Enotel Lido Madeira

the hotel is so good that many people return year after year....

they have a lot of fish dishes and also stews/casseroles. It would be nice to have simple chicken breasts, steaks and things without sauce.

Our room 979 was fantastic , I emailed the hotel before hand - my request for a quiet room , twin ( had 2 v comfortable doubles) with a pleasant view ( wow sea views from this room’s balcony ) exceeded our expectations as we had only booked a twin side view room- Although we had to eat early 630/7. Was able to use 3 specialty restaurants on our short stay. The Japanese one was our favourite. The buffet for breakfast and lunch was very good. Especially the fresh fish cooked while you waited. Also it was nice to be able to eat outside for lunch. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. We asked for diet coke for fridge and this was remembered. Liked having a kettle in our room. Although only 1 choice of each wine colour -type i liked the dry white . Although only a glass served With meals at a time the staff fill up as soon as one looks nearly empty. Thanks The Floaters decaf coffees were v pleasant after dinner too. Able to try several Maderia wine and some Poncha Rum via the AI. Although not all to my taste was nice yo try. The sweet Madeira wine with the lunch’s fruit cake was my favourite. Red Hop on off buses stop minutes away. Easy walk to a small mall - forum shopping centre which was open til 10pm .

Outdoor pool out of action until end of the month. Was able to use indoor pools/ spa instead - main disadvantage was it was a bit of an eye sore also wasn't prewarned before we checked in. Maderian restaurant- their signature dish was a let down. I hope just an off day for the chef but fish overcooked, no passion fruit sauce and 1 tiny sliver of banana only on it.

The hotel is perfectly situated on the sea-front with lovely views, we were given a free up-grade to a larger room with 2 huge beds. The standard of cleanliness throughout the hotel is excellent. All of the staff are very friendly and helpful. The food is excellent with a great selection on offer all day and the themed restaurants are very good. Drinks are all branded. Entertainment is on offer every evening and is top notch.

Unfortunately the outdoor pool was being refurbished during our stay but I feel it would have been too cool to use and we were happy using the indoor heated pool.