DESIGN MEETS WINE: DIVINE ACCOMMODATION IN THE HEART OF MADEIRA

DESIGN HOTELS™ PRESENTS THE VINE HOTEL

ON THE ‘ISLAND OF ETERNAL SPRING’

Berlin, 4 February 2009 – A visit to Madeira, the ‘Island of Eternal Spring’ wouldn’t be complete without
a luxurious stay at The Vine hotel. Recently opened in December 2008, the new Design Hotels™
member is located in the heart of Funchal, Madeira’s charming capital. The property, which takes its
name and inspiration from the famous Madeira Wine, is situated in the heart of the old town. With
spectacular views over the city and the port, highlights include the Restaurant UVA, with a three
Michelin Star Chef and a Vinotherapy Spa. The Vine’s generous spaces and breathtaking roof terrace
complement the interiors by award-winning designer Nini Andrade Silva. The hotel’s 79 rooms and
suites offer the ideal blend of soothing colour palettes with either breathtaking views of the city or the
harbour. Social life at the hotel revolves around a lobby lounge offering all-day dining and the popular
open air bar with heated rooftop swimming pool. Upon arrival at The Vine, guests experience feelings of
relaxation, rejuvenation and wellness, enhanced by a welcome massage and in room check in.

ROOMS
The 57 rooms and 22 designer and junior suites are divided between five floors and are all equipped with
exquisite amenities, such as a selection of therapeutic pillows, ranging from organic spelt to natural hay
and Egyptian cotton bed sheets and towels. Green, grey, violet and brown are the dominating colours of
the rooms and hotel, representing the different shadings of a grape-vine across the four seasons.

ROOF TERRACE
The roof terrace is a must see for every visitor. A Jacuzzi, pool, relaxation area, bar and the restaurant
UVA are available on the roof terrace, which is set over more than 1000m2 with spectacular 360º
panoramic views. It’s the ideal place for sitting in the sunshine or a glass of Madeira wine at the open air
bar.

RESTAURANT
At the hotel’s gourmet restaurant „UVA“ (Portuguese for „grape“) guests are indulged with culinary
highlights and panoramic views of Funchal. Tantalizing creations envisioned by three-star Michelin chef
Antoine Westermann tickle the palate with a fusion of French cuisine complemented by the use of
savoury local ingredients. He combines expertise in French cuisine and places particular emphasis on
locally sourced regional produce. A variety of small meals and snacks are available all day in the Terra
Lounge in the hotel lobby or at 360°, the rooftop pool bar offering panoramic views of Madeira.

SPA
The Vinotherapy Spa is the right place for guests in search of total relaxation, detox or rejuvenation.
Similar in its concept to the rest of the hotel, the spa is also inspired by Madeira Wine. All treatments are
based on TheraVine, one of the most prestigious brands of Vinotherapy, using local ingredients and
famous grape varieties such as Merlot, Chardonnay and Cabernet. The active ingredients are based on
seedless grapes, vine leaves and further integral elements of a vine, which release a regenerative energy
and consequently produce a very effective anti-aging remedy. Treatments range from facials through to
anti stress body massages and red wine baths.

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