The Best Hotels in Caniço, Madeira

Perched on a cliff at Ponta D’Oliveira, Galo Resort Hotel Galomar offers stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. It features direct sea access and indoor and outdoor pools.

The rooms at Hotel Galomar are decorated in a modern style. All rooms have satellite TV and an en suite bathroom. Some rooms have a private balcony with scenic sea views.

The Ashoka Spa offers a wide variety of treatments, including Ayurveda therapy. It also offers saunas and a hot tub.

Guests can enjoy fresh seafood at Restaurant Atlantis, at Hotel Galosol also features our buffet restaurant which serves local and international cuisine which can be enjoyed on the terrace .The Blue Bar at Galosol and Capoeira Pub offer a wide variety of drinks and snacks.

Caniço’s centre is 2.5 km from Galo Resort Hotel Galomar, and Funchal’s centre is 12 km away.

Casa Velha do Palheiro Relais & Chateaux is a 5-star manor house hotel situated in the old Palheiro Gardens in the foothills of Funchal. With access to the Palheiro Golf Course, guests can also have various golfing discounts.

Free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with a various choices of international channels are available.

A variety of eating venues include the Classical dining room with international haute cuisine, the more relaxed Restaurant Vista Balancal with its views over Funchal bay, the tea house in the Palheiro gardens or snacks at the Spa.

Guests can relax by the outdoor pool in the gardens or use the free facilities of the Spa at Casa Velha featuring a heated indoor pool as well as sauna and steam room.

The hotel organizes deep sea fishing on its own motor yacht Balancal as well as experiences with whale and dolphin watching. On site there is a tennis court, badminton, croquet as well as its own championship golf course – Palheiro Golf.

Casa Velha do Palheiro Relais & Chateaux is 7 km from the centre of Funchal and offers direct access to the award-winning Palheiro Gardens. Free private parking is available as well as a daily free shuttle service to the town centre.

Located in Levadas, Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive features a restaurant, fitness centre and bar. This 4-star hotel offers free WiFi. Every room is equipped with a balcony.

A buffet breakfast is served each morning at the property.

Funchal is 8 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport, 7 km from Riu Palace Madeira - All Inclusive.

Surrounded by gardens and overlooking Ilhas Desertas and the Ponta de S. Lourenço, the The Views Oasis is only 8 km from Madeira Airport. It has a large seawater pool and offers air-conditioned guestrooms with balconies.

Rooms at the The Views Oasis have modern wood furnishings and a seating area with cable TV. They come equipped with tea-and-coffee making facilities and a minibar. Some rooms boast panoramic sea views.

In the morning the Restaurant Aquamarina offers a buffet breakfast. The Oasis has an à la carte restaurant, a cocktail lounge with live entertainment, and a poolside bar that serves beverages and light snacks.

Guests can relax in the heated indoor pool, or visit the fitness centre. There is a playground for children and a reading room with a computer and free wired internet.

The The Views Oasis is 10 km from Funchal. The hotel offers 24-hour front desk service and free on-site private parking. An airport transfer service is available on request.

This beach resort in Caniço, Madeira offers a gym, massage services and beauty treatments. It has 3 restaurants, 2 bars, 3 pools and panoramic sea views. Funchal’s centre is a 20-minute drive away.

The rooms at the 4-star Galo Resort Hotel Galosol have a balcony with panoramic sea views. They also have air conditioning, satellite TV and a private bathroom with toiletries. All rooms have free WiFi access.

Guests can enjoy a range of relaxation treatments at the spa, including stone massages, pedicures and manicures. They can also attend aerobics or yoga classes and anti-stress programs. A diving centre is also available.

The Hotel Galosol also features a restaurant which serves local and international cuisine which can be enjoyed on the terrace overlooking the ocean.

The Galo Resort is a 20-minute drive from Madeira Airport.

Overlooking the Atlantic, this beachfront hotel offers private access to the Ocean, 2 pools and a wellness centre. Hotel minibus to Funchal available on weekdays (subject to availability and payment).

The rooms, studios and suites at Hotel Royal Orchid are modern in style and include an LCD TV and air conditioning. Each accommodation has a kitchenette and a private bathroom with hairdryer.

Sister Hotel Rocamar's restaurant provides lots of daylight and serves regional as well as international cuisine, including freshly caught fish and tender beef. Madeira wine is available at the Bar.

Besides the heated indoor pool and outdoor pool, guests can enjoy massages or visit the sauna and steam bath in the Health Club. Sun beds and showers are available at the sun terrace, which overlooks Caniço Bay.

Hotel Royal Orchid is just a 20 minutes’ drive away from Funchal, Palheiro Golf Course and the Santo da Serra Golf Course. The hotel offers paid parking as well as a car-rental and bike-rental service.

All services and facilities from the neighbouring Hotels Roca Mar and Cais da Oliveira are available to the Royal Orchid guests during their stay.

An Adults Only hotel set in a restored 19th-century manor house, nestled within 30,000 m² of beautifully landscaped botanical gardens overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

Located just 100 metres from the centre of Caniço, with easy access by foot to shops, restaurants, pharmacies, bank, supermarket, and other local services, the hotel is 8 km from Funchal and 9 km from airport.

Quinta Splendida offers the perfect balance of tranquillity, nature, and easy access to the city. This sanctuary is often described as an “Island within the Island.” More than a scenic setting, the garden serves as a haven for wellness, reconnection, and reflection, showcasing a wide variety of flora and offering guests moments of natural beauty and peace.

A recent addition is the Zen Garden – a tranquil sanctuary designed for meditation and mindfulness. Surrounded by stones, flowering trees, and gentle greenery, it invites guests to pause, breathe deeply, and embrace the stillness of the moment.

The gardens are home to seasonal flowers, aromatic plants, and an organic vegetable garden. Many of these herbs are used in the hotel’s wellness treatments and in dishes served at our restaurants, reflecting a deep-rooted philosophy of sustainability and respect for Nature.

Guests can enjoy one of the largest spas in Madeira, featuring 10 treatment rooms, a Finnish sauna, an indoor pool, an ice fountain, and a wide range of holistic therapies. Leisure activities nearby include golf, diving, and whale watching.

Elegant rooms at Quinta Splendida feature private balconies, modern furnishings, satellite TV, a minibar or kitchenette – ideal for long or independent stays.

Dining options include La Perla for gourmet Portuguese cuisine, a Thai lounge, a cocktail bar, and a poolside snack bar offering light meals and smoothies.

The hotel also provides a tour desk, bicycle rentals, and car hire assistance, making it easy to explore the island with comfort and care.

Hi-speed Wi-Fi is free and available throughout the property.