Offering 4 restaurants, 2 bars and Atlantic Ocean views, the 5-star Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel is situated on a cliff top on Madeira Island. Funchal’s centre is 10 minutes' walk away.
Anastasija
Switzerland
In general, the hotel is comfortable, well organised and perfectly located. My personal favorites are absolute cleanliness, very beatiful pools and direct access to the ocean. Also dining was delicious.
Hotel Sirius features a rooftop terrace offering panoramic views of Funchal’s picturesque city centre. It has free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and offers spacious accommodation with private balconies.
Anna
Spain
The were very nice. It is simple but very well located, clean and great staff
Set within tropical gardens on Madeira Island, this charming guesthouse features far-reaching sea views and 2 outdoor seawater pools, one of which is heated in winter period.
Victoria
United Kingdom
Excellent traditional hotel with wonderful staff, beautiful gardens, nice relaxing pool. The location is excellent, you can be in central Funchal in less than a 15 minute stroll
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.
Lesia
Ukraine
The property itself is in a nice and convenient location. Very clean rooms with balcony. All of the stuff are very nice and are glad to help you.
Hotel Catedral offers elegantly decorated rooms in Funchal’s city centre. It features panoramic views of the area. It also offers free WiFi, as well as free parking.
Celeste
United Arab Emirates
This older hotel is superbly placed in centre of town making access to Cableway, Marina, restaurants & bars and shopping very easy. Excellent well stocked and good selection of eats at breakfast. Our room was large and very clean and we had access to two separate balconies and a lounge. A taxi rank is opposite the hotel and a block away are the bus stops.
Located in the heart of Funchal’s Lido area, this 4-star hotel is a short walk from the city centre and boasts contemporary interiors and an outdoor pool with a terrace.
João
Portugal
We would like to thank the supervisor who resolved all the problems
Hotel Madeira is a 3-star hotel in Funchal's city centre, close to shops and restaurants. It offers free WiFi access. Each room has a private bathroom with walk-in shower and hairdryer.
sayles
United Kingdom
Staff were amazing, really helpful and considerate.
Great location, within walking distance of everything you need within Funchal.
Relatively close to the airport so convenient for transfers.
Surrounded by tropical gardens, the seaside Pestana Grand Ocean Resort Hotel features the largest salt water pool on the Madeira Island.
T.Savelyeva2
Ukraine
I had a very beautiful room with amazing views of the ocean and garden. It was very convenient that from the backyard of the hotel there is access to a path along the ocean, where you can run or just walk.
There is a beautiful beach nearby. Relaxing near the pool is also very convenient; next to it there is a garden and grass on which you can place your sun lounger overlooking the ocean. Excellent access 5 minutes walk to Forum shopping center.
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.
Helpful and friendly staff, garden, food. Spacious rooms
Hotel Madeira is a 3-star hotel in Funchal's city centre, close to shops and restaurants. It offers free WiFi access. Each room has a private bathroom with walk-in shower and hairdryer.
Good location, comfortable room, good value food and drink.
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.
The view from the room was very nice and the food delicious.
Set within tropical gardens on Madeira Island, this charming guesthouse features far-reaching sea views and 2 outdoor seawater pools, one of which is heated in winter period.
O charme, simpatia, breakfast, restaurant, conforto.
Located in the heart of Funchal’s Lido area, this 4-star hotel is a short walk from the city centre and boasts contemporary interiors and an outdoor pool with a terrace.
great pool
comfortable bed
spacious shower and bathroom
Hotel Sirius features a rooftop terrace offering panoramic views of Funchal’s picturesque city centre. It has free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and offers spacious accommodation with private balconies.
good location, comfortable room, boring breakfast.
Located in Funchal, within 600 metres of Gorgulho - Gavinas Beach and 2.9 km of Formosa Beach, Vila Vicência provides accommodation with a bar and free WiFi.
They welcomed you as soon as you got there, and helpful with any information that you needed 😊
Set in Funchal, 17 km from Marina do Funchal, Quinta Paços do Lago offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a bar and a shared lounge. 14 km from Gomes' Pools and 14...
Wonderful ocean view, delicious breakfast, very kind hosts. The best choice.
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.
Everything was superb. We couldn't fault anything.
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.
Nice view. Good food. Clean room and very quiet hotel.
As part of the Vila Porto Mare resort, this hotel offers 4 restaurants, 6 bars and 5 swimming pools. Porto Mare features an extensive tropical garden on the Atlantic oceanfront.
Fabulous breakfast, great location and view on the sea
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...
Very good breakfast
Friendly staff
Beautiful rooms
Located on the Funchal seafront, this hotel offers panoramic views over the Atlantic. It provides rooms with kitchenettes and balconies, 2 pools and a spa centre with spa bath and sauna.
Everything apart from the outside pool being a tad chilly😄
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.
I liked the pool area and the panoramic view from the room.
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...
Everything was good, nice view from 11th floor room
FAQs about hotels in Funchal
On average, 3-star hotels in Funchal cost € 84.73 per night, and 4-star hotels in Funchal are € 141.64 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Funchal can on average be found for € 267.93 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in Funchal this weekend is € 213.40 or, for a 4-star hotel, € 264.17. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Funchal for this weekend cost on average around € 430.38 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
On average, it costs € 90 per night to book a 3-star hotel in Funchal for tonight. You'll pay on average around € 251.34 if you choose to stay in a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in Funchal will cost around € 374.77 (based on Booking.com prices).
Considered one of the most beautiful cities in Portugal, charming Funchal is the capital of Madeira Island. It is an important base for tourists from all over the world that come to the Madeira hotels, B&B’s and resorts to enjoy their cliffs and beaches, as well as its slopes and colourful towns.
Founded in 1424, its position allowed it to quickly become an important trading harbour, attracting many prominent families. Its mild weather was the beginning of its touristic development in the 18th century, with a therapeutic and health profile.
With the establishment of the port first, and Madeira International/Funchal Airport later, the city grew to become a major destination. Nowadays, the city concentrates most of the hotels, luxury resorts and casinos of Madeira. Accommodation located in Santa Cruz, near Funchal Airport, is also available for those wanting to avoid the rush.
Don’t miss a long walk around Sé historical district, and enjoy the Santa Clara Convent and the Sé Cathedral. The Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro Park and the Mercado dos Lavradores are also a must.
Whether you need an ocean-view villa or a small guest house, Booking.com offers a wide range of Funchal accommodation.
Funchal is a relatively large city (proportionally to the...
Funchal is a relatively large city (proportionally to the island's size) that has small city vibes; it's filled with history and has its charm.
Though very touristy, you can find many spots with local life (this in March/April). This could be very different during high season. Climate/temps is also great.
Even though it's pretty steep in some parts, the city is very walkable (for those that don't mind getting the steps in), though taxis are a great option to get around
Must dos/pros:
- Monte cable car
- Carreiros do Monte (sled rides)
- Botanical garden
- Boat tour to Desertas islands
- Levada walks/tours
- Private or group tours of the Island (I recommend Hit the Road Madeira - they're the best hands down!)
- Many good restaurants
- the people are very nice and friendly
Cons:
- In some parts the city is extremely steep and for people with mobility problems this may be an issue
- Depending how many cruise ships are docked, the sudden inflow of tourists can be a pain
- 5G towers everywhere (this is especially important for people that are sensitive to nnEMFs and/or give a sh*t for their health - don't forget to soak in the sun and ground as much as possible to counter the bad nnEMF effects)
- Mercado dos Lavradores is pretty but a tourist trap (worth the visit but not for shopping)
Oliver
Germany
10
Scored 10
There is plenty to see and do in Funchal.
There is plenty to see and do in Funchal. Withing the old town you will find many restaurants along with shops and the old market.
Moving around the south of the island using the public busses is very easy, if you plan to do this, we would suggest buying a multi-day travel tickets for the duration of your stay: available at kiosks on the front at Funchal. Google Maps worked very well with planning trips using the local transport. Travelling to the north of the island we found hard to organise using the public transport is not easy, our suggestion would be to hire a car for these trips or join one of the organised trips which we did avoiding parking issues at the popular locations.
If you plan to walk the lavedas, plan you trips ahead of arriving on the island to avoid frustration when trying to work out where to join/exit the walks.
Martin
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
We really liked Funchal!
We really liked Funchal! HOwever, most accomodations are very noisy because of the road traffic, scooters, shouting people on the street, etc. so one has to really choose wisely!!! Funchal offers a lot, mountains, gardens, elevation gain, boat tours, festivals, nice people and food, and calm atmosphere.
Gabor
Hungary
10
Scored 10
A very calm, clean and laid back city with many attractions,...
A very calm, clean and laid back city with many attractions, both indoor and outdoor. Wide range of good quality and reasonably priced restaurants. Good walking trails along the coast and above the city which can be easily accessed on foot or by public transport.
David
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
I found Funchal town to be very clean and larger than...
I found Funchal town to be very clean and larger than expected. Interesting older part but generic modern area which was less interesting. Nice sea front and beautiful town park. The cable car up to the gardens at Monte Palace was a nice experience. We enjoyed a long levada walk in the mountains and catamaran boat trip along the coast and saw dolphins. There is much more to explore so I would like to return to the island in the future. Perfect weather and temperature for an active holiday.
Tesa
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Tourist advice was plentiful and very well spoken staff.
Tourist advice was plentiful and very well spoken staff. Bus services on time and frequent. The majic dolphin boat for whale watching and free spirit for mountain hikes.
Red wine so low cost and great quality. Local pizza not so good go to Pizza hut on the seafront. Very freindly people and as an ageing human all young people were very polite on transport services.
Great atmosphere, good climate although a little humid at times but a very generous island that keeps on giving surpridse after surprise.
A family owned hotel apartment, the owner is a sweet man that takes care of you from the moment you arrive, till the last moment you leave the property. They bring fresh bread to your door every morning, they recommend you the best local restaurants. My tip: let the owner tell you where to go and where to eat, then you will enjoy Madeira from the local point of view and not instagram and bloggers!
P.s: the sea view balcony is a blessing and although you are in Funchal , you’re still away from punks and drunk tourists!
We missed our connection flight and arrived to the hotel in the middle of the night. Despite the time, Nuno welcomed us with a smile and very patient explanations and made the start of our trip in Madeira very pleasant. Also the rest of the staff was very nice, attentive and helpful. The rooms are spacious and beautiful. The hotel's garden is gorgeous and has a nice panoramic view of the sea and was the perfect place for breakfast. Breakfast was excellent with large variety. It is highly recommended.
The hotel, built around a traditional Madeiran manor house, is an oasis of civilised calm and charm, nestling in the midst of an urban desert of high-rise hotels. The facilities were very good and the staff excellent: nothing was too much trouble and everything was served with a smile. Half board food was very good value and portions were abundant. The location, with swimming pool on the seafront, was superb - an easy walk to the town centre. We would unhesitatingly return.
What a wonderful little gem in central Funchal. Only stayed one night due to flight disruption but would happily go back. Staff are beyond helpful and so friendly (unlike one other hotel we stayed in). Room was gorgeous, air conditioning a bonus. Loved the free Madeira and chocolates, a generous touch.
Despite it being on a side street I had the best sleep of our entire time on Madeira.
The breakfast basket was delicious and unexpected.
I stayed in many places in my big travel trip in Lisbon, Azores and Madeira and this was my favorite hotel because of location, balcony, palm trees near and ocean view a little from balcony. WiFi a bit was to weak, but good anyway. Breakfast was included in a very affordable price. Staff was great, was seems that they was tired and work a lot, but I was absolutely satisfied. Well done, just need to do more attention with ants.
The apartment is very a very spacious two bed in the heart of Funchal with everything you might need for a comfortable stay. The host was very welcoming and helpful. Views of the City are wonderful from the balcony where you can sit and relax or eat with your family. Everything is close by including the Old Town, restaurants, public transport and cable car. We had an excellent stay and would return when next in Madeira.
Loved the hotel. Very clean. Comfortable beds and wonderful rain shower. Breakfast was excellent. Staff very helpful with tours and recommendations. On a pedestrian street with several restaurants just out the front door. Saw lunch at our hotel seemed busy so gave it a try and also excellent. A market is just a few
blocks. Cable car, old town and Madeira tastings all easy walks.
Beautiful traditional hotel very close to the old town and all its restaurants. A real Madeira experience that one can't get at all the characterless modern hotels. Superb facilities with two lovely pools and the ability to swim in the sea. Very friendly and helpful staff. Quiet at night - a real oasis- but within easy walking distance nightlife. A perfect place to stay.
Perfectly located in the heart of Funchal with all of the space and amenities our family of three needed. We missed our connection to Madeira due to a flight delay and arrived a day late but our host, Alexandra, was gracious and flexible. Our apartment was bright and clean and exactly like the pictures. Highly recommend!
Restaurants and the town centre is in a walking distance. The apartment was well-equiped and nicely furnished. The host was waiting for us with a heartwarming surprise in a form of fruit basket and a nice welcome sign, as well as providing us with useful suggestions and tips regarding Funchal and Madeira!
The best location from which to explore Funchal! My room had a balcony looking out over the small plaza, which was great. Check-in was easy, the place itself has more than everything you need-- a complete kitchen, good bed, even a bottle of Madeira wine. I would return here if I visited Funchal again.
good location/ friendly staffs/ clean especially Carolina from the reception very friendly and helpful she is number one to our stayed thank you again to all the staffs and looking forward to stay there again definitely will recommend to any friends come to Madeira for their staying 👍,
The location is great, near downtown Funchal with easy access to the highway. It has a great view of Funchal right down to the water with a nice little patio to enjoy that view. The owner was great at communicating and check in was easy. When I come back to Madeira I’ll stay here again.
The apartment has a good location in Funchal and it's very nice.
Close by there is a cenvenient public parking spot (4,50 EUR for 24h) and it is nice that you can use some of the services of the Hotel Madeira (which manages the apartment) that is very close (for example, the pool).
Wonderful time at Quinta B, very great welcome, the bedroom is perfect and the view with the breakfast amazing! I recommend this hotel for few days in Funchal, you will love it.
The localization is near to the old town which is great for the visits.
Lovely house with great outdoor space.
Location is quiet and fantastic being so close to the Old Town and Funchal centre .
Off street parking for those that hire a car
Would definitely check for availability when we return to Madeira. Paul and Sue
Nice centrally situated hotel for people who want to stay in the old town. The room was a bit on the smaller side, but everything was clean and comfortable. We got plenty of tips from the lady working at the reception.
Rooms were gorgeous! Bed was so comfy, everything brand new and super clean.
Pool bar & pool with views or Funchal was incredible
Would 100% recommend this hotel to anyone travelling to Madeira!
Had the basic necessities in the house, spacious rooms, lounging area, balcony and a parking spot. About a 30 minute walk from old town, so not too far. Good price for Madeira.
Fantastic hotel. Prime position close to Funchal centre but quiet. Room clean with everything you need. Breakfast in Los Arcos superb. Deserving of it’s 5 stars.
Jane
United Kingdom
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