Central hotels in Funchal (Madeira) offer convenient access to key attractions, culinary delights, and unique cultural experiences. Visitors will find a diverse array of accommodations, ranging from elegant boutiques to renowned international chains, all designed to cater to varying preferences and budgets. With the stunning backdrop of coastal views and the lush mountains of Madeira, these hotels provide an ideal base for exploring the city. Each property reflects the charm of the region while ensuring comfort and excellent service, making them a popular choice among travelers seeking restful stays in the heart of Funchal.
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Top Hotels in Funchal (Madeira) City Centre
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Hotel Quinta Bela S Tiago
The charming Hotel Quinta Bela S Tiago Funchal, located about 5 minutes' walk from Funchal Toy Museum, offers 24-hour reception and wake-up service, along with views of the sea. Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, the 4-star hotel boasts a unique location and access to Farmers' Market, which is merely 0.7 km away.
The 57 rooms at this Funchal hotel include a private balcony and a dining area. Some of the rooms feature elegant decor furnished with a writing table. Along with coffee/tea making equipment, they also have free wireless internet to keep you entertained. Featuring a bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower, the bathrooms also come with shower caps and bath sheets.
The property is located in the immediate vicinity of Funchal cable car station.
Reid'S Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira
Offering classic rooms and Wi-Fi throughout the property, Reid'S Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira Funchal is 2 km from Sacred Art Museum of Funchal and 20 minutes' walk from Marina do Funchal. Located 1.8 km from Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption, this hotel offers views of the ocean and 3 outdoor swimming pools.
Reid'S Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira offers rooms with a balcony and a seating area featuring an air conditioner, along with an iPod dock and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. They are appointed with a writing desk, and also feature a mini-fridge-bar. Bathroom amenities include a bidet and a tub, along with comforts such as hair dryers and dressing gowns.
The nearest bus stop Hotel Reid's is 5 minutes' walk away.
Vidamar Resort Hotel Madeira
Offering a shared lounge, a piano, and a garden, the 5-star Vidamar Resort Hotel Madeira Funchal lies in a beach area of Funchal, around 25 minutes' walk from Marina do Funchal and 4.1 km from Madeira Botanical Garden. Located in the vicinity of Jardim Panoramico, the hotel features 4 outdoor swimming pools and a health club.
All of the soundproofed rooms are appointed with high-speed internet and cable channels along with a minibar fridge, and some of them include a veranda and a dining area. Air conditioning are featured for guests' comfort. Featuring a bidet, a walk-in shower, and a separate toilet, the bathrooms also come with a hair dryer and shower caps.
There is Hotel Girassol bus stop just a few steps from Vidamar Resort Hotel Madeira.
Pestana Ocean Bay Resort
Offering bicycles and buses for rent, as well as Wi-Fi throughout the property, the comfortable Pestana Ocean Bay Resort Funchal is 3.8 km from Marina do Funchal. Situated a short way from Praia Formosa and overlooking the lush garden, this Funchal hotel offers a traditional Hammam, a hot tub, and a sauna.
Guestrooms offer a balcony, along with a writing desk for guests' comfort. They are furnished with comfortable decor.
Pestana Ocean Bay Resort is also in the immediate vicinity of 25 - Estrada Monumental bus stop.
Pestana Promenade Ocean Resort Hotel
Located around 25 minutes on foot from Quinta Vigia Garden, the sophisticated 4-star Pestana Promenade Ocean Resort Hotel Funchal features Wi-Fi throughout the property and a car park on site. Staying at the smoke-free hotel, guests discover the business area in the vicinity of Forum Madeira Shopping Centre.
The hotel features 142 rooms with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and pay-per-view channels, as well as a mini-fridge-bar. An air conditioner are featured for guests' comfort. You can enjoy views of the sea.
For those travelling from afar, Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International airport is 24 minutes' drive away.
The Cliff Bay - Portobay Hotel
Offering a beauty salon and a lobby area, the premium Cliff Bay - Portobay Hotel Funchal lies in the Sao Martinho district of Funchal, 1.8 km from the contemporary indoor-outdoor mall "Forum Madeira Shopping Centre" and about 25 minutes' walk from Avenida do Mar. This 5-star smoke-free hotel, located 2.7 km from Madeira Story Center Interactive History Museum, boasts an outdoor pool along with a hot tub and a wellness facility.
The Cliff Bay - Portobay Hotel welcomes guests to 204 air-conditioned rooms. Some of them come with free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen cable TV along with tea/coffee making equipment. The en-suite bathrooms include a bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower, and such comforts as complimentary toiletries and dressing gowns. They offer views of the garden.
There is Hotel Cliff Bay Bes bus stop nearly a 5-minute walk away.
Buganvilia Studio Hotel
Offering spa therapy, chaise longues, and a shared lounge, the 3-star Buganvilia Studio Hotel Funchal lies in a tourist area of Funchal, just 0.7 km from Pure Atlantic Massage Spa and around a 20-minute walk from Quinta Vigia Garden. Located within reach of Jardim Panoramico, this Funchal hotel features an outdoor pool and an à la carte restaurant serving Mediterranean cuisine.
This smoke-free hotel features 130 rooms with a balcony and a dining area, furnished with a writing table. They come with a separate toilet and a shower along with such comforts as hairdryers and towels. Here you'll also find views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Buganvilia Studio Hotel is located 25 km from Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International airport and fairly close to CAM C Branca Buganvilia bus stop.
Portobay Santa Maria - Adults Only Hotel
Situated just 1.3 km from Marina do Funchal, the 4-star Portobay Santa Maria - Adults Only Hotel Funchal features Wi-Fi in public areas and parking on site. Offering an outdoor swimming pool, this smoke-free hotel is located in the old part of Funchal, in the vicinity of Universo de Memorias.
The 145 rooms at Portobay Santa Maria - Adults Only Hotel include a terrace and a veranda. Some of the rooms feature spacious decor furnished with a writing desk. Guests can make use of coffee/tea making facilities, and relax with complimentary Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Enjoy views of the garden, while staying at this Funchal hotel.
The property is within 5 minutes' walk of Funchal cable car.
Pestana Grand Ocean Resort Hotel
The prestigious 5-star Pestana Grand Ocean Resort Hotel Funchal, located within 5 minutes' walk of Forum Madeira Shopping Centre, features loungers, a shared lounge, and a garden. The luxurious hotel offers 177 rooms in a popular area of Funchal.
The non-smoking rooms at the luxury hotel are fitted with Wi-Fi and a flat-screen cable-TV, some of them feature large windows. Guests can make use of climate control along with a mini-fridge-bar. Enjoy views of the garden, while staying at this Funchal hotel.
This Funchal property is in the vicinity of Rua Ponta da Cruz D2A bus stop.
Royal Savoy - Ocean Resort - Savoy Signature
Situated just 1.4 km from the large castle "Sao Joao do Pico Fortress", the stunning 5-star Royal Savoy - Ocean Resort - Savoy Signature Funchal features Wi-Fi throughout the property and private car parking on site. The luxurious hotel also takes pride in offering 2 massage cabins, while being located within 20 minutes' walk of Sacred Art Museum of Funchal.
For your comfort, the comfortable rooms come with air conditioning. They are furnished with sound-proof windows, and modern amenities like a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and pay-per-view channels. The en suite bathrooms include a bidet, a tub, and a separate toilet, as well as comforts such as hair dryers and dressing gowns. Enjoy views of the ocean, while staying at this Funchal property.
11 - Avenida do Infante bus stop, offering a direct link to the city attractions and main places, is in close proximity to the hotel.
Enotel Lido
Offering 259 rooms with a scenic view of the oceanfront, Enotel Lido Funchal hotel boasts an enviable setting 10 minutes by car from Blandy's Wine Lodge Distillery. Guests have access to an outdoor swimming pool, a fully equipped workout room and Wi-Fi throughout the property.
The smoke-free property offers rooms with a balcony featuring air conditioning, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Furnished with a writing table, they also have sound-proofed windows. The en-suite bathrooms are fitted with slippers.
The bus stop Ocean Park is located a short way from this Funchal hotel.