The Spa Hotel Guide 
A list by Tomas Mazowski.
This guide was last updated in December 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 Madeira Islands 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!
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1 Castanheiro Boutique Hotel Funchal, Portugal
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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.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around 171 EUR.
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2 Sé Boutique Hotel Funchal, Portugal
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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. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. All guest rooms feature bed linen.
The daily breakfast offers buffet, vegetarian or gluten-free options. At Sé Boutique Hotel you will find a restaurant serving Mediterranean and Portuguese cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested.
Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Marina do Funchal, Cathedral of Funchal and Mar Avenue. The nearest airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport, 20 km from Sé Boutique Hotel. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around 186 EUR.
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3 Quintinha Sao Joao Hotel & Spa Funchal, Portugal
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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.
Guest review score 9.0,
rooms from around 174 EUR.
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4 Quinta Jardins do Lago Funchal, Portugal
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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
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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. 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'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 and Funchal city centre is 2 km away.
Guest review score 9.5,
rooms from around 231 EUR.
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6 Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira Funchal, Portugal
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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.
Guest review score 9.4,
rooms from around 400 EUR.
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7 Aqua Natura Bay Porto Moniz, Portugal
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The seafront 4-star hotel Aqua Natura Bay in Madeira features an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, a Turkish bath, a sauna and a hot tub. A gym is also available, as well as an on-site diving centre.
All rooms at the hotel feature cable TV, free WiFi and a private bathroom.
Guests of the Aqua Natura Bay can enjoy local and international cuisine at the à la carte restaurant. The hotel also serves a rich buffet breakfast in the mornings.
Madeira’s UNESCO Heritage Protected Forest and popular waterfalls are just 10 minutes from the Aqua Natura Bay hotel by car. Madeira's natural lava rock swimming pools are 30 metres away.
Guest review score 9.3,
rooms from around 81 EUR.
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8 Saccharum - Hedonist Design Resort Calheta, Portugal
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A luxurious 5-star design hotel sitting on Calheta Beach, between Madeira Mountains and the Atlantic Ocean, Saccharum - Resort & Spa - Savoy Signature features a rooftop infinity pool and conference rooms.
Each room has the design of a local artist, based on the theme of the sugar cane. Guests can also enjoy the comfort of a self-catering apartment.
The Saccharum - Resort & Spa - Savoy Signature Resort & Spa features a buffet restaurant, an à la carte restaurant and summer terraces, in addition to barbecue facilities. Four bars complete the offer.
Guests can spend their day on site, using the squash court, a playroom for children and the heated indoor pool. For warmer days, 2 outdoor swimming pools are available with large sun terraces.
Calheta Marina is 20 metres from the Saccharum - Resort & Spa - Savoy Signature Resort & Spa, and Funchal city centre is 34 km away.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around 153 EUR.
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9 The Cliff Bay - PortoBay Funchal, Portugal
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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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10 Casa Velha do Palheiro Relais & Chateaux Funchal, Portugal
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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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11 Sentido Galomar - Adults Only Caniço, Portugal
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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, while Restaurant Ondamar offers authentic Italian dishes. The pool bar offers 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. Free parking is available on site.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around 141 EUR.
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12 Allegro Madeira - Adults Only Funchal, Portugal
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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. Each has a cable TV and a private bathroom. A complimentary bottle of water is offered upon arrival.
Regional cuisine and international dishes are offered at the restaurant, while cocktails are available at the bar.
The property is situated 1 km from one of the biggest shopping centres in Madeira with restaurants, cinemas and shops.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 112 EUR.
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13 Enotel Lido - All Inclusive Funchal, Portugal
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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. Each is elegantly furnished, featuring cosy bathrobes, a hairdryer, and a minibar.
Enotel Lido's 3 themed restaurants serve Portuguese, Italian and Asian cuisine. The main Atlântico Restaurant offers panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and a varied buffet.
Enotel Lido spa, offers steam baths and massage treatments. The hotel also provides a fully equipped gym and cardio fitness room. The hotel also offers numerous services, including a games area, shops, a hairdresser, and 24-hour medical services.
Madeira Airport is 16 km from the Enotel Lido - All Inclusive. Free private parking is available at the hotel.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around 225 EUR.
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14 Golden Residence Hotel Funchal, Portugal
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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. Apartments feature a living area with a kitchenette.
Golden Flavours Restaurant serves regional and international cuisine made with fresh produce from the hotel’s vegetable garden. The Golden View Bar serves a variety of drinks and refreshments, including cocktails.
The GoldenSpa offers various health and beauty treatments, including hot stone massages. It also features a heated indoor pool, a gym, and a meditation room.
Funchal's city centre is only 3.5 km away. The promenade, located next to the hotel, features views of one of the highest sea cliffs in Europe, the Cabo Girão.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around 95 EUR.
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15 The Views Monumental Funchal, Portugal
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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. Some have a seating area and a kitchenette.
Regional and international meals are served in an à la carte and buffet style in the hotel’s restaurant. Four Views Monumental’s Awards Bar provides refreshing beverages and light snacks.
The Monumental Lido’s spa offers many treatments including a pumpkin facial, a chocolate wrap and an aromatic bath. Guests can also relax in the hot tub and steam bath.
Madeira Airport is 13 km away. Free private parking is available at Four Views.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around 95 EUR.
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16 Hotel Alpino Atlantico Ayurveda Cure Centre - Adults Only Caniço, Portugal
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Located on a cliff in Caniço, this hotel specialized in Ayurveda features a cure centre, an Ayurvedic restaurant and a panoramic breakfast terrace with views of the Atlantic.
The hotel has 24 rooms and 3 suites, all fitted with wooden and wicker furniture. Each room has a balcony with sea views, a private bathroom with a hairdryer, a cable TV, free WiFi access, a telephone, a safety deposit box and coffee/tea facilities. The suites include a living room.
Buffet breakfast is served daily at the property. Full board basis will include meals prepared according to the Ayurveda holistic healing system. Meal plans are included depending on the rate plan chosen by the guest.
Hotel Alpino Atlantico Ayurveda Cure Centre has a 3.000m² tropical garden, where guests can relax. There is an Ayurvedic doctor and specialist at the hotel, and massages and treatments are provided.
Guests can enjoy a variety of sports and entertainment activities in the neighbour Hotel Galosol, 300 meters from Hotel Alpino Atlantico. The centre of Funchal can be reached within a 20-minute drive and Madeira Airport is 8 km away.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around 215 EUR.
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17 Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden Caniço, Portugal
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Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden is situated in a restored 19th-century manor house on 30,000 m² of landscaped botanical gardens. It features panoramic Atlantic Ocean views, indoor pool and one of the largest spas in Madeira, with 10 treatment rooms. Free WiFi access is available.
Rooms at the Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden feature private balconies and modern furnishings. They come equipped with satellite TV and a minibar. Some units also include a kitchenette.
The hotel provides a variety of dining options At La Perla guests can enjoy gourmet Portuguese cuisine.There is a Thai lounge, a cocktail bar, and a restaurant overlooking the pool that serves salads and smoothies.
At the Botanical Garden guests can relax in a sun lounger by the pool, or play a game of billiards. The spa centre includes a Finnish sauna and an ice pool. Nearby leisure activities include golfing, diving and whale watching.
Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden is located 100 metres from the centre of Caniço and is 7 km from Funchal. The hotel has a tour desk that rents bicycles and assists with car hire.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around 123 EUR.
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18 Sentido Galosol Caniço, Portugal
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This beach resort in Caniço, Madeira offers a gym, massage services and beauty treatments. It has 4 restaurants, 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 and offers free parking onsite.
Guest review score 8.5
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19 VidaMar Resort Hotel Madeira - Dine Around Half Board Funchal, Portugal
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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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20 Melia Madeira Mare Funchal, Portugal
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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. Many of the hotel’s rooms also have a seating area.
Guests can relax in the sauna at Melia Madeira Mare’s spa. Massage treatments and a steam bath are also offered.
Melia Madeira Mare’s restaurant serves a breakfast buffet and an a la carte menu for dinner. The hotel’s pool bar provides refreshing beverages.
Free parking is available. Madeira International Airport is a 25-minute drive away. Melia Madeira Mare is a 14-minute drive from the city centre.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around 99 EUR.
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21 Hotel Orca Praia Funchal, Portugal
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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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22 Hotel Jardim Atlantico Calheta, Portugal
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Set in tranquil Prazeres with Atlantic Ocean and mountain views, this 4-star hotel offers self-catering accommodation within 2 km of the Natural Park of Madeira.
Rooms at the Jardim Atlantico have contemporary décor and include a satellite TV, kitchen and seating area. Rooms also offer balconies with panoramic views of the countryside.
The breakfast buffet includes fresh bread, fresh fruit and homemade jams. For lunch and dinner, the restaurant prepares regional and international dishes made with fresh, local ingredients. The bar at Hotel Jardim Atlantico serves cocktails on the terrace, where guests can enjoy picturesque views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Guests can relax poolside by the outdoor and indoor pools, or get a stone massage at the spa. Alternatively, they can go for a stroll through the Madeira countryside.
Jardim Atlantico can be reached via the airport shuttle. Free parking is available at the hotel.
Guest review score 8.1,
rooms from around 57 EUR.
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23 Estalagem do Vale São Vicente, Portugal
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Overlooking the valleys of São Vicente, this restored 18th-century manor house features a garden with a heated swimming pool. Guest can enjoy the on-site wellness facilities and the traditional restaurant.
The air-conditioned rooms and suites at Estalagem do Vale come with a satellite TV and work desk. Some rooms have a balcony or terrace, while other rooms are decorated in a traditional style with dark wooden furniture.
A breakfast buffet is served daily indoors or on the terrace. Guest can try traditional dishes from North coast of Madeira at Restaurant Caramujo. The Adega Croque bar offers tea and local cakes, and there is a snack bar.
The sauna, solarium and Turkish bath offer relaxation after a busy day in Funchal, a 25-minute drive away. Alternatively, guests can read a book from the library or listen to the sounds of the crickets by the pool.
The hotel is situated within the World Heritage Site of the ancient Laurissilva Forests, 2 km from São Vicente. The 24-hour reception staff can arrange car rentals and organise tours around the island.
Guest review score 8.0,
rooms from around 65 EUR.
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24 Vila Baleira Porto Santo Porto Santo, Portugal
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Vila Baleira Resort All Inclusive boasts an outdoor swimming pool, sauna and a spa offering anti-stress treatments. Located in Porto Santo, it has direct tunnel access to Baleira Talassa and the medicinal sands of Porto Santo Beach.
Each room is airy and fitted with glass sliding doors, all of which open onto a private balcony. All rooms are air-conditioned and feature satellite TV and comfortable armchairs.
Vila Baleira Resort All Inclusive boasts a sunny indoor pool area lined with large windows. Guests can also enjoy access to a wide range of facilities such as an indoor swimming pool, shops, conference rooms, a kids' club, a games room and an amphitheater.
Atlantic Restaurant serves a varied menu, while a tropical cocktail or apéritif can be enjoyed in the Navegador Bar. Light snacks and salads are available at the Beach Club.
Guest review score 7.9,
rooms from around 96 EUR.
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25 Hotel Quinta Bela S Tiago Funchal, Portugal
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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.
The elegant rooms at Hotel Quinta Bela come with free WiFi access. A desk and cable TV are standard. The private bathroom includes a bathrobe and free toiletries.
Guests can enjoy a breakfast buffet at Jardim de Inverno or Terraço do Governador. For lunch and dinner, the refined O Pórtico Restaurant serves international and regional cuisine. Pôr do Sol Cocktail Bar offers drinks along beautiful sunset views.
Guests can enjoy relaxing massage treatments, a hot tub, Turkish bath and sauna at the wellness centre. For the more energetic, there is a gym available. A stroll in the tropical gardens, followed by a dip in the pool is a perfect end to the day.
To get to know the local culture, guests can head to the local market, located 300 metres away from Hotel Quinta Bela S. Tiago. Funchal Airport is a 20-minute drive away, and the gondola lift for Monte is 300 metres away.
Guest review score 7.8,
rooms from around 116 EUR.
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26 Dorisol Mimosa Studio Hotel Funchal, Portugal
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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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27 Pestana Colombos Premium Club - All Inclusive Porto Santo, Portugal
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Offering outdoor and indoor swimming pools, the luxurious 5-star Pestana Colombos Premium Club - All Inclusive also features a restaurant. The unit is just steps from the golden sands of Porto Santo Beach.
The resort has deluxe rooms, suites and apartments available. Rooms are open areas, featuring a large bathtub in the corner, next to the bed. The suites are very spacious and feature a seating area with a sofa. The large apartments have 2 bedrooms and a dining area as well, along with a living room and a full kitchen. All accommodation comes with a flat-screen cable TV, full bathroom and a balcony with a view.
Tasty traditional meals and international flavours are available at the restaurant, where breakfast, lunch and dinner service are provided. Those booking the apartments are also welcome to try cooking their own meals in the kitchen at their disposal, if they so choose.
Guests have plenty of relaxation options at the resort, including a sauna, library and a garden area. The bar offers refreshing cocktails, which guests can enjoy after a swim in one of the swimming pools. The front desk staff is available 24/7.
The nearby Porto Santo Beach was awarded as having the best dunes in Portugal and here, guests can enjoy swimming, strolling along the long sandy stretch or just lounge in the sun. Porto Santo Airport is 3.7 km from the property, while Porto Santo Golf is just 400 metres away.
Guest review score 7.6
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28 Dorisol Estrelicia Hotel Funchal, Portugal
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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. Many have views over the hillside towards the Atlantic Ocean.
The Dorisol Estrelicia offers a mini-spa with massage room, indoor pool and a gym. Guests can also find billiards, darts and table tennis in the recreation room.
The ground-floor restaurant serves breakfast buffets and evening dinners. During summer, music nights are organized on a regular basis at the terrace bar. Guests can also enjoy live music and a happy hour in the piano bar.
The Dorisol Estrelicia is 500 metres away from the seaside promenade of Funchal and the Lido swimming complex. Madeira’s international airport is 20 km away.
Guest review score 7.1,
rooms from around 56 EUR.
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29 Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature Funchal, Portugal
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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. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, evening entertainment and a 24-hour front desk.
At the hotel each room is equipped with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, bathrobes and slippers. Every room has a coffee machine, while some rooms are equipped with a kitchen with a dishwasher, a microwave and a fridge. At Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature every room comes with bed linen and towels.
Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast.
Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature offers a terrace. You can play table tennis at the hotel, and car hire is available.
Popular points of interest near Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature include Almirante Reis Beach, Gorgulho - Gavinas Beach and Marina do Funchal. The nearest airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International, 20 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
Guest review score 9.3,
rooms from around 270 EUR.
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30 Enotel Magnólia Funchal, Portugal
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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.
The Enotel Magnólia’s restaurant serves a full English breakfast each morning. The Alma Bar offers indoor views of the gardens, and in the evening you can relax in the bar with live piano music.
Palheiro Golf Course is 10 km away. Enotel Magnólia is a 15 minutes drive from Madeira Airport. Free on-site car parking is available. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around 96 EUR.
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31 The Views Oasis Caniço, Portugal
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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 property offers spa and wellness packages.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 104 EUR.
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32 Santa Cruz Village Hotel Santa Cruz, Portugal
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Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Santa Cruz Village Hotel is located in Santa Cruz. Each room here will provide you with a balcony. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a bath.
At Santa Cruz Village Hotel you will find a 24-hour front desk, a bar and a mini-market. Other facilities offered at the property include a games room and luggage storage. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including golfing and hiking. The property offers free parking.
The hotel is 1.7 km from Madeira Airport. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
Guest review score 8.7
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33 Muthu Raga Madeira Hotel Funchal, Portugal
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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. In addition, all guest rooms at Raga Madeira Hotel are equipped with a flat-screen satellite TV, a minibar and a private en suite bathroom. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel.
Guests of the Muthu Raga Madeira Hotel can dine in either of the hotel’s 2 restaurants - L’Horizon and Restaurant Bar Five. Both venues serve an à la carte menu of local and international cuisine. The hotel also has 3 bars providing a choice of environments in which guests can relax with a beverage.
Raga Madeira Hotel has a large outdoor pool surrounded by sun loungers for guests’ comfort. It is a 6-minute walk to Funchal’s Formosa Beach, and a 15-minute drive to the dramatic Funchal Ecological Park.
Madeira Airport is 25 minutes’ drive from the hotel, and free parking is available on-site. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
Guest review score 7.3,
rooms from around 55 EUR.
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34 Eira do Serrado - Hotel & Spa Curral das Freiras, Portugal
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A secluded retreat surrounded by unspoiled forests, Eira do Serrado overlooks the Valley of the Nuns and the picturesque village of Curral das Freiras. It provides a wellness centre with indoor pool, hot tub, fitness room, sauna and turkish bath, and outdoor activities.
Rooms at Estalagem Eira do Serrado open out onto private balconies with stunning views of the natural surroundings. Each has wooden floors, en suite bathrooms and a TV set.
Guests can enjoy local cuisine from Madeira Island at the hotel's restaurant. Drinks and refreshments are served in one of the most visited viewpoints of the island.
Other in-house facilities include a games room with billiards. There is also a gift shop selling traditional artefacts from the picturesque village of Curral das Freiras.
Estalagem Eira do Serrado is situated 12 km from Funchal. The hotel can arrange a transfer upon request and provides free private parking.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around 85 EUR.
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35 ARTS IN Hotel Conde Carvalhal Funchal, Portugal
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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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36 The Views Baia - Adults Only Funchal, Portugal
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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.
A varied menu of Mediterranean, international and vegetarian dishes is served at the Bay View Restaurant. 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.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 131 EUR.
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37 Terrace Mar Suite Hotel Funchal, Portugal
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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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38 Pestana Ocean Bay Resort Funchal, Portugal
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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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39 Pestana Miramar Garden & Ocean Hotel Funchal, Portugal
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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.
Miramar has both an outdoor and indoor pool. There is a health club with a fully-equipped fitness centre, sauna and hot tub. Massages, beauty treatments and hairdresser services are also available.
The restaurant serves gourmet cuisine and fine wine. Guests can relax in the popular Miramar gardens, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Free WiFi is availablein the public areas of the hotel. Private parking is available, at an extra fee.
Guest review score 8.2,
rooms from around 156 EUR.
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40 Dorisol Buganvilia Studio Hotel Funchal, Portugal
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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. The well-equipped kitchen comes with microwave and cooking utensils. En-suite bathrooms are standard.
Guests can play a game at the on-site tennis court, or relax and enjoy the panoramic views across the Atlantic Ocean from the hotel's roof-top terrace.
Dorisol Buganvilia aparthotel hotel provides entertainment programs, such as live and folklore shows.
Guest review score 7.7,
rooms from around 68 EUR.
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41 Florasol Residence Hotel - Dorisol hotels Funchal, Portugal
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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. They come equipped with a seating area, and cable TV. Some rooms overlook the beach and the Atlantic Ocean.
Mesalusa Restaurant has an indoor seating area and a sun terrace where guests can enjoy international cuisine and regional dishes made from fresh ingredients. It offers a buffet breakfast and has a lush garden with palm trees and hammocks.
Florasol's guests can relax in a sun lounger poolside or visit the games room that includes billiards and table tennis. There is also a children playground.
Dorisol Florasol aparthotel is located 2 km from Avenida do Mar and 16 km from Madeira Airport. It offers free on-site private parking (upon availability). This property offers spa and wellness packages.
Guest review score 8.0,
rooms from around 76 EUR.
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