Casa Do Mercado by Heart of Funchal

We loved the cental location with so many restaurants and activities literally on the door step.The property was well equipped with lovely comfortable bed and lots of hanging space .Sadly the weather wasnt great whilst we were there. So the garden was in constant shade so we werent able to make use of it. Also there is absolutely nowhere for taxis to stop outside which made drop off and pick up tricky.We got dropped off at the other entrance to the property and neither us or the driver knew how to get there.Luckily the lovely Alex was on hand to advise. Pick up was tricky too as there was nowhere outside for driver to stop. Would be better for all if arrangement was to meet taxis by the very nearby cable car stop. The decor was non existemt in that the property is just plain walls and the lighting was poor. Would have benefitted from a coat of paint and more lights. Despite that we had a good holiday , the nearby restaurants were all excellent. Selling all locally sourced beautiful fruit and vegetables and a huge quantity of excellent fresh fish readily available and the very local farmers market sells all this and much more too ,, though definitely worth a visit.Everyone that we met was very friendly and helpful and the area feels very safe, though on arrival we were a little worried there is no safe in the property, but once we settled in, realised this was probably not necessary. All in all, an enjoyable holiday, just a few little tweaks would make even better.

Mother and daughter holiday in the heart of Lisbon. On request, we had two single, very comfortable beds. The room was very nice, and spotlessly clean. We liked that it had wooden floors, and not carpets. Plenty of coat hangers and some shelves to store clothes etc. There was a fridge, and a kettle, with plenty of tea, coffee and sugar sachets, we missed some powdered milk sachets though. The bathroom had a good shower. We were on the 2 floor, and the stairs are fairly steep, but not a problem for us. The adequate breakfast was served in the reception, which is downstairs in the same building, but you have to go out of the hotel entrance and around the corner. We didn’t mind, as it’s only a couple of minutes. This is a guesthouse with only 9 rooms, and they have made the most of the original house. We found the location very central, and were able to walk to most places. The only downside was the noise from the neighbouring bars, mostly on Saturday, even with our windows closed. The staff were very pleasant and helpful, both Maria and Pedro. Pedro helped us get some Fado tickets on request. We would have stayed there again.

Beautiful property, extra 15.00 for parking a day. Street parking is challenging

Poor parking conditions Very loud music from bars till 3 am

Great apartment in a great location! The apartment and our host were both fabulous. The location is close to many shops, restaurants, and the water, but is fairly quiet because the units face an inner garden instead of the street.

The apartment was well situated in the heart of the old town just off the famous santa maria street with painted doors and fabulous restaurants. The apartment was very comfortable and we used all the space! the balcony was the best part. The noise at night is a challenge - if you are a light sleeper, this is not for you. The taberna madeira bar is behind the property and is very loud until 2am. The bathroom could use a bigger sink and storage area - made it a bit cumbersume, but all the decor is lovely and the couch is comfortable. Very close to the cable car as well and taxi stand....a great location.