Madeira Island Travel Guide

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Madeira Island
Madeira Island
Madeira Island
Madeira Island
Madeira Island

Madeira Island Travel Guide Video

Where to stay in Madeira Island

Aerial view of the Funchal old town - the capital of Madeira island during cloudy weather. Small houses with orange rooftops by the Atlantic ocean.

Old Town Funchal

If you're spending some time in Old Town Funchal, Funchal-Monte Teleferico and Funchal Farmers Market are top sights worth seeing.

Old Town Funchal
Sao Pedro

Sao Pedro

4.5/5(78 area reviews)

Sao Pedro is known for its colourful gardens, and you can plan a trip to Museum of Natural History and Quinta das Cruzes Museum while you're in town.

Sao Pedro
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Estrela da Calheta

Estrela da Calheta might not have many top sights, but Casa das Mudas Arts Center and 25 Fontes and Cascada da Risco are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Estrela da Calheta
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Imaculado Coracao de Maria

Visitors to Imaculado Coracao de Maria like its gardens and seaside views, and Quinta Palmeira is a sight worth a stop.

Imaculado Coracao de Maria
Santana

Santana

Visitors to Santana rave about its fantastic nightlife, breathtaking beach views and beautiful gardens. You might also want to make some time to see Madeira Theme Park or Pico Das Pedras while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Santana
São Roque

São Roque

São Roque is well liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Funchal area, you might plan a trip to Madeira Congress Center or Monte Palace Gardens.

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

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

5 out of 5
Avenida do Infante, 25 Funchal
The price is 10.541.768 ₫ per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
10.541.768 ₫
11.085.378 ₫ total
31 Mar - 1 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (679 reviews)
Breakfast menu was great. Amenities were fabulous. Rooms were clean and cleaning staff was great. I wish there was a hot tub and sauna available for families to use (it was available but for over 18 only).

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

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

Saccharum Resort

5 out of 5
Rua Serra de Água, 1 Calheta
The price is 7.320.613 ₫ per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
7.320.613 ₫
7.735.401 ₫ total
31 Mar - 1 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Calheta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Everything was perfect they are amazing people. The breakfast the rooms the workrs it was really perfect thank you guys for making the honeymoon more and more beauty

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Saccharum Resort
Dreams Madeira Resort Spa & Marina

Dreams Madeira Resort Spa & Marina

5 out of 5
Sitio da Piedade Machico Madeira
The price is 6.442.263 ₫ per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
6.442.263 ₫
6.821.771 ₫ total
27 Mar - 28 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Machico. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Madeira Whale Museum and Sao Lourenco Point ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (211 reviews)
Great hotel. The food in the speciality restaurants was excellent

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Dreams Madeira Resort Spa & Marina
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Village Cabo Girao

Village Cabo Girao

4 out of 5
Rua 1º de Julho, nº 2 Camara de Lobos
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Camara de Lobos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (227 reviews)
Wonderful quiet stay in a great area close to all major roads. Free shuttle service to 3 other restaurants and happy hour every night. Breathtaking views. Highly recommended ❤️

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Village Cabo Girao
Florasol Residence Hotel

Florasol Residence Hotel

3 out of 5
Estrada Monumental 306 Funchal
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Funchal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and on-site spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (217 reviews)
I wish there was a regular oven in addition to the microwave oven. Ocean view was great.

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Florasol Residence Hotel
Apartamentos Turisticos Atlantida

Apartamentos Turisticos Atlantida

4 out of 5
Rua Ivens 24 Funchal
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Funchal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Funchal Marina and Funchal ...
9/10 Wonderful! (189 reviews)
Great appartment. Friendly and helpful staff. Close to the port and other attractions. Definitely recommend!

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Apartamentos Turisticos Atlantida
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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