Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 24 reviews.
Bettina
Germany · Solo · May 2026
+Delicious breakfast - outstanding hospitality
−Double bed a little bit too small for us Germans 😉
Steven
United States · Solo · February 2026
+The most beautiful location imaginable in a picturesque valley. A breakfast for champions.
Lewis
United Kingdom · Family · August 2025
“Magical, beautiful and perfect”
+Magical!! Peaceful!! Beautiful!! The hosts were exceptional, so kind and welcoming and genuine, lovely people. Comfy beds, fab location… I can’t sing it enough praises!! 100% you should stay here for the most fantastic madeiran stay!!! Kids loved paddling in the water, feeding the fish and ducks, and the breakfast was delicious
−Nothing!!!! Literally PERFECT!!
Grace
Australia · Couple · April 2025
“Beautiful, memorable stay in a little corner of paradise”
+We had a beautiful stay at Moinho de Comandante - if you're looking for somewhere really special and memorable to stay, you won't regret booking Carlos' beautiful home. He has created a real oasis with a stunning garden, overlooking a beautiful river, nestled in a verdant valley. We watched ducks looking after their ducklings from our window, walked along the river and around the beautiful grounds, and thoroughly enjoyed the tasty breakfast prepared for us each morning. The house is cosy and charming and has all you could need. We used it as a base for many terrific hikes - it is near the popular lookout at Ribiero Frio, and it is easy to access alot of the other beautiful trials Madeira has to access.
Ewa
Poland · Family · February 2025
“Exceptional”
+This place is a real gem. Everything was perfect: scenic location, excellent breakfast, super clean house and great hosts!
−Nothing. Everything was perfect.
Mike
Belgium · Couple · December 2024
“Superb”
+The Moinho is located in a beautiful valley with lots of nature around. It is a very relaxing environment, you don't hear anything except for the birds and the river. Carlos is the best host you can imagine. He has lots of stories to tell, gives very useful hints, is always available for questions. And he makes a wonderful breakfast. The scrambled and fried eggs are made upon request. Every day he comes with another small surprise of local specialities. The appartement is very cosy, on cooler days the wood stove makes it nice warm. We totally felt at home. We enjoyed staying here a lot, thanks for everything!
−You need to keep in mind that some of the listed equipment is not available in your private living area, such as washing machine, dryer, toaster, oven. You can use them in the communal breakfast room. As written, it is very cosy, with lots of blankets and carpets. There will be some sneezing if you are sensitive...
Ann
Switzerland · Couple · July 2024
“Exceptional”
+In short, Best stay ever. It's like having your private valley, far away from the mass tourism. Carlos is a great host, has lots of stories to share and is also a great source of places to visit. The breakfast is massive, whith something new every day. If you like to be a bit off the beaten track, you will love this.
Edward
United Kingdom · Couple · July 2024
“Perfect.”
+It was perfect! Beautiful, cared for, scenic, great facilities, exceptional hosts.
−It was flawless, seriously.
Rasmus
Estonia · Couple · May 2024
“It was like staying in a fairy tale house.”
+It was not a hotel but a guesthouse with the loveliest hosts a person can ask for. There was a pond. There were ducks. It was a dream.
−Nothing to dislike, really.
Tomasz
Poland · Family · May 2024
“Exceptional”
+Everything about this place was just perfect, from the super-friendly hosts to the beautiful river passing just outside the windows. However, it's worth noting that having a car is essential for staying at this location.