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The best spa hotels in Funchal

A curated list of spa hotels and resorts

Tomas Mazowski A list by Tomas Mazowski. This guide was last updated in November 2022.

Hey! Indulge in the ultimate pampering experience at one of these luxurious spa hotels. Designed to provide relaxation, rejuvenation, and tranquility, these properties offer an array of wellness services that range from massages and facials to yoga classes and meditation sessions. To make your search for the perfect spa hotel in in Funchal easier, I've compiled this list of top-rated properties for your consideration. So sit back, relax, and explore your options - your ultimate wellness retreat awaits!

  • 1 Castanheiro Boutique Hotel Funchal, Portugal

    Spa hotel: Castanheiro Boutique Hotel

    **** Hotel. 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. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around 171 EUR.

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  • 2 Sé Boutique Hotel Funchal, Portugal

    Spa hotel: Sé Boutique Hotel

    **** Hotel. Stay in the heart of Funchal. Boasting a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a bar, Sé Boutique Hotel is set in the centre of Funchal, 500 metres from Almirante Reis Beach. This 4-star hotel offers an ATM and a concierge service. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 186 EUR.

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  • 3 Quintinha Sao Joao Hotel & Spa Funchal, Portugal

    Spa hotel: Quintinha Sao Joao Hotel & Spa

    ***** Hotel. 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. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 174 EUR.

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  • 4 Quinta Jardins do Lago Funchal, Portugal

    Spa hotel: Quinta Jardins do Lago

    ***** Hotel. 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. Guest review score 9.7, rooms from around 250 EUR.

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  • 5 Quinta da Casa Branca Funchal, Portugal

    Spa hotel: Quinta da Casa Branca

    ***** Hotel. Set within extensive gardens of various subtropical trees and a banana plantation, Quinta da Casa Branca 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. Show full description Guest review score 9.5, rooms from around 231 EUR.

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  • 6 Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira Funchal, Portugal

    Spa hotel: Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira

    ***** Hotel. 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. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around 400 EUR.

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  • 7 The Cliff Bay - PortoBay Funchal, Portugal

    Spa hotel: The Cliff Bay - PortoBay

    ***** Hotel. 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 with DVD/CD player. 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. Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around 242 EUR.

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  • 8 Casa Velha do Palheiro Relais & Chateaux Funchal, Portugal

    Spa hotel: Casa Velha do Palheiro Relais & Chateaux

    ***** Hotel. 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 stunning Palheiro Golf Course, guests can also enjoy various golfing discounts. Dating back to 1804, Casa Velha do Palheiro Relais & Chateaux consists of 3 buildings with all rooms individually decorated with chic and elegant furnishings. Free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with a wide choice of international channels are available. A variety of eating venues include the Classical dining room with international haute cuisine, the more relaxed Palheiro Golf clubhouse restaurant with its panoramic views over Funchal bay, the tea house in the Palheiro gardens or healthy 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. Highly qualified therapists offer an array of Pevonia SPA treatments for holistic relaxation. The hotel organizes deep sea fishing on its own motor yacht Balancal as well as nature 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. Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 236 EUR.

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  • 9 Allegro Madeira - Adults Only Funchal, Portugal

    Spa hotel: Allegro Madeira - Adults Only

    **** Hotel. Located in Lido, just a 5-minute walk from the oceanfront promenade in Funchal, the recently refurbished Allegro Madeira offers 2 restaurants, an outdoor pool, 360º rooftop bar, spa and fitness centre. A public park and promenade are just steps away, as well as Funchal's main touristic avenue. Featuring private furnished balconies, all rooms have a modern design and are decorated in bright tones. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 112 EUR.

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  • 10 Enotel Lido - All Inclusive Funchal, Portugal

    Spa hotel: Enotel Lido - All Inclusive

    ***** Hotel. This luxurious, 5-star all-inclusive hotel offers an indoor and outdoor pool, spa and sauna. Located in Funchal, it overlooks the Atlantic Ocean with direct access to the oceanfront promenade, and its spacious rooms offer a private balcony. With scenic ocean views, all rooms at Enotel Lido - All Inclusive are air conditioned and have flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around 225 EUR.

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  • 11 Golden Residence Hotel Funchal, Portugal

    Spa hotel: Golden Residence Hotel

    **** Hotel. Featuring panoramic views of Praia Formosa, the largest pebble beach in Madeira, the Golden Residence Hotel offers an outdoor pool, a wellness centre, and modern accommodation with private balconies. All rooms and apartments of the Golden Residence are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and a kettle. Some rooms have side views of the North Atlantic Ocean. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 95 EUR.

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  • 12 The Views Monumental Funchal, Portugal

    Spa hotel: The Views Monumental

    **** Hotel. Featuring panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, this luxurious hotel in Funchal offers an indoor and outdoor pool and spa. The rooms include a balcony and cable TV. The bright and airy rooms at the 4-star Views Monumental are modernly furnished. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 95 EUR.

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  • 13 VidaMar Resort Hotel Madeira - Dine Around Half Board Funchal, Portugal

    Spa hotel: VidaMar Resort Hotel Madeira - Dine Around Half Board

    ***** Hotel. The 5-star Vidamar Resorts Madeira is situated on Madeira's southern coast, just few minutes' walk from central Funchal. It features 3 salt-water infinity pools for adults and one for children. The property boasts panoramic views of the Atlantic. All rooms at Vidamar Resorts Madeira have sea or garden views from the balconies. Each room is equipped with air conditioning, cable TV, mini refrigerator and an en suite bathroom. The room rate includes half board plan. On-site restaurants offer local and international specialities and include the Ocean Buffet Restaurant, the Sabor a Mar Restaurant, the Casa das Espetadas Restaurant, the Koi Sushi Bar and the Italian á la carte restaurant Mamma Mia by Giovanni. There is also a piano bar and snooker lounge. The Aquatica Kids World offers a safe environment to play and create for children between 3 and 11, while the Thalasso Sea Spa, surrounded by water and elegance, offers relaxing programmes to adults. It features a variety of treatments, relaxing areas, dynamic swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, Turkish bath as well as contrast, Vichy and Scottish shower. Guests can exercise in the fully-equipped fitness centre, play squash or sunbathe on the hotel's sea platform, where also runs classes in various water sports (seasonal). The Vidamar Madeira is 18 km from Madeira Santa Catarina Airport. Parking is available for an additional fee. Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 132 EUR.

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  • 14 Melia Madeira Mare Funchal, Portugal

    Spa hotel: Melia Madeira Mare

    ***** Hotel. Located close to Funchal’s city centre, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, Meliã Madeira Mare offers free WiFi, an indoor and outdoor pool and a spa. Its elegantly-furnished rooms offer a balcony and cable TV. Some rooms of Melia Madeira Mare include scenic views of the Atlantic Ocean from the balcony. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 99 EUR.

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  • 15 Hotel Orca Praia Funchal, Portugal

    Spa hotel: Hotel Orca Praia

    *** Hotel. Situated on a cliff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and a sandy beach, this hotel is 6 km from the centre of Funchal. It features an outdoor pool with panoramic views and spacious guestrooms with private balconies. Rooms at the Hotel Orca Praia have stylish furnishings and a seating area with satellite TV. They come equipped with a small refrigerator, on request, and a private bathroom with solar-heated hot water and a hairdryer. In the morning, the hotel serves a buffet breakfast with fresh pastries and juice. There is a cocktail bar and a restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows that serves international cuisine. Guests can enjoy an aromatherapy massage at the spa, or rent a bicycle and explore the seaside. There is also a games room with billiards and table tennis. Hotel Orca Praia is 2 km from the fishing village Camara de Lobos. Madeira Airport is 15 km away. The hotel offers 24-hour front desk service and free on-site public parking. Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around 161 EUR.

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  • 16 Hotel Quinta Bela S Tiago Funchal, Portugal

    Spa hotel: Hotel Quinta Bela S Tiago

    **** Hotel. Offering panoramic views of Funchal and the Atlantic Ocean, Hotel Quinta Bela S. Tiago features an outdoor heated pool surrounded by tropical gardens. It offers a wellness centre 10 metres from Barreirinha Beach. Show full description Guest review score 7.8, rooms from around 116 EUR.

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  • 17 Dorisol Mimosa Studio Hotel Funchal, Portugal

    Spa hotel: Dorisol Mimosa Studio Hotel

    *** Hotel. Dorisol Mimosa Studio Hotel is located in Madeira, Funchal, 500 metres away from the seaside promenade. It offers views over Funchal bay. Dorisol Mimosa Studio Hotel feature studios fitted with a kitchenette, seating area, cable TV and free WiFi. Guests can enjoy panoramic views from the balcony. The Terrace Restaurant serves international cuisine by the pool. Mimosa guests also have access to the Dorisol Madeira Complex’s wellness centre and a piano bar that features live music. Guests can relax on a sun lounger by the pool, or visit the games room with darts, billiards and table tennis. There is also a fitness centre with free weights and cardiovascular equipment. The Dorisol Mimosa aparthotel is located 2 km from Funchal’s city-centre and is less than 2 km from the Madeira Casino. The hotel offers 24-hour front desk service. Guest review score 7.7, rooms from around 69 EUR.

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  • 18 Dorisol Estrelicia Hotel Funchal, Portugal

    Spa hotel: Dorisol Estrelicia Hotel

    *** Hotel. Dorisol Estrelicia offers panoramic views over Funchal bay and a vast array of facilities within Dorisol Complex. Centre of Funchal is 2 km away. The hotel’s modern rooms are equipped with cable TV and a work desk. Show full description Guest review score 7.1, rooms from around 56 EUR.

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  • 19 Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature Funchal, Portugal

    Spa hotel: Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of Funchal. Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature has a restaurant, bar, a shared lounge and garden in Funchal. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around 270 EUR.

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  • 20 Enotel Magnólia Funchal, Portugal

    Spa hotel: Enotel Magnólia

    **** Hotel. Located next to Quinta Magnólia Park, 1 km from Praia Formosa Beach, the hotel Enotel Magnólia offers an outdoor and indoor swimming pool and a fitness room. The elegant rooms at Enotel Magnólia have an en suite marble bathroom, and some have a private balcony. All rooms include air conditioning, a fridge and cable TV. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 96 EUR.

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  • 21 Muthu Raga Madeira Hotel Funchal, Portugal

    Spa hotel: Muthu Raga Madeira Hotel

    **** Hotel. Muthu Raga Madeira Hotel is a stylish hotel in a convenient location, just 10 minutes’ walk from central Funchal. It features an outdoor swimming pool and offers views of the Atlantic Ocean. All rooms feature a balcony with a table and two chairs, affording far-reaching views of the sea or mountains. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 7.3, rooms from around 55 EUR.

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  • 22 ARTS IN Hotel Conde Carvalhal Funchal, Portugal

    ARTS IN Hotel Conde Carvalhal

    **** Hotel. 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. Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around 140 EUR.

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  • 23 The Views Baia - Adults Only Funchal, Portugal

    The Views Baia - Adults Only

    **** Hotel. 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. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 131 EUR.

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  • 24 Terrace Mar Suite Hotel Funchal, Portugal

    Spa hotel: Terrace Mar Suite Hotel

    **** Aparthotel. Located in the capital of the Madeira Islands, just a short walk from Funchal’s beaches, this recently renovated 4-star hotel provides a roof-top pool and sun loungers by the outdoor hot tub. Terrace Mar Suite Hotel’s spacious rooms have balconies, modern kitchenettes and double glazed windows. Guests can watch some cable TV while unwinding in the seating area. Free WiFi access is available throughout the property. Guests can admire the panoramic view of Funchal and the Atlantic Ocean from the roof terrace. Terrace Mar Suite Hotel features luxurious amenities including a sauna and massage treatments. Besides a stylish breakfast area, Terrace Mar Suite features a restaurant serving freshly prepared regional and international cuisine. The on-site bar provides a selection of drinks in a relaxing atmosphere. Madeira Casino and Quinta das Palmeiras are both 1 km from Terrace Mar Hotel. Madeira International Airport is 20 km away. Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 85 EUR.

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  • 25 Pestana Ocean Bay Resort Funchal, Portugal

    Spa hotel: Pestana Ocean Bay Resort

    **** Aparthotel. This all-inclusive aparthotel features an outdoor pool with full views of the Atlantic Ocean and direct access to Praia Formosa. Its free shuttle bus offers connections to Funchal, 5 km away. The air-conditioned rooms at Pestana Bay Ocean include furnished balconies with ocean views and well-equipped kitchenettes. All rooms include cable TVs and a colourful bathroom with shower and bath. The modern gym of Pestana Ocean Bay Resort has floor-to-ceiling windows opening onto the freshwater pool. Guests can enjoy a massage, while children play in the shallow pool or with the giant chessboard. Arlequim Restaurant offers light lunches, à la carte dining and themed buffets. Daily live music can be enjoyed at Arlequim Bar, while the pool bar serves a range of tropical cocktails. Surrounded by picturesque cliffs, the Aparthotel Pestana Bay offers views of Cabo Girão. The staff can help organise boat trips around Madeira and to Porto Santo Island. Free private parking is available on site, subject to availability. Guest review score 8.5

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  • 26 Pestana Miramar Garden & Ocean Hotel Funchal, Portugal

    Spa hotel: Pestana Miramar Garden & Ocean Hotel

    **** Aparthotel. This 4-star is within walking distance of the beach and Funchal City Centre. Built on the site of the historic Hotel Miramar, it features classic architecture and landscaping, with mountain and sea views. The rooms at Pestana Miramar are air conditioned and feature en-suite bathrooms with bathtubs. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around 156 EUR.

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  • 27 Dorisol Buganvilia Studio Hotel Funchal, Portugal

    Spa hotel: Dorisol Buganvilia Studio Hotel

    *** Aparthotel. Dorisol Buganvilia is located at Funchal at walking distance from seaside promenade with an excelent location with restaurants, bars nearby. It offers an outdoor pool with children area, and an indoor pool with fitness centre, hot tub and massage treatments. Self-catering studios all open out on to a private balcony and include a satellite TV. Show full description Guest review score 7.7, rooms from around 68 EUR.

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  • 28 Florasol Residence Hotel - Dorisol hotels Funchal, Portugal

    Spa hotel: Florasol Residence Hotel - Dorisol hotels

    *** Aparthotel. Boasting views of the Atlantic Ocean, Dorisol Florasol aparthotel is a 12-minute drive from Funchal city centre. It has a large outdoor pool and offers self-catering rooms and apartments. Dorisol Florasol aparthotel's accommodations feature furnished balconies and panoramic views. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around 76 EUR.

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