Been there on a Saturday. We showed up around 10:30 am. At this time we got curbside parking (80 cents per hour) and - most importantly- an umbrella and two sunbeds for 11 Euro. Around noon, all sunbeds were occupied, you only got lucky to get one if somebody leaves. You can also pit your towels on the beach - for free and always a space available. Sand is nice (imported) and sea swimming protected by lifeguard.

Very rocky water, lots of people got hurt whilst we were there. Beach shoes recommended! It's very pretty and a sun trap. It's quieter mid week then weekend/Monday. Place is very clean and well looked after and also safety is high priority with life guards all round the bay.

Calm beach in a developed area. There is a restaurant and a big supermarket close to it. Has paid beach chairs, umbrellas, free toilets. Water is calm and not too deep. Parking on a nearby street is paid, 0.8€/h, some more remote streets have free parking.

A very lovely sandy beach, with only a few rocks. Paid street parking available until about noon, after that it's gets pretty full, but there is a park garage. The beach itself isn't to crowded, there are options if you want to be more comfortable, like umbrellas and chairs for rent but you can go with a blanket or towel also. P.S. We stayed at the back on the rocks which separate the beach from the ocean, but when tide arrives it can get wet easily.

Great restaurants 👌 shops nearby, we self catered, good place to do your own thing. Marina is so so nice to be by especially sundowners time

Sheltered place to swim, and lots of lovely bars. Fabulous for sunset. if you want to snorkle, go to the eastern most beach - many fish in the shelterd cove

Praia da Calheta is a beautiful sandy beach with crystal-clear, calm waters – perfect for a relaxing swim. I loved that there’s lifeguard supervision, which makes it feel extra safe for families. The beach club is a great bonus: affordable, laid-back, and a nice spot to enjoy a drink or snack right by the sea. Definitely one of the best places to spend a sunny day on Madeira! Parking requires driving around a bit but it’s doable!

I had the most relaxing time on the On Tales sunset cruise! The staff was incredibly kind and welcoming, which made the whole experience feel even more special. The cruise itself was peaceful and beautiful, with stunning views as the sun went down. One of the best surprises was how many amazing pictures they took of us — such a lovely bonus to remember the evening by. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a calm, scenic escape on the water!

We had an unforgettable day! Yes, we successfully spotted whales, but even aside from that, the whole team made sure we were more than well taken care of. We were provided with towels and all-inclusive drinks, both non-alcoholic and beer. The crew was super friendly, shared lots of interesting information about the whales and the island, and showed great respect for the wildlife to ensure the animals weren’t disturbed. With a maximum of only 12 people on board, the experience felt very personal and relaxed. Everything was perfect!

We booked 2 days before the trip. It was a full yacht, about 10 people but everyone had enough space. 5 of us were sitting in the front enjoying the ocean from the first row. We were not lucky to see whales but we met dolphins and our crew told us everything about the dolphins we met. We also had a stop in the middle of the ocean for a swim. I can say it was the best swim in my life, the water was clean and fresh and atmosphere overall was very friendly. Crew members were very polite and gentle. They told us a bit of history of Madeira and showed us some interesting places while we were looking for dolphins. Even though we didn’t met whales the experience we got was fantastic. Huge thanks to On Tales for this journey!

Lovely boat, with a limited amount of passengers on each trip meaning you have plenty of space to relax. Or captain found a pod of dolphins so we got a great view of nature's finest. With complementary drinks on board and towels provided if you fancy a dip in the ocean, this is a great option of you are looking for a boat trip

We had an absolutely wonderful time with this sealife watching experience. From start to finish, everything was well organized and the crew made the trip both fun and memorable. They were incredibly attentive, always making sure everyone was comfortable and pointing out the different animals along the way. We were lucky to see a wide variety of sea life, and it truly felt magical being out on the water surrounded by nature. The atmosphere was relaxed yet exciting, and the passion of the crew for what they do really showed. We would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a unique and unforgettable adventure—you won’t be disappointed!

Amazing and unforgettable experience 🩵 My cousins and I had the greatest time and we felt so welcomed & comfortable on board . Watching marine life was so special , we had the luck to see the pilot whales and Martin told us the full story about them ( thank you ) the yacht is so comfortable and big to move around also very beautiful. Thank you for making us happy 😊

I stumbled upon this place by chance while out for a morning run. No regrets at all—thanks to them, we had an amazing trip. It might be around €10 more expensive than the competition, but it's absolutely worth it. The people were incredibly kind, from the reception desk all the way to the captain and crew. As I mentioned, they may be slightly pricier, but drinks on board the yacht are free, and they also offer complimentary photos, so the cost balances out—if not ends up cheaper. Fantastic spot, great intermediary, and my fiancée and I were truly satisfied.

Great wee museum telling you all about the rum industry in the area. It's free entry, and there is a bar and a small shop selling bottled drink. Unfortunately, the museum was unmanned during our visit so we couldn't buy anything. There are toilets next to the bar.

Nice tour of a still operational sugar cane mill and refinery, nice selection of products on sale.

Interesting place. Free admission. Large selection of rums.

Nice little museum in the rum distilery and sugar cane factory, gives an inside on how they turned sugar cane into rum and honey. It's free and at the end of the museum you can try their various sorts of rum. Recommended!

Interesting to see how the Pocha is made. We even had a chance to talk to a nice lady who quickly told us about the process and when and how the machines are used. Afterwards we tried the Poncha, the Rumel and the Bolo do Mél. All was tasteful. We even got some insights about the Bolo. So round and round a nice experience.

Very nice selection of madeiran rum ro taste. Prices are fair and vary from 1€ up to 4€ for very large shots to taste. The younger lady was very friendly and took her time to explain the differences in taste, use, and general history behind the rum, Poncha, etc. There is a small "museum" where you can look at the old machines used to make rum, which was also very interesting. All in all, it was definitely worth the visit. Entry is free, and the cost to taste the rum was very fair! If you like rum, or if you want to buy some rum as a souvenir, this is definitely the place for a small visit.

Fabulous experience at the distillery. The cake is too die for. Rum is impressive as well. Strongly recommend

Disappointing. Majority of the museum was closed due to a new exhibition being prepared. Restaurant was also closed - a coffee would have been nice! As a consequence parking and admission was free. There was one display of a multi-screen film of Madeira in previous years that was quite interesting ... however, the only other exhibition was an utterly pretentious series of works on something to do with film and video. Sorry - stacking old video tapes on the floor to form the word 'VHS' just doesn't cut it. Thank goodness I didn't have to pay to see this 'art'! Pluses - staff friendly, views terrific, interesting architecture. But I suggest checking what's on and that it's fully open before you make a special trip!

The museum is very inconspicuous from the road and we visited it unplanned. Upon entering the grounds, however, you are drawn to the building itself, which is stunning and offers unforgettable views of the surrounding area and the ocean. It cost a few euros to enter and I think it's well worth it. The works on display are sometimes strange but it can certainly be a good source of inspiration. I can recommend a visit. Be warned, no card payments were possible during our visit.

Great discovery and the building is magnificent, also the location and views from the terraces might be one of the most convenient on this coastline (free and no drumming).

Even if you don’t go to the museum you can enter in the facility and see the amazing view! Perfect spot to sunset and romantic. Recommend to grab some food and have a picnic during the sunset on the grass.

Wonderful little excursion to the World of Arts and Madeirian history. And a more than breathtaking architecture 🌟🌅

The building and the surroundings promise much more than very scarce and modest contents. Good views from museum terrace although I was told quite rudely by one of the museum attendants not to approach the window with a view out to the ocean - « not possible ». Museum itself is unimpressive, not worthy a special visit.

This is a beautiful and unusual building at the top of the hill if you’re looking for something other than the beach. Spacious and atmospheric it contains some interesting art and currently has an excellent exhibition about the carnation revolution in Portugal. Only 4 euros. Definitely recommend.

Beautiful view, tasty and fresh air. The picture especially more impressive when the sun goes down and sky is clear 🤗 And sometimes you can see that on the right side waves and wind are strong, but on the left are calm

The lighthouse looks good together with the landscape. Considering the place is quite remote there's plenty of space to park the car. There's a sign informing about exhibition, but all doors are closed, so I guess it's not up to date info.

Absolutely beautiful view point on the west coast of Madeira. The view is astonishing. We walked for about 15 minutes to the lighthouse to enjoy the nature and view on I suppose newly built villas. Than the walk from the tunnel straight to the lighthouse lets you cool off a bit. At the lighthouse you can really enjoy the nature, view and the silence.

A stunning lighthouse with a breathtaking view over the cliffs and the endless ocean. It can get quite windy, but the scenery makes it absolutely worth the visit. A perfect spot for photos, ocean lovers, and peaceful reflection.

Wow view! It was amazing. It's like you're flying. You could see the whole ocean from there. It was quiet the best place for meditate and concentrate.

Nice view. Is a parking, but during "the season" best to not even try parking at the parking spot by the light house. At the moment some works are being done under the lighthouse, but you can walk freely.

The most beautiful and impressive sunset I have ever seen.

Fresh and delicious dinner marinaside on our first evening in town after a long travel day. Don’t miss the local catches of tuna with onion sauce and black scabbard fish.

I ordered the sirloin steak in green pepper sauce and was very disappointed. The steak was completely smothered in sauce, which seemed more like an attempt to cover up a poor cut of meat — it was mostly fat and gristle, and the small amount of actual meat was neither soft nor tender. The sauce was overpowering and masked any natural flavor of the steak. The side salad was just shredded lettuce with a bit of pesto tossed on top — uninspired, especially for one of the more expensive restaurants on the marina. Overall, a very underwhelming meal.

Charming food spot located right by the port, perfect for a relaxed meal with a view. The risotto was excellent, both the vegetarian and seafood options full of flavor and cooked just right. There is also a nice selection of starters to begin with. A lovely place to enjoy good food in a beautiful setting.

Amazing experience at this restaurant! The food was delicious and beautifully presented. The service was exceptional, and the staff’s English was excellent, making everything easy and enjoyable. Though the restaurant is fairly new, it competes strongly with the well-established spots by the marina—if not surpassing them in some areas. A little suggestion for next time: it would be great if you had some local bread on hand, and oysters would make a fantastic addition to the menu as well! I’m sure we’ll be back!

An overall okay restaurant, the food was good, the staff was nice, still lacked on the overall experience, maybe because we visited in mid October at lunch. Can recommend the Scabbardfish risotto it was really rich and creamy.

We were in this place twice during our stay and were satisfied. We had a very good breakfast, croissant and toast delicious, coffee also very good. The second time we went for lunch and chose a veggie burger. Portion large, only the tofu could have been done better, but overall on the plus side. Service very friendly, I definitely recommend this place.

Great spot for lunch and brunch. Poached eggs have been perfect anytime we went here, avocado ripe and the dishes just very flavorful and well-prepared. Would recommend! The house duck Karen is a nice addition to the terrace :)

A really nice café with the most friendly staff. We really enjoyed our visits there (they make a Dark 'n' Stormy that rocks). The cafe only has one fault-they close way to early...

We visited this place and were very impressed. It’s a cozy, beautifully designed space with a true Madeira atmosphere. Everything feels authentic and thoughtfully created — you can tell the people behind it put something special into it. The service was attentive and friendly, with a warm, homey feel. The coffee was great, and the whipped cream was especially delightful — light and fresh. The dessert was excellent as well.

Such a cozy and artsy spot! We had coffee, some drinks, and tried their breakfast and light snacks — everything was delicious, especially the homemade cakes. We also tried their homemade poncha, freshly made that moment, a local Madeira drink, which was excellent. The service was excellent, with super friendly and welcoming people who really add to the atmosphere. Loved the chilled music, and we even got lucky to enjoy a live saxophone performance. A perfect place to relax and spend time.

Very good coffee and good selfmade cake. We very liked the vibe of the bar and it was very welcoming and chill. Thank you for the experience!

Really nice experience, super friendly service, great local products (charcuterie plate, cake and rhum of course!). Thanks for this great evening

Very friendly staff and amazing drinks. The poncha was the best on the whole island.

We had 2 breakfasts at Bentornato. It was delicious and the waiters were very kind and always smiling with a kind word 😊 PS: I forgot to take pictures of the great toasts 🤤

We had a meal in the restaurant and while the food was delicious, the place is just sleazy, worn out and dirty. The tables and chairs made of plastic that probably used to be white some 10 years ago, now they look disgusting, placed in front of the entrance, with an "excellent" view of the parking lot 😬 A place of wasted possibilities.

The view from the rooms was amazing, but when we arrived we were told the restaurant was closed down, eventho nowhere stated. The rooms where okay, kind of dirty and not like the pictures. Roomservice was only good after getting tipped. Breakfast was okay, not alot of choices but its manageable if you're not staying for too long. I wouldn't really recommend if you're staying for more that a day or so.

We came here for the sunset. The food is good in general. The dessert is incredibly delicious because the layers are very rich, most importantly not too sweet. Food portions are large and reasonably priced. The steak is tender, juicy, and grilled perfectly. I am from Taiwan, and I've been Madeira for 17 days. This is the restaurant that I love the most and highly recommend because of the food, the scenery, and the service.

Ate a delicious picanha steak; very generous portion. For dessert they had a caramel cake that was also very good. The food was outstanding and we enjoyed the sunset view at the same time. Staff were also attentive and friendly. Perfect place!

Horrible food!!! Chicken salad - moldy tomato and pineapple. Estapada - almost raw meat, cold and full of tendons. Tomato soup - apparently a heated semi-finished product. Prices quite high. The quality does not match the price. The service is nice, they speak English, the place is great.

This restaurant was a spur of the moment decision while on day trip exploring Madeira with my wife. The food was very good and the portions plentiful. My steak literally covered my plate. The service was friendly and fast. The check was a little over 40 euros with appetizers drinks. Definitely worth a try.

Definitely do NOT recommend. We arrived at 7:30 for dinner and to watch the sunset and the staff were very rude stating that they wanted to close early due to not being very busy, although there were many people outside and more coming in the door. We ordered the garlic bread and my friend ordered the tomato soup. The garlic bread was very bland and nothing like the other restaurants we have tried on the island. The tomato's soup tasted like it had come from the cheapest can possible, straight water and a little tomato flavor. Everything was so poor, we decided to pay our check and go to a different restaurant. The worst place we have been on the island this far (12 days).