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Elias Garcia II, apartment in the city center

Apartment in Funchal with kitchen and balcony

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Livingroom
View from the window
Livingroom
Bedroom with king size bed
Bedroom with king size bed

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4110 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Funchal Farmers Market
  • Place, Town Square
  • Place, Funchal Marina
  • Airport, Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Elias Garcia II, apartment in the city center

This is a historical apartment in the city of Funchal, projected by the well known portuguese architect Rául Chorão Ramalho. The apartment fits in the center, overlooking the Madeiran houses to the sea and the Cathedral of Funchal - which is located just five minutes walk.
Designed in the 70s, the apartment has been completely refurbished and offers a warm, modern and contemporary decor.
Daylighting is watchword in this apartment. Both the two bedrooms, both with double beds, like the living room and kitchen have large windows that let in the sunlight throughout the space.
The windows and balcony, open to different landscapes: mountain, sea, typical roofs of the city or the Cathedral of Funchal. Here, feel the pulse of the city of Funchal in all its forms.
The materials chosen for the renovation of the apartment are modern, sturdy and stylish, offering all the comforts for a relaxing and memorable vacation.

THE NEIGHBORHOOD OVERVIEW
We are right in the city center, which is to say that there are points of interest for all sides. The Cathedral of Funchal is opposite, by the sea, and the restored old part of the city, to the left side. Following the right, the path ends at the College Largo, where the historic building of the Municipality of Funchal is the Sacred Art Museum or the College Church. But these are, of course, just some of the reference points, because at the heart of the city curiosities appear in every corner.
In the city center there are restaurants for every taste, terraces, museums, gardens and of course the city bay and large cruise ships as a backdrop.

By car, it only takes 15 minutes to get to the beach area.

GETTING AROUND
To get from/to airport, there is a aerobus stop within 3 minutes walking distance from the house or you can ask us to arrange a taxi transfer with our local and trustworthy partners. Cheaper than the airport taxis!

GUEST ACCESS
Guests have access to all areas of the property.

GUEST INTERACTION
We are always available for any concern you may have. Feel free to contact us through our local numbers or email. We will try our best to accommodate your needs! All informations on the info board at the entrance of the property.

OTHER OBSERVATIONS
- According to Portuguese law, all guests are required to present a valid ID. (passport or identity card).
- Check-in hour must be scheduled in advance. If it is not scheduled within a maximum of 48 hours before, guests will be subject to the availability of our team.
- All necessary linens and towels are provided. A cot, high chair and baby's tub can be arranged if necessary. We have a first aid kit, fire extinguishers and an anti-fire blanket on all properties.

ATTENTION
Please be advised that a Tourist Fee will be charged to all persons staying overnight in the municipality of Funchal. Thus, all customers staying in tourist resorts and/or accommodation establishments, aged 13 or over, will be charged €2.00 per person/night, up to a maximum of 7 nights and a maximum of €14.00 per person/stay. When you arrive, you will receive a link to pay this municipal tax.

HOUSE RULES
We love to make our guests feel at home! Please respect the neighbors. Smoking is not allowed inside the properties.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 32474/AL

About the area

Funchal

Funchal is home to this apartment. Funchal Sacred Art Museum and Embroidery Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Funchal Municipal Garden and Museum of Natural History. CR7 Museum and Complexo Balnear Barreirinha are also worth visiting.
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Funchal, Madeira

What's nearby

  • Funchal Town Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Funchal Farmers Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Town Square - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Funchal Marina - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • CR7 Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brunch Club - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪H.M Borges - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mya Petit Café - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ratatouille - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪the living room. - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Elias Garcia II, apartment in the city center pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Elias Garcia II, apartment in the city center?

As of 18 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elias Garcia II, apartment in the city center on 17 Dec 2025 start from AU$684.77, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Elias Garcia II, apartment in the city center?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elias Garcia II, apartment in the city center?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Elias Garcia II, apartment in the city center located?

Situated in Funchal, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Funchal Town Hall, Town Square and Funchal Sacred Art Museum. Igreja do Colegio Sao Joao Evangelista and Embroidery Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

8.0/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ian & Cathy B.

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

Great spot for a few nights

Great stay for what we were doing in Funchal. Beds are on the firmer side and could use some better pillows otherwise excellent value
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Vivian B.

Disliked: Check-in
Need Air Conditioner, was way to hot very uncomfortable to sleep
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Senhorinha D.

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

Xmas getaway

Madeira island is an amazing paradise island! We loved our stay, accommodations and location. Would suggest a little more cleaning in the upkeep of the apartment but overall stay, amazing!
Stayed 20 nights in Dec 2023
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8/10 Good

David H.

Elias review

Good but the balcony was tiny and the windows needed renewing.

8/10 Good

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mr

Great spot, you had a grocery store and restaurants nearby. Plenty of parking nearby as well.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas P.

Great place to stay in Funchal

The appartment was clean, bigger than I expected and maybe most importantly, full of light. very enjoyable.

10/10 Excellent

Al H., Calgary, Canada

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

Great property and location

We stayed for over a month and really enjoyed our time here. Highlights included the view of the hills and ocean, the short walk to markets, and lots of cafes and restaurants nearby. It was a perfect location for viewing the New Years Eve fireworks as well. The Wi-Fi was very speedy, with download speeds over 300 Mbps. Just be aware that Funchal is very hilly, and you will definitely be walking uphill every time you return to the apartment. We would definitely recommend this apartment.
Stayed 33 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Faith D., Canada

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

We were delayed for 3 days and the property was flexible in meeting us at midnight For checkin.

The apartment location and layout is wonderful. We found the windows very noisy when winds were blowing (even when closed) at night. Made sleeping difficult. Our stay was abbreviated so we decided not to stock the kitchen so it was very nice to be near restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
*Good communication with the apartment manager if you need anything or any recommendations. *Takes only a few minutes to walk to the center of town. *Safe, quiet. Nice neighbors. *Market and Bakery next door. *Very clean and comfortable for the price point. *Would have liked a ceiling fan or two, but there were constant breezes once you opened the shutters. *In spite of the open shutters, I saw very few mosquitoes (I saw two during my entire stay). *Mid-week housekeeping service was unexpected and a nice plus! **Would definitely stay here again. Very much recommended!!.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

rob d.

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

Good vacation stay

We had a very good stay here and liked the room, the cleanliness, the weekly maid service, the location (within 10 minutes walk to downtown and amenities like restaurants, tours, groceries, etc.), and the water and hillside views (2nd story unit). Note that it is an uphill climb for two blocks to get to the unit. The furniture is mostly IKEA, so not that comfortable. The appliances were good, and dishwasher and washing machine soap was provided. We looked down on a medical clinic, an office building, and a secondary school, so it's an active neighborhood during the day (street noise can be loud at times), but is quiet through the night. I give it a Good rating, not Excellent, but it could be if the furniture was better. Would we stay here again? I wouldn't rule it out, but I would also look around first to see what else is available.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2025
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6/10 Okay

isabelle D.

Elias GARCIA II / mai 2025

après les remarques d'améliorations Points ++ L' appartement est lumineux et spacieux, la vue est dégagée. Sa situation géographique est idéale, nous avons pu nous rendre à pieds au mercado ou au centre de la vieille ville. Si besoin de se déplacer en bus, dans la rue Elias il y a un arrêt de bus

8/10 Good

isabelle D.

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

fyunchal

la situation géographique de l'appartement est très bien, spacieux et lumineux
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Helmuth H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

1 Woche Madeira

Unterkunft gut gelegen, fussläufig zum Zentrum Funchal. Unterkunft selbst geräumig, Küche iin gutem Zustand, Betten sehr gut. Der Rest bedarf z.T. eines Refreshing (Abstoßsingen), der klitzekleine Balkon ist ein absolutes Ärgernis ( vertrocknete Pflanzen, alles voller Taubendreck,) ekelhaft
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helena S.

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

Ótima estadia

Fomos muito bem recebidos pelo Sr Décio, que nos fez o check-in amavelmente, muito antes da hora prevista. Deu-nos todas as indicações necessárias, parques de estacionamento, supermercados etc A casa estava bem limpa e as fotos descrevem-na bem. A sala tem vista fantástica para vários lados do Funchal- montanha, mar, teleférico, etc. Apartamento equipado q,b. para uma semana de férias em família. Sugiro que incluam pequena reserva de detergente para se poder usar a máquina da roupa. Muito gratos por tudo. Foi uma semana muito agradável. Recomendamos o apartamento.☺️
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sonja G.

Super

Top ausgestattete, geschmackvoll eingerichtete, großzügige Wohnung mit Ausblick 😊 Picobello sauber, zusätzliche gründliche Zwischenreinigung. Es hat an gar nichts gefehlt!

8/10 Good

Stefan R.

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

Wohnung in Ordnung

Wohnung war nicht wirklich sauber. Wir missten sogar Mittel zum säubern aller Abläufe in den Bädern kaufen und es hat trotzdem noch immer schrecklich gerochen. Zudem war es am Morgen enorm Lauft von der Strasse und der angrenzenden Liegenschaft. Der Kontakt zu AIA war angenehm und gut.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

CAROLYN W.

Elias Garcia is a great location

The apartment was clean, bright and Spacious. It was also very well managed by An Island Apart.
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10/10 Excellent

Raits M.

Elias Garcia II - An Island Apart

We stayed at Elias Garcia II apartments for almost two weeks. The property is clean, well-maintained and placed conveniently a few minutes walk from downtown Funchal. The kitchen has all the necessary appliances (well-functioning), and there is a good Internet connection. Also, the staff was helpful and responsive, and we experienced no difficulties during our stay or with the check-in (we required assistance due to a change in our flight itinerary), check-out or transfer from and to the airport. To conclude, it was a reasonably priced stay for a family of four!
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10/10 Excellent

Miroslav K.

Holiday on Madeira

The apartment is really well equipped, roomy and tidy. It is located in a walk away distance from city centre. The communication was brisk.
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10/10 Excellent

Saana M.

Super nice

Very nice apartment in the middle of Funchal. Everything was so close by. The parking pass didn't work but we didn't mind because parking garages in Funchal are really cheap anyway. The apartment was really clean and nicely decorated. The host was also really nice to us and we could always contact her for any question.
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8/10 Good

Sonia B.

1° vez na Madeira

Gostei muito da Madeira e o local de alojamento esta muito bem situado e tem todas as condições. Estavamos como em casa só a tv nao funcionava e a água quente para o banho não era suficiente
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Raymond W.

Lovely place to stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our week in this apartment. It has lovely views in two directions, one in the direction of the sea, where you can view whichcruise ships are in the harbour and the other uphill to the west of the mountain on which Funchal is situated. The combined living room and kitchen is spacious and is furnished with colourful Ikea furniture. The bathroom has a shower which provides instant hot water. The two bedrooms benefit of waking up to from the early morning sun. The kitchen is well equipped with kitchen implements, a dishwaher and washing machine. The secure parking was opposite the apartment building. It was a challenge to successfully maneuvour into the reserved parking space. The location of the apartment is perfect for access to Central Funchal (a 10 minute walk) and there are very good bakeries and cafes in the immediate area.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nina L.

Great apartment!!!

Liked everything!!! Very spacious and comfortable apartments with a beautiful view from the window. very clean. The apartments have all the necessities of life. not far from the seafront promenade, restaurants, supermarkets (5-7 minutes walk). The house has a cafeteria with fresh bread and pastries. wi fi worked well. Thank you Carolina for its attention and concern to us. Great pleasure to once again return.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Piotr J.

Elias Garcia II

Thank for great time we spend there in this cosy and pleasant apartment. Piotr
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Didi L.

The apartment was really stunning and beautifully furnished. Exactly what was represented in the...

The apartment was really stunning and beautifully furnished. Exactly what was represented in the description and pictures. Good location and a short walk into town. Also quiet good area. Thanks for a lovely stay. Didi

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