Enseada das Conchas Pousada - Ilha do Mel
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Carlos and Suely
The friendly couple, Carlos and Sueli, owns the pousada Enseada das Conchas. Carlos´ mother and his sister founded this pousada 18 years ago and after a while, Carlos and Sueli decided to take it over. [Read more]This accommodation provider has taken action to address one or more issues (whether environmental, social or cultural) which will contribute positively to the long term viability of the destination and hence their site displays a Caring for the destination rating.
Main area of focus in Caring for the Destination:
Environmental - waste minimization
Environmental - waste minimization
Detailed description of the Caring for the Destination Initiative:
Pousada Enseada das Conchas is part of the Bem Receber program, created by the Tourism Ministry. It means, "good receiving", and aims to develop and promote businesses and individuals to introduce and maintain projects relating to responsible tourism, such as water and energy saving, staff education and qualification, waste recycling and others.
Pousada Enseada das Conchas is part of the Bem Receber program, created by the Tourism Ministry. It means, "good receiving", and aims to develop and promote businesses and individuals to introduce and maintain projects relating to responsible tourism, such as water and energy saving, staff education and qualification, waste recycling and others.
This rating is an aggregate score for "Caring for Destination" we survey the travellers
The Enseada das Conchas Pousada - Ilha do Mel has an average rating of 2.50 (out of a possible 3)
Traveller Comments:The Enseada das Conchas Pousada - Ilha do Mel has an average rating of 2.50 (out of a possible 3)
The scores for each parameter are:
Traveller find the hotel to be "caring for the destination": 3
Traveller book this hotel because it was listed as "caring for the destination": 2
Traveller find the hotel to be "caring for the destination": 3
Traveller book this hotel because it was listed as "caring for the destination": 2
"The pousada hosts are very aware of the envirnoment and caring for the island."
Mr. SImon W. - New Zealand on 07/03/2009
Mr. SImon W. - New Zealand on 07/03/2009
This rating is an aggregate score for the six parameters we survey (Cleanliness, Check in/Welcome, Service, Charm/Experience, Overall Impression/Value)
The Enseada das Conchas Pousada - Ilha do Mel has an average rating of 4.97 (out of a possible 5)
Traveller Comments:The Enseada das Conchas Pousada - Ilha do Mel has an average rating of 4.97 (out of a possible 5)
The scores for each parameter are:
| Cleanliness | 4.86 |
| Check in/Welcome | 4.86 |
| Service | 5 |
| Charm/Experience | 5 |
| Overall Impression/Value | 5 |
"Friendly hosts and great, fresh breakfast. Rooms are not very big, but comfortable and with great bed linens."
Mr. Jean-Pierre D. - France on 09/09/2010
Mr. Jean-Pierre D. - France on 09/09/2010
"Carlos and Sue are great. We spent nice hours listening to music and talking. Now we have friends living at Ilha do Mel!"
Mr. John W. - United States on 09/05/2010
Mr. John W. - United States on 09/05/2010
"The accommodation was perfectly situated and comfortable and the owner, Carlos, was incredibly helpful. The breakfasts were fabulous with warm homemade bread and delicious coffee. We all wanted to stay longer."
Ms. Susan O. on 24/03/2010
Ms. Susan O. on 24/03/2010
"The guesthouse is very homey and charming. My family and I felt very well here. Sueli and Carlos are great hosts. The breakfast is delicious!"
Ms. Wendy D. on 15/01/2010
Ms. Wendy D. on 15/01/2010
"Sueli and Carlos are delightful and gracious hosts, never intrusive. Now we have friends who live on Ilha do Mel."
Mr. Lair D. - United States on 08/12/2009
Mr. Lair D. - United States on 08/12/2009
"We highly recommend Pousada Enseada das Conchas. Very friendly hosts and fantastic breakfasts."
Mr. SImon W. - New Zealand on 07/03/2009
Mr. SImon W. - New Zealand on 07/03/2009
