As much as I loved the hotel, I doubt I would stay there again because of the hardships to reach it. From Ponta do Sol, our GPS took us through shortcuts, which were a nightmare: narrow steep 2-way streets, where often one has to back up or move to the side so another car passes. Three days later, I tried the main road, which was better, but still has many curves and cars parked everywhere. It is exhausting! I wonder why I didn't see this on the comments. There is nothing around the hotel, so one has to drive to go eat somewhere. The neighbourhood itself is not that nice either.

This boutique hotel is a gorgeous mannor. The floors, the colours, the sitting room especially are lovely. We had a junior suite with a balcony and view over the ocean and the garden, large and comfortable. Breakfast is excellent, with many warm options, as well as sweet pastries. One day there are fried eggs, the following scrambled, the next hard boiled, so it varies all the time. The personnel was lovely! Very eager to help at all times. We travelled with a small dog, and we were not charged extra. If everyone parks properly, five cars fit in the parking lot. The views are stunning!

Stayed in April 2025

- the way there, watch the signs not maps

- the view from the balcony - the breakfast area - the breakfast - the overall design - the lunch boxes were handy

Stayed in January 2025

The bathroom was a little outdated and (just as a warning) the location is further away from the village than we thought when we looked at the map. You’ll need a car.

Beautiful view, breakfast was awesome and… THE CATS!! The villa had a lot of charm. The place is on a hill top. When you follow the signs from the village, as is recommended by the hotel, it’s easy to find and the roads are not as steep compared to those suggested by Google Maps.

Stayed in February 2025

When we made the check-in our room smelled of chlorine, probably from the cleaning products used

The house is a coquettish one, beautifully decorated. Our room was clean and the lady from the housekeeping came every day to arrange the room. The view was very beautiful, directly towards the ocean. The breakfast was excellent, with many options, especially in terms of dessert PS: The cat from the picture is Garfield, which will welcome you immediately, so you can pet him 🫠

Stayed in February 2025

Very hard to get to property. You need a GPS. Winding, mountainous roads. Small car park area. I preferred parking on road with other locals. Easier.

Extremely quiet. Gorgeous property. Common rooms were very luxurious and beautifully furnished. 😍 BEST farm to table buffet breakfast with tons of choices. Room was simple but well equipped. Tea kettle and very small fridge on tabletop. Huge bathroom. Honor bar in common rooms. Pour your own and sign a log. Beautifully presented.

Stayed in February 2025

I liked all, but just to say that one needs a car to access this place (which is anyways recommendable for Madeira island).

The villa is a great place overlooking the valley, wonderful landscape. Breakfast was great with fresh fruits and vegetables. 3 very cute cats in the garden.

Stayed in January 2025

The rooms and surrounding areas are very nice. Friendly staff. The breakfast could not be better. And what a beautiful place for breakfast. My only regret is that we spent so little time here.

Stayed in November 2024

To warn other American travelers who aren't used to driving on steep or narrow streets- come up to the hotel from the west side of the valley instead of the east! The slopes are a bit easier to manage, especially in an unfamiliar manual rental car. Parking is also easier on the street that dead-ends into the hotel.

Villa Alta was an immersive experience perfect for our adventure to Madeira. The building was beautiful and the layout contributed to a sense of comradery with staff and other guests. The garden was great and we made friends with the cats that live outside.

Stayed in October 2024

We loved the place, beautiful location to wake up to. Our balcony was looking at the town below and the ocean in the background, very calming scenery. Definitely worth getting a car to get to the hotel and to travel around Madeira in general. The staff were extremely lovely and our favourite members were Pedrito and his brother (the cats that live there). It is the perfect place to disconnect and be in a very quite area after a good day of hiking. Definitely recommend villa alto, we had a beautiful stay.

Stayed in October 2024

The location is unfortunate if you don't have a car. The breakfast is pretty poor. Wi-Fi is only in the hall, but it wasn't a problem for us, since we mostly used 5G. The TV has a smart function, but without the Internet it loses the point of being in the room. The pool is not heated, the jacuzzi didn't work when we lived there. I recommend closing the windows in the evening, since cockroaches can fly in.

A wonderful place for a relax. Architecture, interior, design details. Staff - 5/5 points. And 3 cutest cats - personal 5 points, with them i had feeling so I was home ❤️

Stayed in July 2024

It was difficult to speak to the staff with little English knowledge. Lots of cats

Breakfast room was lovely. Cosy and chill lounge area

Stayed in September 2024

Only the beds where not great

The atmosphere and whole building is magical, and so is the staff!!

Stayed in August 2024

Mattress in the standard rooms was a little soft.

Incredible view, lovely facilities, building and grounds. We enjoyed the pool and minimal fuss bar. A great place to relax and feel as if you have the place to yourself and 15 mins drive to the beach.

Stayed in August 2024

The wifi is not available in the rooms. Only common area. Parking is cramped but available for free on the street. The room was rather small but the view was incredible.

The place is amazing! Beautiful setting. A traditional building with great attention to details both indoor and in the garden. Lovely sitting rooms. The best breakfast... and breakfast room!!! The staff went above and beyond to accommodate special requests.

Stayed in August 2024

As said before, rooms are a bit outdated, and the place is in the middle of the high hills, far from everything reacheable by foot. This last point is not negative per se, for us was ok, but some not well informed guests might find this as a negative point.

The structure is a refurbished old villa high on the hills. Rooms are clean (even if a bit outdated). The biggest added value is the included dinner restaurant: two main choices (meat or fish), which vary every evening... every time very well cooked, tasty and abundant, for a very reasonable price.

Stayed in July 2024

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Amazing hotel with I would come back to the same one 100% . The staff was hands down the best I ever experienced, they was doing everything to make you feel very welcome. Hotel itself and the rooms was the best I ever stayed⭐️

Stayed in August 2024

Excellent breakfast

Stayed in July 2024

Nice view, a comfortable, spacious room (No. 1)and delicious breakfast:) we loved the variety of fresh fruits and self-made cakes for breakfast! Everyone was really friendly and helpful. The idea of the honest bar is cool. And the interior of the hotel is just so cozy and well-thought. Simply a place for comfortable relaxing :) The drive uphill to the hotel was a bit tricky at first, but we managed it 😄. It was the perfect place to start our honeymoon. We can highly recommend the hotel!

Stayed in July 2024

Room, staff, atmosphere. We loved it all. It totally matched the photos of the listing we booked. I can calmly say it exceeded our expectations. The location is so quiet and chill, that we finally had time to slow down. Also the cook prepared us the best poncha we had in Madeira. Absolutely recommend.

Stayed in June 2024

The dinners at the hotel were tasty and fresh, but felt quite pricey for what you got - €13 for one fairly basic pasta dish.

The hotel is a stunning old house, really well decorated and maintained in a nice secluded area. Our room was spacious and comfy with en suite, breakfast buffet is ridiculously good. Our room also had a huge balcony that was lovely with views down to the sea.

Stayed in June 2024

No such thing

Charming surroundings, amazing view, friendly staff, felt very homely!!

Stayed in May 2024

A very nice old villa. The bathroom could use some upgrade, but overall it is lovely. Be prepared - it's an old property. When the outside temperature dropped there was only an electric heater in the room which isn't really good for the air in the room.

Stayed in April 2024

Location and yummy breakfast beautiful garden fresh fruits

Stayed in May 2024

The ants

The views and flower gondola

Stayed in May 2024