Allegro Madeira Adults Only

"It’s our last day here in Madeira, and we’ve had a fabulous time staying at the Allegro Madeira – Adults Only, in the Lido area of Funchal. One of the biggest highlights has been the pool area. When you’re holidaying with your hubby without the family, there’s something rather lovely about being able to relax by a pool without inflatables flying around and other people’s children splashing about! 😂 The adults-only setting is a real bonus and something we’ve particularly appreciated. The staff deserve a huge mention. From the welcome at check-in to the team who work so hard to keep everything clean and tidy, the service has been superb. Everyone has been attentive, friendly and genuinely keen to help. Our suite was contemporary, bright and welcoming, with a colourful sofa and futon. In hindsight, I suspect the hotel might wish they’d chosen darker upholstery, given the challenge of keeping bright fabrics looking pristine, but the overall feel of the suite was lovely. There’s a coffee station, complimentary soft drinks in the fridge, and shampoo, conditioner and body wash provided in the bathroom. The bed was a fabulous super king, and the pillow menu was a great touch for getting a comfortable night’s sleep. The location is excellent, right in the heart of the Lido area, with a short Bolt ride or taxi into central Funchal. There are also some fantastic restaurants nearby, including several highly rated ones. My tip would be to check TripAdvisor before heading out, as there are some real gems in the surrounding area. On a personal note, I want to give a special thank you to the reception team. I made the rookie mistake of forgetting to apply mosquito repellent on our first night and ended up with a nasty bite that developed into early cellulitis, complete with a huge blister. The reception team immediately organised a bag of ice and arranged for a doctor to come to the hotel. Within an hour, I’d been seen in my room and had a prescription issued. When you’re away from home and something like this happens, that level of care and efficiency makes all the difference. Thank you! ❤️ Breakfast was another lovely surprise. The buffet exceeded our expectations, which is saying something given that we’ve eaten in some beautiful restaurants around the world. The fresh fruit, range of yoghurts, and omelette and pancake stations were particular favourites. Once again, the staff were attentive and nothing seemed too much trouble. We also loved the rooftop bar. Watching the sun go down with a large glass of sangria in hand, surrounded by those stunning views, was just fabulous. 🍹🌅 It’s the perfect spot to unwind at the end of the day. I think the greatest compliment you can pay any hotel is to say you’d return, and we absolutely would. I’ll admit I’m usually a five-star resort kind of gal, but I think the Allegro has found its winning formula. It’s comfortable, well located, has superb staff and offers that adults-only atmosphere that makes a couples’ holiday feel like a proper escape. We’ve had a wonderful stay, and we’ll definitely be back. Thank you, Allegro! ❤️🌴"

"The allegro is well located near to public swimming facilities, bars and restaurants. Staff are friendly and welcoming. Areas are clean and tidy, room was well tended to. Our junior suite had a small balcony overlooking the sea and the pool area. And a second smaller balcony overlooking other rooms and buildings. Hotel is situated near a busy road but on the 8th floor the noise wasn't intrusive. Bed was comfortable with a selection of pillows a nice touch. Toilet area could do with a few more shelves, but the shower was excellent. Large smart TV allowed us to stream from our own Netflix on our phone. Air con allowed us to keep the room down to 18 degrees when needed. Breakfasts were tasty with freshly made pancakes, fried eggs and omelettes a nice touch. Buffet had a good selection of just about everything you'd expect. We ate dinner one night and it was also a buffet but very well presented. A decent option for those wanting to stay in . Unremarkable when compared to the local eateries though. The are games and a small library in public areas, as well as decent WiFi for streaming. Pool area was good and never busy. Pool was clean and good for a quick dip. We did not try ordering from the app because frankly the bar is just a few steps from the poolside. Rooftop bar gave excellent views across the water, and lovely views of the sunsets. When we had a medical issue, staff were excellent, advising and arranging everything for us. Couldn't have asked for more from them."

"The facilities are in good condition. Delicious breakfast. I would ask for more variety at dinner, better views and a larger pool, more activities at the hotel. To be from the Barceló chain and for the price paid, I frankly expected much more."