Small Boutique hotels in ATLANTIC ISLANDS

An idyllic country mansion for just you and your family or friends, this property has everything you need: a swimming pool, kitchen, parking, four bedrooms, and so much more. Each comfortable bedroom has its own bathroom and air conditioning. The style is modern, new, contemporary, and clean. The friendly hospitality and services help you get the most out of your stay; weather you want to explore the area with all its natural attractions or just stay on site and luxuriate in the many amenities. Ask about their meal services or create your own culinary masterpieces in the large kitchen. Linger over dinner with your loved ones for as long as you like. Take an invigorating swim in the infinity pool, with its wide views. Relax and just melt in the hot tub with a glass of wine at Atlantic Heritage Luxury Villa.

Casa Velha do Palheiro was built in the early 19th Century as a hunting lodge for the Count of Carvalhal and was bought in 1885 by John Burden Blandy. The Casa Velha (“Old House”) was restored in 1996 and opened on 1st May 1997 as one of Madeira’s first 5-star Country House Hotels. The hotel is now a part of Palheiro Nature Estate. Since its acquisition by the Blandy family in 1885, successive generations have managed the transition from traditional farming to leisure-based activities. This strong tradition of hospitality and quality continues in all areas today, from golf and the hotel to the gardens and flower business from real estate to property management and even the sports motor cruiser. The names of Blandy and Palheiro are synonymous with quality on Madeira Island and beyond. The hotel Casa Velha do Palheiro is a member of the Relais & Châteaux establishment and provides 33 rooms and 5 suites, each one singular in style and personality. The hotel's restaurant is highly regarded, and a deserved gourmet reference point. Guests enjoy the evening atmosphere by candlelight in the elegant dining room. Breakfast is served in the sun-filled conservatory.

This splendid property is set in the sophisticated austerity of a carefully restored 17th century convent, overlooking the sea at Vila Franca do Campo, on São Miguel island in the Azores. Convento de São Francisco offers charming bed and breakfast accommodation in a unique atmosphere. With authentic period furniture and contemporary paintings and works of art, Convento de São Francisco is set around magnificent gardens, with no more sound than birdsong and the music of the fountains of its cloister. The hotel has a number of large lounges, and there are twelve spacious guest rooms. Breakfast is served at a large communal table in the ancient refectory, in the tradition of the meals of the friars, whose simple, unpretentious hospitality is recreated in this charming property. Perfect for relaxing stays on this beautiful island, many of São Miguel's most important landmarks and attractions area within easy reach of the hotel. These include the Lagoa do Fogo and the Lagoa das Furnas, and there are countless routes for hiking, mountain biking and horse riding on the island. Other activities available in the area include diving, snorkelling, water-sports and whale watching.

Enjoying a spectacular location, perched on a clifftop promontory on the southern shore of Madeira, Estalagem da Ponta do Sol is situated in a magnificent property, built around a historic "quinta", one of the oldest on the island. This boutique resort offers exclusive accommodation and extensive facilities and activities in an unmatched setting. Perfect for relaxing holidays on this magnificent island, Estalagem da Ponta do Sol offers guests an immense range of activities on site, including Qi Gong, bird watching, diving and mountain biking. The hotel features an outdoor infinity pool, a heated indoor pool and a panoramic Jacuzzi. Going only slightly further afield, guests can choose trekking and hiking, surfing, canyoning, and whale watching, among many other options. For fine dining, the restaurant at Estalagem da Ponta do Sol creates delicious menus based on regional, international and vegetarian cuisine, all in the splendid setting of the elegant dining room, with spectacular views of the Atlantic and the village of Ponta do Sol. There is also a cosy lounge bar with open fireplaces, an open-air terrace bar and a poolside bar.

Set in a strikingly designed modern building, Estalagem Quinta da Casa Branca is located in a historic vineyard and banana plantation, owned by the same family since the mid-19th century. This unique boutique property offers five-star accommodation and fine dining in a stunning setting. Featuring an elegant combination of wood, glass and stone, Estalagem Quinta da Casa Branca's avant-garde design blends perfectly with the lush vegetation of the huge gardens of the Quinta. Ideal for relaxing visits to this beautiful island, the hotel is just two kilometres from the centre of Funchal, with its cathedral, port and casino, among many other landmarks and attractions. For golf enthusiasts, Estalagem Quinta da Casa Branca has special rates on both of the island's excellent courses. Estalagem Quinta da Casa Branca offers two fine dining options. Restaurant Casa da Quinta is located in the oldest building of the hotel, dating back to the 19th century, and serves delicious menus based on the finest contemporary, inventive gourmet cuisine. The Garden Pavilion Restaurant offers a more informal atmosphere in its unique glass walled building, and serves breakfast, lunch and snacks both indoors and in the charming shaded garden. Other fabulous services offered by the hotel include the the Phytocéane Spa, and a health club with a sauna, steam bath, a relaxation room and a fully equipped fitness centre.

Furnas Lake Villas is located in the heart of the green hillsides of São Miguel Island, just 150 metres from lake Furnas. This charming design property offers self-catering accommodation in a quiet, rural setting. Standing in strikingly modern individual apartments, Furnas Lake Villas are perfect for relaxing holidays on this beautiful green island. Within easy reach of all the most important towns on the island, including historic Vila Franca do Campo and Ponta Delgada, a nearby curiosity is the chapel of Nossa Senhora das Vitórias, built in neo-gothic style in imitation of the great cathedrals of Europe. Guests at Furnas Lake Villas can enjoy an immense range of outdoor activities from the property, including hiking, mountain biking, canoeing on the lake and golf. Fascinating marine activities can also be arranged, and these range from diving and whale watching to swimming with dolphins and marine observation trips.

Located on the beachfront at Praia da Vitória, Hotel Praia Marina is set in a beautiful new build hotel, with magnificent views of the beach and the marina. This charming design property offers luxurious bed and breakfast accommodation in an elegant but friendly atmosphere. Just a few steps from the centre of Praia da Vitória, Hotel Praia Marina is perfect for relaxing holidays on this beautiful island. The historic capital of the Azores, Angra do Heroísmo, a UNESCO world heritage site, is just over twenty kilometres away, and both towns offer myriad restaurants and cafés for a wide range of dining options. This unspoilt little island is a paradise for hikers and mountain bikers, with numerous trails and routes criss-crossing its spectacular volcanic landscape. Praia da Vitória is also popular with windsurfers, due to its steady sea breeze. Hotel Praia Marina's splendid buffet breakfast is served in the dining room every morning, and guests can also enjoy the elegant lounge bar for drinks throughout the day. Bicycle and car hire are available from reception, and there is free parking on site.

Enjoying a fabulous location by a sheltered cove in the heart of the UNESCO protected vineyards of the island of Pico, Pocinhobay is set in a lovingly restored traditional Pico farmstead. With breathtaking views of mount Pico, the highest mountain in the Azores and Portugal, and over Faial island, this charming boutique property offers delightful bed and breakfast accommodation in a tranquil, secluded setting. Perfect for relaxing holidays on this spectacular little island, the town of Madalena, with its charming port and ferry links to the rest of the Azores is just over five kilometres away, while the airport of Pico is less than half an hour's drive from the property. Pocinhobay is ideally situated for outdoor activities, with a myriad of hiking routes criss-crossing the spectacular volcanic landscape. Scuba diving can enjoyed from the little cove by the property, and whale watching and swimming with dolphins can also be arranged. Accommodation at Pocinhobay consists of just six individually decorated and furnished rooms, set in the typical volcanic stone buildings of this traditional farmstead. Breakfast is served on a spectacular veranda, with magnificent views over the bay. Guests can also enjoy strolls in the huge grounds, and cool off in the fresh-water swimming pool

Standing in lush gardens and located by the Santo da Serra golf club, this charming boutique property is set in a carefully restored typical Madeira villa, originally built in 1920. Art-nouveau details abound in this regional heritage listed building, including floral tiles, slatted windows and a fish-scale roof. Serra Golf offers luxury accommodation and fine dining in a tranquil, friendly atmosphere. Just seven kilometres from the airport and less than half an hour's drive from Funchal, Porto Bay Serra Golf is ideal for relaxing holidays on this spectacular island. Activities available from the hotel or nearby include hiking and trekking, walks along the levadas, horse riding, 4x4 safaris and golf, with special prices available on both of the island's courses. Bicycles and cars are available for hire. Other popular activities available nearby include surfing, fishing and whale-watching. Porto Bay Serra Golf's Avó Micas restaurant offers delicious menus based on traditional Madeira cuisine with rustic touches, and a splendid breakfast is served here every morning. Guests can also enjoy the hotel's spa, which features a magnificent indoor pool with garden access, a sauna and a fitness room.

Standing in enormous grounds of 35.000 sq m, Quinta das Merces enjoys a spectacular seafront location in São Mateus, on Terceira island in the Azores. Situated in a painstakingly restored country estate, originally built in the 17th century, this charming boutique property offers luxurious accommodation in a magnificent setting. Perfect for relaxing visits to this beautiful green island, Quinta das Merces is just a few minutes' drive from the centre of Angra do Heroísmo, the ancient capital of the Azores and a UNESCO world heritage site. Praia da Vitória, with its beaches, marina and ferry links to the rest of the Azores islands, is also within easy reach. A haven for hikers and cyclists, visitors can enjoy an immense number of routes and trails that criss-cross this volcanic island. Activities available from the hotel itself include boat trips, cycling, kayaking and fishing. The property boasts a fine tennis court, a magnificent outdoor pool, and a fully equipped fitness room. Offering magnificent views of the garden and the seafront, Quinta das Merces has a number of elegant public areas, including a cosy lounge-bar with an open fireplace and plush sofas and armchairs. The hotel has just twelve faithfully restored rooms and suites, all elegantly furnished and spacious. The rooms are air-conditioned, come with large double or twin beds, and feature a range of modern amenities, including cable television and free Wi-Fi connections. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms with bathrobes and complimentary toiletries. Extra beds or baby cots may be added to some rooms on request.

Enjoying a splendid location, standing in a huge botanical garden and overlooking the Atlantic ocean and the port of Funchal, Quinta Jardins do Lago is set in a magnificently restored and modernised 18th century mansion. This luxury boutique property offers five-star accommodation and fine dining in a privileged setting. Less than two kilometres from the centre of Funchal, Quinta Jardins do Lago is ideal for relaxing holidays in this delightful port city. Steeped in history, many of Funchal's most important landmarks and attractions are within easy reach of the hotel, including the cathedral, the Santa Clara monastery and the Fortress-Palace of São Lourenço. Other attractions include the Monte cable car. Within the hotel itself, guests may choose from an immense range of facilities and activities, including two swimming pools, table tennis and croquet, billiards and a fitness room. There is also a spa centre with a sauna, Turkish bath and Jacuzzi. For fine dining experiences, the Beresford restaurant offers typical Madeira cuisine along with international dishes in the splendid dining room, named after the commander of the British forces in the Napoleonic wars. A magnificent antique sideboard remains in the dining room from this period. The Colombo Bistro offers more informal outdoor dining, while the O Visconde lounge bar serves fine wines, spirits, and cocktails in a cosy, elegant atmosphere.

With the intention of awakening all your senses, Sensi Nature and Spa is a perfect location to relax in the Azores, Portugal. Surrounded by mountains, lakes, and the sea, Sensi is a nature lover’s delight. The building keeps its harmony with nature through its wood and stone design. Sensi Nature & Spa offers its guests a restaurant with outstanding gastronomy and an extensive spa complete massages and facials, and an outdoor pool looking over the sea. The rooms of Sensi Nature & Spa are located in what once was a stable and are situated among a centered courtyard and garden. Some of the rooms even contain their own plunge pool, equipped kitchen, fireplace, or private deck. What really sets Sensi Nature & Spa apart is the spa and surrounding nature. This is where Sensi Nature & Spa gets its name. The adjacent forest and sea allow for outdoor activities such as horseback riding, hiking, canyoning, surf lessons, and sea fishing. The spa includes a Turkish bath, sauna, and indoor pool.