Dorisol Mimosa Studio Hotel

The hotel is in the best location possible in Funchal. You are away from all the noisy bars and clubs but still in walking distance to them. I also personally feel the hotel is nearest the best restaurants on the island (within 15 mins walking). The cleaning is impeccable and is done daily. The house maids work very hard! I did have a rough start at the beginning where I was given a very old room which hadn't been renovated but after querying this I was given a much better room which had been renovated so I was very pleased. The hotel also makes good efforts in entertainment. I was here for Carnival day and they brought in some performers much to the delight of the guests. I didn't eat at the hotel but there are so many restaurants to choose from just outside. To mention a few: Indian Palace (best Indian), Pedras do Lago (best Chinese), O Dragoeiro (best Portuguese) and Roma (best Italian). The hotel offers a laundry service but it's very expensive. Definitely go to Judita's Laundrette at the nearby Monumental shopping mall where they'll wash, dry AND send your laundry back to your hotel room for 18 euros that same day! Incredible service! Finally some people in the reviews complain about the hotel being at the top of a hill. It's true, but this hill is only 100 yards, not that far. But to be honest if you are elderly and dislike hills Madiera may not be the best place to visit since every road here has very big hills. Overall I loved my stay.

Myself and husband along with our daughter, son-in-law and grandson aged 1.5 years had an amazing holiday. The experience from landing in Funchal, transfer to hotel and the most welcoming experience on arriving at Dorisol Mimosa was first class. Yes, some of the external paint work can do with some attention but that is the only issue. The welcome at the main reception was lovely with plenty of information. Rooms are spacious and bright, also cleaned daily. We were b&b which was plentiful and well stocked, kitchen assistant were very pleasant and helpful. The pool area was exceptional clean and relaxed with plenty of sunbed and a small deck area. The facilities such as indoor pool, gym and tennis court are well-maintained. The terrace bar and restaurant was outstanding,.this includes service and amazing food. The most spectacular views from the rooftop bar is breathtaking and we sat and relaxing every evening. Madeira is very hilly and not for folk who have difficulty walking but a stunning island that is self sufficient offering many local produce. Local restaurants are welcoming and give no hassle. The front seafront area is like paradise which we visited daily. Definitely will return to funchal.and Dorisol Mimosa

Recently returned from a weeks stay at this hotel. It represented good value for what we paid. The hotel is rather dated but my room was wonderful. The view was amazing and the room was large and nice balcony. Plenty of storage. Ask for room 1006 as it's high up on the corner and fantastic view both day and evening as can see the centre of Funchal and the sea. No tea and coffee in rooms so take your own or plenty of shops around. There was nightly entertainment but hardly anyone went to watch which was a shame for the performers. We had breakfast included which had a good variety but the hot food wasn't actually hot. They do a buffet evening meal which we had the first evening but it was awful and certainly not worth 22 euros. My friend ate in the Terrace bar and said this was better but we weren't told about it on arrival. Some reception staff are very helpful but some can appear rude. Dated key entry for rooms. Fabulous views from rooftop terrace but sadly due to adverse weather it only opened the day we left. This hotel is on a steep hill so not recommended for people with mobility issues. There are lots of steps to climb.

Hotel Dorisol Mimosa is value for money. Our room was clean and comfortable with a good shower. It was freshened up daily with clean towels on request. We stayed bed and breakfast. The breakfast was buffet style with a mix of cooked and continental food, with freedom to eat as much you wished. Decent coffee too. The staff were friendly and almost all spoke English amongst other languages. The Terrace Bar is great for drinks and snacks at reasonable prices. Some notes of caution: This hotel is at the top of a steep hill (Funchal is a very "hilly" area). The outdoor pool is deep, the shallow end at 1.5m, and being under 5ft, it wasn't suitable for me to hang out in other than to swim or tread. The room walls and doors are very thin, so you hear EVERYTHING. Overall, a good hotel worth the price we paid.

Hotel located on a hill, so good exercise each day just getting to reception. On arrival, requested to use safe in room for which I was charged 25 extra Euros. The room was clean but warm with no air conditioning. Evening meals were excellent, breakfasts were appalling. Room walls are paper thin so expect no sleep if you are put in a room next to noisy children. Twice raised concerns about noise with no action taken by reception - told no other rooms avaialable. Worst of all, the room had numerous cockroaches which I killed and left in bin to be cleaned out each day by maid. Mosquitos also plentiful.

We stayed here for 7nights in January - it was perfect! Excellent helpful efficient staff everyone was friendly and the room was clean and fresh. Breakfast is fine similar food every day but again the breakfast staff were really friendly and efficient. Facilities are great and the hotel is a 30’ walk to Funchal or a bus trip of 10 ´ lines 1,2&4 - all very easy. The hotel is near some excellent local restaurants -& was great value for money thanks to all the staff

Thank you for a fantastic first stay on the island. The hotel was very accommodating with some last minute changes and for the accommodation and breakfast I think very good value for money. Overall very impressed with the hotel. Reception area is spacious and welcoming but found big lines at times to see someone with only 1 person to handle 2 hotels in reality. The pool area and facilities are perfect. The indoor pool warm and with beautiful tropical views really felt like heaven. The outdoor pool was great and made use of it. The pool bar was good but I think the drinks a little expensive. Onto the room and I cannot fault it everything you could want clean and modern. The bed was big and comfortable and a good shower. The balcony was Also great to relax on. Didn't use the gym or spa facilities so can't comment there but nice to know they were there. Went out both evenings so again can't comment on indoor bar or entertainment options but both again are there. Onto the food provision breakfast was great and very good value. Good selection of hot or cold options as well as fruits etc everything to meet the tastes for people from most countries. For breakfast it was very busy and struggle to get a table and the coffee and juice options I did think was poor quality but for the cost of breakfast can't really moan too much. I did have evening meal on night 1 and food the food to be of good quality and warm. Plenty of options to eat but once again expensive. We went out twice to a local restaurant and had a 3 course meal for €8.90 with drinks cheaper too so I'd personally recommend eating out. Overall excellent hotel and will certainly visit again thank you to all of the staff for a fantastic stay

The hotel is ok, but it requires some renovation, quite old window frames with rust and in poor conditions. Nice location though, a decent pool with bar/restaurant service. The breakfast was a terrible experience. Extremely noisy area. Waitresses made a super loud noise with the dishes and cutleries. Something really beyond the reasonable. Two elevators and one in maintenance in the high season. We stayed 4 nights with only one elevator working. All in all, the worst was definitely the lack of respect for the guests with the loud noise of the dishes when replacing used and clean dishes.