If you like haggling for the best price, you might want to head out to Funchal Farmers Market in Old Town Funchal and take in the atmosphere. There are also lots of shops and restaurants in the area if you fancy a wander. Splash some more cash at Avenida do Mar, La Vie Shopping Center, and Arcadas Sao Francisco Shopping Center.
Explore the great outdoors at Madeira Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Santa Maria Maior. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Explore the great outdoors at Pico do Ariero, a lovely green space in Curral das Freiras. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its lively bars.
Check out reviews of Madeira Region hotels guests love
Saccharum Resort
10/10 Excellent
"This resort is amazing. The food alone is worth the visit. Beautiful rooms, pools and views. It seems designed more as a couples venue as the shower and toilets are glass walled but at least enough obscuring glass for some privacy. Could make a friends’ trip a bit awkward if you don’t know someone well. But still a brilliant place. "
"Editory is a great hotel. Located outside of Funchal, it was easy to walk to restaurants and shops. The location has a resort-like setting, and is very quite. We had a room with a balcony, which was nice. Our room was very clean and well appointed. The gym is small, but you can get a decent workout (cardio + free weights). Breakfast was good and had enough selection for most people."
"Great small hotel right in the centre of Funchal. Comfortable room and nice breakfast.
The Guest Relations coordinator, Carolina, is wonderful. She was so helpful, kind and patient. Listened to us and found the right tours and places for us to visit ant to eat. She is a total credit to the hotel. 🙏"
"We liked our room. Good size and enjoyed the side sea view from the balcony. (Might have paid for an upgrade but can’t remember) ok, the decor was quite dated but it added to the character of the place. The gardens were lovely and all the staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast wasn’t the highlight of the day but you won’t starve and the price was very reasonable compared to hotels in Funchal. Would stay again."
Allegro Madeira - Adults Only - Member of Barceló Hotel Group
6/10 Okay
"I wouldn’t give this hotel a 4-star rating and as a 3-star it was adequate but too expensive. We booked a junior suite and asked for a room on a higher floor but instead were assigned a cramped room on the 1st floor with a small shower for clients with mobility impairment. After some assertive persuasion we got a room on a 2nd floor which was more spatious and bright but with 2 twin beds instead of a queen bed. We also didn’t get a parking spot even though we arrived before noon and there were empty spots.
On a positive note breakfast buffet had plenty of fruits, eggs and cheese and a few versions of egg dishes. Pancakes were also tasty. The bed and pillows were very comfortable and blackout curtains were adequate."
