We have created a list with the best luxury hotels in Funchal, Portugal. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Sara Lind & Adam Larsen. Updated February 2024.
Delightful property. Unique. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. 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. This luxurious boutique hotel is situated 1.5 km from the centre of Funchal. 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. 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.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most beautiful, unique and authentic boutique hotels in Funchal! AMAZING.
Hip. Very stylish. Superb interior design. Popular among women.Opened August 2020. 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. Guest rooms at the hotel come 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 is fitted with a coffee machine, while selected rooms are equipped with a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a minibar. At Three House Hotel each room includes bed linen and towels. At the accommodation 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 Three House Hotel include Cathedral of Funchal, Mar Avenue and Madeira Botanical Garden. The nearest airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport, 18 km from the hotel.Show full description
The Three House Hotel is a trendy and modern accommodation with apartment-style units. It has a rooftop pool and bar, a restaurant, and parking spaces. The hotel is known for its unique and stylishly designed apartments, and it is conveniently located in the city center, close to attractions and amenities.
Romantic. Lovely property. Popular among couples. 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.Show full description
I think this place could be the most ROMANTIC luxury hotel in Funchal.
Luxury Hotel.Rooftop restaurant. Located in Funchal, 1.7 km from Almirante Reis Beach, Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Featuring room service, this property also has a restaurant and a terrace. You can play table tennis at this 5-star hotel, and bike hire and car hire are available. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property. 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 bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental or Full English/Irish options. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Gorgulho - Gavinas Beach, Marina do Funchal and Madeira Casino. The nearest airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport, 20 km from Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Highly elegant. Historic property. 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.Show full description
Charming. Relaxing atmosphere. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. 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.Show full description
Casa Velha do Palheiro is a charming hotel with comfortable rooms, two pools, a spa, and a lovely tea house in a beautiful garden. What makes it special is its location near famous gardens and a golf course, perfect for nature lovers and golf enthusiasts.
Boutique hotel.Great views. Great interior design. 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.Show full description
Elegant. Cosy rooms. Good breakfast. 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.Show full description
Trendy. Stylish. Cosy rooms. Panoramic terrace and rooms overlooking the Funchal Bay await guests at this 5-star hotel. Located 2 km from Funchal, it also features a sea-view outdoor pool and a spa with massages. The air-conditioned rooms at the Quinta Mirabela include satellite TV, a minibar and safety deposit box. The marble bathrooms come with bathrobes and hairdryers. Guests can swim in the outdoor swimming pool, or relax at the spa, which has a hammam, a hot tub and a sauna. There is also a modern gym equipped with cardiovascular equipment and free weights. The Mirabela’s elegant restaurant serves Madeiran and international cuisine, which can be enjoyed on the panoramic terrace. Stephan’s Bar offers exotic cocktails, while the pool bar serves natural fruit juices.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Great location. Rooftop pool. 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.Show full description
This boutique hotel has a great location in Funchal and a unique rooftop pool!
Boutique hotel.Rooftop pool. Rooftop bar. Recently awarded as Europe's Leading Design Hotel, the luxurious Vine Hotel is located in Funchal and offers a fusion restaurant with stunning views, a Wine Therapy Spa, access to the fitness centre and a rooftop infinity pool. The spacious rooms are individually designed following the 4-seasons-of-the-year theme. Each features an LCD TV with in-room movies, free WiFi and a laptop-size safe. The roof terrace sports a infinity pool, massage facilities and a 20-metre hot tub with views of Fort São João and the mountains. For further relaxation, Hotel Vine’s spa offers vinotherapy. The rooftop restaurant serves a blend of French and Madeiran cuisine prepared from regional produce. Guests can enjoy cocktails and snacks at the Bar 360°. The Palheiro Golf Course (15 km) and the Santo da Serra Golf Course (25 km) are only a short drive from The Vine Hotel.Show full description
Stylish. Cool. Great value. Popular among women.Opened April 2021. 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 terrace, as well as a restaurant. The property features a sauna, nightclub and a shared lounge. All units at the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a safety deposit box. 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. At NEXT - by Savoy Signature each room comes with bed linen and towels. Staff speak German, English, Spanish and French at the 24-hour front desk. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Almirante Reis Beach, Marina do Funchal and Madeira Casino. The nearest airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport, 20 km from NEXT - by Savoy Signature.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Great views. 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.Show full description
Charming. Elegant. Popular among couples. 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. The air-conditioned rooms have cable TV, a seating area, and a luxurious marble bathroom. Quinta da Bela Vista is decorated with fine paintings and antique furniture throughout. 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.Show full description
Cosy rooms. Great value. Popular among women. Renovated in 2018, the 4-star Hotel Alto Lido is located in Funchal’s prime area – Lido, 2.5 km from the city centre. It offers an indoor and an outdoor heated swimming pool as well as a pool for children and Spa facilities. Hotel Alto Lido includes modernly decorated rooms, suites and studios with frontal or side se views. Each accommodation is equipped with a flat-screen cable TV, a private bathroom with shower and hairdryer, air conditioning, telephone, safety deposit box and free WiFi. Studios have fully equipped kitchenette. On site, guests can choose amongst 3 restaurants. The Flôr de Sal restaurant is a buffet restaurant on the ground floor and serves local specialties. On the 1st floor, The Tale offers an ample veranda with sea views and a carefully prepared à la carte menu. Linha de Água offers light meals and salads by the outdoor pool. In addition, guests may enjoy live music and a cocktail at the 360 bar. Guests have a gym and cardio-fitness facilities at their disposal as well as a sauna and a Turkish bath. There are 2 conference rooms with capacity for 80 and 100 persons, a laundry service and a games room. Private shuttle service to the centre of Funchal is available 4 times per day. Funchal International Airport is a 20-minute drive away.Show full description
Alto Lido is a relaxed hotel with breathtaking ocean views. It has both indoor and outdoor pools for guests to relax in. The hotel provides a complimentary breakfast and is conveniently situated in the Lido area, near the seaside and a short distance from the city center.
Luxury 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. 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.Show full description
Melia Madeira Mare is a luxurious hotel. It has a beautiful pool with stunning sea views and direct access to a pebble beach. The hotel has indoor and outdoor pools, a spa, and three restaurants.
Cool. Charming. Rooftop bar. Sé Boutique Hotel has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Funchal. 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. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Almirante Reis Beach, Marina do Funchal and Cathedral of Funchal. The nearest airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport, 20 km from Sé Boutique Hotel.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Comfortable beds. Good breakfast. Set in tropical gardens overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, the Suite Hotel Eden Mar - Porto Bay features a lagoon-style outdoor pool. On-site amenities include a tennis court and a spa with hot tub, hammam and massage facilities. Modern rooms at the Suite Hotel Eden Mar - Porto Bay are air conditioned and equipped with cable TV. Each includes a kitchenette. Private bathrooms feature marble tiling and shower and bath. Guests can choose from several on-site restaurants serving Portuguese, Italian and Mediterranean dishes. Poolside and outdoor bars offer drinks, local spirits and desserts next to the popular Lido Promenade. Other facilities of the Suite Hotel Eden Mar - Porto Bay include a well-equipped gym, an indoor pool and a children’s playground. Babysitting service is available upon request. Central Funchal with its 15th-century Cathedral and popular marina is less than 2 km away. Madeira International Airport is 25 km away and free parking is available on site.Show full description
Great views. 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.Show full description
Beautiful. Superb breakfast. Comfortable beds. Popular among women. 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.Show full description
The Conde Carvalhal hotel is a one-of-a-kind accommodation. It is a renovated mansion with a lovely garden that provides breathtaking views of the surroundings. The hotel is famous for its art displays, featuring works by local artists.
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