The Madeira Islands are a stunning archipelago in the middle of the Atlantic — a place of lush greenery and rugged mountains 1,000km from the European mainland. where you can hike in the morning, surf in the afternoon, and finish your day in a fine restaurant where the breathtaking view is complemented by unforgettable Mediterranean or traditional Madeira cuisine.
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4.5 based on 3658 reviews
Located in the heart of Funchal, on the south coast of Madeira Island, 30 minutes from Madeira International Airport and 5 minutes from the city center, Enotel Lido Madeira is close to Funchal's most popular attractions, events and entertainment options. Venture out and discover the charms of the Lido Promenade, located just steps from the hotel, relax in one of 317 charming 5-star accommodations and savor the best of gastronomy with our exclusive All Inclusive system. Have fun with the leisure options for adults and children and enjoy the therapies and treatments at the Spa.
We have just arrived back from a lovely week in madeira. The hotel is in a good location not far from the airport and close to Funchal. The rooms are very spacious with lovely views. The food was good, drinks were good and the entertainment although not always to our taste was on every night. The staff are absolutely lovely very helpful and friendly. The pool was heated and the sunbeds and pool area are very claen. We would go back to this hotel anytime. Thank you for a nice stay.
4 based on 1835 reviews
The Pestana Royal is an All Inclusive hotel (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and domestic beverages) located in Funchal, Madeira. It sits 2 minutes on foot from Formosa beach, the city's largest beach, with panoramic views of the Cabo Girão hillside, 10 minutes from Funchal’s city centre (by car). During your stay, you can enjoy 2 outdoor swimming pools, an open-air solarium, a SPA with indoor swimming pool, gym and 3 treatment rooms where you can book you Magic SPA treatment/massage. The youngsters can have fun at the Kid's Club, while the adults play pool, mini golf or use the tennis court. The hotel offers 4 restaurants (1 open buffet for all meals and 3 themed restaurants), promenades and 2 bars. All of them have a very relaxed atmosphere, this being one of the main features of this resort. All rooms offer pleasant views, flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi.
Let's start with the good things: The room was nice (paid for a sea view), the bed was fine and we had no bother getting a sun bed, even when rocking up at 1030. I liked the clientel - mostly French, Portuguese, UK and German. A mix of age groups and not too many kids. Now for the rest..... Firstly, I agree - it is not 5 star standard. I'm always happy with all inclusive as I usually like local wine and beer - the alcohol at this hotel was not at all enjoyable. I did like how bottles of water were freely available however. I also agree that the staff are miserable, particularly at the front desk. There was one lady who was nice, others were rude and sarcastic. For anybody who suggests that the restaurant is suitable for vegeterian and vegan, I would ask how they figured this out? The food is not always labelled, and when it is it says something like "pasta" rather than the ingredients. There are no vegetarian or vegan signs and no idea what the ingredients are. For example "vegetable soup" - made with chicken stock perhaps? Once I went to have the "pasta with tomato" and found the main ingredient to be Tuna! The chickpea curry had shrimp in it too. Special meals can be reserved - we were allowed two. The "Aisan Night" was sold out upon our arrival so didn't get to try that. The pizza night we did book but it was so disappointing - a massive cheese fest which took an hour to arrive, with some weird black sawdust on the base. The dining hall is a nightmare. The tables are so close together and there is one small counter to get hot food, whilst salad and bread are separate. Masks are not required and the hand sanitiser was empty for 5 days of the 8 we stayed. People make their way in through a passage in the middle of the tables and are constantly gawping at what each other are eating whilst coughing. In the end we came only for breakfast (go early) and avoided all other meals. With that and the avoidance of the disgusting alcohol, there was not much point in being all inclusive. I won't be coming back to Madeira based on this one trip to this one hotel. I would advise anybody who's considering coming here to pack a mask for all communal areas, but mainly, if you have dietary requirements.... DON'T BOTHER.
4.5 based on 1198 reviews
Inspired by nature! Surrounded by palm trees, manicured lawns, and native flowers, the Four Views Oasis is perfectly positioned on the edge of the spectacular Atlantic Ocean, in Caniço de Baixo, near the Reis Magos beach. Enjoy a relaxing sea breeze as you relax on your room’s balcony and find a true inner sense of peace and tranquillity. Sustainable, clean, green, and bright, the Four Views Oasis was purposely designed with today’s health-conscious traveller in mind.
I am going to begin with just 2 tiny negatives - beds were quite hard (my opinion) and the breakfast coffee machine is dreadfully slow! Now the positives - the staff were all amazing, friendly and eager to assist. Joao in the restaurant was lovely. Talking of the restaurant, we never found ourselves short of something to eat. The breakfast selection was plentiful - cold meats, cheeses, breads, freshly cooked omelette, cereals, fruits and the good old bacon, sausage and eggs etc. Lunch and dinner were equally plentiful and was never repeated in our week there. The freshly carved legs of lamb on our last evening was to die for! Our room was spacious and clean, the bathroom was massive with the best and most powerful shower ever. Hand soap and shower gel were supplied. Mini fridge also in the room and bottles of still water supplied daily. We booked a side sea view room but we actually had a full sea view. The pool area was clean with plenty of sunbeds which people did not reserve which made finding somewhere to sit, at all times of the day, easy. The sunbed cushions were regularly sprayed with antibacterial spray. The gardens and grounds were beautifully kept and the spa and indoor pool were lovely. The courtesy bus made getting into and back from Funchal very easy and was prompt. This was our first visit to Madeira and staying here made our trip all the nicer. We would not hesitate to recommend a stay and we will most definitely be making a return visit. A huge thank-you to all - especially the entertainment staff who were so lovely and always stopped to have a chat without being pushy.
4.5 based on 2507 reviews
Renovated in 2022, the Hotel Riu Madeira, in Caniço de Baixo, offers an unforgettable 24-hour All-Inclusive experience. It is located between impressive cliffs and incredible panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, making it the perfect place to live an unforgettable experience on the island of eternal spring. The hotel offers 327 bright and comfortable rooms with free WiFi. These are designed to guarantee your rest next to Praia dos Reis Magos. You can cool off in its 2 outdoor pools with ocean views and sun terraces, or bath all year round in the indoor pool. There is also a children's pool for the little ones. In the Ocean's Care wellness center you can recharge and relax. Besides, the hotel has a fun daytime and evening entertainment program for children and adults. Enjoy a delicious gastronomic proposal in the gourmet restaurant with à la carte dishes, and in the main restaurant with a terrace and buffet with live cooking stations. During the 24 hours you can enjoy snacks and drinks in the 2 hotel bars which are located in the lobby and near the pool. Discover this beautiful Portuguese island at the hands of RIU Hotels & Resorts.
We visited Riu Madeira as a couple in June 2022 and it had recently been renovated. The rooms are modern and spacious, and the lobby and bar areas are lovely. Staff were attentive and polite, and they were happy to help us with booking onto the shuttle bus to Funchal and booking us into the Kulinarium restaurant. There isn’t much going on in the hotel during the day, sometimes the animation team ran activities like aqua aerobics and bingo, so we enjoyed taking a couple of day trips out to Funchal on the shuttle. We were also lucky to book into the a la carte restaurant twice during our week-long stay, but we know others weren’t able to get a reservation, despite them looking a week or so in advance. The evening entertainment was ok, but we preferred having drinks in the main bar area and keeping to ourselves. There are plenty sunbeds and the pool area was never overly busy, even during half term week. The pool bar is perfect and handy to get snacks during the day. We also booked a massage and facial in the hotel spa with a therapist called Ana, who was very friendly and did an excellent job. The treatments were a great price and very relaxing. In summary, Riu Madeira is a quiet, peaceful hotel with lovely staff and great food and drinks. Would recommend you to make the most of the free shuttle busy to Funchal and look into day trips around Madeira, as we were a little bored after a few days.
4.5 based on 3818 reviews
The Pestana Porto Santo hotel is a 5-star all inclusive beach resort, on the island of Porto Santo, Madeira. It is located on Portugal's best beach, the Porto Santo beach, with 9 km of fine sand and warm water. Just 1 minute on foot from the beach, this hotel also offers 2 large swimming pools surrounded by 30,000 m² of gardens. Guests can enjoy its 3 restaurants and 3 bars, as well as a Spa area with a heated swimming pool, water jets, sauna, Turkish bath, Hamman and gym. And for the little ones, the hotel has sports fields and game rooms. The rooms are decorated with blue ocean hues and each has a flat-screen TV and balcony.
What a great holiday we had at the Pestana. We’d mentioned it was our honeymoon and we were given an upgraded room, it was fabulous! A massive king size bed, separate shower, balcony and separate sitting room. We did not expect that at all. The staff were all fantastic, always smiling and helpful. Our maid was a lovely lady who kept our room spotless. We met Francisco, a waiter in the Columbus hotel ( the sister hotel available for Pestana guests to use), he worked so hard and was very friendly and helpful, a lovely German waitress who did not stop smiling and went out of her way for us everyday. Octavius the bar manager in the Columbus hotel was fantastic, although he did ply us with drinks, filling our glasses non stop! He was so nice. The front of house lady with a short blond Bob was absolutely lovely as was the manager, both very helpful and friendly, always stopping and giving us the time of day. The pool area was always spotless and so beautiful! There were plenty of sun beds, we never had trouble finding one. The children that were staying at the resort had plenty to do and there was always evening entertainment. My husband loved all the food on offer ( I’m too fussy) he had a great time and put on half a stone!! We took a 2 mile walk along the beach, glorious golden sands, everyday, it was fantastic! We met some wonderful people, especially Gail and Phil who made our holiday. Everyone was so friendly, the atmosphere was great. A lot of people had returned again and again. On the whole we had a fantastic honeymoon, thank you to all the Pestana and Colombia hotel staff, you were great!!!
4 based on 1419 reviews
If you’re looking for a family-friendly hotel in Calheta, look no further than Calheta Beach. While staying at Calheta Beach, visitors can check out Sociedade de Engenhos da Calheta (0.1 mi) and Calheta Madeira Portogallo (1.7 mi), some of Calheta's top attractions. Calheta Beach is a family-friendly hotel offering a flat screen TV, a refrigerator, and air conditioning in the rooms, and it is easy to stay connected during your stay as free internet access is offered to guests. The hotel features room service. Plus, guests can enjoy a pool and free breakfast, which have made this a popular choice among travelers visiting Calheta. Travelers looking to enjoy some shrimp can head to Restaurant New Era. Otherwise, you may want to check out a Mediterranean restaurant such as Restaurante Convento das Vinhas, Manifattura Di Gelato, or Restaurant New Era. Should time allow, Sugar Cane Factory, Casa das Mudas Arts Center, and Mudas Contemporary Art Museum are some popular attractions that are within walking distance. The staff at Savoy Calheta Beach looks forward to serving you during your upcoming visit.
We have just returned from a week at this hotel and we had a great time,the hotel is very clean and we had a lovely big room with a sea view. The food was good and you can literally eat alday long if you like with the snack bar open from 10 till 6 everyday with fresh sandwiches, pastries, burgers,hotdogs,cakes and lots more ,the ice reams are lovely and available alday also.The drinks were good the wine was lovely and the cocktails were amazing we never had to wait long at the bar.The hotel is very relaxed and everyone was very friendly We used the sauna,steamroom and indoor pool all very accessible just off from the main pool they also had an impressive gym but we did not use,yes the pool was cold but didn't stop us from swimming in it everyday lovely once you got in. There was entertainment every night but we preferred to sit on our balcony with a few drinks.There was not really any day time entertainment the animation team only spoke to us once the whole stay .There is a supermarket over the road and a chemist.I can not express how beautiful this place is will definitely return.
4 based on 4436 reviews
The Pestana Casino Park is a 5-star hotel in Funchal, Madeira, surrounded by 15,000 m² of private gardens. Designed by world-renowned master architect Óscar Niemeyer, this hotel is adjacent to the Funchal bay cruise port. Plus, it is only 5 minutes on foot from the city centre and the epicentre of the city's social and cultural life. Its privileged location on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean makes it one of the most famous hotels on the island of Madeira. It features an infinity swimming pool, gardens with peaceful alcoves, a private car park available for a fee, a Spa where you can schedule a massage and/or Magic Spa treatment, and an indoor swimming pool with water jets, jacuzzi, Turkish bath, sauna and gym. You can enjoy four restaurants and bars with views overlooking the tennis court and access to the Casino da Madeira, with games, shows and a nightclub. All rooms have Wi-Fi and a private balcony.
Just returned from a week at the Pestana casino hotel such a great hotel …friendly staff…huge rooms we had a suite which overlooked the marina & Funchal with amazing views. Nice breakfast lots of choice. My daughter loved the indoor pool and spa & the rooftop pool is gorgeous with fab views albeit a bit cold! The location is ideal as a short walk into Funchal with lots of choice of restaurants.shops & bars! The old town is lovely & just a two minute walk out of the hotel& left you have peters supermarket & fab restaurants…the Casal da Penha which is a must to visit! Amazing food and service! Definitely be back and would stay here again.
4.5 based on 2475 reviews
Cradled against an oceanfront hillside and located in a quiet and sunny suburb of Funchal, within approx 2km from the city centre, the renovated Hotel Savoy Gardens (ex-Vila Ramos), renowned for the provision of friendly and personalised service, offers amazing mountain and sea views across lush verdant plantations. The Savoy Gardens is a friendly boutique-style hotel that provides its guests a modern feel and a traditional quality. All 119 completely renovated rooms include 9 suites. All have their own furnished balcony and are equipped with air-conditioning, direct dial telephone, flat screen TV set with interactive TV, FREE internet wireless system, tea and coffee making facilities, safety box and mini-bar, plus a fully equipped bathroom with bathtub, shower and hairdryer.The elegant and new interiors are all designed in soft colours with excellent materials to create a relaxing atmosphere throughout the hotel. The Savoy Gardens Hotel features the Restaurant Laurissilva, serving a daily buffet breakfast and themed Buffet dinners with cooking station. In a reserved cosy area, this restaurant also features a elegant a la carte dinner service. The Cica cocktail bar serving evening cocktails and the Palmeira bar serving snacks, hot and fresh drinks throughout the day as well as a daily suggestion of healthy and delicious light dishes for lunch. One outdoor freshwater heated swimming pool, a panoramic rooftop 360º view terrace with sun-lounges, jacuzzi, shower and self-service bar - the ideal location to spot the daily arrivals and departures of cruise liners in Funchal's harbour. Some of the facilities are also located in the lower-ground floor, such as the Spa with themed and seasonal promotions and special spa packages, the hairdresser, a games and TV room with internet desk and the Night Club Magnolia with nightly live music and entertainment. The Savoy Gardens Hotel is a new concept in Adults Only accommodation. Conceived as a place for rest and fun specially dedicated for those seeking a relaxing although extravagant vacation: unique experiences, amazing entertainment programmes, personalised service and attention to detail and all the commodities and services of a hotel for guests over 16 years of age.
We enjoyed our time at this hotel. Very comfortable with beautiful sea views. Very long walk down to Funchal/old town and more so coming back having to walk up the steep roads which was fine for us but not for less mobile. Food was little cold for me and not enough choice especially at the evening meal. A la Carte restaurant was really lovely shame only able to visit once in the 10 days. Pool cold but lovely once your in. Staff very friendly and rooms nice and spacious. Visited lots of places like Monte Palace and also went up in cable car and down on toboggans which was great fun. Nun valley & highest peak were breathtaking but have to ensure you visit on a clear day. The scenery is beautiful and Madeira's people are so lovely. Will return but maybe on B&B next time.
4 based on 3023 reviews
The Pestana Ocean Bay all inclusive is an hotel located in Funchal, Madeira. It is located 1 minute on foot from Formosa beach with panoramic views of the Câmara de Lobos hillside. It offers an outdoor swimming pool with a jacuzzi, a Health Club with sauna, Turkish bath, gym and game room and a playground. For dining, we offer one restaurant and 2 bars. Take advantage of our free transfers to the centre of Funchal. All rooms face the sea and each has a balcony and Wi-Fi.
Nice, quiet friendly place for holiday. Rooms with small kitchen. Very friendly and kind staff of the hotel. When the wheather is hot, there are two plages suitable for bath and swimming. Close to Funchal centre. Courtesy hotel bus into Funchal. Just hundred meters from hotel Aerportbus stop.
4.5 based on 1185 reviews
The Pestana Porto Santo hotel is a 5-star all inclusive beach resort, on the island of Porto Santo, Madeira. It is located on Portugal's best beach, the Porto Santo beach, with 9 km of fine sand and warm water. Just 1 minute on foot from the beach, this hotel also offers 2 large swimming pools surrounded by 30,000 m² of gardens. Guests can enjoy its 3 restaurants and 3 bars, as well as a Spa area with a heated swimming pool, water jets, sauna, Turkish bath, Hamman and gym. And for the little ones, the hotel has sports fields and game rooms. The rooms are decorated with blue ocean hues and each has a flat-screen TV and balcony.
Although we were originally booked into the Porto Santo sister hotel, which was very nice, we moved to this hotel for the last 5 days of our holiday. The photo's really don't do it justice. It has a completely different feel to the sister hotel and is slightly more luxurious and quieter. The hotel gardens are beautiful and the smell of lavender and rosemary wafts through the air as the day warms up. There is an enormous library and pool table on the first floor and a huge, bright and airy reception area. The hotel is spotlessly clean and everyone we met were friendly and smiling. The food was delicious and plentiful - a fish lovers paradise. The pools are immaculate and maybe slightly warmer than next door. The highlight for us (apart from the staff!) was the sea view from the room - stunning. The rooms themselves were beautifully decorated, large, modern and to be able to sit in the bath and see the ocean was wonderful. Also to lay in bed at night and hear the waves lapping against the shore with the cicada's in the background was magical. A big shout out to Octavio, Nereda and Anna who made our stay that extra bit more special. All three made valiant attempts to try teach us some Portuguese! They were not only wonderfully friendly and hardworking but truly made us feel very special despite our poor attempts at speaking Portuguese! Thank you! To be honest all of the staff were brilliant and I am sorry if I have forgotten your names, but all are a credit to the hotel. We were incredibly fortunate to enjoy the best of 'both worlds' and we cannot fault either hotel. For service, cleanliness, beautiful setting and excellent value for money, you cannot go wrong. We will be back!
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