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Luxury hotels in Funchal

A curated list of 5-star luxury hotels and resorts

Tomas Mazowski A list by Tomas Mazowski. This guide was last updated in November 2022.

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 Quinta da Casa Branca - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Funchal, Portugal

    Quinta da Casa Branca - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

    ***** Hotel. Set within extensive gardens of various subtropical trees and a banana plantation, Quinta da Casa Branca - Small Luxury Hotels of the World 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. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around 839 EUR.

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  • 2 The Reserve - within Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World Funchal, Portugal

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of Funchal. Attractively situated in Funchal, The Reserve - within Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World features air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a garden. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has sea views, and guests can enjoy access to a terrace and to a restaurant. Show full description

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

    Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira

    ***** Hotel. Set on a cliff in 10 acres of subtropical gardens overlooking the Atlantic, this 5-star hotel, Reid's Palace, a Belmond Hotel, Madeira, offers an unparalleled sanctuary. This distinguished resort seamlessly blends timeless elegance with contemporary luxury, providing an exquisite escape for discerning travellers. Each of our elegantly appointed rooms and suites boasts a private balcony and a lavish marble bathroom, complete with a curated selection of amenities. Show full description Guest review score 9.5, rooms from around 1604 EUR.

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  • 4 The Cliff Bay - PortoBay Funchal, Portugal

    The Cliff Bay - PortoBay

    ***** 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. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around 822 EUR.

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

    Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of Funchal. Located in Funchal, 1.8 km from Gorgulho - Gavinas Beach, Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature provides accommodation with a private beach area, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property features a year-round outdoor pool, indoor pool, fitness centre and garden. 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 a seating area. A buffet, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. You can play table tennis at this 5-star hotel, and bike hire and car hire are available. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Marina do Funchal, Madeira Casino and Mar Avenue. Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport is 20 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around 904 EUR.

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

    Royal Savoy - Ocean Resort - Savoy Signature

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of Funchal. The luxurious Royal Savoy - Ocean Resort is set amidst tropical gardens in the Bay of Funchal, featuring 2 heated lagoon-style pools and private ocean access. The 5-star hotel combines exotically decorated interiors and contemporary architecture. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 796 EUR.

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  • 7 Quinta Mirabela - Design Hotel Funchal, Portugal

    Quinta Mirabela - Design Hotel

    ***** 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. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around 410 EUR.

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  • 8 Quinta Funchal Gardens - Adults Only Funchal, Portugal

    ***** Hotel. Located in Funchal, 2.7 km from Almirante Reis Beach, Quinta Funchal Gardens - Adults Only provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel offers an indoor pool and luggage storage space. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bath. Guest rooms include a wardrobe. Guests at Quinta Funchal Gardens - Adults Only can enjoy a buffet breakfast. The accommodation offers 5-star accommodation with a hot tub and terrace. Marina do Funchal is 2 km from Quinta Funchal Gardens - Adults Only, while Girao Cape is 11 km away. Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport is 22 km from the property.

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  • 9 Quinta da Bela Vista Funchal, Portugal

    Quinta da Bela Vista

    ***** 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. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around 136 EUR.

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  • 10 Pestana Casino Park Hotel & Casino Funchal, Portugal

    Pestana Casino Park Hotel & Casino

    ***** 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. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around 98 EUR.

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  • 11 Hotel Quinta das Vistas Funchal, Portugal

    Hotel Quinta das Vistas

    ***** 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. Show full description Guest review score 6.7, rooms from around 140 EUR.

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  • 12 Quinta Jardins do Lago Funchal, Portugal

    Quinta Jardins do Lago

    ***** 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. Show full description Guest review score 9.6, rooms from around 950 EUR.

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

    Les Suites at The Cliff Bay - PortoBay

    ***** 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. Show full description Guest review score 9.5, rooms from around 575 EUR.

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  • 14 Quintinha Sao Joao Hotel & Spa Funchal, Portugal

    Quintinha Sao Joao Hotel & Spa

    ***** 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. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around 552 EUR.

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  • 15 The Vine Hotel Funchal, Portugal

    The Vine Hotel

    ***** 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, and a rooftop infinity pool. The spacious rooms are individually designed following the 4-seasons-of-the-year theme. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 608 EUR.

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  • 16 Barceló Funchal Oldtown Funchal, Portugal

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of Funchal. Well located in Funchal, Barceló Funchal Oldtown provides air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a terrace. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a restaurant. Show full description

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  • 17 Meliá Madeira Mare Funchal, Portugal

    Meliá Madeira Mare

    ***** 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. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 804 EUR.

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  • 18 Enotel Lido - All Inclusive Funchal, Portugal

    Enotel Lido - All Inclusive

    ***** 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. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around 225 EUR.

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  • 19 Pestana Grand Ocean Resort Hotel Funchal, Portugal

    Pestana Grand Ocean Resort Hotel

    ***** 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. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 126 EUR.

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  • 20 VidaMar Resort Hotel Madeira Funchal, Portugal

    VidaMar Resort Hotel Madeira

    ***** 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. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 515 EUR.

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  • 21 Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel Funchal, Portugal

    Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel

    ***** 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. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around 111 EUR.

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

    Pestana Royal All Inclusive Ocean & Spa Resort

    ***** 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. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around 160 EUR.

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  • 23 Pestana Madeira Beach Club Funchal, Portugal

    Pestana Madeira Beach Club

    ***** 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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