Hotel Torre Praia

Overlooking 9km of  blissfully uninterrupted beach, the Hotel Torre Praia is one of Portugal’s truly hidden gems.

The small Madeiran island of Porto Santo continues to remain under-the-radar for many. As bathers scramble for space on busy European beaches, there’s a different approach here: no rush, no stress – space is at a premium and Porto Santo’s beaches are never crowded.

Overlooking these idyllic sands is the Hotel Torre Praia – the beach is its doorstep, and a leisurely stroll brings you from room, to beach, to ocean. The hotel has sixty-six balcony rooms with garden or sea views to choose from, with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi throughout. There’s also an outdoor pool and sun terrace, two restaurants and a beach-front bar – the Restaurants Salinas has a traditional Portuguese menu in the evenings and there’s a more relaxed pizzeria open throughout the day.

The centre of Porto Santo’s little capital Vila Baleira is a two-minute walk away, with a nice selection of shops, restaurants and café bars where a warm welcome is guaranteed.