Madeira

Reid's Palace

A Belmond Hotel.

Reid’s Palace perches above Funchal’s harbour with subtropical gardens tumbling to the Atlantic. Rooms feel classic, with balconies for sea air. Expect a superb spa, tennis, three pools, and polished dining with afternoon tea rituals. The vibe is gracious, sunlit, and relaxed, perfect for promenades into town. 9.8

Les Suites at The Cliff Bay

Les Suites at The Cliff Bay is a petite, garden-linked collection of heritage houses in Funchal, overlooking the bay. Suites feel calm and contemporary, with a residential feel. Expect an infinity pool, Jacuzzi, spa access, and Avista dining, plus sea access via The Cliff Bay. Vibe: intimate, sunlit and restorative. 9.8

The Reserve

The Reserve is a hotel within Savoy Palace, occupying the upper floors on the Funchal waterfront, walkable to the old town. Suites feel contemporary and cocooning, some with private pools. Expect an exclusive rooftop infinity pool, personal assistants, Laurea Spa with indoor pools and saunas, plus refined dining. Vibe: serene, a truly elevated hotel experience. 9.8

Savoy Palace

Savoy Palace is Funchal’s glossy oceanfront grande dame, a short stroll from the old town and the marina. Rooms are sleek, with balconies catching Atlantic light. Expect a vast spa with indoor pools and sauna rituals, multiple outdoor pools, strong dining, and a rooftop bar. Vibe: upbeat, resort-polished, sociable too. 9.6

The Cliff Bay

The Cliff Bay is a classic Madeira favourite, perched on a promontory above Funchal with private sea access and Atlantic views. Rooms feel comfortable and quietly elegant. Expect multiple pools, a spa, tennis, and strong dining, including a Michelin-starred restaurant. The vibe is relaxed, sun-drenched, and reassuringly well run, day after day. 9.8

Casa Velha do Palheiro

A Relais & Chateaux Hotel.

Casa Velha do Palheiro is a country manor-house retreat in Madeira’s hills above Funchal, wrapped by historic gardens and close to Palheiro Golf. Rooms feel classic and quietly refined. Expect exceptional spa and gym, indoor and outdoor pools, and a terrace restaurant for exquisite local flavours. The vibe is country living luxe and beautifully romantic. 9.6

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