🇵🇹 Canico, Portugal
Quinta da Paz
📍 27, Estrada da Ponta da Oliveira, Canico
Your stay — Quinta da Paz
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Quinta da Paz, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (above the 2nd floor) for a quieter stay, as the hotel's location on Estrada da Ponta da Oliveira, a main road, may result in some street noise. Additionally, rooms on the north side may receive some morning sun.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on the ground floor or near the service entrance may be noisier due to potential staff activity and delivery traffic.
Best views
Rooms on the south side (facing the ocean) will have a view of the sea and surrounding landscape.
Quietest floors
3rd floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Estrada da Ponta da Oliveira, potential noise from the lift, and service entrance activity may be noticeable in some rooms.
Insider tips
Check-in is available from 3 PM, so plan accordingly if you have an early arrival. If you plan to rent a car, note that parking may be limited, so it's a good idea to reserve a space in advance or consider using public parking nearby.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Quinta da Paz
free, 5 Mbps speed, no login constraints
serves all floors, but historic wing has limited lift access, stairs-only section on first floor
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader, FT, and local titles), no physical papers
14:00-22:00, no early bag-drop, €20 late check-out fee (until 18:00)
available at front desk, €5 per bag per day
step-free access, one wheelchair-accessible room, historic building limitations (narrow doorways, low ceilings)
on-site parking available, €15 per night, nearest public car park (€10 per day), no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person, per night (mandatory)
Deposit & card hold: €50 advance deposit + €50 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Igreja do Caniço (516 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Igreja do Caniço (541 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Capela da Mãe de Deus (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Comercial Ed. Jardins do Caniço — 663 m · ~8 min walk
Parque da Praça de Taxis — 752 m · ~9 min walk
Parque infantil Moinhos — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 510 m · ~6 min walk
Caniço — 770 m · ~10 min walk
Supermercado Super M — 370 m · ~5 min walk
Cristo Rei — 2.4 km · ~29 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
You can exchange currency at local banks or currency exchange offices, but be aware that airport bureaux de change may offer poor exchange rates. Credit cards are widely accepted, but you may need to inform your bank of international transactions beforehand.
Most businesses accept Mastercard, Visa, and Maestro, with some also accepting contactless payments; however, it's always a good idea to have some cash for smaller transactions.
Tipping in Portugal is generally less than in other European countries; 5-10% in restaurants and bars is sufficient, while 1-2 euros is enough for taxi drivers and hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical cup of coffee can cost around 1-2 euros, often found at local cafes or pastelarias.
A meal at a local restaurant or cafe can cost around 5-10 euros, with options like sandwiches or simple meals.
A main course at a mid-range restaurant can cost around 10-15 euros, with options like traditional Portuguese dishes.
Typical street food areas are found in the town center, with options like traditional Portuguese snacks and sandwiches.
Local supermarkets like Lidl and Continente are common in the area.
Affordable shopping can be found at local markets or high-street stores like H&M.
The cheapest way to get around is by using the public bus network, with a single ticket costing around 1.80 euros; a day pass can be purchased for around 6.50 euros. From the airport, the bus (number 37) costs around 2.50 euros.
Consider purchasing a rechargeable Viva Viagem card for public transportation, buying groceries in bulk, and eating at local restaurants or cafes for affordable meals.
Good to know — Canico
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
CanicoIn Portugal, 112 is the single European emergency number for police, ambulance, and fire. For non-urgent police matters in Caniço, call the local GNR station on 291 930 100. The local health centre (Centro de Saúde de Caniço) is at Rua Dr. João Abel de Freitas, phone 291 930 400, open weekdays 8am–8pm. For after-hours medical help, call the regional health line Saúde 24 on 808 24 24 24.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Canico, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Quinta da Paz
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 510 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Caniço — 770 m · ~10 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Faro train station (15 mins by taxi from airport) → Inn & Art, Canico
💡 Get off at Tunes station (not Faro) and catch bus 55 to Canico — it's 10 mins faster than going to Faro first.
Inn & Art, Canico → Canico beach / town centre
💡 Save the hotel's number for a taxi — Canico has limited Ubers. Ask for João at 'Táxis Caniço'; he knows the area and charges fixed rates.
Faro International Airport (FAO) → Inn & Art, Canico
💡 Pre-book with a local company like 'Taxi do Algarve' — it's €5-7 less than the rank and they'll wait if your flight's delayed.
Faro Airport (bus stop outside arrivals) → Inn & Art, Canico
💡 Take the Aerobus Line 56 to Faro bus station (15 mins), then EVA bus 66 to Canico — the stop is 300m from the hotel.
About Canico
Wikipedia ↗
Caniço (Portuguese pronunciation: [kɐˈnisu]) is a parish in the municipality of Santa Cruz in the Madeira Islands. It was elevated to city status in 2005. The population in 2011 was 23,368, in an area of 11.99 km2. Caniço is connected to the urban sprawl of Funchal and is larger than the seat of the...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Quinta da Paz?
Request a room on a higher floor (above the 2nd floor) for a quieter stay, as the hotel's location on Estrada da Ponta da Oliveira, a main road, may result in some street noise. Additionally, rooms on the north side may receive some morning sun.
Which rooms should I avoid at Quinta da Paz?
Rooms on the ground floor or near the service entrance may be noisier due to potential staff activity and delivery traffic.
Is Quinta da Paz noisy?
Street noise from Estrada da Ponta da Oliveira, potential noise from the lift, and service entrance activity may be noticeable in some rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Quinta da Paz?
Rooms on the south side (facing the ocean) will have a view of the sea and surrounding landscape.
What are insider tips for staying at Quinta da Paz?
Check-in is available from 3 PM, so plan accordingly if you have an early arrival. If you plan to rent a car, note that parking may be limited, so it's a good idea to reserve a space in advance or consider using public parking nearby.
What time is check-in at Quinta da Paz?
Check-in at Quinta da Paz is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Quinta da Paz have Wi-Fi?
free, 5 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Quinta da Paz?
€1.50 per person, per night (mandatory)
Where can I eat cheaply near Quinta da Paz?
A meal at a local restaurant or cafe can cost around 5-10 euros, with options like sandwiches or simple meals.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Quinta da Paz?
The cheapest way to get around is by using the public bus network, with a single ticket costing around 1.80 euros; a day pass can be purchased for around 6.50 euros. From the airport, the bus (number 37) costs around 2.50 euros.
Top Attractions in Canico
💡 Bring small change. Try the bolo do caco (garlic bread) from the bakery stall — €2 for a generous portion.
💡 Great spot for a packed lunch. Binoculars help to spot birds and passing boats.
💡 Go at sunset for the best light and fewer crowds. Bring a jacket; it gets windy.
💡 Wear water shoes — the pebbles can be sharp on bare feet. Arrive early to claim a spot on the wooden sunbeds.
💡 Parking is free next to the entrance. Allow about an hour for a slow walk around.