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Casa do Ribeiro Frio

3.0 star property
Travelers find natural comfort in lush surroundings at this mountain retreat, where mornings begin with garden breakfasts and evenings end by a warming fireplace.

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Casa do Ribeiro Frio on PR11 Vereda dos Balcões offers a tranquil garden for morning coffee and a cozy lobby fireplace for cool evenings. Nearby Pico do Ariero has great hiking. Enjoy cooked-to-order breakfasts at the on-site restaurant. Free WiFi and self parking.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Room options

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Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
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Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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LCD TV, heated floors

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Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
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Connecting rooms available
  • Mountain view
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
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Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated
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Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
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  • Mountain view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • Hill view
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Santana, Casa do Ribeiro Frio is in the mountains and in a regional park. While the natural beauty of PR11 Vereda dos Balcões and Faial Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Funchal Marina. Don't miss out on a visit to Madeira Botanical Garden. Visit our Santana travel guide
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9230-209, Ribeiro Frio, Santana, ER 103 - Estrada da Laurissilva, 3

What's nearby

  • Trout farm
    Ribeiro Frio Natural Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Encumeda - Levada das Rabaças 🏖 Europe's Leading Island Destination 2016 🏖 World's Leading Island Destination 2015 🏖 Europe's Leading Island Destination 2014 🏖 Europe's Leading Island Destination 2013
    Laurisilva of Madeira
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Madeira Botanical Garden which includes flowers
    Madeira Botanical Garden
    21 min drive - 14.8 km
  • PR11 Vereda dos Balcões
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Funchal Marina
    23 min drive - 14.8 km

Getting around

  • Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC)
    34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Casa de Abrigo do Poiso
    5 min drive
  • Flor da Selva
    6 min walk
  • Restaurante Ribeiro Frio
    7 min walk
  • Restaurante Faísca
    1 min walk
  • Abrigo do Pastor
    9 min drive

About this property

Casa do Ribeiro Frio

Guesthouse near PR11 Vereda dos Balcões
Located close to Pico do Ariero, Casa do Ribeiro Frio provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a fireplace in the lobby.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, a TV in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as heated floors, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and hair dryers
  • LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and heated floors

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10 for adults and EUR 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 10 for adults and EUR 6 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 97815/AL

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Casa do Ribeiro Frio Santana
Casa do Ribeiro Frio Guesthouse
Casa do Ribeiro Frio Guesthouse Santana

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa do Ribeiro Frio pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Casa do Ribeiro Frio?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Casa do Ribeiro Frio?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Does Casa do Ribeiro Frio provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Casa do Ribeiro Frio located?

Situated in a regional park, this guesthouse is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from PR11 Vereda dos Balcões and within 9 mi (15 km) of Faial Beach and Pico do Ariero. Madeira Botanical Garden and Monte Palace Gardens are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Casa do Ribeiro Frio Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay here. Very clean and modern. Kitchen facilities are excellent. We had a lovely meal at the Restaurante snack bar Faisca at very reasonable price too. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Newly renovated place and very clean. Staff super nice and helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay would recommend again and will stay here Gain
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location with fabulous walks close by with stunning views. The local restaurants were excellent for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good for hikes

A good hotel close to excellent mountain walks. Our room was spacious with the bonus of a kitchenette.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10

The most welcoming and kind hearted host! We arrived late and she was so accomodating, great communications and made us feel at home instantly. The room was spotless and furnished with everything you would want - lovely welcome gifts also! Wish we could have stayed longer! Great location for PR1 sunrise hike the next morning. Keep an eye out for the goats!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Hansruedi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unterkunft für Wanderer

Mitten in den Bergen, praktisch für Wanderer, gut ausgestattet und sehr sauber
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nous avons apprécié notre séjour de deux nuits pour faire les randos à proximités. C'est un secteur assez isolé donc pour nous 2 jours étaient suffisant. Hébergement avec accès à une grande cuisine commune bien équipée. Nous avons très bien mangé au restaurant qui est attaché à l'hébergement.

8/10 Good

Nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
War alles in Ordnung, kleine Töpfe wären noch gut.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Soggiorno molto piacevole, la struttura è eccellente ed il ragazzo che ci ha accolto di una estrema gentilezza. È stato tutto eccezionale!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Artechnic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel sympa en pleine nature À recommander
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ein klein und sehr saubere Haus

Ein wunderbares kleines Hotel, strategisch günstig gelegen zwischen Funchal und Santana, somit ideale Ausgangspunkt für Wanderer. Direkte Busverbindung und die Bushaltestelle direkt vor die Tür. Die Zimmer sind geräumig, blitzsauber, es gibt auch gut ausgestattete Küche die Gäste mitbenutzen dürften, die übrigens so blank geputzt ist, dass die jeder Hausfrau neidisch wird😉 das Hotel liegt direkt auf der Straße, dennoch wunderbar ruhig denn zwischen 7 Uhr abends um 7 Uhr morgens fahren noch nicht mal fünf Autos vorbei, ich habe mein Aufenthalt sehr genossen und werde das Haus wärmstes weiterempfehlen
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Un petit bijou au cœur des montagnes. Accueil sympathique, chambre propre et douillette. Le restaurant attenant à l'auberge sert une cuisine savoureuse et authentique.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

jean-marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Très belle montagne

Excellent accueil (et en plus on nous a donné notre chambre aussitôt, alors que nous sommes arrivés à midi). Belle chambre avec grande salle de bain et douche pluie. Deux grandes cuisines sont à disposition avec tout le matériel nécessaire : c'est du grand luxe. Seul bémol : musique un peu forte du restaurant d'en face. Dommage dans un endroit magique.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff, owner friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Iris Escartin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place, super new and clean, perfect location. Also the restaurant it’s great, real food and good cuisine!! Totally recommended
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was there for 1 night. Very great stay. Everything was nice, especially the room and the bath was big. Also vero comfortable bed. And also very friendly and nice staff. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marion Lobedanz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean and large room

Great place to stay on our hike across the island. Clean huge room and a restaurant just few meters away.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern, clean, well equipped. Really couldn't ask for more
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Schoon. Mooi. Vriendelijke gastvrouw. Goed ontbijt.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alexandr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joachim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gaby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Azzurra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024