Monte Carlo

Recent Reviews: 303

• User:824marcopolo

  Trip type: Solo travel

  A jewel in Funchal

  18 Feb 2026

  I arrived at this hotel without a booking, due to its proximity to the local hospital where my mother had been admitted. As a female traveller, I immediately felt at home in this hotel, thanks to Harri & Marcia the receptionists who were warm, kind and very helpful throughout my stay. They are a huge asset to this hotel and give it a personal, welcoming feel. Although I experienced a few maintenance issues with my room which were quickly rectified, the history & quirky nature of the hotel and family feel more than compensated for any inconvenience. The peace, tranquility and vista from the hotel's terrace are truly amazing and will be etched in my memory for many years to come. I have very fond memories of my stay at Hotel Monte Carlo and hope to visit again before too long. Thank you Harri & Marcia!

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• User:AnnieRoberts1

  Trip type: Couples

  A delightful slice of history with the friendliest staff.

  24 Mar 2025

  A lovely, good value, central hotel that is an antidote to all the chain glass and concrete edifices in the hotel zone.It's immediate attraction are the incredible views over Funchal from it's perch on the hillside. However the delightful staff really made our stay special. Super-friendly and always caring to go the extra mile to make sure we were happy.We would definitely stay here again on a repeat trip to Madeira.

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• User:567almak

  Trip type: Family

  Not your average pile you in hotel, no way.

  04 Jun 2024

  Absolutely loved this place !! But beware. !! Not for the faint hearted. !! Room 35 recommended but we didn't get that one. Supermarket 500 meters away for supplies. Pool with eagles and cruise ships. This must be the most value for money offer going.

• User:Cláudia A

  Trip type: Solo travel

  Worst experience ever

  26 Feb 2024

  I travel solo since March 2010 and this was my worst experience ever.Room: It is terrible, in the annex, not in the main building. No internet, no TV, no AC, no fridge, no hair dryer, no kettle, no shampoo in the bathroom. There is a horrible smell in the room. The toilet does not work well. The ink is falling down. The light is insufficient. There are warnings forbidding so many things that I wondered if this was some kind of prison. Even the key to the room as a horrible aspect. I did not take any pictures. All I want is to forget.Reception: Terrible too. The floor makes noise, Some members of the staff were unfriendly. At about 8:30 I would go out and only come back after dark. Breakfast: The worst ever. I had better in hostels. Instead of fresh fruit, there was canned fruit. The bread was horrible. On the third day I quit it. There was no sweetener. The eggs were not fully cooked.This stay was a total nightmare. I could not relax at any time. Not even watch a movie, since there was no TV and no internet.

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• User:Maxnem

  Trip type: Couples

  Diabolical Experience

  22 Jan 2024

  My recent stay at Monte Carlo ‘Hotel’ was nothing short of diabolical. From the moment we entered our assigned hotel room, we were greeted by an offensive odor that permeated the air. The room itself was far from what we had paid for, as the hotel management failed to even provide a basic double bed, let alone a comfortable and clean one. The overall state of the room was appalling, with tatty, old furnishings and an undeniable lack of cleanliness.The breakfast experience was equally disheartening. This was the most cheapest quality breakfast we’ve ever come across, with the poorest quality bread, fruit which was past its used by date, and very below standard. Despite informing the hotel reception of our dietary restrictions, our requests were blatantly disregarded. The kitchen staff's lack of hygiene while handling food was not only unprofessional but also deeply concerning. Whilst we were waiting for clean cups to be brought out the Indian worker in the kitchen was picking his spots blatantly in front of us, and thereafter cutting the fruit. Furthermore, the hotel's misleading claim of Wi-Fi availability only in public areas reflects a lack of transparency and fails to meet the expectations of modern travelers.The hotel's location also proved to be inconvenient and misrepresented. The uphill trek from the town center, compounded by the lack of accessibility from the airport bus, made reaching the hotel a cumbersome ordeal. This crucial information was conveniently omitted from the hotel's marketing materials, leading to a significant inconvenience for guests.But that wasn’t all, even to get to the rooms most of which are in outbuildings. You have to treck up and down in the outer space of the property to get your to your room potentially.To top it all off, the absence of hot water from the outset of our stay, followed by a sudden disconnection without prior notice ‘from the owners’ was utterly unacceptable. The management's failure to communicate such a fundamental issue l prompted by ourselves to front desk ‘Pedro’ further demonstrates a lack of consideration for customer experience.In addition to these issues, upon arrival at the hotel, we were surprised to find notices in the lift stating that no outside food or drink could be brought into the hotel. This policy meant that if guests wanted to sit on the terrace and have a drink or a cup of tea or coffee when returning to their rooms, there were no facilities available.Furthermore, the complete lack of professionalism and accountability displayed by the hotel's management was equally distressing. Instead of addressing our legitimate concerns, the management seemed more interested in self indulgence on the terrace and consuming alcohol. When we expressed our profound disappointment with the numerous issues we encountered, they even went so far as to suggest that we leave the property.On the third day of our stay, the situation reached an even more disconcerting level when the owners, in an evidently inebriated state, called us in a disarrayed manner regarding the lack of hot water. It is deeply concerning that the individuals responsible for overseeing the hotel operations were not only absent but also seemingly intoxicated.The absence of the front desk manager until after the New Year, leaving a relatively new staff member Marcia, who had only been working at the hotel for two months, to handle all the issues alone, is a clear indication of the management's disregard for the well-being and satisfaction of paying guests. It is wholly unacceptable to leave a relatively inexperienced employee to manage such a multitude of issues, especially when the established management showed a complete lack of interest in addressing the concerns of their clientele.In summary, this hotel fell far short of providing a satisfactory experience and failed to uphold even the most basic standards of hospitality. We strongly advise potential guests to carefully consider their options before choosing to stay at this establishment.

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