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 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. Al fresco dining is offered by the French-inspired Brisa Do Mar while the Villa Cipriani serves classic Italian dishes. The Dining Room organises elegant soirees in Edwardian ambiance. The Reid’s is 3 km from Praia Formosa Beach and 15 minutes’ walk to Funchal city centre with plenty of nightlife. It p... Read more »

Casa Velha do Palheiro 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 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 fi... Read more »

Featuring views of Funchal Bay Four Views Baia 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 Four Views Baia is located uphill from São João Fortress. It is 30 minutes’ drive from Madeira Airport and on-site private parking is free.

A 158-year-old manor house with antique-filled rooms with private balconies the Quinta da Bela Vista offers stunning views of the Bay of Funchal from its verdant grounds. The three-story hotel built in 1844 has 89 air-conditioned rooms furnished with antiques and original artwork. Each room has a private balcony a minibar cable TV and a private bath. Wi-Fi is available for an additional fee. Start the day with a workout in the fitness center and a steam in the sauna before visiting the complimentary breakfast buffet. Play a game of tennis on the outdoor court or lounge beside the outdoor pool which has its own snack and cocktail bar. In the on-site restaurant a fireplace casts a golden glow. The hotel has a private yacht available for rental. Parking is free. The hotel is one mile from Formosa Beach and central Funchal where attractions include the Sé Cathedral the Frederico de Freitas Museum and the Museum of Contemporary Art. It's about two miles to Madeira Casino the Madeira Story ... Read more »

Located next to Quinta Magnólia Park 1 km from Praia Formosa Beach the adult-oriented Quinta do Sol offers an outdoor and indoor swimming pool and a fitness room. The elegant rooms at Quinta do Sol have an en suite marble bathroom and some have a private balcony. All rooms include air conditioning a fridge and cable TV. The Quinta’s restaurant serves a full English breakfast each morning. The Turquoise 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. Quinta do Sol is a 15-minute drive from Madeira Airport. Free on-site car parking is available.

Overlooking the valleys of Sào 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 staf... Read more »