Madeira Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Ponta do Sol showing rugged coastline and a coastal town
Funchal showing mountains, a coastal town and a sunset
Camara de Lobos featuring a bay or harbour and a coastal town
Camara de Lobos featuring boating, general coastal views and a bay or harbour
Funchal featuring mist or fog, landscape views and general coastal views

Where to stay in Madeira Island

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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
Museum of Natural History which includes a city and street scenes

Sao Pedro

4.5/5(77 area reviews)

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

Sao Pedro
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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
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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 Santana Traditional Houses while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Santana
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Estrela da Calheta

Estrela da Calheta might not have many top sights, but 25 Fontes and Cascada da Risco and Paul do Mar Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Estrela da Calheta
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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 11.598.424 ₫ per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
11.598.424 ₫
12.187.037 ₫ total
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (625 reviews)
"Nice property, lovely beautiful room with a lovely bathroom. The rooms were wonderfully cleaned by housekeeping which we appreciated. Couple of things that popped up: 1. As we checked in, a couple queued after us and were given an immediate free upgrade to a superior ocean room but we didn’t nor ..."

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2025

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

Saccharum Resort

5 out of 5
Rua Serra de Água, 1, Calheta
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 8.631.386 ₫ per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
8.631.386 ₫
9.101.317 ₫ total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star 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! (944 reviews)
"Beautiful scenic property"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Saccharum Resort
Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira

Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira

5 out of 5
Estrada Monumental 139, Funchal
The price is 21.973.932 ₫ per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
21.973.932 ₫
22.978.110 ₫ total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (592 reviews)
"Incredible hotel! The staff is amazing. So friendly, helpful, and accommodating. The grounds, rooms, and views are stunning. The sea pool is beyond and the diving boards are so much fun. We brought our 8 month old and they provided a crib, stuffed animal, and adorable backpack. The staff was also ..."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira
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.
Dom Pedro Garajau

Dom Pedro Garajau

3 out of 5
Estrada do Garajau, 131, Santa Cruz
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly aparthotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.2/10 Good! (457 reviews)
Nice place for a few days
"Nice place. Welcoming/check in was ok, but not exceptional. No explanation on the wifi (just available in the lobby), the pools, and other services available to us. The room was clean but dated. No AC and no Wifi in the room."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Dom Pedro Garajau
Dorisol Mimosa Studio Hotel

Dorisol Mimosa Studio Hotel

3 out of 5
Rua da Casa Branca, Funchal, Madeira
Stay at this 3-star spa aparthotel in Funchal. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions CR7 Museum and Lido Bathing Complex ...
7.6/10 Good! (189 reviews)
"Parking is non-existent. Property required a steep uphill walk."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Dorisol Mimosa Studio Hotel
Pestana Casino Studios

Pestana Casino Studios

4 out of 5
Av. do Infante, nº9, Funchal, Madeira
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Funchal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions CR7 Museum and Estádio ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (60 reviews)
"Nous avons été bien reçu. La localisation est parfaite. Le déjeuner est bien. L’accès à l’hôtel à côté permet de profiter de la piscine et du spa."

Reviewed on 3 May 2025

Pestana Casino Studios
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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