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Dorisol Buganvilia Studio Hotel

3.0 star property
Family-friendly aparthotel with 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa

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Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Meeting facility
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Reception
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Dorisol Buganvilia Studio Hotel offers an eco-certified retreat near the CR7 Museum. Guests can relax in the garden, book a massage or facial at Spa Dorisol, or stay active with cycling and tennis options.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Hot Tub

Room options

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Standard Studio | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

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Highlights

Balcony
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Superior Studio, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Studio with Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Located in Funchal, Dorisol Buganvilia Studio Hotel is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Centro Comercial Forum Madeira and La Vie Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Laurisilva of Madeira and Santa Catarina Park. Traveling with kids? Consider CR7 Museum and Lido Bathing Complex. Scuba diving and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
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Rua Casa Branca, Funchal, Madeira, 9004-535

What's nearby

  • Lido Bathing Complex - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Centro Comercial Forum Madeira - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • CR7 Museum - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Town Square - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Funchal Farmers Market - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monumental Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Paella Restaurante - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Vaca Negra - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tapassol Restaurante - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Nagoya Restaurante - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Dorisol Buganvilia Studio Hotel

Family-friendly aparthotel with 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa
Along with 2 outdoor pools, this smoke-free aparthotel has a full-service spa and an indoor pool. Free WiFi in public areas and a free manager's reception are also provided. Other amenities include a restaurant, a health club, and a bar/lounge. Each apartment provides a TV with cable channels, plus a kitchenette with a refrigerator, a stovetop, and a microwave. Added amenities include free WiFi, a balcony, and room service. Change of towels is available on request.
Dorisol Buganvilia Studio Hotel offers 103 accommodations with hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations at this 3-star aparthotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with cable channels. Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor tennis court and a health club are featured at the aparthotel. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with an indoor pool. In addition to a children's pool, other recreational amenities include a hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Spa Dorisol has 1 treatment room. Services include facials, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub. The spa is open select days.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Black sand beach nearby
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Pool/Spa

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Massage
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Sauna
  • Treatment room

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered self parking on site (EUR 7 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Free crib

Restaurants on site

  • Mermaid

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 8.50 for adults and EUR 4.25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: EUR 22 per day

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Library
  • Piano
  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service

Work spaces

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Change of towels on request
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Phone
  • Safe (surcharge)
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • In an entertainment district
  • Near the boardwalk/promenade
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Health club
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Indoor pool (guest access) nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Segway rentals/tours nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 building
  • 103 units
  • 11 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Built in 1990
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from September 15 2025 to October 20 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the swimming pools
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 22.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 8.50 for adults and EUR 4.25 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: EUR 7 per day (in/out privileges)
  • In-room safe fee: EUR 1.80 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 22.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - 511000103
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Property Registration Number 7142

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 24
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on January 1
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Buganvilia
Dorisol Buganvilia
Dorisol Buganvilia Funchal
Dorisol Buganvilia Hotel
Dorisol Buganvilia Hotel Funchal
Hotel Dorisol Buganvilia
Dorisol Buganvilia Hotel
Dorisol Buganvilia Studio
Dorisol Buganvilia Studio Hotel Funchal
Dorisol Buganvilia Studio Hotel Aparthotel
Dorisol Buganvilia Studio Hotel Aparthotel Funchal

Frequently asked questions

Does Dorisol Buganvilia Studio Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, and a children's pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–8:00 PM. One of the pools will be unavailable from September 15 2025 to October 20 2025 (dates subject to change).

Is Dorisol Buganvilia Studio Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dorisol Buganvilia Studio Hotel?

Self parking is available for EUR 7 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Dorisol Buganvilia Studio Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Dorisol Buganvilia Studio Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dorisol Buganvilia Studio Hotel located?

This family-friendly Funchal aparthotel is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Lido Bathing Complex and Estádio do Marítimo. Ponta Gorda Bathing Complex and Centro Comercial Forum Madeira are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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