... and entertainment on offer at the pub and the poolside bar. Guests can lounge beside a choice of two outdoor swimming pools; one at ocean level with direct access to the beach and a heated pool surrounded by terraces flanked by palm trees. Younger guests are kept busy in the children's play area and can splash in their own separate swimming pool; the whole family can enjoy mini golf and giant chess in the hotel's gardens, tennis on the floodlit court and ping- pong in the games room. The health and fitness centre incorporates an indoor lap pool as well as a gym, sauna, solarium and steam room. A range of beauty treatments and therapeutic massages are available on request. The more adventurous can sign up for lessons at the diving school or join organised island excursions and Levada walks. There is Internet access in the lobby (fee) for those wishing to check their mails. Room service is available around the clock. Those wishing to explore the town can stroll into central Funchal, one kilometre away, and visit the Botanic gardens. The yacht harbour is within two kilometres and the nearest golf course is Palheiro, less than five kilometres away. Golfers can book sessions though the hotel, which also offers a shuttle service to the green. Madeira airport is 20 kilometres and about a 15-minute drive away.

Room Types:

Double / Twin Land View:   Two twin beds. Simple contemporary décor in whites and neutrals, crisp white bed linen and blond wood furniture. Balcony with mountain views. Air conditioning, satellite television, direct-dial telephone and dial-up Internet connection.

Double / Seaside View:   Two twin beds. Simple contemporary décor in whites and neutrals, crisp white bed linen and blond wood furniture. Balcony with views of swimming pools and sea. Air conditioning, satellite television, direct-dial telephone and dial-up Internet connection.

Double for single use Land View:   Two twin beds. Simple contemporary décor in whites and neutrals, crisp white bed linen and blond wood furniture. Balcony with views of sea. Air conditioning, satellite television, direct-dial telephone and dial-up Internet connection.

Double / Twin Garden View:   Two twin beds. Simple contemporary décor in whites and neutrals, crisp white bed linen and blond wood furniture. Balcony with mountain views. Air conditioning, satellite television, direct-dial telephone and dial-up Internet connection.

Driving Directions: The best way to get to the hotel from the airport is by taxi, although transfers can be arranged. From the airport, take the Funchal highway and leave at the 'Hospital' exit. Follow the signs to Synalethic.

Room Amenities:

• Extra towels/bedding • Welcome amenities • Iron/ironing board (on request • Bidet • Cable/satellite TV • Direct-dial phone • Complimentary toiletries 

Beach - next to hotel| Botanic gardens - 1 kilometre| Boat excursions - 1.5 kilometres (1 mile)| Yacht harbour - 1.5 kilometres (1 mile)| Palheiro Golf Course - 4.5 kilometres (3 miles)