# 1 of 31 hotels in Caniço (Santa Cruz)

Villa Opuntia(4 stars)

Rua Miradouro Da Falésia 7, 9125-034 Caniço de Baixo Madeira Portugal Show map
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  • Great holiday (15)
    "Great holiday" found in 36 reviews
    • " Great holiday with perfect accommodation " 
      5.277777777777778
      August 2012
    • " Many thanks to the villa opuntia for the wonderful stay , it was perfect! The apartment was fully equipped, the us very positively surprised! The ... " 
      5.277777777777778
      August 2012
    • " We can the small hotel to 100% recommendable. The apartment was big and equipped with everything, with attention to ... " 
      5.25
      September 2012
    • " Pure relaxation. The hotel is not very big and is located in a cul-de-sac. The apartments all have a view of the sea. Very friendly hotel with very nice rooms. The staff are helpful, forward and very kind. Everything was very clean. ... " 
      5.6
      October 2011
    • " ... hotel is not very big and is located in a cul-de-sac. The apartments all have a view of the sea. Very friendly hotel with very nice rooms. The staff are helpful, forward and very kind. Everything was very clean . You can also stay for longer. " 
      5.6
      October 2011
    • " Feel good hotel " 
      5.708333333333333
      May 2012
    • " ... and shops easy to reach on foot. Large library for bookworms! Absolute peace! Excellent gourmet breakfast on own balcony in the morning sun enjoy, Comfortable lounge chairs by a scrupulously clean pool . Possibilities for excursions in the next proximity. Hikes! Rental car comes to the hotel. ... " 
      5.708333333333333
      May 2012
    • " We felt very much at ease ! Very friendly and unlocked staff! Very clean rooms and outdoor areas! With much attention ... " 
      6
      June 2012
    • " Great hotel " 
      5.958333333333333
      May 2012
    • " A wonderful, very clean small hotel , extremely friendly and helpful staff ( everybody speaks German), the leisure activities are ... " 
      5.958333333333333
      May 2012
    • " I during 11 days I stay felt really good from the first second on. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The room decor is very ... " 
      6
      August 2012
    • " ... at home. Cleanliness, friendliness, size of the rooms, Competence and willingness to help of the staff... Everything was just perfect. For relaxing after a hard day of hiking great suited. The small hotel is 100 meters on the Atlantic ocean in a very peaceful location in Canico de Baixo. We were ... " 
      5.527777777777778
      July 2012
    • " We can only recommend the hotel . You feel very, very comfortable in this hotel. All employees inclusive of the boss, Mr for are ... " 
      5.958333333333333
      May 2012
    • " ... for a small extra charge the gourmet breakfast to orders. We didn't use, as the standard for us more than enough was. About the hotel there were a rental car to the special price. Pool is big enough and very clean and well maintained. The garden is very nicely laid out, with a wonderful view on the atlantic ... " 
      5.833333333333333
      September 2012
    • " ... is big enough and very clean and well maintained. The garden is very nicely laid out, with a wonderful view on the atlantic ocean. Sauna and small fitness room are available, we however not used. Everything is very clean and tidy . The willingness to help and friendliness of the whole team' s is really great. In short - ... " 
      5.833333333333333
      September 2012
  • Friendly reception staff (15)
    "Friendly reception staff" found in 17 reviews
    • " ... with everything, with attention to detail( coffee machine, espresso machine, flowers, Candles, bathrobe...). The hygiene is unsurpassed, dishes, bathroom sparkling clean, perfect. The very friendly reception staff spoke perfect German and English and is very helpful. We had a car for the entire stay ( except ... " 
      5.25
      September 2012
    • " For us ( couple or children and the desire to peace) is villa Opuntia the best! Who the nightlife want, is in the wrong place here. All the, the peace and quiet, cleanliness and really nice staff search, must here! " 
      5.5
      August 2012
    • " A wonderful, very clean small hotel, extremely friendly and helpful staff ( everybody speaks German), the leisure activities are naturally because of the size limited, ... " 
      5.958333333333333
      May 2012
    • " I during 11 days I stay felt really good from the first second on. The staff are very friendly and helpful . The room decor is very tastefully and what I personally really great found was the library. ... " 
      6
      August 2012
    • " A hotel that I can definitely recommend - as only 11 rooms are available, the service is very friendly and personal, the pool is partly for yourself. The complex is very well looked after. The ... " 
      5.85
      October 2011
    • " To this hotel we would in any case go back! The staff are very friendly , the apartment very large and clean, the kitchen perfectly equipped - there is really ... " 
      5.733333333333333
      May 2012
    • " Very individual hotel in a quiet location with beautiful views of the Atlantic ocean. Very helpful staff and friendly service. From here lots of possibilities for excursions; Rental car is recommended. " 
      5.666666666666667
      February 2012
    • " ... staff all speak staff (when we were there, there were three) and the boss German. Requests are dealt with immediately. Information, advice and tips on request or than 'bill' in the room. All the staff are friendly and welcoming. Our bags were from the Hotel manager personally in our room (but fruitless due ... " 
      5.6
      July 2011
    • " A small, but fine Hotel. The complex consists of eleven spacious apartments and a studio. A delicious breakfast in your own apartment is offered. The staff were very friendly and helpful . The swimming pool is clean; there were enough pool chairs. The complex is rather unsuitable ... " 
      5.583333333333333
      November 2011
    • " A very tastefully designed hotel ( inside and outside), the nothing to be desired left: pretty Decorated in Mediterranean style, great service by very friendly, competent team, quiet comfort atmosphere. Short and sweet: everything is ... " 
      5.791666666666667
      June 2012
    • " Small area, the staff are very friendly and helpful , very competent and motivated, and also know the island very well and things to do, could be ... " 
      5.486111111111112
      October 2011
    • " Great hotel, great country, wonderful staff " 
      5.85
      August 2012
    • " Very nice hotel with really nice staff . Location immaculate ( direct sea view). The possibilities for outings are %%BLANK%% on foot, ... " 
      5.85
      August 2012
    • " Quiet hotel with good service " 
      5.208333333333333
      June 2012
    • " Altogether a hotel, the one thoroughly recommend. Throughout friendly staff , if you want, you can get helpful tips. Especially if you want their peace and quiet, the hotel ... " 
      5.208333333333333
      June 2012
  • Great view (6)
    "Great view" found in 6 reviews
    • " First time Madeira, great tips for beach, culture and hikes ( Levadas). Very warm welcome - the vacation started in the first moment. Pool top notch, very pretty and well-kept garden. Great view of all balcony! Sounds exuberant - is however so! " 
      5.916666666666667
      August 2012
    • " ... Competence and willingness to help of the staff... Everything was just perfect. For relaxing after a hard day of hiking great suited. The small hotel is 100 meters on the Atlantic ocean in a very peaceful location in Canico de Baixo. We were always very impressed, if the really nice employees in the morning ... " 
      5.527777777777778
      July 2012
    • " ... recommend the hotel. You feel very, very comfortable in this hotel. All employees inclusive of the boss, Mr for are very accommodating and their guests hard. The hotel offers from the balconies a magnificent view in the exemplary maintained Gartenlanlage with a pool, and on the ocean. " 
      5.958333333333333
      May 2012
    • " Very nice hotel in a good location " 
      5.75
      August 2012
    • " ... relaxed to enjoy. The islanders are a very friendly and helpful people, relaxed and cheerful. After a daytrip one comes into the villa Opuntia-home and enjoys a small, but fine dream hotel with a magnificent view on the sea, a very well maintained garden, perhaps a glass of wine from the well assorted bar ... " 
      5.708333333333333
      June 2012
    • " We felt right from the first day very felt at ease and appreciated the extremely friendly and informal Service. The area is wonderful and you can wonderfully relaxation. A big thumbs up to team. " 
      5.666666666666667
      May 2012
  • Not suitable for families (1)
    "Not suitable for families" found in 1 review
    • " Small, quiet and very friendly hotel with spacious apartments. Not suitable for families with children. (more for singles or couples) The service and the customer service is excellent ... " 
      5.625
      March 2011
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Hotel review overview

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Rating by categories

  • Hotel in general
    5.7
  • Room
    5.8
  • Service
    6.0
  • Location
    5.3
  • Gastronomy
    5.7
  • Sport
    5.6

Rating breakdown

  • Excellent
    125
  • Very Good
    5
  • Acceptable
    0
  • Poor
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Summary of guest reviews by categories

  • " Great hotel, great country, wonderful staff "  Read more
    5.85
    August 2012
  • " Very nice hotel with really nice staff. Location immaculate ( direct sea view). The possibilities for outings ... "  Read more
    5.85
    August 2012
  • " We felt very much at ease! Very friendly and unlocked staff! Very clean rooms and outdoor areas! With much attention ... "  Read more
    6
    June 2012
  • " We can the small hotel to 100% recommendable. The apartment was big and equipped with everything, with attention to ... "  Read more
    5.25
    September 2012
  • " Really beautiful hotel, absolute relaxation, Carpe Diem "  Read more
    5.791666666666667
    April 2012
  • " We felt very good! We would at any time choose this hotel again. A really beautiful relaxed vacation with comfort ... "  Read more
    5.791666666666667
    April 2012
  • " Feel good hotel "  Read more
    5.708333333333333
    May 2012
  • " ... and shops easy to reach on foot. Large library for bookworms! Absolute peace! Excellent gourmet breakfast on own balcony in the morning sun enjoy, Comfortable lounge chairs by a scrupulously clean pool. Possibilities for excursions in the next proximity. Hikes! Rental car comes to the hotel. ... "  Read more
    5.708333333333333
    May 2012
  • " Small, but very nice hotel. Quiet location, very nice garden with pool. Comfortable guaranty! The team of the hotel is ... "  Read more
    5.833333333333333
    June 2011
  • " There was really no faults, the best hotel in which we stayed up to now. With much attention to detail, incredibly friendly, competent and ... "  Read more
    6
    September 2012
  • " We really enjoyed the stay. We were right friendly welcomes. On wishes ( for example other mattress) were directly ... "  Read more
    5.583333333333333
    June 2012
  • " Well-Kept hotel in a quiet location with an unobstructed view of the Atlantic ocean. Very friendly and helpful ... "  Read more
    5.7
    February 2012
  • " ... athletic or relaxed to enjoy. The islanders are a very friendly and helpful people, relaxed and cheerful. After a daytrip one comes into the villa Opuntia-home and enjoys a small, but fine dream hotel with a magnificent view on the sea, a very well maintained garden, perhaps a glass of wine from ... "  Read more
    5.708333333333333
    June 2012
  • " ... could in all peace breakfast. A short phone call at reception and the staff brings the breakfast quickly into the room. We felt evenings more often something even cooked, since the small kitchen well equipped is, for example with salt, pepper and sugar, a NESPRESSO, kettle, Toaster, pots and pans, ... "  Read more
    5.166666666666667
    September 2012
  • " A small, but fine Hotel. The complex consists of eleven spacious apartments and a studio. A delicious breakfast in your ... "  Read more
    5.583333333333333
    November 2011
  • " Small, quiet and very friendly hotel with spacious apartments. Not suitable for families with children. (more for singles or couples) The service and the customer service is excellent ... "  Read more
    5.625
    March 2011
  • " ... relaxed to enjoy. The islanders are a very friendly and helpful people, relaxed and cheerful. After a daytrip one comes into the villa Opuntia-home and enjoys a small, but fine dream hotel with a magnificent view on the sea, a very well maintained garden, perhaps a glass of wine from the well assorted bar ... "  Read more
    5.708333333333333
    June 2012
  • " We felt right from the first day very felt at ease and appreciated the extremely friendly and informal Service. The area is wonderful and you can wonderfully relaxation. A big thumbs up to team. "  Read more
    5.666666666666667
    May 2012
  • " Very nice hotel in a good location "  Read more
    5.75
    August 2012
  • " ... Competence and willingness to help of the staff... Everything was just perfect. For relaxing after a hard day of hiking great suited. The small hotel is 100 meters on the Atlantic ocean in a very peaceful location in Canico de Baixo. We were always very impressed, if the really nice employees in the morning ... "  Read more
    5.527777777777778
    July 2012
  • " ... recommend the hotel. You feel very, very comfortable in this hotel. All employees inclusive of the boss, Mr for are very accommodating and their guests hard. The hotel offers from the balconies a magnificent view in the exemplary maintained Gartenlanlage with a pool, and on the ocean. "  Read more
    5.958333333333333
    May 2012
  • " First time Madeira, great tips for beach, culture and hikes ( Levadas). Very warm welcome - the vacation started in the first moment. Pool top notch, very pretty and well-kept garden. Great view of all balcony! Sounds exuberant - is however so! "  Read more
    5.916666666666667
    August 2012
  • " Stylish, quiet hotel mile great view of the sea "  Read more
    5.75
    July 2012
  • " The peace and quiet we were looking for, we have stayed in great environment found. The atmosphere of the hotel with only wenígen Appertements is almost informal and very ... "  Read more
    5.75
    July 2012
  • " ... reach, to Funchal it was only 15 minutes. The complex us everything, a spacious studio with a very nice balcony at the back and view of the see, on the US morning the breakfast was served. All of the staff are very attentive, very helpful and gives an easy going atmosphere, we felt very good pampered. Only small ... "  Read more
    5.75
    August 2012
  • " ... us because of the many good restaurants didn't use it). The offered breakfast was very good and on the room serves (the continental breakfast is after 2 weeks where appropriate, monotonous ). The staff are attentive and helpful. Very good instruction to events, hikes, pub special features, etc.. In the Hotel ... "  Read more
    5.75
    June 2012
  • " We can only recommend this hotel, very attentive and competent staff, everything was meticulously Clean, great breakfast, one completely felt at ease. Big praise ... "  Read more
    5.875
    July 2012
  • " Great hotel, great country, wonderful staff "  Read more
    5.85
    August 2012
  • " Very nice hotel with really nice staff. Location immaculate ( direct sea view). The possibilities for outings are %%BLANK%% on foot, ... "  Read more
    5.85
    August 2012
  • " A hotel that I can definitely recommend - as only 11 rooms are available, the service is very friendly and personal, the pool is partly for yourself. The complex is very well looked after. The ... "  Read more
    5.85
    October 2011
  • " ... with everything, with attention to detail( coffee machine, espresso machine, flowers, Candles, bathrobe...). The hygiene is unsurpassed, dishes, bathroom sparkling clean, perfect. The very friendly reception staff spoke perfect German and English and is very helpful. We had a car for the entire stay ( except ... "  Read more
    5.25
    September 2012
  • " Small area, the staff are very friendly and helpful, very competent and motivated, and also know the island very well and things to do, could be ... "  Read more
    5.486111111111112
    October 2011
  • " ... staff all speak staff (when we were there, there were three) and the boss German. Requests are dealt with immediately. Information, advice and tips on request or than 'bill' in the room. All the staff are friendly and welcoming. Our bags were from the Hotel manager personally in our room (but fruitless due ... "  Read more
    5.6
    July 2011
  • " Well-Kept hotel in a quiet location with an unobstructed view of the Atlantic ocean. Very friendly and helpful staff. The apartments are fully equipped, Wi-Fi is free available. Very recommendable! "  Read more
    5.7
    February 2012
  • " A small, but fine Hotel. The complex consists of eleven spacious apartments and a studio. A delicious breakfast in your own apartment is offered. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The swimming pool is clean; there were enough pool chairs. The complex is rather unsuitable ... "  Read more
    5.583333333333333
    November 2011
  • " To this hotel we would in any case go back! The staff are very friendly, the apartment very large and clean, the kitchen perfectly equipped - there is really ... "  Read more
    5.733333333333333
    May 2012
  • " Quiet hotel with good service "  Read more
    5.208333333333333
    June 2012
  • " Altogether a hotel, the one thoroughly recommend. Throughout friendly staff, if you want, you can get helpful tips. Especially if you want their peace and quiet, the hotel ... "  Read more
    5.208333333333333
    June 2012
  • " I during 11 days I stay felt really good from the first second on. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The room decor is very tastefully and what I personally really great found was the library. ... "  Read more
    6
    August 2012
  • " A very tastefully designed hotel ( inside and outside), the nothing to be desired left: pretty Decorated in Mediterranean style, great service by very friendly, competent team, quiet comfort atmosphere. Short and sweet: everything is ... "  Read more
    5.791666666666667
    June 2012
  • " Wonderful small hotel with very friendly staff. The breakfast immediately after call to the room delivered. Continental breakfast already very ... "  Read more
    5.833333333333333
    August 2012
  • " For us ( couple or children and the desire to peace) is villa Opuntia the best! Who the nightlife want, is in the wrong place here. All the, the peace and quiet, cleanliness and really nice staff search, must here! "  Read more
    5.5
    August 2012
  • " ... we quite many tried and recommend. In the apartment is a list, in which you daily a new restaurant can pick. On foot we recommend the restaurant villa Ventural, which about minutes reachable and very good food prepared. Last recommendation: Whoever's interested in the villa Opuntia decides, should over ... "  Read more
    5.708333333333333
    July 2012
  • " Small area, the staff are very friendly and helpful, very competent and motivated, and also know the island very well and things to do, could be very good advice. The breakfast was excellent and varied, for example every day there was something something different, rolls etc., and it ... "  Read more
    5.486111111111112
    October 2011
  • " ... ( highway) very good, bus we didn't try. Nearby there are smaller shops for the coerced, for larger purchases you have to drive to canico. A restaurant does not exist, the optional breakfast ( very tasty and sufficient) will in the room or on the terrace served. "  Read more
    5.958333333333333
    May 2012
  • " We can only recommend this hotel, very attentive and competent staff, everything was meticulously Clean, great breakfast, one completely felt at ease. Big praise to the hotel management. "  Read more
    5.875
    July 2012
  • " ... of the sea. The hotel belongs to an Austrian. The location is very calm - perfect if you want to rent a car. Shops are reachable by car. One can especially highlight the personal service - from good restaurant tips to advice where the weather is best during the day as well as the best way to cook ... "  Read more
    5.85
    October 2011
  • " The staff at the reception was very helpful and very friendly, all speak German. The rooms are very clean, the maids are very thorough, it was cleaned even the kitchen and dishwasher removed, we stayed ... "  Read more
    5.4
    September 2011
  • " ... the service is very friendly and personal, the pool is partly for yourself. The complex is very well looked after. The studio rooms are big and very well furnished - all have a terrace or a balcony with a view of the sea. The hotel belongs to an Austrian. The location is very calm - perfect if you want to rent ... "  Read more
    5.85
    October 2011
  • " We can the small hotel to 100% recommendable. The apartment was big and equipped with everything, with attention to detail( coffee machine, espresso machine, ... "  Read more
    5.25
    September 2012
  • " ... maintained garden, perhaps a glass of wine from the well assorted bar and always lovingly cared for by the wonderful team, and also from the chef of the whole! Who desire has can in the perfect equipped kitchen something delicious from the local markets itself 'brutzeln' and then on the terrace enjoy, ... "  Read more
    5.708333333333333
    June 2012
  • " ... across. With our rental car we could shortly different starting points for wonderful hikes reach, to Funchal it was only 15 minutes. The complex us everything, a spacious studio with a very nice balcony at the back and view of the see, on the US morning the breakfast was served. All of the staff ... "  Read more
    5.75
    August 2012
Heike
Germany
  • Couple
  • Age 51-55
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6.0
Rated:  
  • 2 weeks
  • Hiking / Wellness
  • Hotel recommended
More than 6 suns is not, or?There is only breakfast, but the is really great and was lovingly in the apartment served.Spacious apartments in madeirensischen colors, lovingly and tastefully furnished, well equipped kitchen, spacious bedroom and lovely bathroom. Great ones are the large balconies, all with a view of the sea.Our 5. mail we have a few beautiful holidays in the villa opuntia on Madeira spent. It was - as always - total relaxation. We know no other house-and we are vocationally much in hotels on the way, you could of course welcome, where hospitality is not an empty word … read more
Reinhard
Germany
  • Couple
  • Age 61-65
1 Other hotel reviews
5.6
Rated:  
  • 1 week
  • Hiking / Wellness
  • Hotel recommended
We experienced in the january a wonderful erholungswoche. From the first moment we have in the villa opuntia at home felt and after each hike with friends in our beautiful apartment relaxation. The staff are around accommodating, very attentive and even spoke german. In january in summer temperatures wonderful hikes something to do, Funchal in the christmas gloss to be seen and many colorful flowers can be seen for one of the at this time of the year snow used is amazing. Definitely again. … read more
5.8
Rated:  
  • 1 week
  • Hiking / Wellness
  • Hotel recommended
Were already the 3. time here. Always made to feel very comfortable. Reception very welcoming. Staff very Competent. Wishes are immediately taken care of. Wonderful covered barbecue area, where the Flue not quite work. Breakfast on own, ostseitiger terrace in the morning sun is Daily a delight. Garden was very well-kept and it blossomed constantly something else. View fantastic! The building very well planned and cozy and homey furnished. In the library there is everyone something to Browse. Pool very clean. We will be back! … read more
Katharina
Switzerland
  • Family
  • Age 56-60
1 Other hotel reviews
5.8
Rated:  
  • 1 week
  • Other
  • Hotel recommended
Quiet small hotel with a wonderful view over the atlantic ocean. We appreciated the pleasant and competent care, the extremely clean and well-equipped comfortable rooms, the breakfast service on the terrace - short : our expectations the villa opuntia is in all areas met! We felt during our stay very comfortable and in good hands. … read more
Sylvia
Holland
  • Couple
  • Age 51-55
1 Other hotel reviews
5.8
Rated:  
  • 2 weeks
  • Hiking / Wellness
  • Hotel recommended
A dream holiday for people who really need rest, everything was according to our wishes regulated. We would dearest we could have stayed longer. … read more
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Information about Villa Opuntia

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  • What the hotel offers
    Villa Opuntia is located in the countryside on top of a hill with beautiful views over the Atlantic Ocean. Villa Opuntia has a bar, terrace, solarium, sauna, gym, library and outdoor swimming pool. The subtropical garden covers and area of 700 m².
  • Location
    The hotel is located only 10 minutes from the beach and 4 km from Madeira airport.
  • Accommodation
    Villa Opuntia has 11 apartments: these are all very cozy and decorated with many colors. The apartments are furnished with a fireplace, sofa, living room and fully equipped kitchen. Free WiFi is available in the rooms. From the balcony you have stunning views over the Atlantic Ocean and the pool in the subtropical garden.
  • Food and Drink
    There is a grill where fish and steak are cooked in a traditional wood oven. There is also a small, centrally located bar.
  • Leisure
    Villa Opuntia has a separate library with books in several languages for you to relax with and enjoy. There is also a sauna, fitness room and pool. In the surrounding area you will find golf courses, diving and a spa and beauty salon.
  • Family
    The philosophy of this hotel is that everyone should feel at home. There are no separate facilities for children.
  • Other facilities and services
    - Parking - Library
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Hotel amenities

  • Luggage room
  • Non-smoking room
  • Cash machine on site
  • Hotel safe
  • Central heating
  • Car park

Room amenities

  • Satellite TV
  • Fan
  • Safe
  • Coffee and tea
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Wake up call/Alarm clock
  • Fire alarm

Gastronomy

  • Hotel bar

A choice of sports

  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor pool

Spa offers

  • Spa centre
  • Massages
  • Beauty treatments
  • Sauna
  • Number of saunas: 1

Other hotel information

  • Airport transfer
  • Shuttle bus transfer from the airport: charged
  • Multilingual
  • Car hire
  • Ocean
  • Ticket service
  • Information desk
  • Wifi
  • Free Wifi access included
  • Laundry service
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