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Doca's Refuge by Homie

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A high-rise hotel with multiple balconies overlooking a coastal area.
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area visible through an open door.
A wooden table with a vase of white flowers, a wooden chair, and a green door.
A balcony with a table set for breakfast, overlooking a building and the sea.
A hallway with a wooden door, a washing machine, and a surfboard on the wall.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Centro Comercial Forum Madeira

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Garage parking available
  • Non-smoking
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Funchal
  • Place, Centro Comercial Forum Madeira
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Formosa Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Lido Bathing Complex
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Bidet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Funchal

Located in Funchal, this apartment is by the ocean. CR7 Museum and Universo de Memorias Joao Carlos Abreu are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Centro Comercial Forum Madeira and Plaza Madeira. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Estádio do Marítimo or Madeira Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Funchal

What's nearby

  • Centro Comercial Forum Madeira - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Doca do Cavacas Natural Pools - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Ponta Gorda Bathing Complex - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Formosa Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Lido Bathing Complex - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Balcony - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Doca do Cavacas - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Art Food Corner - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Red Car - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Rubi's - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Doca's Refuge by Homie pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Doca's Refuge by Homie ?

As of 3 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Doca's Refuge by Homie on 16 Nov 2026 start from £268, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Doca's Refuge by Homie ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Doca's Refuge by Homie ?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Doca's Refuge by Homie located?

Situated by the ocean, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Doca do Cavacas Natural Pools, Praia Formosa and Centro Comercial Forum Madeira. Formosa Beach and Ponta Gorda Bathing Complex are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

7.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
A great apartment with excellent transport links and the location was perfect being so close to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute place to stay. Nice ocean view. Close to restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
We arrived FNC 1100. They wouldn't let us leave our luggage in the property, claiming cleaning was to be done (they can't clean around a couple of wheeled suitcases?). Waited at FNC for 4hrs & arrived 1600 as arranged. No-one turned up to let us in for another 30mins.Despite stating "kitchen is fully equipped" and " home away from home" it's nowhere near. Kitchen equipment missing: salad spinner, whisk, masher, mixing bowls, jugs, can opener, baking trays, toaster and not enough mugs.Broken washing machine replaced within a couple of days.No: laundry basket, clothes pegs (a few provided on request), dustpan brush & mop/bucket (ditto), microwave instructions, oven knob icons had been wiped, side tables & bedside cabinets - we used chairs/stools/floor.Some hosts provide equipment when asked but not here.The water did not get hot enough till someone came to fix the gas pressure.Pros: location, next to Lido promenade, on 3 bus routes inc yellow tour; grocer with bakery, alcohol & limited fruit/veg; plenty of towel rails; frostless fridge/freezer; salt, pepper, oil & vinegar, toiletriesCons: road noisy, heavy traffic (OK at night); dark apartment (poor design); kitchen badly designed (wrongly hinged fridge/freezer, drawer unit fouled by oven door); bed small, comfortable but vast duvet didn't fit covers; small open balcony; larger enclosed one, windows filthy quickly; building needs repair; rubbish area not emptied/cleaned often enough; spa bath rusty with no instructions.
No side tables
Bedside shelf inadequate
Only one oven glove to lift heavy casseroles (lucky we bring our own) - only one small saucepan with long handle
Washing machine unusable with missing buttons, should have been checked by cleaners
Stayed 43 nights in Dec 2025
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