Hotel Girassol - Suite Hotel

Hotel Girassol - Suite Hotel is a four-star all-suite hotel at Estrada Monumental 256 in the Lido and São Martinho hotel zone of Funchal, Madeira, Portugal. It stands on the main coastal avenue of the western hotel belt, a few kilometres from the old town, the Mercado dos Lavradores and the cable car to Monte, which visitors normally reach by taxi or bus. The Lido seafront is the nearest place to walk. The hotel is built around a subtropical garden and is a family-friendly property with a relaxed holiday character. Room types are junior suites, superior suites, executive suites and top executive suites, so even the entry category offers more space than a standard room, which suits families and longer stays. Listed amenities include three swimming pools, one of them for children, a subtropical garden, a restaurant and bar, a spa, free wi-fi and paid parking on reservation. The children's pool and the garden make it practical for families, while the spa gives adults a quieter option. The restaurant provides breakfast and evening meals, and the bar offers drinks by the pool and in the evening. Parking must be reserved in advance and is charged, which matters for guests hiring a car. Service is that of a mid-sized resort hotel, and the price range is the upper mid-range band, with a rating of 4.0, indicating mixed-to-good feedback. The neighbourhood has supermarkets, cafes and restaurants along the Estrada Monumental, and buses connect the zone with the centre. The airport is around 20 to 25 minutes away by road depending on traffic. Visitors can book excursions to the levadas, Monte, Câmara de Lobos and the north coast through reception or local operators. As elsewhere in the zone, the terrain is steep, so taxis are the easiest option for returning from the old town after dinner.