Aspa Studios - Urban Conscious Living

One of the best holidays ever. An amazing place in the heart of Funchal, very quiet and peaceful, well maintained and with attention to every detail, from the welcoming box of sweets to the everyday smiling face of the cleaning lady. Fully equipped kitchen. A unique terrace with an authentic style and a breathtaking view. The only thing that wasn't to our taste was the breakfast, despite the lady's efforts to prepare something different every day, it just wasn't our cup of tea. Strongly recommend

This was our second stay at ASPA, and it’s now officially our favourite place to stay. There’s something truly special about it — the design is stunning, full of personality, yet the atmosphere remains effortlessly cosy and welcoming, like a home. The staff is fantastic: warm, attentive, and proactive. Breakfast was even more delicious that we remembered, and the terrace is the perfect spot to unwind after a day exploring the city. We love the vibe, the thoughtful approach to sustainability, and the impeccable taste in every detail. We’re already counting down the days until our next visit. One thing worth mentioning: we came across some negative reviews and photos that don’t reflect our experience — or the beauty of this place. After chatting with the hotel manager, we learned that a few years ago, the hotel temporarily managed a nearby guesthouse. For a while, both properties shared the same listing, even though they were quite different. That guesthouse no longer belongs to the hotel, and although the businesses were separated, some outdated photos and reviews remain linked to this profile. Unfortunately, a few people still leave feedback for the former guesthouse here by mistake... So if you're planning a visit, don't let old reviews or photos mislead you — this hotel is truly something special.

The apartment was very clean and all appliances worked as expected. The staff were lovely and though these are apartments they offer facilities such as breakfast, and a change of bedding and towels. The only things to note are there is no air con, but instead you get a large ceiling fan. The breakfast is also basic, but it’s fine if you want a coffee and a light bite to get the day started.

Lovely, central and quiet place to stay. Great breakfast buffet. Stayed with friend and colleague for work for 4 days. Close to everything and very clean and we felt well looked after. Staff speak several languages and everyone was very welcoming.

Very disappointing. My room was run down and dingy and parts of the furnishings were simply broken or so badly rusted that pieces of rust crumble off. The staff in the breakfast room appeared every day in T-shirts and sweatpants.