The Beachfront Hotel Guide 
A list by Tomas Mazowski.
This guide was last updated in December 2022. Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Madeira Islands. I hope you will like it!
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1 Calheta Beach - All-inclusive - Savoy Signature Calheta, Portugal
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Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, this hotel is situated on the sandy Calheta Beach. It features indoor and outdoor pools, a spa and a gym. Each room has a private balcony.
All rooms and apartments at Savoy Calheta Beach - All Inclusive offer mountain or sea views. Each is equipped with satellite TV, minibar, and a work desk.
Local specialities and international dishes are served at Calheta and Onda Azul Restaurants. Rabaçal Bar features live music, while the Pôr do Sol Bar offers cocktails and overlooks the ocean.
Savoy Calheta Beach features a spa with a Turkish bath and sauna. It also offers full-body massages, hot stone-massages and a range of therapies based on marine algae.
More active guests can go for a swim in the outdoor pool, which is surrounded by palm trees. Guests who wish to keep up with their fitness routine can work out with cardiovascular equipment at the gym.
Savoy Calheta Beach is a 25-minute drive from Funchal. An airport shuttle is available. A supermarket is available next to the hotel.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around 153 EUR.
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2 Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club Santa Cruz, Portugal
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Boasting 400 meters of private sea front, this 5-star property offers spacious rooms all with balcony and views of the Atlantic and the Deserted Islands. There are 3 pools, 2 at the sea level with sea water and private access to the sea and 1 at the hotel level with heated water. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
Hotel Albatroz Madeira’s rooms have free tea and coffee making facilities and include nautical motifs and traditional hand-painted tile panels. Each bathroom has a double basin sink and includes a bathrobe with slippers.
Guests at the Albatroz can relax by the pools and enjoy the views over Santa Cruz Bay. It is also possible to play a game of tennis or to practice the swing at the Santo da Serra championship golf course, 2 km away.
The à la carte restaurant serves a Mediterranean menu as well as local dishes. The indoor area offers windows with stunning sea views. It is also possible to eat outdoors by the pool bar.
The 24-hour reception staff can arrange complementary airport shuttles to Madeira Airport, a 5-minute drive away. It is also possible to rent a car and drive up to Funchal, 20-minutes away. Free parking is available. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around 236 EUR.
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3 Saccharum - Hedonist Design Resort Calheta, Portugal
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A luxurious 5-star design hotel sitting on Calheta Beach, between Madeira Mountains and the Atlantic Ocean, Saccharum - Resort & Spa - Savoy Signature features a rooftop infinity pool and conference rooms.
Each room has the design of a local artist, based on the theme of the sugar cane. Guests can also enjoy the comfort of a self-catering apartment.
The Saccharum - Resort & Spa - Savoy Signature Resort & Spa features a buffet restaurant, an à la carte restaurant and summer terraces, in addition to barbecue facilities. Four bars complete the offer.
Guests can spend their day on site, using the squash court, a playroom for children and the heated indoor pool. For warmer days, 2 outdoor swimming pools are available with large sun terraces.
Calheta Marina is 20 metres from the Saccharum - Resort & Spa - Savoy Signature Resort & Spa, and Funchal city centre is 34 km away.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around 153 EUR.
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4 Enotel Sunset Bay Ponta do Sol, Portugal
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Located in the picturesque village of Ponta do Sol, Enotel Sunset Bay overlooks the Atlantic Ocean just opposite a pebble beach with ocean-side jogging path. It features a heated pool with children area.
Rooms at Enotel Sunset Bay have views of the beach, the bay or the church, some from private balconies, others from floor-to-ceiling windows. The contemporary ambience is complemented by a TV set with cable channels.
The A.mar Restaurant serves typical Madeira dishes, prepared with seasonal produce from the island. Guests can also enjoy sitting on the terrace while sipping drinks from the cocktail bar.
Funchal and Madeira’s International Airport are located 20 km from the Enotel Sunset Bay. WiFi access is free on public areas and complimentary parking is available.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 81 EUR.
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5 Hotel Vila Bela Porto da Cruz, Portugal
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Located on the idyllic island Madeira, Vila Bela is just 100 meters away from beach Praia da Alagoa. Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, this hotel has access to a communal outdoor pool adjacent to the Porto da Cruz promenade.
The rooms of Vila Bela offer a bathroom with bath, a flat-screen satellite TV and a balcony. Some of the rooms feature sea view, while other rooms overlook the island’s mountains.
With views of the Atlantic Ocean, the restaurant of this hotel serves an a la carte menu of local cuisine. A range of snacks and local drinks are offered in the hotel’s bar.
Madeira International Airport is just 15 minutes away by airport shuttle and Machico is a 10-minute drive. Golf club Clube de Golf do Santo da Serra can be found within 13 km from hotel Vila Bela. Praia da Alagoa is the best place to have a surf experience. Surfing lessons can be arranged at the Calhau Surf School, property of the Hotel Vila Bela.
Guest review score 8.5
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6 Sentido Galosol Caniço, Portugal
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This beach resort in Caniço, Madeira offers a gym, massage services and beauty treatments. It has 4 restaurants, 3 pools and panoramic sea views. Funchal’s centre is a 20-minute drive away.
The rooms at the 4-star Galo Resort Hotel Galosol have a balcony with panoramic sea views. They also have air conditioning, satellite TV and a private bathroom with toiletries. All rooms have free WiFi access.
Guests can enjoy a range of relaxation treatments at the spa, including stone massages, pedicures and manicures. They can also attend aerobics or yoga classes and anti-stress programs. A diving centre is also available.
The Hotel Galosol also features a restaurant which serves local and international cuisine which can be enjoyed on the terrace overlooking the ocean.
The Galo Resort is a 20-minute drive from Madeira Airport and offers free parking onsite.
Guest review score 8.5
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7 Hotel Costa Linda Porto da Cruz, Portugal
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Located on one of the most beautiful coasts in the north-east of Madeira, this hotel is surrounded by breathtaking landscapes of the sea and the volcanic mountains.
Costa Linda is located on the seafront side of the village of Porto da Cruz, where you can enjoy a public swimming pool of sea water, located in the bay about to 30 meters from the hotel. If you prefer a beach, there is one approximately 100 metres away. This is one of the few sand beaches on the island and is considered by many as one of the best beaches for the practice of surfing.
At Hotel Costa Linda, you can rest and enjoy both the sea and the mountains from the balcony of your room. If you prefer you can also sit down and chat or read in our common living room with a fabulous view overlooking the sea.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around 47 EUR.
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8 Hotel Orca Praia Funchal, Portugal
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Situated on a cliff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and a sandy beach, this hotel is 6 km from the centre of Funchal. It features an outdoor pool with panoramic views and spacious guestrooms with private balconies.
Rooms at the Hotel Orca Praia have stylish furnishings and a seating area with satellite TV. They come equipped with a small refrigerator, on request, and a private bathroom with solar-heated hot water and a hairdryer.
In the morning, the hotel serves a buffet breakfast with fresh pastries and juice. There is a cocktail bar and a restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows that serves international cuisine.
Guests can enjoy an aromatherapy massage at the spa, or rent a bicycle and explore the seaside. There is also a games room with billiards and table tennis.
Hotel Orca Praia is 2 km from the fishing village Camara de Lobos. Madeira Airport is 15 km away. The hotel offers 24-hour front desk service and free on-site public parking.
Guest review score 8.3,
rooms from around 161 EUR.
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9 Hotel Porto Santo & Spa Porto Santo, Portugal
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Situated in Porto Santo, this hotel is on a sandy beach. It has an infinity edge pool with views of the Atlantic Ocean, and offers air-conditioned accommodation.
Rooms and villas at the Hotel Porto Santo & Spa come equipped with a cable TV. Some rooms feature a private garden or a balcony with panoramic views.
In the morning Hotel Porto Santo & Spa serves a buffet breakfast. The hotel has a restaurant that offers traditional Portuguese dishes. There is also a beach bar that serves refreshing beverages.
Guests can play mini golf and table tennis on site. Nearby leisure activities include canoeing, hiking, and windsurfing.
The Hotel Porto Santo & Spa is located less than 3 km from Porto Santo Airport. The hotel offers 24-hour front desk service and free public parking is possible on site.
Guest review score 8.3,
rooms from around 60 EUR.
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10 Hotel Torre Praia Porto Santo, Portugal
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Situated on the golden sandy beach of Vila de Porto Santo, this 4-star hotel provides a sauna, massage treatments and an outdoor pool. The chic, modern rooms lead onto balconies.
The rooms are spacious and bright, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows. Some have picturesque views over the beach and the Atlantic Ocean.
Guests can enjoy a workout in the gym or a game of squash on the court. For relaxation, Hotel Torre Praia provides a hot tub and a library. Free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour reception are also offered.
Hotel Torre Praia has 2 on-site restaurants. With both located by the beach, guests can sample regional, Italian and international dishes while admiring the panoramic view. The snack bar by the pool offers light snacks and drinks.
The Torre Praia provides free parking and a car rental service as well.
Guest review score 8.3
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11 Pestana Royal All Inclusive Ocean & Spa Resort Funchal, Portugal
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Pestana Royal is an All-Inclusive hotel located in Funchal, with panoramic views of Cabo Girão's slope and at a 2-minute walk from Formosa Beach. The property is a 10-minute drive from the Funchal city centre.
Featuring a private bathroom, each of the 324 rooms comes with a view, flat-screen TV and free WiFi access. Some of the rooms also feature a balcony.
The hotel has 1 buffet restaurant, which is open during all meals and 3 themed restaurants, which alternate being open at dinner time. The property also has terraces and 2 bars, where guests can enjoy a drink or cocktail within a relaxed atmosphere.
Guests can also enjoy 2 outdoor swimming pools, SPA with indoor pool, gym and 3 treatment rooms where guests can book SPA treatments and massages. Younger guests can play in the children's playground or in the Kids Club, while adults can enjoy a game of billiards, mini golf or use of the tennis court.
CR7 Museum is 4.8 km away, while the Funchal Marina is within 6.3 km. The nearest airport is Madeira Airport, 22 km from the property.
Guest review score 8.0,
rooms from around 160 EUR.
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12 Vila Baleira Porto Santo Porto Santo, Portugal
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Vila Baleira Resort All Inclusive boasts an outdoor swimming pool, sauna and a spa offering anti-stress treatments. Located in Porto Santo, it has direct tunnel access to Baleira Talassa and the medicinal sands of Porto Santo Beach.
Each room is airy and fitted with glass sliding doors, all of which open onto a private balcony. All rooms are air-conditioned and feature satellite TV and comfortable armchairs.
Vila Baleira Resort All Inclusive boasts a sunny indoor pool area lined with large windows. Guests can also enjoy access to a wide range of facilities such as an indoor swimming pool, shops, conference rooms, a kids' club, a games room and an amphitheater.
Atlantic Restaurant serves a varied menu, while a tropical cocktail or apéritif can be enjoyed in the Navegador Bar. Light snacks and salads are available at the Beach Club.
Guest review score 7.9,
rooms from around 96 EUR.
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13 Dom Pedro Madeira Machico, Portugal
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Situated on the island of Madeira, the Dom Pedro Madeira is located on the beach of Machico Bay. It has a spacious seawater pool and offers rooms with satellite TV and free Wi-Fi is available in public areas.
Dom Pedro rooms have private bathrooms and modern wood furnishings. They come equipped with a telephone and a work desk. Some rooms feature balconies with panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Baía de Zarco Restaurant overlooks the bay and serves fresh seafood and international cuisine. The hotel also has a piano bar that serves tea and provides live entertainment.
The hotel offers an on-site dive centre and nearby leisure activities include snorkelling and windsurfing, and there is an outdoor children's pool.
The Dom Pedro Madeira is less than a 10-minute drive from Madeira Airport. The hotel has a 24-hour front desk and free public parking is possible on site.
Guest review score 7.6,
rooms from around 55 EUR.
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14 Pestana Colombos Premium Club - All Inclusive Porto Santo, Portugal
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Offering outdoor and indoor swimming pools, the luxurious 5-star Pestana Colombos Premium Club - All Inclusive also features a restaurant. The unit is just steps from the golden sands of Porto Santo Beach.
The resort has deluxe rooms, suites and apartments available. Rooms are open areas, featuring a large bathtub in the corner, next to the bed. The suites are very spacious and feature a seating area with a sofa. The large apartments have 2 bedrooms and a dining area as well, along with a living room and a full kitchen. All accommodation comes with a flat-screen cable TV, full bathroom and a balcony with a view.
Tasty traditional meals and international flavours are available at the restaurant, where breakfast, lunch and dinner service are provided. Those booking the apartments are also welcome to try cooking their own meals in the kitchen at their disposal, if they so choose.
Guests have plenty of relaxation options at the resort, including a sauna, library and a garden area. The bar offers refreshing cocktails, which guests can enjoy after a swim in one of the swimming pools. The front desk staff is available 24/7.
The nearby Porto Santo Beach was awarded as having the best dunes in Portugal and here, guests can enjoy swimming, strolling along the long sandy stretch or just lounge in the sun. Porto Santo Airport is 3.7 km from the property, while Porto Santo Golf is just 400 metres away.
Guest review score 7.6
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15 Aqua Natura Bay Porto Moniz, Portugal
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The seafront 4-star hotel Aqua Natura Bay in Madeira features an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, a Turkish bath, a sauna and a hot tub. A gym is also available, as well as an on-site diving centre.
All rooms at the hotel feature cable TV, free WiFi and a private bathroom.
Guests of the Aqua Natura Bay can enjoy local and international cuisine at the à la carte restaurant. The hotel also serves a rich buffet breakfast in the mornings.
Madeira’s UNESCO Heritage Protected Forest and popular waterfalls are just 10 minutes from the Aqua Natura Bay hotel by car. Madeira's natural lava rock swimming pools are 30 metres away. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 9.3,
rooms from around 81 EUR.
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16 Aqua Natura Madeira Porto Moniz, Portugal
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The 4-star Aqua Natura Madeira offers elegant rooms with Atlantic Ocean views in the fishing village of Porto Moniz, 45 km north of Funchal city centre. It offers a sauna on site.
Each accommodation is elegantly decorated and includes tea-and-coffee making facilities, a minibar, and a balcony with sea views. All rooms have a seating area with a sofa.
The 24-hour Aqua Natura Madeira has a panoramic restaurant on site serving local cuisine along with national and regional wines. Breakfast buffets, as well as an à-la-carte menu are served for lunch and dinner.
Guests can use the hot tub while relaxing with the Atlantic Ocean views. Massage services and a gym are available. For the sports fans, the Aqua Natura features a diving centre on site. The natural swimming pools are a few steps away.
Madeira International Airport is 60 km away, and an airport shuttle is available upon request. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around 108 EUR.
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17 Royal Savoy - Ocean Resort - Savoy Signature Funchal, Portugal
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Stay in the heart of Funchal.
Set within tropical gardens on the Bay of Funchal, the luxurious Royal Savoy - Ocean Resort - Savoy Signature features 2 heated lagoon-style pools and private Atlantic Ocean access. The 5-star hotel combines exotically decorated interiors and contemporary architecture.
All of the Savoy'selegant suites and rooms are beautifully appointed with sophisticated furnishings and have a private balcony offering panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. Each includes a modern bathroom with free toiletries. The suites come with a full kitchenette.
The Royal Savoy - Ocean Resort - Savoy Signature also boasts a poolside bar and a bar with nightly live music and refreshing cocktails. Guests may have a taste of exquisite Portuguese flavours at The Armada, an à la carte and buffet restaurant, which also offers international cuisine options.
Following a day of touring the island and enjoying the sights, guests may unwind at the spa, an ideal spot for a relaxing massage, a visit to the gym or indoor pool.
Guests can soak up the sun on the extensive ocean front solarium. The attentive staff can organise various off-site activities, including arrangements for golf as well as provide a rental car service.
The Funchal Marina is a 14-minute walk from the Hotel. Guests may also try their luck at the slot machines of Madeira Casino, which is 700 metres away. The greenery of Madeira's Botanical Gardens is 4 km away, while the stunning views of Girão Cape are within 12 km. The Royal Savoy - Ocean Resort - Savoy Signature is 23 km from Madeira International Airport. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around 208 EUR.
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18 Sentido Galomar - Adults Only Caniço, Portugal
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Perched on a cliff at Ponta D’Oliveira, Galo Resort Hotel Galomar offers stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. It features direct sea access and indoor and outdoor pools.
The rooms at Hotel Galomar are decorated in a modern style. All rooms have satellite TV and an en suite bathroom. Some rooms have a private balcony with scenic sea views.
The Ashoka Spa offers a wide variety of treatments, including Ayurveda therapy. It also offers saunas and a hot tub.
Guests can enjoy fresh seafood at Restaurant Atlantis, while Restaurant Ondamar offers authentic Italian dishes. The pool bar offers a wide variety of drinks and snacks.
Caniço’s centre is 2.5 km from Galo Resort Hotel Galomar, and Funchal’s centre is 12 km away. Free parking is available on site. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around 141 EUR.
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19 The Views Oasis Caniço, Portugal
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Surrounded by gardens and overlooking Ilhas Desertas and the Ponta de S. Lourenço, the The Views Oasis is only 8 km from Madeira Airport. It has a large seawater pool and offers air-conditioned guestrooms with balconies.
Rooms at the The Views Oasis have modern wood furnishings and a seating area with cable TV. They come equipped with tea-and-coffee making facilities and a minibar. Some rooms boast panoramic sea views.
In the morning the Restaurant Aquamarina offers a buffet breakfast. The Oasis has an à la carte restaurant, a cocktail lounge with live entertainment, and a poolside bar that serves beverages and light snacks.
Guests can relax in the heated indoor pool, or visit the fitness centre. There is a playground for children and a reading room with a computer and free wired internet.
The The Views Oasis is 10 km from Funchal. The hotel offers 24-hour front desk service and free on-site private parking. An airport transfer service is available on request. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 104 EUR.
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20 Hotel Salgueiro Porto Moniz, Portugal
Hotel. Residencial Salgueiro offers wonderful sea views and a central location in Porto Moniz, on the north-western tip of Madeira. You can relax and soak up the sun on the terrace, while enjoying uninterrupted views of the ocean. Residencial Salgueiro has a restaurant. Car rental and tours can be arranged for you. Porto Moniz has great seafood restaurants and a beautiful mountain backdrop, which makes it ideal for hiking. But perhaps the greatest attraction is its unique, naturally formed lido. These volcanic lava pools have been tastefully transformed into a lido, with walkways and connecting bridges. This is a beachfront hotel. Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 67 EUR.
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21 Quinta Da Penha De Franca Funchal, Portugal
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Stay in the heart of Funchal.
Set within tropical gardens on Madeira Island, this charming guesthouse features far-reaching sea views and 2 outdoor seawater pools, one of which is heated in winter period.
The rooms’ balconies offer views of the scenic gardens or the Atlantic Ocean. All rooms are equipped with telephone, mini-bar, safe, cable TV and a hair dryer.
Guests can relax with a massage treatment at Quinta Da Penha De França. The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk service.
Quinta Da Penha De França’s restaurant, Joe's Casa de Jantar provides an a la carte menu and guests can dine al fresco at the Penha França Mar Restaurant, with views of the garden or the sea.
Free private parking is available. Cristiano Ronaldo's Museum is 200 metres away and the Madeira Congress Centre is a 5-minute walk from the property.
Free WiFi is available in the lounge and reception areas of the hotel. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around 84 EUR.
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22 Hotel Roca Mar Caniço, Portugal
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Set on a cliff overlooking the ocean, Roca Mar features a solarium and an outdoor pool. Located in Caniço de Baixo, it offers spacious rooms with a private balcony.
Hotel Roca Mar’s rooms are bright and sunny with glass sliding doors opening onto a furnished balcony. Each one has a lounge area with a plush armchair, work desk and cable TV.
Roca Mar’s restaurant specializes in seafood including sword fish and octopus, all served alongside regional wines. Guests can also enjoy live music shows at the Bar Restaurant.
Roca Mar Hotel is 8 km from Madeira Airport. Palheiro Golf Course is 20 minutes’ drive away. Hotel minibus to Funchal available on weekdays (subject to availability and payment). This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 8.3,
rooms from around 63 EUR.
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23 Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel Funchal, Portugal
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Stay in the heart of Funchal.
Offering 4 restaurants, 2 bars and Atlantic Ocean views, the 5-star Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel is situated on a cliff top on Madeira Island. Funchal’s centre is 10 minutes' walk away.
Pestana Carlton Madeira's leisure offer includes a giant chess board, a certified, on-site diving school and a tennis court.
All suites and rooms feature elegant décor, flat-screen TVs and balconies with sea, mountain or pool views.
One of the 2 saltwater pools has stairs leading to the sea. For relaxation, Pestana's Venus Health Spa includes an indoor heated pool, Scottish shower and massage treatments.
Guests can choose from the rustic atmosphere of the hotel's Taverna Grill or by the cool pool and gardenside setting of the Garden Pool Restaurante & Bar.
Activities such as paragliding, yacht excursions and windsurfing are available nearby. The Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel is a 20-minute drive from Madeira's International Airport. Private parking is available, at an extra fee. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 8.3,
rooms from around 111 EUR.
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24 INATEL Porto Santo Porto Santo, Portugal
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Located on the coast of Porto Santo, Inatel Porto Santo offers an outdoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi. All spacious suites come with a seating area and a balcony.
Some rooms include scenic views of the Atlantic Ocean.
The hotel offers diving and cycling facilities. Guests can benefit from Inatel Porto Santo’s 24-hour front desk.
The hotel's restaurant serves local and international food. Refreshments and drinks are offered at the bar.
Free parking is possible on site. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 8.2,
rooms from around 48 EUR.
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25 Pestana Porto Santo Beach Resort & SPA Porto Santo, Portugal
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With a private stretch of sandy beach along the Porto Santo shore, this 5-star resort in Southern Madeira features 2 natural-style pool areas surrounded by 30.000 m² of gardens.
A private balcony and wall-mounted flat-screen TVs are standard in Pestana Porto Santo Beach Resort & SPA’s rooms. They are elegantly decorated in the blue and green shades of the ocean.
Pestana Porto Santo Beach Resort & SPA features 3 restaurants and 2 bars, offering a selection of Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. Views of the Atlantic Ocean can be enjoyed at the Sunset Bar.
The spa area includes a heated pool with water jets, wet and dry saunas and an aromatic steam bath. Guests can train in the gym, or play a game of tennis on the multi-purpose court.
Porto Santo Airport is about 4 km away, while Madeira Island Airport is 54.5 km of the Pestana Porto Santo.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around 85 EUR.
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26 Pestana Madeira Beach Club Funchal, Portugal
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Stay in the heart of Funchal.
With sea views, Pestana Madeira Beach Club is situated in Funchal and has a restaurant, room service, bar, garden, year-round outdoor pool and terrace. Complimentary WiFi is featured.
The aparthotel provides guests with a balcony, a seating area, cable flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with a fridge and a microwave, and a private bathroom with bath or shower and free toiletries. A stovetop and toaster are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle.
Pestana Madeira Beach Club offers 5-star accommodation with an indoor pool.
A car rental service and a private beach area are offered at the accommodation.
Popular points of interest near Pestana Madeira Beach Club include Gorgulho - Gavinas Beach, Almirante Reis Beach and Marina do Funchal. The nearest airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International, 20 km from the aparthotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around 199 EUR.
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27 Apartments Madeira Old Town Funchal, Portugal
Aparthotel. Located in Funchal, Apartments Madeira Old Town are a 5-minute walk to the beach and to the Funchal old town. Featuring free WiFi the apartments are 1.4 km from Funchal Marina and 1. 9 km from Madeira Congress Center. Each apartment will provide guests with a TV and a seating area. They include 1 or 2 bedrooms. The private bathrooms also come with a bath or shower and a bidet. Linen and towels are provided. Guests are welcome to prepare their own meals at the fully equipped kitchen available. Within a 10-minute walk, guests may visit the Farmers’ Market, a place filled scents and tradition where guests can buy the most natural quality food supplies. In the vicinity guests will also find plenty of restaurants serving traditional Madeira dishes. In the evening guests may relax at one of the bar by the sea. The Contemporary Art Museum is just a 2-minute walk and in the pedestrian Santa Maria Street, a 5-minute walk away, guests will find various cultural and artistic events. Madeira International Airport is 16 km away. Guest review score 9.1
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28 Vitorina Corte Guesthouse Funchal, Portugal
Bed and Breakfast. This Madeira guest house is just a 2-minute walk from a beach area. The Vitorina Corte Guesthouse is a 5-minute drive from the Funchal Marina, which features several seafront restaurants and bars. The spacious rooms include free WiFi, linen and most rooms offer sea views. Several rooms include en-suite bathrooms. The property offers a shared kitchen where guests can prepare their own meals. A basic cleaning service is available daily. A daily breakfast buffet is served in a sunny dining area. A large variety of quality restaurants are available within a short walk. The Madeira cuisine features specialties such as the typical Espetada Madeirense (grilled skewered beef), the Bolo de Caco (regional variation on garlic bread) and a wide selection of fresh fish dishes. The La Vie shopping centre is a 5-minute drive and features several shops and boutiques, along with a food court. The botanical gardens are 3 km from the property and feature vast green areas and unique plant species. Machico is a 24-minute drive and features an extensive beach where guests can enjoy swimming, lounging in the sun, surfing or windsurfing. Palheiro Golf features 18-hole green courses and is a 25-minute drive away. The cable car connecting to the Monte area is a 10-minute walk. The Madeira International Airport is a 25-minute drive from the guest house. An airport shuttle service is available at an extra fee, for guests of the Vitorina Corte Guesthouse. Guest review score 8.7
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29 Residencial Familia Machico, Portugal
Guest house. Featuring panoramic views of Machico Bay, Residencial Familia offers rooms with a private balcony and cable TV. Facilities include a 24-hour reception and an on-site cash machine. The rooms of Residencial Familia are decorated with wooden floors and furniture. All rooms have a work desk and a private bathroom. Every morning, guests can enjoy a local and international breakfast in Residencial Familia’s restaurant. Free Wi-Fi is available in Residencial Familia’s public areas. The hotel also offers laundry services, car rental, and free on-site private parking. Diving, snorkeling, and boat trips are some of the activities guests can enjoy. Machico Beach is less than a 5-minute walk from Residencial Familia, and Madeira Airport is a 5-minute drive away. Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 59 EUR.
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30 Vila Baleira Suites Porto Santo, Portugal
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This beachfront aparthotel in Porto Santo is 4 km from Vila Baleira’s centre. It has an outdoor pool with Atlantic Ocean views and apartments with a balcony. Free parking is available.
With panoramic mountain or ocean views, the apartments at the Vila Baleira Suites are bright and airy and have tiled flooring. They include a kitchenette, cable TV and a fully equipped bathroom.
Guests can enjoy a range of refreshing drinks and cocktails from the pool bar, and the on-site mini market provides basics for self catering.
The outdoor swimming pool is surrounded by a terrace and the property also has a sauna. Guests can access free Wi-Fi in public areas.
Guest review score 8.2
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31 Albergaria O Professor Santa Cruz, Portugal
Guest house. Located in Santa Cruz and with Palmeiras Beach reachable within 200 metres, Albergaria O Professor provides a restaurant, allergy-free rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. The property is around 23 km from Santana's traditional houses, 29 km from Girao Cape and 12 km from Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro. The property is non-smoking and is situated 18 km from Marina do Funchal. At the guest house each room is equipped with air conditioning, a desk, a balcony with a city view, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, bed linen and towels. Guest rooms include a wardrobe. Palheiro Gardens is 12 km from Albergaria O Professor, while Palheiro Golfe is 13 km away. The nearest airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport, 4 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around 60 EUR.
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32 Marina Rooms Calheta, Portugal
Guest house. Set in Calheta and within 300 metres of Calheta Beach, Marina Rooms has a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is situated 2.6 km from Caminho Faja do Mar Beach, 22 km from Girao Cape and 31 km from Marina do Funchal. Rooms come with a balcony. At the guest house all rooms have air conditioning, a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, towels and a terrace with a sea view. All guest rooms will provide guests with a minibar. Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools is 33 km from Marina Rooms, while Volcanic caves of São Vicente is 29 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport, 49 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 7.7
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33 The Pallet - Guest House Santa Cruz, Portugal
Guest house. Set in Santa Cruz, The Pallet - Guest House offers beachfront accommodation 200 metres from Palmeiras Beach and offers various facilities, such as a garden and a terrace. The property is situated 18 km from Marina do Funchal, 23 km from Santana's traditional houses and 28 km from Girao Cape. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. At the guest house, all rooms include a wardrobe. At The Pallet - Guest House all rooms have a desk and a shared bathroom. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at the accommodation. Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro is 12 km from The Pallet - Guest House, while Palheiro Gardens is 12 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport, 4 km from the guest house. Guest review score 7.7, rooms from around 35 EUR.
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34 Pestana Palms Ocean Aparthotel Funchal, Portugal
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Set within a leafy garden, this apart-hotel boasts an outdoor pool overlooking Funchal coastal cliffs.
Pestana Palms Ocean Aparthotel‘s studios are spacious and decorated with soft beige colours. Each one has low-back armchairs in the lounge area and TV with multilingual cable channels.
A Flor do Mar Restaurant has large windows overlooking the ocean and also hosts regular entertainment events. Salads, light snacks and cakes are available in the cosy Vila Lido Tea Room.
The hotel’s attentive staff can organize outdoor excursions around the coastline. The apart-hotel’s surrounding area also features nature and walking trails.
Pestana Palms Ocean Aparthotel is 2 km away from Funchal town centre’s local museums. Free parking is available on site, subject to availability. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 8.6
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35 Pestana Ocean Bay Resort Funchal, Portugal
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This all-inclusive aparthotel features an outdoor pool with full views of the Atlantic Ocean and direct access to Praia Formosa. Its free shuttle bus offers connections to Funchal, 5 km away.
The air-conditioned rooms at Pestana Bay Ocean include furnished balconies with ocean views and well-equipped kitchenettes. All rooms include cable TVs and a colourful bathroom with shower and bath.
The modern gym of Pestana Ocean Bay Resort has floor-to-ceiling windows opening onto the freshwater pool. Guests can enjoy a massage, while children play in the shallow pool or with the giant chessboard.
Arlequim Restaurant offers light lunches, à la carte dining and themed buffets. Daily live music can be enjoyed at Arlequim Bar, while the pool bar serves a range of tropical cocktails.
Surrounded by picturesque cliffs, the Aparthotel Pestana Bay offers views of Cabo Girão. The staff can help organise boat trips around Madeira and to Porto Santo Island. Free private parking is available on site, subject to availability. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 8.5
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36 The Rum Inn Estreito da Calheta, Portugal
Hostel. Located in Estreito da Calheta and within 200 metres of Calheta Beach, The Rum Inn features a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is situated 23 km from Girao Cape, 32 km from Marina do Funchal and 33 km from Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools. The accommodation provides an ATM, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower, while certain rooms at the hostel also offer a seating area. At The Rum Inn each room is fitted with bed linen and towels. Volcanic caves of São Vicente is 30 km from the accommodation, while Pico dos Barcelos Viewpoint is 30 km away. The nearest airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport, 50 km from The Rum Inn. Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 50 EUR.
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37 Residencial Santo António Santa Cruz, Portugal
Guest house. Situated in Santa Cruz, Residencial Santo António offers beachfront accommodation 200 metres from Palmeiras Beach and features various facilities, such as a terrace, a restaurant and a bar. 18 km from Marina do Funchal and 23 km from Santana's traditional houses, the guest house provides a private beach area. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, luggage storage space and free WiFi throughout the property. Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Santa Cruz, like hiking. Girao Cape is 29 km from Residencial Santo António, while Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro is 13 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport, 4 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 7.5, rooms from around 50 EUR.
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38 Infinity pool & Amazing Sunset Ocean View Funchal, Portugal
Apartment. In the Sao Martinho district of Funchal, close to Formosa Beach, Infinity pool & Amazing Sunset Ocean View has an outdoor swimming pool and a washing machine. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. This apartment has 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV, and a kitchen. Gorgulho - Gavinas Beach is 1.8 km from the apartment, while Marina do Funchal is 4.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport, 24 km from Infinity pool & Amazing Sunset Ocean View. Guest review score 10.0
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39 Luxury elegance and sea view - Madeira Palace I Funchal, Portugal
Apartment. Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, and a terrace, Luxury elegance and sea view - Madeira Palace I features accommodation in Funchal with free WiFi and pool views. This apartment offers free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. The apartment features 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with sea views. Formosa Beach is 1.2 km from the apartment, while Gorgulho - Gavinas Beach is 1.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International, 25 km from Luxury elegance and sea view - Madeira Palace I, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Guest review score 10.0, rooms from around 844 EUR.
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40 PEARLS BEACH APARTMENT Porto Moniz, Portugal
Apartment. PEARLS BEACH APARTMENT, a property with a garden and a terrace, is set in Porto Moniz, 70 metres from Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools, 40 km from Girao Cape, as well as 46 km from Santana's traditional houses. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The apartment has 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with city views. Marina do Funchal is 49 km from the apartment, while Volcanic caves of São Vicente is 17 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport, 64 km from PEARLS BEACH APARTMENT. Guest review score 10.0
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41 Lovely apartment with pool and sea view Funchal, Portugal
Apartment. Featuring a patio with garden views, an outdoor swimming pool and a terrace, Lovely apartment with pool and sea view can be found in Funchal, close to Formosa Beach and 2.2 km from Gorgulho - Gavinas Beach. This apartment features a private pool, a garden and free private parking. Offering a balcony and sea views, the apartment includes 1 bedroom, a living room, cable flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchenette, and 1 bathroom with a bidet and a shower. A car rental service is available at the apartment. Marina do Funchal is 5.4 km from Lovely apartment with pool and sea view, while Girao Cape is 10 km away. The nearest airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport, 25 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 9.9, rooms from around 100 EUR.
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42 Atlantic Ocean View Apartment Funchal, Portugal
Apartment. Located in Funchal, Atlantic Ocean View Apartment offers a balcony with mountain and pool views, as well as a year-round outdoor pool, fitness centre and hot tub. Featuring free private parking, the apartment is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking, fishing and cycling. Providing a terrace and sea views, the apartment includes 1 bedroom, a living room, satellite flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom with a bidet and a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. Speaking German, English, Spanish and French, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical guidance on the area at the reception. The apartment offers a hammam. A garden and a children's playground are featured at Atlantic Ocean View Apartment. Formosa Beach is 500 metres from the accommodation, while Gorgulho - Gavinas Beach is 1.8 km away. The nearest airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International, 24 km from Atlantic Ocean View Apartment, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Guest review score 9.4
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43 Souza Beach Apartment - Porto da Cruz - Studio & Suite Porto da Cruz, Portugal
Holiday home. Offering pool views, Souza Beach Apartment - Porto da Cruz - Studio & Suite is an accommodation located in Porto da Cruz, 90 metres from Maiata Beach and 400 metres from Alagoa Beach. Featuring sea and mountain views, this holiday home also offers free WiFi. The holiday home with a patio and city views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. A children's playground is available on site and both hiking and fishing can be enjoyed within close proximity of the holiday home. Santana's traditional houses is 10 km from Souza Beach Apartment - Porto da Cruz - Studio & Suite, while Marina do Funchal is 32 km away. The nearest airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International, 13 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Guest review score 9.4
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44 Ocean View and Garden in Exclusive Area Funchal, Portugal
Apartment. Located in Funchal, 1.4 km from Formosa Beach, Ocean View and Garden in Exclusive Area provides accommodation with a garden, free WiFi, a shared lounge, and a 24-hour front desk. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. Providing a terrace and sea views, the apartment includes 3 bedrooms, a living room, cable flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with a bidet and a shower. The property also has 2 bathrooms featuring a bath and a hairdryer, and towels and bed linen are available. A car rental service is available at the apartment. Gorgulho - Gavinas Beach is 1.5 km from Ocean View and Garden in Exclusive Area, while Marina do Funchal is 4.1 km away. The nearest airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International, 23 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Guest review score 9.3
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45 Funchal Sea View I by An Island Apart Funchal, Portugal
Apartment. In the Sao Martinho district of Funchal, close to Gorgulho - Gavinas Beach, Funchal Sea View I by An Island Apart features a bar and a washing machine. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The apartment with a terrace and sea views has 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a fridge and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The apartment conveniently has an outdoor pool. Formosa Beach is 2.3 km from Funchal Sea View I by An Island Apart, while Marina do Funchal is 3.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport, 25 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around 177 EUR.
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46 Madalena Beach House Ponta do Sol, Portugal
Villa. Madalena Beach House is a beachfront property located in Ponta do Sol, 18 km from Girao Cape and 27 km from Marina do Funchal. It is situated 300 metres from Madalena do Mar Beach and features an ATM. This villa features 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV, and a kitchenette. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the villa. Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools is 37 km from Madalena Beach House, while Volcanic caves of São Vicente is 25 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport, 45 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 7.1, rooms from around 49 EUR.
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47 Paradise Ocean View by AnaLodges Porto Moniz, Portugal
Farm stay. Situated in Porto Moniz, an 11-minute walk from Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools, Paradise Ocean View by AnaLodges features apartments with free WiFi. Some have a balcony with views of the mountain. The units come with a seating area. Each features a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave. The apartments include a private bathroom with a bath. Guests at Paradise Ocean View by AnaLodges will be able to enjoy activities in and around Porto Moniz, like hiking. Madeira Cristiano Ronaldo Airport is 41 km away. This is a beachfront hotel. Guest review score 8.3
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48 The Sunrise of your Dreams with Total Ocean View Funchal, Portugal
Apartment. The Sunrise of your Dreams with Total Ocean View is located in Funchal and features scenic views over the Atlantic Ocean, both from the balcony and from its bright open living room. The Funchal centre is within 5 km of the apartment. This 1-bedroom unit comes with a flat-screen TV in the living area, as well as a dining table sofa and an armchair. The apartment comes with a full kitchen, which includes a washing machine and a dishwasher. There is also a bathroom with a bathtub. Meals may be prepared in the equipped kitchen of the apartment. They may be enjoyed in the dining area, benefitting from the scenic views over the sea. The Funchal centre includes various traditional restaurants, where guests may enjoy the Madeira cuisine and wines. 12 km away is Palheiro Golf, where golfing enthusiasts may enjoy a round on the green. The Madeira Botanical Garden is 10 km from the property. Renowned São Vicente Caves are one of the island’s most noted landmarks and are 30 km away. The The Sunrise of your Dreams with Total Ocean View is 22 km from Madeira International Airport. This is a beachfront hotel. Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around 120 EUR.
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49 Casa dos Anjos Ponta do Sol, Portugal
Holiday home. Boasting mountain views, Casa dos Anjos features accommodation with a restaurant and a balcony, around 600 metres from Madalena do Mar Beach. This holiday home features a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking. The holiday home with a terrace and sea views has 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. Ponta do Sol Beach is 2.2 km from the holiday home, while Girao Cape is 17 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport, 43 km from Casa dos Anjos. Guest review score 9.8
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50 Green Park Ajuda Apartment Funchal, Portugal
Apartment. Set in Funchal, 1.2 km from Gorgulho - Gavinas Beach, Green Park Ajuda Apartment offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an ATM. This apartment features a private pool, a garden and free private parking. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a bidet and a hairdryer. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. A sun terrace and a children's playground are available for guests at the apartment to use. Formosa Beach is 1.5 km from Green Park Ajuda Apartment, while Marina do Funchal is 3.9 km away. The nearest airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport, 24 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 9.7
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