The hotel is located in Pico Banda de Além, 1. 5 km from the town of Ribeira Brava and its beach. Guests will find the island's Museu Etnografico just 1. 5 km away, as well as the Igreja e Museu da Ribeira Brava and it is 15 km from Funchal. The hotel lies just 30 minutes from Funchal Airport. Thanks to the hotel's superb location, guests are assured the enjoyment of the finest views of the island. The wonderful panorama of mountains and sea will help guests to relax in this natural, quiet refuge and take advantage of the excellent service at the hotel. Renovated in 2008, this family-friendly eco hotel comprises a total of 34 rooms spread over 3 floors. Facilities on offer to guests at this air-conditioned establishment include a lobby area with a 24-hour reception and check-out service, a hotel safe, a cloakroom and lift access. It offers a reading room, a games room, a TV lounge and beautiful gardens. There is a restaurant and a bar as well as Internet access (for an additional fee) and guests can also take advantage of the room and laundry services (charges apply). Parking is available for those arriving by car. The quiet and comfortable rooms come with a private bathroom with a shower/bathtub, a hairdryer, slippers and bathrobes and offer a living area. They are equipped with satellite TV, a direct dial telephone, an Internet connection and a safe. Furthermore, individually regulated air conditioning and a balcony are provided in all accommodation as standard and all rooms have a wonderful view of the Atlantic Ocean or the mountains. This hotel features an outdoor saltwater swimming pool with a poolside snack bar, sun loungers and parasols. Sports enthusiasts may enjoy a work-out in the gym and guests can also relax in the sauna, hot tub or Turkish bath for an additional fee.