The architectural heritage of the archipelago of Madeira is very diverse and has a great historical value. The Lugar de Baixo Palace, on the west coast of the island of Madeira, is an important example of that vast heritage.
Located in the municipality of Ponta do Sol, on the slope of Lugar de Baixo, it is also known as 'Zinos Palace'. Both the main building and the attached chapel, dedicated to Saint Anthony, were built in the late 19th century.
The Lugar de Baixo Palace has a romantic style, which creates a harmonious connection with its green surroundings. The outer patio has a large usable area of 1103 m². From there it is possible to see the Marina and the Lugar de Baixo Lagoon.
Having served various purposes over time, including being the headquarters of the Practical and Elementary School of Agriculture and also a primary school, it was abandoned between 1976 and 2002, when the Regional Government of Madeira renovated the building. Since 2020 it has been a boutique hotel with nine rooms and its three floors include a restaurant, a bar, a meeting room and, outside, a swimming pool.
Located in Ponta do Sol, the Lugar de Baixo Palace is an original 19th-century building. It has a romantic style and seductive natural surroundings. It currently houses the 1905 Zino's Palace hotel.
