On the edge of the island, not so far away from the capital of Funchal that you feel cut off, but far enough that you can enjoy the spoils of being on a private peninsula (uninterrupted sparkling sea views, for one), it offers what many hotels on the island can’t: privacy. It’s all too tempting to stay in your room – charming, decorated in subtle powder pink, blue and cream hues – but there’s much to explore, from the two magnificent heated outdoor swimming pools, a spa and gym, to the impressive oceanside sunlounge area – captured by many looking for the perfect Instagram shot – where a dive board waits for you to plunge into the Atlantic.