Room
Double or Twin Room
Spacious 33 m² room with private balcony or terrace, sea, garden or pool view, air-conditioning and a fully equipped private bathroom.
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The Hotel
A quiet hideaway above Calheta
Perched on the sunny hillsides of Madeira, Engenho Velho is an intimate adults-only boutique hotel surrounded by lush greenery, banana plantations and sweeping Atlantic Ocean views. Guests admire spectacular sunsets from their private balcony, the swimming pool or the restaurant terrace, where panoramic sea views become part of the experience. With only a handful of rooms, Engenho Velho keeps an exclusive, uncrowded feel - a true hideaway designed exclusively for adults seeking calm, comfort and time together.
Stay
Rooms & Suites
Spacious, immaculately maintained and filled with natural light - every room is designed for comfort, serenity and a true sense of escape.
Room
Suite
Generous 50 m² suite with 1 full bed, private balcony or terrace, sea, garden or pool view, spa tub and a separate sitting area for a slow, restful stay.
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Dining
Restaurante Engenho Velho
Mornings begin with a generous breakfast buffet of fresh pastries, juice, cheese, fruit and Madeiran specialties. Throughout the day, the restaurant serves traditional Portuguese flavours, fresh seafood and seasonal dishes in a relaxed, welcoming setting. As the day draws to a close, the sunset terrace becomes the best seat on the southwest coast - panoramic sea views stretching to the horizon as the sun dips behind the Atlantic.
Facilities
Everything you need to slow down
The hotel features an outdoor saltwater swimming pool with sweeping ocean views, a sun terrace and a peaceful garden where guests can unwind. The on-site restaurant and bar serve breakfast, lunch and dinner, while air-conditioned rooms, daily housekeeping, free private parking and free WiFi throughout ensure complete comfort. For deeper relaxation, spa treatments and massage are available on request.
Find Us
Above Calheta, on Madeira's sunny coast
A privileged location surrounded by banana plantations and Atlantic views - close to beaches, hiking trails and the island's best landscapes.
What's nearby
- Calheta Beach2.5 km
- Ponta do Sol Beach7 km
- Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira Airport47 km
Explore Madeira
From the sun-drenched southwest coast to the Laurissilva forest and levada walking trails, Madeira is an island of dramatic cliffs, hidden waterfalls and botanical gardens. Discover what to see and do during your stay.
Visit Madeira official guide ->Reservations
Plan your escape
Whether you are planning a long weekend or a slow week by the Atlantic, our team is ready to help you secure the right room and the right dates. Live availability and best rates are confirmed online in just a few clicks.
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- AddressRua do Ledo nº 21, Arco da Calheta, 9370-073 Ilha da Madeira, Portugal
- Phone+351 291 143 380
- Emailinfo@engenhovelho.com
- ReceptionOpen daily - our team speaks Portuguese and English.