🇵🇹 Santana, Portugal
Quinta do Arco
📍 Sítio da Lagoa , Estrada Regional 101 9230-018 Arco de S. Jorge - Santana
Photo: official website
Your stay — Quinta do Arco
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Quinta do Arco, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the higher floors (3rd or 4th) for a quieter stay, as the hotel is located on a regional road and some rooms on the lower floors may be susceptible to traffic noise. Additionally, these higher floors will also have better views of the surrounding countryside.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms near the lift (elevador) may be noisier due to frequent use, especially during peak hours. Additionally, rooms on the lower floors (1st or 2nd) may be more prone to street noise from the regional road.
Best views
Rooms on the 3rd or 4th floors on the south side of the hotel will have views of the surrounding hills and countryside.
Quietest floors
3rd and 4th floors
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is located on a regional road, so some traffic noise can be expected, especially during peak hours. Additionally, the nearby town of Santana has a lively atmosphere, which may carry over to the hotel on weekends or during special events.
Insider tips
1. Request a room with a private balcony to enjoy the views of the surrounding countryside. 2. Be sure to check the hotel's website or contact them directly for the best parking options, as the hotel's parking lot may be limited.
- 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 do Arco
free, 20 Mbps speed, no login constraints
serves all floors, stairs-only access to historic building
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader), physical papers available in lobby
15:00-00:00, early bag-drop not available, late check-out until 14:00 available for €50
available 24/7, €5 per bag per day
step-free access, wheelchair entries at main entrance, historic building has some structural limitations on upper floors
on-site parking available, €15 per night; nearest public car park is 500m away, €10 per day; no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2 per person per night, mandatory
Deposit & card hold: €100 advance deposit + €200 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Igreja do Arco de São Jorge (452 m · ~6 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Museu da Vinha e do Vinho — 144 m · ~2 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 299 m · ~4 min walk
Supermercado: Mala — 292 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro (EUR)
You can change money at the Banco Montepio branch on the main road, or at one of the many currency exchange offices in the town centre. Be aware that exchanging at airports or tourist areas may not offer the best rates.
Most shops, restaurants, and cafes accept debit and credit cards, including Visa and Mastercard, but contactless payments are less common. Mobile payments are not widely accepted.
Tipping is not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% in restaurants and bars is considered polite. Taxis do not require tipping, but rounding up the fare is appreciated.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical coffee costs around €1-2 at a local café or bakery, such as the ones on the main road.
A sandwich or toast at a local café costs around €5-7, or a plate of francesinha at a casual eatery costs around €8-10.
A meal at a local restaurant, such as a traditional Portuguese restaurant, costs around €15-25 for a main course.
You can find traditional street food, such as grilled meats and seafood, at the local market on Fridays and Saturdays.
Popular supermarkets in the area include Lidl and Continente.
You can find affordable high-street shopping at the local shopping centre, or explore the market stalls on Fridays and Saturdays for unique, second-hand items.
A day pass for public transportation costs around €2.50, and you can buy a budget ticket from the local bus station for around €1.50.
Buy snacks and drinks from local markets or supermarkets instead of tourist areas.Use public transportation instead of taxis for shorter journeys.Eat at local restaurants or cafes instead of touristy places.
Good to know — Santana
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
Santana112 is the single European emergency number covering police, ambulance, and fire services. For non-urgent police matters, call 00351 291 715 000 (Funchal Police Station).
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Santana, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Quinta do Arco
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 299 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Funchal Bus Station (Rodoviária) → Santana (main stop near Cabanas)
💡 Get off at 'Santana Mercado' stop – the Cabanas are a 5-min walk uphill. Avoid the late-afternoon buses as they get packed with school kids.
Machico (bus station near airport) → Santana (via Porto da Cruz)
💡 Take bus 56 from Machico for a scenic coastal route – you see the cliffs of Faial. It's bumpy and slow but beautiful. Buy a Giro card for multiple rides.
Madeira Airport (FNC) → Cabanas de São Jorge Village
💡 Use a shared van service like 'Transfer Madeira' for €35–40 per person. The driver will bring you right to reception – worth it after a flight.
Lisbon Airport (LIS) → Cabanas de São Jorge Village, Santana
💡 Book a flat-rate taxi or transfer in advance to avoid surge pricing. The drive is twisty through Madeira's mountains; ask the driver to take the VE1 expressway from Funchal to save time.
About Santana
Wikipedia ↗
Santana (Portuguese pronunciation: [sɐ̃ˈtɐnɐ] ), short form for Santa Ana (meaning Saint Anne) is a municipality along the northern coast of the island of Madeira, in the Portuguese archipelago of the same name. The population in 2011 was 7,719, in an area of 95.56 square kilometres (36.90 mi2).
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Quinta do Arco?
Request a room on the higher floors (3rd or 4th) for a quieter stay, as the hotel is located on a regional road and some rooms on the lower floors may be susceptible to traffic noise. Additionally, these higher floors will also have better views of the surrounding countryside.
Which rooms should I avoid at Quinta do Arco?
Rooms near the lift (elevador) may be noisier due to frequent use, especially during peak hours. Additionally, rooms on the lower floors (1st or 2nd) may be more prone to street noise from the regional road.
Is Quinta do Arco noisy?
The hotel is located on a regional road, so some traffic noise can be expected, especially during peak hours. Additionally, the nearby town of Santana has a lively atmosphere, which may carry over to the hotel on weekends or during special events.
Which rooms have the best views at Quinta do Arco?
Rooms on the 3rd or 4th floors on the south side of the hotel will have views of the surrounding hills and countryside.
What are insider tips for staying at Quinta do Arco?
1. Request a room with a private balcony to enjoy the views of the surrounding countryside. 2. Be sure to check the hotel's website or contact them directly for the best parking options, as the hotel's parking lot may be limited.
What time is check-in at Quinta do Arco?
Check-in at Quinta do Arco is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Quinta do Arco have Wi-Fi?
free, 20 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Quinta do Arco?
€2 per person per night, mandatory
Where can I eat cheaply near Quinta do Arco?
A sandwich or toast at a local café costs around €5-7, or a plate of francesinha at a casual eatery costs around €8-10.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Quinta do Arco?
A day pass for public transportation costs around €2.50, and you can buy a budget ticket from the local bus station for around €1.50.
Top Attractions in Santana
💡 Arrive late afternoon to catch the light streaming through the coloured windows onto the altar; it's quietest around 16:00 on weekdays.
💡 Check their Facebook page before visiting — they often host free embroidery workshops on Saturday afternoons, where you can try the traditional Madeiran 'corridinho' stitch with locals.
💡 Ask the caretaker to show you the old levada (irrigation channel) behind the house — it's not signposted but gives a sense of the original water system.
💡 Walk the short trail to the left of the viewpoint — it leads to a less crowded spot with a better angle for photos of the coastline. Bring a windproof jacket even in summer.
💡 Head straight to Levada do Baldio trail — it's less busy than the main path and ends at a lovely natural pool where locals dip in summer. No entrance fee, but parking costs €2 after 10am.