Dorisol Mimosa Studio Hotel

We spent a week at the Mimosa hotel at the beginning of August. The Tui coach dropped us off at the bottom of the steep hill up to the hotel. Checking in was efficient and both lifts were working up to the 6th floor, although there was only one lift working during the rest of the week. The balcony had a table and 2 chairs and the views of the pool and sea were amazing. The apartment was basic with 2 single beds, but no air con or fans and there was some traffic noise from the road. There was a shower in the clean bathroom, but we had to climb into the bath to use it. Although the kitchenette had a microwave and minimal amount of plates and cutlery, it did not have a kettle or toaster. The apartment, however, included a TV, fridge and hairdryer. Breakfast was included and offered ample selections of cereals, fruit, cheese, ham, nuts, cooked breakfast and bread and cakes, although the cooked food could have been warmer. There was also coffee, tea or fruit juices available, with inside and outside seating an option. There was an outside swimming pool (cool) and a toddler pool with plenty of sun beds surrounding them – also an inside pool. There are tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, sauna, spa and gym. The food at the pool side was very good and the bar staff were both friendly and helpful. The apartment was cleaned most days by cheerful staff. There was some entertainment at the pool bar, which everyone seemed to enjoy. The rooftop bar has fabulous views, but doesn't seem to be used to its full potential. There are plenty of restaurants and shops nearby, as well as local buses to explore the island and visit Funchal. Altogether this was a pleasant summer holiday for our family.

The breakfast is wonderful!!!

Our second trip to Monumental area and first to Mimosa. Great location for walking into Funchal centre and also for walking in the opposite direction to Camara de Lobos. Yes the hotel is up a hill but nothing too taxing. Our room was on the 9th floor and had a good balcony with a great view of the sea. The studio was large and well laid out. The beds were comfortable. We only needed to use the kettle and the fridge. The bathroom, like the rest of the room, was exceptionally clean with a good shower and working hairdryer. The towels were changed when requested. The breakfast buffet was superb with everything you could think of and more with perfect coffee at the touch of a button. There is seating both inside and outside on the terrace. The pool is a good size with the sun coming round about 10am until 6 pm. I would recommend this place and would return in future.

An honest opinion. The hotel is on a steep slope, 150 steps upwards, we thought there was a courtesy buggy but told on arrival there wasn't. ALL the receptionists were not very helpful bordering on being rude. A thankyou or a smile would have been welcome! The restaurant staff were also the same, non smiling, blank looks and disinterested. The outside poll bar eatery was very nice, the food and the staff were very good. We had a ocean facing room on the eighth floor which was good though a little worn, but the whole ok. We used the local buses that were efficient although be aware if you are a standing passenger as the hurtle around bends and stop abruptly. Would I go back to the hotel, perhaps not as it is a bus ride away from the centre of Funchal.