Funchal is the capital of Madeira and is well worth a visit. In the lower part of Funchal can spot dolphins during a boat trip. The promenade of the harbor and the colorful market of Funchal are perfect for a relaxing stroll. What you can not miss of course in Funchal is the cable car to the upper Monte. From the funicular you have stunning views over the city. And Monte you can enjoy the botanical and tropical gardens.
DOCTOR IN Hotel Conde Carvalhal is located in a restored mansion just 750 meters from the old town of Funchal. The 18 rooms at the hotel have bright, modern furnishings and wooden floors. Some rooms have an equipped kitchenette and a terrace. The suites are located in the original mansion. The studios you can find again in the modern annex. It offers from the botanical garden and terrace a splendid view of the sea, city and mountains. Breakfast is served with home-grown, organic herbal teas and fruit.
read moreQuinta Sao Goncalo is located in a Mediterranean mansion surrounded by tropical gardens with fruit trees. The center of Funchal is a ten minute drive from the hotel and the beach in minutes. Golfing can be on the golf courses of Palheiro and Santo da Serra located half an hour from the hotel. The five rooms and suites at Quinta São Gonçalo offer views of the surrounding banana trees or the sea. All rooms have wooden floors, private bathrooms and fresh flowers. You can relax in the gardens. Breakfast is served on the veranda and includes Madeiran bread and fresh fruit.
read moreThe Quinta da Casa Branca is not really a small hotel in Funchal but a very charming boutique hotel in an elegant mansion. It is 2 kilometers from the center of Funchal and 11 minutes walk from the beach. The Quinta da Casa Branca is surrounded by extensive gardens with subtropical trees. The 49 rooms have a private balcony or terrace overlooking the gardens. The hotel has a heated pool, a spa area with sauna, steam room and hot tub, and two restaurants. On the terrace you can dine in the open air. Staff can arrange for your nice private tours by jeep around the island.
read moreA Casa do Caseiro provides a stately residence with panoramic views over the bay of Funchal. Monte is a great choice if you like botanical gardens, hiking and trekking. The guest house is just over two kilometers from the center of Funchal. The guest house has eight elegant rooms with private bathroom and a balcony. A Casa Do Caseiro is surrounded by lush gardens where you can enjoy a dip in the outdoor pool. Do Caseiro It also has a solarium, a snack bar and a barbecue. Also you can use the fully equipped kitchen.
read moreCasa do Papagaio Verde is an eight minute walk from the beach and ten minutes from the center of Funchal. Just over an hour drive you can find entertainment area Serra de Água where Poncha is served, the local drink of Madeira. Casa do Papagaio Verde has eight studios that are equipped with a private bathroom. The rooms face south and have a wide view of the sea. There is an outdoor pool surrounded by a lush garden. Less than two kilometers from the Papagaio Verde you will find several local restaurants.
read moreResidencial Mariazinha by Petit Hotel is located in a renovated building in the typical style of Madeira. It is located in the heart of Funchal, just 300 meters from the St. James Fort and Electricity Museum. The beach is less than a minute walk away. The ten warmly decorated rooms and suites at Residencial Mariazinha have a seating area and a private bathroom. The guest house features a traditional courtyard. Every day we serve a delicious breakfast in the lounge. In good weather you can enjoy a drink on the terrace.
read moreSão Francisco Accommodation is housed in a beautifully restored building and is a five minute walk from the harbor and twelve minutes from the beach. Shopping La Vie is a five minute walk from São Francisco Accommodation. The guest house offers nine modern rooms that are equipped with all comforts including private bathroom with shower. Some rooms have a balcony or patio. The guest house offers bicycle rental, excursions as levada walks and get some nice tips about the sights in Funchal.
read moreQuinta das Malvas - Quinta de Santa Luzia is located on a beautiful estate on the outskirts of Funchal. Marina do Funchal is located in Santa Luzia 1.5 kilometers away. Santa Luzia is a great choice if you love hiking, nature and good food. It offers a lovely spacious room with a bathroom. Here you have fantastic views over the gardens, the vineyard, the city of Funchal and the sea. You can relax in the lounge after a long day. Enjoy a cup of coffee overlooking the sea or mountains. The entire ground floor is accessible and free to use as the shared kitchen.
read moreQuintinha Sao Joao is a magnificent five-star hotel lying in a lush landscaped garden. The hotel is two kilometers from the Cathedral of Funchal and offers stunning views of downtown and the bay of Funchal. The 43 elegant rooms are spacious and equipped with all modern comforts and a private bathroom. Some rooms have a furnished private balcony overlooking the garden or the Bay of Funchal. The hotel has a spa and heated indoor and outdoor pools. The hotel also offers 2 bars and a restaurant.
read moreFazenda do Sousinha offers a nice house in a 100 year old, fully renovated barn with beautiful views of the ocean. It is run by a family, but in a very professional manner. It is a nice, non-touristy location in the district of Santo Antonio. In the vicinity there are banana trees and you can fish in the area and hiking. The accommodation is fully equipped including comfortable seating, sun terrace and balcony. Nearby you will find a nice bar where you can taste homemade Poncha.
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