I stayed at this hotel for a week with my fiance. We booked our stay directly with the hotel and they arranged our taxi from the airport. From being picked up from the airport we found the Maderian people really friendly and helpful. The hotel itself was absolutely fantastic. The staff where really helpful and professional. Once we arrived we... more

We stayed at the Alberegaria Dias for one week in July. The room was very nicely furnished with a fridge that could be used for cooling your drinks. We booked directly with the hotel and our room was No. 402 which was at the top of the hotel and is very large with a large balcony with table and chairs... more

We stayed at this hotel for a 4 nights at the end of March 2008. We found the wplace on tripadvisor and booked directly with the hotel via email. The hotel staff were incredibly welcoming, but not over-bearing - they were pleasantly suprised to see a young couple staying there (we are 30!). Overall we loved the place. It's really... more

We got back yesterday from Funchal,our second trip to Madeira.We booked directly with Cecilia, on reception, at the Albergaria Dias Hotel.We had read all of the reviews and we totally agree with the rave reviews from other visitors. Juan Dias and his staff are fantastic.We were embraced by him on our departure and thanked for for our visit.When was anyone... more

What a gem of an hotel! It is situated in the old town with the cable car, marina and sea front, bus station, city centre and restaurants within easy walking distance. The personable owner, Mr Dias, was often in the hotel and made it his business to check that everyone was happy with the service they were receiving. His staff... more

We chose this hotel from Thomson's Small and Friendly brochure and believe me they were not wrong. The hotel is perfectly situated in the old town with numerous restaurants within a couple of minutes walk and everything you need in central Funchal just a few minutes further. The bus stops and cable car are just down the road too. You... more

Possibly the best small hotel we have ever stayed at. Booked it on the basis of the Trip Advisor reviews and found them all to be true. Most courteous and helpful staff ever encountered. Lovely room with balcony and sea view (pay a little extra for the higer rooms for the sea view). Great ,intimate and relaxing pool area with... more

Our first time to Madeira,and we had read the very good reports on Trip advisor about this hotel. The booking was direct with the hotel, travelled with easy jet and caught the 'aerobus' from the airport to the town centre.The hotel reception was friendly, gave us a welcome drink and advised us on the best local restaurants. Room 301 was... more

This hotel is without a doubt a gem - an oasis located in the old town area of Funchal. Have just spent 5 sun-filled days based at the Albergaria Dias and will most probably return there often in the coming years. The hotel, the location, the staff all are charming and friendly. Rooms (35 in total) are modern, clean and... more