Hotel Overview
The Santa Catarina Hotel is a small, charming hotel that offers a traditional Madeiran welcome to visitors in the peaceful town of Santa Cruz, on the southeast coast of the island. The hotel provides a wonderful base for a relaxing escape to beautiful Madeira, whilst its location is excellent. The hotel is in the immediate vicinity of plenty of bars, restaurants and cafés meaning that you can enjoy all of the areas nightlife without having to walk very far! The hotel is also within easy reach of a lovely pebble beach, which among the most popular on the whole south coast. Additionally, there is a bus stop just 50 metres away, providing an easy way to explore this beautiful island.
Hotel facilities include an outdoor swimming pool that is surrounded by palm trees and a selection of comfortable sun loungers. There is also a separate small pool for the younger guests. Internet access ensures that guests of the Santa Catarina Hotel can stay connected to all the news back home and there is a comfortable reading lounge and pool room onsite. Dining wise, the hotel has a refined restaurant, offering local delicacies, as well varied international cuisine. There is also a laid-back bar and ample onsite parking is provided for guests with their own vehicle.
*Please note: This hotel may not suit light sleepers as noise from airlines and the road may be heard at busy times.*
*Official rating: 3**
##Location
Situated on the southeast coast of the island, this hotel enjoys a lovely location with beautiful surroundings. Located in Santa Cruz, the hotel enjoys a peaceful location within easy reach of the beach where you can relax on the pebbly shore to soak up some rays and take a stroll along the beachfront promenade which is lined with restaurants, cafes and bars.
##Accomodation
All rooms are equipped with a television, cot (on request), telephone, satellite/cable TV, hairdryer, safe and private balcony.
Certain amenities may be payable locally.
##Eating and Drinking
The hotel's exquisite restaurant, Loural, offers a continental breakfast buffet each morning, and a table d'hôte and à la carte service for lunch. The restaurant serves authentic Madeiran cuisine, as well as international classics. There is also Bar Egenho, which provides the ideal place to unwind with a glass of wine or aperitif.
##Swimming Pools
The hotel has a swimming pool surrounded by loungers and parasols.
