Luxury hotels in Funchal

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Funchal. I hope you will like it!

• 1 The Cliff Bay - PortoBay Funchal, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Situated atop a natural peninsula, The Cliff Bay provides panoramic Atlantic Ocean views and private sea access. There are indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a 2-Michelin star restaurant and free Wi-Fi. All guest rooms have twin queen-size beds, an en suite marble bathroom and an LCD cable TV with DVD/CD player. In addition, all rooms feature a veranda with table and chairs, giving views of the hotel's gardens or the Bay of Funchal. Cliff Bay features 3 restaurants, including the 2-Michelin star Il Gallo d'Oro, which serves aromatic Mediterranean and Iberian cuisine. Guests can also relax in any of the on-site cafés and bars. Cliff Bay features top-of-the-range spa and wellness facilities. There is direct, private access to the sea as well as tennis courts, a games room and a library. The hotel is located within a 5-minute drive from the Funchal centre, just 20 minutes’ drive from Madeira Airport. An airport shuttle is available upon request. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around 242 EUR.

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• 2 Royal Savoy - Ocean Resort - Savoy Signature Funchal, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Funchal. Set within tropical gardens on the Bay of Funchal, the luxurious Royal Savoy - Ocean Resort - Savoy Signature features 2 heated lagoon-style pools and private Atlantic Ocean access. The 5-star hotel combines exotically decorated interiors and contemporary architecture. All of the Savoy'selegant suites and rooms are beautifully appointed with sophisticated furnishings and have a private balcony offering panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. Each includes a modern bathroom with free toiletries. The suites come with a full kitchenette. The Royal Savoy - Ocean Resort - Savoy Signature also boasts a poolside bar and a bar with nightly live music and refreshing cocktails. Guests may have a taste of exquisite Portuguese flavours at The Armada, an à la carte and buffet restaurant, which also offers international cuisine options. Following a day of touring the island and enjoying the sights, guests may unwind at the spa, an ideal spot for a relaxing massage, a visit to the gym or indoor pool. Guests can soak up the sun on the extensive ocean front solarium. The attentive staff can organise various off-site activities, including arrangements for golf as well as provide a rental car service. The Funchal Marina is a 14-minute walk from the Hotel. Guests may also try their luck at the slot machines of Madeira Casino, which is 700 metres away. The greenery of Madeira's Botanical Gardens is 4 km away, while the stunning views of Girão Cape are within 12 km. The Royal Savoy - Ocean Resort - Savoy Signature is 23 km from Madeira International Airport. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around 208 EUR.

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• 3 Quinta Mirabela - Design Hotel Funchal, Portugal

  

  Hotel. 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 Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 125 EUR.

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• 4 Quinta da Bela Vista Funchal, Portugal

  

  Hotel. 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. Quinta da Bela Vista is decorated with fine paintings and antique furniture throughout. The air-conditioned rooms have cable TV, a seating area, and a luxurious marble bathroom. 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 Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around 136 EUR.

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• 5 Pestana Casino Park Hotel & Casino Funchal, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Funchal. Overlooking the Bay of Funchal, this well designed hotel provides luxury accommodation within Santa Caterina Park. There is a spa with pools for relaxation and a casino and discotheque for entertainment. Featuring private balconies, all rooms at the Pestana Casino Park Hotel & Casino come with seating areas and satellite LCD TVs. Many guest rooms provide a panoramic view of the Atlantic Ocean. Pestana’s 6 dining venues include the Panoramic Restaurant with far-reaching views of the Bay and pool area. The Aqua overlooks the hotel’s gardens and casino, while the sunset Restaurant offers a varied menu and a cocktail bar. Guests can relax in the indoor or outdoor pools, exercise in the fitness centre or enjoy one of the quality treatments available from the Pestana Spa. The hotel arranges diverse recreational activities including hiking and diving. Pestana Casino Park is just a 5-minute walk from the town centre and 30 minutes’ drive from Madeira Airport. Parking is available on site, upon an extra fee. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around 98 EUR.

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• 6 Hotel Quinta das Vistas Funchal, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Located on the top of a hill, this 5-star hotel offers panoramic views of the city of Funchal and the Atlantic Ocean. Hotel Quinta das Vistas has elegantly decorated rooms with balconies, overlooking the garden or the Madeiran Mountains and the bay of Funchal. La Belle Terrace Restaurant, with the covered and open terrace, serves local dishes. Albatroz Piano Bar offers refreshing drinks. Quinta das Vistas is surrounded by 12.000 m² of landscaped gardens and trees. Amongst the gardens, there is a 9-hole mini-golf. The town centre is only a 15-minute walk away, and the hotel offers a free shuttle service. A car rental service is also available. Show full description Guest review score 6.7, rooms from around 140 EUR.

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• 7 Quinta Jardins do Lago Funchal, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Located in the hills surrounding Funchal, this 18th-century mansion is set in extensive botanical gardens with 600 different plant species. All rooms have balconies overlooking the gardens. Quinta Jardins do Lago's spacious rooms are elegantly furnished and include a seating area, a marble bathroom and a large balcony. Each room features air conditioning, cable TV and free WiFi. Beresford Restaurant, available daily for evening meals, is an indoor restaurant where Madeira and International cuisine melt. There are 2 bars, one of which is a poolside bar surrounded by mango trees and flowers. Quinta Jardins do Lago has a large lagoon-style swimming pool surrounded by sun terraces with sun beds. Guests can work out in the gym or spend the afternoon in the sauna, Turkish bath and hot tub. This luxurious boutique hotel is situated 1.5 km from the centre of Funchal. Free parking is available, and a free shuttle service to and from the city centre is available upon request. Madeira International Airport is 18 km from Quinta Jardins do Lago. Show full description Guest review score 9.7, rooms from around 250 EUR.

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• 8 Les Suites at The Cliff Bay - PortoBay Funchal, Portugal

  

  Hotel. 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 Guest review score 9.5, rooms from around 575 EUR.

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• 9 Quinta da Casa Branca Funchal, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Set within extensive gardens of various subtropical trees and a banana plantation, Quinta da Casa Branca features a boutique hotel and an elegant manor house and offers a heated pool and rooms with garden views. There is a spa room and two restaurants at the property. Free WiFi access, tea and coffee making facilities and a private balcony or terrace overlooking the gardens are available in all accommodations. 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 Guest review score 9.5, rooms from around 231 EUR.

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

  

  Hotel. Set on a cliff in 10 acres of subtropical gardens overlooking the Atlantic, this 5-star resort features an oceanfront spa, 3 swimming pools and direct access to oceanic waters. All rooms at Reid's Palace are elegantly furnished and include a balcony and marble bathroom with amenities. A minibar with complimentary soft drinks and free in-room movies are available to each room. 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 Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around 400 EUR.

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

  

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

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

  

  Hotel. Casa Velha do Palheiro Relais & Chateaux is a 5-star manor house hotel situated in the old Palheiro Gardens in the foothills of Funchal. With access to the stunning Palheiro Golf Course, guests can also enjoy various golfing discounts. Dating back to 1804, Casa Velha do Palheiro Relais & Chateaux consists of 3 buildings with all rooms individually decorated with chic and elegant furnishings. Free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with a wide choice of international channels are available. A variety of eating venues include the Classical dining room with international haute cuisine, the more relaxed Palheiro Golf clubhouse restaurant with its panoramic views over Funchal bay, the tea house in the Palheiro gardens or healthy snacks at the Spa. Guests can relax by the outdoor pool in the gardens or use the free facilities of the Spa at Casa Velha featuring a heated indoor pool as well as sauna and steam room. Highly qualified therapists offer an array of Pevonia SPA treatments for holistic relaxation. The hotel organizes deep sea fishing on its own motor yacht Balancal as well as nature experiences with whale and dolphin watching. On site there is a tennis court, badminton, croquet as well as its own championship golf course – Palheiro Golf. Casa Velha do Palheiro Relais & Chateaux is 7 km from the centre of Funchal and offers direct access to the award-winning Palheiro Gardens. Free private parking is available as well as a daily free shuttle service to the town centre. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 236 EUR.

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• 13 Quintinha Sao Joao Hotel & Spa Funchal, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Set in lush, landscaped gardens, 5-star Quintinha São João features a spa and indoor and outdoor heated swimming pools. Overlooking central Funchal and the bay, it is 2 km from Funchal Cathedral. The spacious, elegant rooms provide a cable TV with DVD player, a minibar and private bathroom with hairdryer. 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 Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 174 EUR.

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• 14 The Vine Hotel Funchal, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Funchal. 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 Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 183 EUR.

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• 15 Enotel Lido - All Inclusive Funchal, Portugal

  

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

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• 16 Pestana Grand Ocean Resort Hotel Funchal, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Surrounded by tropical gardens, the seaside Pestana Grand Ocean Resort Hotel features the largest salt water pool on the Madeira Island. The hotel offers fine dining and access to the Funchal coastline promenade. The resort is set on the rock of Ponta da Cruz, with views of the high sea cliffs of Cabo Girão. Its bright interiors have large windows, designed to let in plenty of natural light. Pestana Grand Ocean Resort Hotel has a full-scale spa with steam baths, saunas, and hot tubes. Guests can work out at the gym, have a relaxing massage or swim in the panoramic indoor pool. The Pestana Grand's rooms include private balconies. Each is air conditioned and has an en suite bathroom with a bathtub. The hotel offers an extensive range of restaurants, including fine Moroccan, Italian and Portuguese cuisine. Guests can enjoy a drink in the piano bar, or a fine cigar in the lounge. Free Private parking is available and is subject to availability. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 126 EUR.

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

  

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

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• 18 Melia Madeira Mare Funchal, Portugal

  

  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 Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 99 EUR.

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• 19 Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel Funchal, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Funchal. 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. Pestana Carlton Madeira's leisure offer includes a giant chess board, a certified, on-site diving school and a tennis court. All suites and rooms feature elegant décor, flat-screen TVs and balconies with sea, mountain or pool views. One of the 2 saltwater pools has stairs leading to the sea. For relaxation, Pestana's Venus Health Spa includes an indoor heated pool, Scottish shower and massage treatments. Guests can choose from the rustic atmosphere of the hotel's Taverna Grill or by the cool pool and gardenside setting of the Garden Pool Restaurante & Bar. Activities such as paragliding, yacht excursions and windsurfing are available nearby. The Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel is a 20-minute drive from Madeira's International Airport. Private parking is available, at an extra fee. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around 111 EUR.

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• 20 Pestana Royal All Inclusive Ocean & Spa Resort Funchal, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Pestana Royal is an All-Inclusive hotel located in Funchal, with panoramic views of Cabo Girão's slope and at a 2-minute walk from Formosa Beach. The property is a 10-minute drive from the Funchal city centre. Featuring a private bathroom, each of the 324 rooms comes with a view, flat-screen TV and free WiFi access. Some of the rooms also feature a balcony. The hotel has 1 buffet restaurant, which is open during all meals and 3 themed restaurants, which alternate being open at dinner time. The property also has terraces and 2 bars, where guests can enjoy a drink or cocktail within a relaxed atmosphere. Guests can also enjoy 2 outdoor swimming pools, SPA with indoor pool, gym and 3 treatment rooms where guests can book SPA treatments and massages. Younger guests can play in the children's playground or in the Kids Club, while adults can enjoy a game of billiards, mini golf or use of the tennis court. CR7 Museum is 4.8 km away, while the Funchal Marina is within 6.3 km. The nearest airport is Madeira Airport, 22 km from the property. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around 160 EUR.

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• 21 Pestana Madeira Beach Club Funchal, Portugal

  

  Aparthotel. Stay in the heart of Funchal. With sea views, Pestana Madeira Beach Club is situated in Funchal and has a restaurant, room service, bar, garden, year-round outdoor pool and terrace. Complimentary WiFi is featured. The aparthotel provides guests with a balcony, a seating area, cable flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with a fridge and a microwave, and a private bathroom with bath or shower and free toiletries. A stovetop and toaster are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. Pestana Madeira Beach Club offers 5-star accommodation with an indoor pool. A car rental service and a private beach area are offered at the accommodation. Popular points of interest near Pestana Madeira Beach Club include Gorgulho - Gavinas Beach, Almirante Reis Beach and Marina do Funchal. The nearest airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International, 20 km from the aparthotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 199 EUR.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in November 2022. Did I miss a luxury hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!