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Funchal Centre, harbour view - The Boats Apartment

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Balcony
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Livingroom and dining area and kitchen
Livingroom and dining area and kitchen
Livingroom and dining area and kitchen

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Off-street parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Internet access

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Funchal Centre, harbour view - The Boats Apartment

This 2-bedroom apartment, completely renovated in a modern style, offers total comfort and ideal conditions for remote work or a well-deserved city vacation. Whether alone, as a couple, or as a family, this property is prepared to accommodate different travel contexts. The apartment enjoys excellent natural light in all areas, and the contemporary décor creates a relaxed and harmonious environment, combining practicality and functionality for a truly comfortable stay.

Perfectly located for accessibility to services and transport, the apartment is close to public parks, transportation, restaurants, bars, and a variety of cultural activities. The living room features both a lounge and dining area, and the two bedrooms (each with a double bed) and two bathrooms (one en suite) allow for a maximum occupancy of 4 people. The balcony, accessible from both the living room and bedrooms, is ideal for enjoying breakfast outdoors, soaking up the sun, or simply relaxing with fantastic sea, mountain, or garden views. The open-plan kitchen is fully equipped, ensuring you have everything you need for your stay.

Wi-Fi and air conditioning are available throughout the apartment. Private parking is accessible inside the building.

AREA
Located in the center of Funchal, Madeira Island, the property is ideally situated for exploring the city. Nearby attractions include the CR7 Museum, Funchal Marina, Santa Catarina Park, the Municipal Garden of Funchal, Baltazar Dias Theatre, the Electricity Museum, the 3D Fun Art Museum, the Cruzes Museum and viewpoint, and Blandy Wines for Madeira wine tastings. The apartment is also perfectly positioned for access to public transportation and exploring other points of interest on the island. A wide range of restaurants and bars are just minutes away, and the cable car to Monte or the Botanical Garden is within walking distance (15 minutes).

Madeira offers activities for all tastes, from cultural and nature-based experiences to more adventurous pursuits.

GETTING AROUND
The best option to reach the property is by transfer, which can be arranged with local partners and is more affordable than airport taxis. If you rent a car, any navigation app will easily guide you to the address.

ACCESS TO PROPERTY
Guests have access to all areas of the property.

INTERACTION
The team is always available to help or answer questions, with an app provided for guests containing important property and local information.

OTHER OBSERVATIONS
- All guests must present a valid ID (passport or identity card) as required by Portuguese law.
- Check-in must be scheduled in advance (at least 48 hours prior); otherwise, it is subject to team availability.
- Bed linen and towels are provided. Baby cot, high chair, and baby bath are available on request. The property is equipped with a first aid kit, extinguishers, and a fire blanket.

ATTENTION
A Tourist Fee of €2.00 per person/night (aged 13 or over), up to a maximum of 7 nights (€14.00 per person/stay), will be charged. A payment link will be provided upon arrival.

HOUSE RULES

To ensure a pleasant stay for everyone, we ask that you observe a few simple rules.

• Smoking is not permitted inside the property.
• Parties or events are not permitted.
• We ask that you be considerate of the neighbours and keep noise levels down, especially at night.

The property may be equipped with a smart sensor (Minut) that monitors noise, smoke, and temperature levels, solely for safety reasons. This system does not record conversations or collect personal data. Should abnormal levels be detected, you may receive a message from our team asking you to check the situation.

In accordance with Portuguese law, all guests must present valid identification for registration.

A municipal tourist tax may be charged (€2 per person per night, up to a maximum of 7 nights).

Check-in: from 4 pm. Early check-in is subject to availability and payment of a fee.
Check-out: by 12:00. Late check-out is subject to availability and payment of a fee.

By making a booking, the guest accepts the house rules and terms of stay.

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About the area

Funchal

Located in Funchal, this apartment is in the mountains and by the ocean. Funchal Municipal Garden and CR7 Museum are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit La Vie Shopping Center and Avenida do Mar. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Estádio do Marítimo or Madeira Stadium.
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Funchal, Madeira

What's nearby

  • Funchal Municipal Garden - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Funchal Marina - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • CR7 Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Madeira Casino - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Town Square - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beerhouse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Ritz Madeira - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪FX Restaurant & Sports Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gruta Café E Restaurante - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Arbor Food & Coffee - ‬4 min walk

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 32 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you to the owners and managers of this apartment. My family and I had a very enjoyable stay, the online description is accurate and the location is the best you could ask for in this lovely town.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that your stay at our property was more than pleasant. Your feedback is valuable to us. We hope to have the privilege of hosting you again at An Island Apart!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Joachim O.

Nice stay with a few downsides

Nice stay with a few deficiencies
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2025
Thank you for your detailed feedback. We're glad the check-in was convenient and that you enjoyed our central location. We apologize for the inconvenience with the carpet and balcony cleanliness and appreciate your patience while we addressed it. We’ll ensure these issues are resolved more promptly. We’ve also noted your comment about the dishwasher for future improvements. Your feedback helps us improve, and we hope to welcome you again soon.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Sumit K.

1 week stay

Great stay..cleanliness could be improved
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr 2025
Thank you for your review and your feedback. We're glad to hear that you had a great stay and enjoyed our check-in process, comfort, communication, eco-friendliness, facilities, location, and staff. We appreciate your comment about the cleanliness and we will use it to improve our services in this aspect for future stays. Your feedback is invaluable to us. Thank you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Location in Funchal.

We enjoyed our stay in the heart of Funchal right on the harbour.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan 2023
Hi Ron. Many thanks for your positive feedback. We are glad that it was a pleasant stay. You will always be welcome at our properties and we are looking forward to see you soon . Kind Regards. Ligia Lopes
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice apartment with view

Perfect stay that was close to a park and marina.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2024
Lisa thank you for sharing your detailed feedback with us. Your input is highly valued. We are delighted to know that you had a great stay, and you're always welcome at our properties.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Boats was great

Place was as advertised. Great location in town. Great views of the ocean.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2024
Thank you for your nice words, it means a lot for us. You will always be welcome at our properties
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

A lovely apartment in the centre of Funchal.

A lovely centrally located apartment - great for discovering everything that Funchal has to offer.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Feb 2024
Richard your feedback is incredibly valuable to us. You're always welcome back, and we're excited to provide another fantastic experience during your next stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Inge C.

Great location.

We will be returning at some point. Thank you for an excellent holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2024
Hello Inge, we appreciate you sharing your positive experience! It's heartwarming to know your stay was pleasant. Our properties are here for your return whenever you wish.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Bartosz M.

December stay

Really comfortable and we'll equipped appartament
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Dec 2023
Hello Bartosz we appreciate your kind words. It's wonderful to hear that you had a pleasant stay with us. Please remember that our properties are always open to you.
Verified

8/10 Good

Teresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Funchal

We loved the location of our Funchal rental. We walked everywhere within the city. The balcony was a perfect place to sit in the morning and evening.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct 2024
Thank you for your review. We are thrilled to hear you loved the location and enjoyed our balcony, it is indeed a perfect place to relax in the morning and evening. Your feedback is truly appreciated as it helps us ensure we are providing the best possible experience for our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit. Best Regards An Island Apart Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great views, great location

Cleean, well appointed flat with a wrap around balcony giving views across the harbour, the nearby park and up to the hills behind. Plenty of patio furniture and when it gets too hot, the flat has efficient air conditioning. In short, an excellent place to spend a holiday
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2025
Thank you for your glowing review! We're delighted to hear how much you enjoyed your stay at our "An Island Apart" property, particularly the clean, well-appointed flat and the stunning views from the balcony. We're also pleased that the air conditioning contributed to your comfortable stay. Your feedback is valued and appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another excellent holiday in the future. Best Regards An Island Apart Team
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lucie M.

lovely apartment in the heart of Funchal

Best location ever! no need to walk up any hills if you dont want too! We loved our stay, every thing we needed from a holiday apartment.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2023
Hello Lucie, Many thanks for your positive feedback. We are glad that it was a pleasant stay. You will always be welcome at our properties and we are looking forward to see you soon 🙂
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARTIN F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent apartment, great location.

Would have liked to have been able to check in earlier. Overall location and apartment excellent and was above expectations
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2022
Martin thank you! You will always be welcome at our properties :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location with an amazing view!

This apartment was perfect for our stay. We loved beginning and ending each day on the wrap-around balcony watching the cruises ships come and go. The location was ideal. It is close to a supermarket and shopping center. Easy walking distance to shops, restaurants, museums, etc.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

George C.

Perfect experience!

We can’t recommend this rental enough! Just perfect in every way. First class host. Perfect location. Beautiful apartment. When we go back to Madeira - we will stay here.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2023
Hello George, Many thanks for your positive feedback. We are glad that it was a pleasant stay. You will always be welcome at our properties and we are looking forward to see you soon :)
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Beryl S.

Noise can be very disturbing

A lot of building noise in the area plus in the building itself
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. I am glad to hear that you found our staff communicative and the cleanliness and location to your satisfaction. However,we are sorry to hear about the issues you've encountered. We will also consider your suggestion regarding the mattress and pillows. Your feedback is invaluable to us as it helps us improve. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you better in the future.
Verified

8/10 Good

Barbara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

The Boats

Good location, good view. However, building works on the floor directly above made noise an issue. Check before booking
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Feb 2023
Hi Barbara. Many thanks for your positive feedback. We are glad that it was a pleasant stay. You will always be welcome at our properties and we are looking forward to see you soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre P.

Amazing apartment

We had a fantastic stay at The Boats Apartments. The location was excellent. We loved the large balcony with views of the sea and mountains. The apartment was spotlessly clean and very well equipped. We had a slight problem gaining access to the property, but the representative from An Island Apart, who manage the property, was with us 2 minutes after making a call for help. Overall we were extremely impressed and would love to stay again in the future.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2023
Hello Deirdre, Many thanks for your positive feedback. We are glad that it was a pleasant stay. You will always be welcome at our properties and we are looking forward to see you soon 🙂
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Helen G.

The potential to be wonderful but investment needed.

The apartment has a fantastic location in central Funchal with wonderful views over Santa Catarina park and the port. We loved watching the cruise ships sailing in and out. The apartment is quite spacious, modern and reasonably well equipped, although a dishwasher would be an improvement. With some simple improvements and investment we wouldn’t hesitate to stay again. Sadly our experience was less than perfect as the exterior of the building is in quite a poor state of repair, with a partly crumbling facade. Hopefully there are plans to attend to this. The sofa covers are stained and appear dirty as is the fabric headboard in the main bedroom. The outdoor planters (on the wonderful balcony) are full of dead plants which sets a poor tone. Why not use artificial foliage or at least remove the current sorry display? Overall the apartment has the potential to be wonderful. The location and views are superb and we’d happily stay again if these matters are attended to.
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience and feedback. We’re pleased to hear that you enjoyed the location, views, space and overall equipment of the apartment. We sincerely apologise for the issues you mentioned regarding cleanliness and the condition of some elements of the property. Your comments are very important to us and will be taken into account. We will address the sofa covers and headboard, review the comfort of the beds, and consider your suggestion regarding a dishwasher. The exterior areas you mentioned are also planned for repair. Thank you again for your constructive feedback. It helps us improve, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future.
Verified

8/10 Good

Livio G.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Very nice Apartment

The apartment is very nice and was clean. Chek-In was a bit complicated because the keys were not in the Keybox and they were still cleaning the aprtment. But when Hugo arrived with the keys he showed us everything. Is also perfect when you have a car, because you can park in the shopping centre. Overall we liked this apartment very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Hello Livio, Many thanks for your positive feedback. We are glad that it was a pleasant stay. You will always be welcome at our properties and we are looking forward to see you soon :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel V.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

Once we got checked in, which was a bit chaotic, the stay was exactly what we hoped for. The unit was clean and looks like the photos. The location is superb. Parking is close by. We only received 1 key card which was a problem (with 4 adults going different directions) which never was resolved. This is my only complaint. Apparently, the renters before us did not return the 2nd card and an additional card was not available to us. The beds were comfortable and clean. Communication with the property manager was easy, with quick replies. I would rent from them again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Oct 2024
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear you found the property clean, comfortable, and well-located, and that our communication met your expectations. We apologize for the inconvenience of having only one key card. We understand how this can be challenging for a group and will work on providing more key cards for future guests. Thanks again for your kind words and feedback. We look forward to hosting you again at An Island Apart! Best Regards An Island Apart Team
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Cindy E.

Deferred maintenance

The location could not be better in the old town of Funchal, and the unit has fabulous views. Unfortunately only one keycard was available and you cannot enter the gated grounds or use the elevator to reach the 5th (American 6th) floor without a keycard. Staying together for 3 weeks was complicated at times, and given that the unit is advertised for 4 people it would truly be difficult. There were many plumbing issues including a shower drain that was not properly installed. It is sad that we cannot provide a glowing review for this beautiful apartment that needs attention.
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Feb 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the views and our central location. We apologize for the issues you encountered with the keycard and plumbing, and we understand how frustrating this must have been. Your comments about maintenance and eco-friendliness are noted, and we will address these concerns. We appreciate your understanding and hope to welcome you again in the future
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Byron T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely positioned apartment in Madiera

Amazing apartment with views over the cruise ship terminal, two bedrooms, two bathrooms with a wrap around terrace two minutes away from the shops, bars and restaurants, only downside was there was no swimming pool and in a resort with no beaches we did miss one Management team of Francesco and Beatrice were so helpful, we got to the apartment four hours early and was hoping for some where to leave our luggage but when we called Beatrice she came down and gave us the keys so we could have the apartment early, we hired a car and the apartment has a dedicated parking space in an underground garage around two hundred metres away but the entry card would not work he then came back to the car park to rectify really so helpful would definitely return to the island Beautiful promenade to walk with lots of greenery to stop and rest with a beautiful park opposite the apartment Byron Wales
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2023
Hello Byron, Thank you for your detailed feedback. It’s really important for us. We are glad to know you enjoyed your stay with us. You will always be welcome at our properties :)
Verified

2/10 Terrible

David C.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Definitely not a Super Host

We were incredibly disappointed in our stay and ended up leaving our vacation early. Upon arrival at the apartment, we noted that there was only 1 bathroom not 2 bathrooms as listed. When we took our first shower, the shower drain was not working and the bathroom and nearby bedroom flooded. We contacted the property manager to alert them of the issue and used the few towels they provided to mop up as much water as possible. We did not hear any response for 5 hours and when we got a reply there were no specifics on when the situation would be resolved. Unfortunately, a cleaning crew did not show up until 12 hours later. We asked the property manager to re-arrange our airport transportation, but they were a no-show on the morning of our departure. There was ongoing daily construction on the floor above us. For the one available bathroom, there was no shade on a large window next to the shower exposing the user to a busy street below.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Mar 2023
Hi David. Many thanks for your feedback. Unfortunately some of the situations you mentioned, we do not have the power to control them. We always try our best to help and provide the best comfort to all our guests and as quick as we can. We regret that it was not the best experience for you but You will always be welcome at our properties and we are looking forward to see you soon.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jürgen T.

Sehr schöne Lokation

Das Apartment ist super. Es liegt sehr zentral. Leider ist es auch aus dem Grund etwas lauter.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Apr 2026
Thank you very much for your kind review! We are delighted to hear that you had a pleasant stay. Your feedback is valuable to us. We look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back in the near future
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