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
Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira
10/10 Excellent
"We had a wonderful stay at Reid's Palace. The staff went above and beyond, the hotel is stunning and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. "
Allegro Madeira - Adults Only - Member of Barceló Hotel Group
10/10 Excellent
"Great central location with lots of restaurants and ocean trails nearby. The breakfast buffet was excellent with lots to choose from and an egg and pancake cook."
"Newly renovated Or it seemed, A few pools and great free spa (not massges just amenities) Hotel convenience was excellent. Walk most places and local bus’s were plentiful as were tour bus’s at bottom of hill. Staff was fantastic and There is a mall just around the corner with a Pingo grocery store and clothing shops/fast food.. Last and certainly not least staff was excellent and attentive. Francisco at the front desk was a stand out, he went above and beyond and made our stay that much better."
"Overall experience was mixed with a few irritations. The hotel is below 4 star standard. The decor, with a contrived party theme is incredibly ugly, with stupid neon quotes, garish colours, plastic ducks and non stop video of parties. When we were there, average customer age was at best in the 40s. Clearly not appropriate. Rooms are of a good size and comfortable with, for us, very nice sea view. But, again, a number of small things not right, ie no cupboard for clothes, shower overflowing easily and, for us, audible noise from the party music on the top floor bar. Breakfast could be nice but juices are artificial and vile. The only coffee available is awful instant coffee. Finally, most of the time, lobby was empty of staff. It could be much better but, for what it is, it was mediocre value for money."
"Excellent stay all round.
Loved this hotel, the location and the staff.
The breakfast was great and the spa facilities exceptional.
Highly recommended - I can’t wait to return! "
