfast is served 07.30 to 10.30 Lovely coffee and fruit . However was disappointed to see bacon in the scramble eggs ( I’m vegetarian) But I loved the pastries and the potato croquettes. If you are vegan there is a vegan restaurant 1 min walk down the hill on right . All the bus stops are down the hill opposite Santander Bank Bus 1,2 and 4 will take you into Funchal for €2 I went on a lovely horse ride in the Levadas and taxi was €60 return Buses and taxis are good however I wished I rented a car. Parking at hotel is €7 a day Friendly , lovely island. I’d recommend and turn in a heartbeat

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