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Vila Baleira Thalassa

4.0 of 5
Sitio do Cabeco da Ponta | Apartado 243, Porto Santo Island 9400-909, Portugal
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uk
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2013

Porto Santo lovely. The hotel was OK but not great.Very hard beds and the food was poor. 98% Italian guests. Lovely beach. Not much to do s only suitable for a quiet relaxing holiday.easy short transfer from airport, only down side for Brits is Thomson only fly from Gatwick.

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Milano
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14 reviews 14 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2013

If you want somewhere clean, organized, a few steps from the sea, this is the place. I found a sea better than Sicily (and I am an Italian and I shouldn't say that). It's an emerald/blueish see, with a golden sand. Just amazing. The hotel is a good hotel. There isn't much in the evening but a week is just... More

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Porthmadog, United Kingdom
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4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2013

This is the tallest building on the island, so you can always find your way back. Mind you, getting lost on an island this size would really take some doing. The staff were very helpful and the service at the bar/restaurant very friendly. The beach is stunning - over 5 miles long and virtually deserted. Some travel companies will want... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 November 2012

The Vilabaleria was a wonderful hotel. Due to the size of our family, we needed two rooms. When we arrived, we found that our rooms had been smoked in despite their no smoking policy. The reception staff was absolutely wonderful and changed our rooms to ones that were not smoked in. Our view out of the balcony while changed was... More

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Lisbon, Portugal
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59 reviews 59 reviews
44 hotel reviews
Reviews in 37 cities Reviews in 37 cities
61 helpful votes 61 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 November 2012

This island is a magic place. If you want to have a moment for yourself, relax and reshape your energies, this is the place to go. Don't wait for fancy places or hotel.. Unfortunately i know this island deserver much more, but i am sure time will bring it. The hotel is a common place, service is nice, but a... More

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Leeds, United Kingdom
1 review
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 September 2012

What a fantastic holiday. The hotel was clean, the rooms where clean and the staff extremely friendly. The food was good although after eating at the hotel several days it was a welcome change to eat out. The hotel has a fantastic pool and the beach is immaculate. The island get very little rain so the sun is usually out.... More

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London, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 September 2012

I booked this holiday at the very last minute as my husband and I had been exceptionally busy this year and I thought it looked a great place to relax. Didn't want anything to do except to sit in the sun, swim, read and do some crosswords. This was our third all inclusive holiday with First Choice in a year.... More

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cheam surrey
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7 hotel reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 September 2012

The hotels exterior resembles the apartments built by the russians in Cuba.Luckily the interior is a complete contrast,reception,bar and bedrooms are tastefully modern.Staff were efficient,friendly with a genuine desire to please. Food.As has been said the breakfast is as varied to please all nations.Lunch and dinner seem to be more of a miss mash.The salad bar had no cold meats... More

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See 3 more reviews by gluttonCheamSurrey for Porto Santo Island
Portsmouth
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 September 2012

booked Vilabaleira as a last minute break through Thompson for a weeks getaway from it all, and have to say if you want to get away from it all Porto Santo is the place, outstanding beach, consistantly warm around 27 but felt alot hotter at times and very relaxing, very little to do but some great restaurants if you want... More

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London
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 September 2012

We are curently registered here and this is our first time on the island and it is a truley laid back and relaxing holiday and we would definately return to the island, just not to this hotel. on the positive side the staff are helpful and friendly and the hotel is clean and on the whole very modern. on the... More

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Also Known As:
Vilabaleira Thalassa Porto Santo
Hotel Vilabaleira Thalassa
Address: Sitio do Cabeco da Ponta | Apartado 243, Porto Santo Island 9400-909, Portugal
Region: Portugal > Madeira Islands > Porto Santo Island
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Children Activities Kitchenette Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#2 On the Beach Hotels in Porto Santo Island
#3 Luxury Hotels in Porto Santo Island
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
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