The Monte Mar Palace Hotel is set on lush green hillside overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, 15 kilometres from Porto Moniz village. The 111 guestrooms are decorated in blues and whites and open onto balconies with sea or mountain views. All include air conditioning, satellite television, direct-dial phones, hair dryers, minibars and safes.
On summer days guests can sunbathe by the outdoor pool and take in panoramic ocean views with a cocktail from one of three bars. Active guests can exercise in the gym or play a game of squash and those seeking total relaxation can be pampered with treatments at the health club, which also offers a hot tub, Turkish bath and sauna. Guests can dine in the restaurant, and plan outings using the hotel's Internet point, or ask multilingual staff for advice on the area's best attractions. Children have their own playground area and the hotel also offers a putting green and driving range for keen golfers. A range of water sports are available four kilometres from the hotel, and hiking and biking opportunities can be found within eight kilometres. Other nearby attractions include the historical village at Ponte Delgada six kilometres away, and the Sao Vicente Caves ten kilometres away. Madeira Funchal Airport is 65 kilometres and a driving time of 50 minutes from the hotel.

Room Types:

Suite:   Two twin beds. Blue and white decor with pine fittings. Separate living room and jetted tub. Balcony. Air conditioning, satellite television, direct-dial phone, hair dryer, minibar, safe, tea and coffee making facilities.

Single Mountain View:   One twin bed. Balcony with mountain view. Cable/satellite TV with DVD player. Coffee/tea maker, refrigerator, and minibar. Hair dryer. In-room safe.

Standard Mountain View:   Two twin beds or one queen bed. Blue and white decor with pine fittings. Balcony. Air conditioning, satellite television, direct-dial phone, hair dryer, minibar, safe, tea and coffee making facilities.

Standard Single Sea View:   One twin bed. Balcony with sea view. Cable/satellite TV with DVD player. Coffee/tea maker, refrigerator, and minibar. Hair dryer. In-room safe.

Standard Sea View:   Two twin beds or one queen bed. Blue and white decor with pine fittings. Balcony. Air conditioning, satellite television, direct-dial phone, hair dryer, minibar, safe, tea and coffee making facilities.

Driving Directions:
Taxis are available outside the airport and a trip to the hotel costs about 60 EUR. Buses also run from the airport; a trip to the hotel's vicinity costs approximately 10 EUR. The best way to explore the local area is on foot, while going by bus or car is recommended for longer trips.