The Best Hotels in Funchal

Set on a cliff in 10 acres of subtropical gardens overlooking the Atlantic, this 5-star resort features an oceanfront spa, 3 swimming pools and direct access to oceanic waters.

All rooms at Reid's Palace are elegantly furnished and include a balcony and marble bathroom with amenities. A minibar with complimentary soft drinks and free in-room movies are available to each room.

Reid’s Palace Spa features indoor and outdoor therapy suites with a private whirlpool. It offers an indulgent menu of treatments using world-class spa brands. Dry and wet saunas are also on site.

Active guests can play a match on the tennis courts, or get energised with cardiovascular equipment at the modern gym.

Madeira's finest ingredients are brought to life at Michelin-starred William Restaurant, while the Villa Cipriani serves classic Italian dishes. The Dining Room organises elegant soirees in Edwardian ambiance, during the winter season.

The Reid’s is 3 km from Praia Formosa Beach and 15 minutes’ walk to Funchal city centre with plenty of nightlife. It provides free private parking.

Located in the hills surrounding Funchal, this 18th-century mansion is set in extensive botanical gardens with 600 different plant species. All rooms have balconies overlooking the gardens.

Quinta Jardins do Lago's spacious rooms are elegantly furnished and include a seating area, a marble bathroom and a large balcony. Each room features air conditioning, cable TV and free WiFi.

Beresford Restaurant, available daily for evening meals, is an indoor restaurant where Madeira and International cuisine melt. There are 2 bars, one of which is a poolside bar surrounded by mango trees and flowers.

Quinta Jardins do Lago has a large lagoon-style swimming pool surrounded by sun terraces with sun beds. Guests can work out in the gym or spend the afternoon in the sauna, Turkish bath and hot tub.

This luxurious boutique hotel is situated 1.5 km from the centre of Funchal. Free parking is available, and a free shuttle service to and from the city centre is available upon request. Madeira International Airport is 18 km from Quinta Jardins do Lago.

Situated atop a natural peninsula, The Cliff Bay provides panoramic Atlantic Ocean views and private sea access. There are indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a 2-Michelin star restaurant and free Wi-Fi.

All guest rooms have twin queen-size beds, an en suite marble bathroom and an LCD cable TV. In addition, all rooms feature a veranda with table and chairs, giving views of the hotel's gardens or the Bay of Funchal.

Cliff Bay features 3 restaurants, including the 2-Michelin star Il Gallo d'Oro, which serves aromatic Mediterranean and Iberian cuisine. Guests can also relax in any of the on-site cafés and bars.

Cliff Bay features top-of-the-range spa and wellness facilities. There is direct, private access to the sea as well as tennis courts, a games room and a library.

The hotel is located within a 5-minute drive from the Funchal centre, just 20 minutes’ drive from Madeira Airport. An airport shuttle is available upon request.

Set within extensive gardens of various subtropical trees and a banana plantation, Quinta da Casa Branca - Small Luxury Hotels of the World features a boutique hotel and an elegant manor house and offers a heated pool and rooms with garden views. There is a spa room and two restaurants at the property.

Free WiFi access, tea and coffee making facilities and a private balcony or terrace overlooking the gardens are available in all accommodations. Each of the private bathrooms is comfortably equipped with a hairdryer, bathrobe and slippers.

The Health Club is equipped with a fitness training room, sauna, steam bath, hot tub and a relaxation room. The Frangipani Spa room offers massages and beauty treatments. An outdoor heated swimming pool and communal relaxation spaces in the gardens are also provided, offering guests peaceful settings to relax or peruse a book.

Set in the Manor House, “The Dining Room” Restaurant has an al fresco dining terrace and offers fine Mediterranean cuisine, à la carte or table d’hôte. Amongst the gardens, the “Garden Pavilion” Restaurant is set in a modern wooden glass building with a terrace and offers buffet breakfast, lunch and snacks.

Quinta da Casa Branca - Small Luxury Hotels of the World's 24-hour reception staff can arrange private jeep tours around the Island, Levada walks, sailing trips, car and bike rentals and airport private transfers. Madeira Airport is 20 km away from Quinta da Casa Branca - Small Luxury Hotels of the World and Funchal city centre is 2 km away.

Les Suites at The Cliff Bay features a heated outdoor swimming pool and a garden in Funchal. Located in the Sao Martinho district, the property provides guests with access to a hot tub, a sauna and three restaurants.

Guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV, a seating area and a private balcony with sea views.

Les Suites at The Cliff Bay offers an indoor pool, a gym and a Pilates room. The property offers direct access to the sea, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

Marina do Funchal is 1.9 km from Les Suites at The Cliff Bay. Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport is 23 km away.

Located in Funchal, 1.7 km from Almirante Reis Beach, Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature provides accommodation with a private beach area, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property features a year-round outdoor pool, indoor pool, fitness centre and garden.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bidet. Each room is equipped with a kettle, while some rooms are equipped with a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and an oven. At Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature every room comes with a seating area.

A buffet, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.

You can play table tennis at this 5-star hotel, and bike hire and car hire are available.

Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Gorgulho - Gavinas Beach, Marina do Funchal and Madeira Casino. Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport is 20 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Three House Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a garden and terrace in Funchal. Featuring a bar, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around 400 metres from Almirante Reis Beach, 1 km from Marina do Funchal and 800 metres from Sao Tiago Fort. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

At the hotel each room is fitted with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Each room includes a coffee machine, while selected rooms are equipped with a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a minibar. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge.

At Three House Hotel you will find a restaurant serving international cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.

You can play table tennis at this 4-star hotel, and the area is popular for cycling.

Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Cathedral of Funchal, Mar Avenue and Madeira Botanical Garden. Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport is 18 km away.

Conveniently set in Funchal, NEXT - by Savoy Signature provides air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a fitness centre. Among the various facilities are a garden, a private beach area, as well as a terrace. The property features a sauna, nightclub and a shared lounge.

At the hotel, each room comes with a balcony. Each room includes a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, while selected rooms are fitted with a kitchenette fitted with a fridge. All units at NEXT - by Savoy Signature are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a safety deposit box.

Breakfast is available daily, and includes buffet, continental and Full English/Irish options.

Staff at the 24-hour front desk speak German, English, Spanish and French.

Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Almirante Reis Beach, Marina do Funchal and Madeira Casino. Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport is 20 km away.

This exclusive 5-star hotel in Madeira offers elegant rooms with a private balcony featuring views of the surrounding botanical gardens or the Bay of Funchal. Facilities include an outdoor pool.

Quinta da Bela Vista is decorated with fine paintings and antique furniture throughout. The air-conditioned rooms have cable TV, a seating area, and a luxurious marble bathroom.

Guests can explore the Atlantic Ocean by renting Quinta da Bela Vista’s very own yacht. It also offers a tennis court, a sauna, a fitness centre, and a concierge service.

Restaurant Avista Navios serves international dishes with traditional Madeiran flavours in a warm setting with wooden furniture, a fireplace and marble floors.

Snacks, drinks and cocktails are served at the pool bar, which has stunning views over the Bay of Funchal.

Quinta da Bela Vista is just 2 km from Funchal’s city centre, where guests can visit the Sé Cathedral, the Frederico de Freitas Museum or the Museum of Contemporary Art.

Featuring views of Funchal Bay, The Views Baia - Adults Only Hotel offers modern accommodation. Facilities include the Four Feelings Spa, 2 swimming pools, and a well-equipped gym.

Rooms at the Four Views open onto private balconies overlooking the Atlantic Ocean or the mountains. All rooms have bathrooms with walk-in showers, and some rooms have cooking facilities or a private spa bath.

The Views Baía features 2 restaurants, including the Michelin Star Desarma, which blends traditional products into a modern cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks and cocktails accompanied by live music at the Woogie Boogie Bar.

A hot tub, massage treatments and indoor and outdoor swimming pools are available.

The Hotel The Views Baia - Adults Only is located uphill from São João Fortress. It is 30 minutes’ drive from Madeira Airport and on-site private parking is free.

Offering an outdoor pool and spa centre, Castanheiro Boutique Hotel is set in Funchal, 500 metres from Marina do Funchal. The hotel has a year-round outdoor pool and hot tub, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar.

Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. A terrace or balcony are featured in certain rooms. The rooms include a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find bath robes, slippers and free toiletries.

Castanheiro Boutique Hotel features a SPA with hydrotherapy pool, sauna, turkish bath,massage rooms and a relaxing area. You will also find a hairdresser's at the property.

The hotel also offers bike hire and car hire. CIFEC - Madeira Congress Center is 2 km from Castanheiro Boutique Hotel, while Parque Ecologico do Funchal is 6 km away. Madeira Airport is 13 km from the property.

Set in lush, landscaped gardens, 5-star Quintinha São João features a spa and indoor and outdoor heated swimming pools. Overlooking central Funchal and the bay, it is 2 km from Funchal Cathedral.

The spacious, elegant rooms provide a cable TV with DVD player, a minibar and private bathroom with hairdryer. Some rooms have a private, furnished balcony with views of the garden or Funchal Bay.

The hotel has 2 bars and a restaurant serving a selection of Portuguese and international cuisine, as well as Goan specialities.

The spa includes a sauna, hot tub and massage rooms, and there is a small gym, games room and free WiFi in public areas. The 24-hour reception staff aim are on hand to provide assistance.

There is a free indoor car park on site and Quintinha São João Hotel offers a free shuttle service to/from Funchal Marina.

The luxurious Royal Savoy - Ocean Resort is set amidst tropical gardens in the Bay of Funchal, featuring 2 heated lagoon-style pools and private ocean access. The 5-star hotel combines exotically decorated interiors and contemporary architecture."

All the stylish suites and rooms are beautifully decorated and have sophisticated furnishings, as well as a private balcony with panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. Each has a modern bathroom with free toiletries and the suites have a full kitchenette.

The Royal Savoy - Ocean Resort - Savoy Signature also boasts a poolside bar and a bar with nightly live music and refreshing cocktails. Guests may have a taste of exquisite Portuguese flavours at The Armada, an à la carte and buffet restaurant, which also offers international cuisine options.

Following a day of touring the island and enjoying the sights, guests may unwind at the spa, an ideal spot for a relaxing massage, a visit to the gym or indoor pool.

Guests can soak up the sun on the extensive ocean front solarium. The attentive staff can organise various off-site activities, including arrangements for golf as well as provide a rental car service.
The Funchal Marina is a 14-minute walk from the Hotel. Guests may also try their luck at the slot machines of Madeira Casino, which is 700 metres away. The greenery of Madeira's Botanical Gardens is 4 km away, while the stunning views of Girão Cape are within 12 km. The Royal Savoy - Ocean Resort - Savoy Signature is 23 km from Madeira International Airport.

This restored Madeiran mansion is located 900 metres from Funchal's Old Town and has scenic views of the sea, the city and the mountains from its own botanical gardens and terraces. Free WiFi and free covered private parking are available.

The air-conditioned rooms of ARTS IN Hotel Conde Carvalhal have flat-screen TVs, bright and modern furnishings and wooden floors. Bathrobes are provided in all rooms. Some have an equipped kitchenette and a balcony. The suites are located in the original mansion, while the studios are situated in the modern annex.

For guests’ convenience, a breakfast is served daily, containing homegrown, organic herbal teas and fruits, daily pastries, eggs and fresh juice.

Guests can also enjoy a relaxing therapeutic massage. ARTS IN Hotel Conde Carvalhal staff can arrange scooter, car and bicycle rental. There is a shuttle service available, and Madeira Airport is a 20-minute drive away.

Ideally situated in the centre of Funchal, TURIM Santa Maria Hotel features air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a shared lounge. Boasting room service, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant and a terrace. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

All rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, minibar, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. The rooms include a private bathroom with a hairdryer, while some rooms are fitted with a balcony and others also feature city views. All units have a safety deposit box.

Buffet and continental breakfast options are available each morning at the hotel.

Guests can make use of the business centre or relax in the bar. Speaking English, Spanish, French and Portuguese at the reception, staff are willing to help at any time of the day.

Popular points of interest near TURIM Santa Maria Hotel include Almirante Reis Beach, Marina do Funchal and Cathedral of Funchal. Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport is 19 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

As part of the Vila Porto Mare resort, this hotel offers 4 restaurants, 6 bars and 5 swimming pools. Porto Mare features an extensive tropical garden on the Atlantic oceanfront.

The air-conditioned rooms at Hotel Porto Mare include furnished balconies with views over the sea, garden or pool area. They feature marble bathrooms, minibars and tea-and-coffee-making facilities.

Dining options include a wide choice of Mediterranean and international flavours offered by the resort’s buffets and à la carte menus.
The on-site spa offers a variety of treatments including facials, aromatherapy, body massages and reflexology. Guests can relax in 2 saunas and a Turkish bath, benefit from the Vichy shower or the gym.

Hotel Porto Mare is located 2.5 km from Funchal city centre and 19 km from Madeira Airport. Airport transfers can be arranged, at an extra fee.

Located on the Funchal seafront, this hotel offers panoramic views over the Atlantic. It provides rooms with kitchenettes and balconies, 2 pools and a spa centre with spa bath and sauna.

The spacious rooms at Hotel Porto Santa Maria are fitted with flat-screen TVs with cable channels. They all include private furnished balconies, a kitchenette and marble bathrooms with bathtubs.

The Arsenal Restaurant serves à la carte and buffet meals, and there is a bar featuring live evening entertainment. The generous daily breakfast can be enjoyed on the garden terrace.

Porto Santa Maria hotel is located next to the gondola lift for Monte. It is a 7-minute walk from central Funchal, where guests can find many cafes and shops. The staff can help plan excursions to World Heritage Laurisilva forests.

Hotel Porto Santa Maria is 30 minutes’ drive from Madeira Airport. An airport transfer is available upon request and at an extra cost. Free on-site parking is available at the hotel.

Attractively situated in Funchal, The Reserve - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature features air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a garden. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has sea views, and guests can enjoy access to a terrace and to a restaurant. Guests can use the spa and wellness centre with an indoor pool, sauna, and hot tub, as well as a private beach area.

At the hotel, the rooms are equipped with a desk and a flat-screen TV. Rooms include a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The rooms have a safety deposit box.

The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental or Full English/Irish options.

At The Reserve - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature guests are welcome to take advantage of a Turkish bath.

Languages spoken at the 24-hour front desk include German, English, Spanish and French.

Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Gorgulho - Gavinas Beach, Almirante Reis Beach and Marina do Funchal. Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport is 20 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Well located in Funchal, Barceló Funchal Oldtown provides air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a fitness centre. Featuring room service, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant and a terrace. Guests can make use of a bar.

At the hotel, each room is fitted with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All rooms are fitted with a safety deposit box and selected rooms are equipped with city views. Guest rooms will provide guests with a minibar.

Speaking German, English, Spanish and French at the reception, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical guidance on the area.

Popular points of interest near Barceló Funchal Oldtown include Almirante Reis Beach, Marina do Funchal and Mar Avenue. Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport is 20 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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.

Facing the beachfront, Pestana Vila Lido Madeira Ocean Hotel offers 5-star accommodation in Funchal and features a private beach area, restaurant and bar. The property is set 300 metres from Gorgulho - Gavinas Beach, 2.5 km from Marina do Funchal and 13 km from Girao Cape. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests.

At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a desk, a TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Each room comes with a safety deposit box and free WiFi, while selected rooms will provide you with a sea view. The units feature a wardrobe.

Guests at Pestana Vila Lido Madeira Ocean Hotel can enjoy a continental breakfast.

At the accommodation guests are welcome to take advantage of a sauna and a Turkish bath.

Santana's traditional houses is 41 km from Pestana Vila Lido Madeira Ocean Hotel, while Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools is 49 km away. Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport is 22 km from the property.

Located in scenic Madeira Island, Pestana CR7 Funchal results of a partnership between Pestana Hotels and world-renowned footballer Cristiano Ronaldo. The elegant 4-star hotel has an outdoor pool and is 300 metres from Funchal Marina.

The Pestana CR7 offers accommodation in double rooms, with plenty of natural light and a private bathroom, including free toiletries. These rooms are all air conditioned and come with a mini bar and a safety deposit box. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel.

The hotel’s in-house restaurant has a varied menu, which includes a selection of quality salads, pizzas and hamburgers, all produced from fresh local products. There’s also a bar, where guests can get a refreshing drink or cocktail to cap off the day after a tour of the island.

Following a dip in the outdoor swimming pool, guests can also enjoy a workout in the outdoor gym. Massages are available for booking, upon request and at an extra fee. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property, available to help out guests during their stay.

Guests have free admission to the Cristiano Ronaldo Museu, located right next to the Hotel. The Madeira Casino is just 200 metres from the property, while Madeira Shopping is 4.7 km away. The nearest airport is Madeira Airport, 23.5 km from Pestana CR7 Funchal.

Featuring a restaurant and a bar, Hotel Cajú is set in Funchal, less than 1 km from Almirante Reis Beach and a 6-minute walk from Marina do Funchal. Featuring a fitness centre, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Girao Cape is 13 km away and Santana's traditional houses is 39 km from the hotel.

The units in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. Every room includes a flat-screen TV, and certain units at Hotel Cajú have a balcony.

Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Mar Avenue, Cathedral of Funchal and Sao Tiago Fort. Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport is 20 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

The newly renovated 4-star Hotel Baía Azul is ideally situated a 4-minute walk from Funchal’s beachfront. It offers 3 swimming pools, 3 restaurants, a Spa and a sun deck overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and the gardens.

The hotel is composed of 215 bedrooms with sea-inspired décors, all fitted with an en suite bathroom with bath amenities and a hairdryer. Each room features a flat-screen cable TV, a minibar, a kettle and a safe deposit box. Free WiFi access is provided in all rooms and common areas.

At each of the three on-site restaurants, guests will find distinctive ambiences. The Atlantic restaurant serves themed buffets, while the Ocean restaurant serves an à la carte menu with gourmet dishes based on products from the region and the Sal restaurant is specialized in Italian Cuisine. Light meals and refreshing drinks can be found at the Blue Bar, by the outdoor swimming-pool.

The Hotel Baía Azul offers a Spa with an indoor heated pool, a gym, a steam bath, a sauna a relaxation room and 2 massage rooms, where guests can unwind after an active day.

The Baía Azul is just over 3 km from the centre of Funchal and a regular courtesy bus operates daily between the town and Hotel. It is 300 metres to the nearest shops, bars and restaurants in Forum Madeira.