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96 hotels

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204 hotels

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Three House Hotel

Hotel in Funchal

Three House Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a garden and terrace in Funchal.

B
Basaran
From
Estonia
We really liked and enjoyed our stay. The apartment was very comfortable, featuring a stylish and modern design that made us feel right at home. Everything was spotless, and the space was fully equipped with everything we needed. The staff was welcoming and friendly. The location was perfect, with a terrace boasting stunning ocean and city views. The pool area provided a great spot to relax in the sun.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,116 reviews
Price from
€ 332.41
1 night, 2 adults

Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature

Hotel in Funchal

Located in Funchal, 1.8 km from Gorgulho - Gavinas Beach, Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature provides accommodation with a private beach area, private parking, a shared...

D
Dimitrios
From
Luxembourg
Savoy Palace is equivalent of luxury. The rooms is spacious and very comfortable, with high end and modern furniture. The bed is very comfortable. Hotel common spaces also very nicely decorated giving the impression you are in a very modern and luxurious 5 star hotel. The breakfast is absolutely amazing with a huge variety of products and live cooking. Staff very kind, attentive and helpful. We appreciated the excellent underground parking. The view from the rooms (either ocean of city) is magnificent with the rooftop view of Funchal to be amazing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,198 reviews
Price from
€ 364
1 night, 2 adults

Aqua Natura Madeira

Hotel in Porto Moniz

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.

a
anilmenon14
From
Sweden
Wonderful hotel nestled in an amazing location . We loved every part of our stay including the rooms , the quality of the food at the 'Seaview' restaurant and the helpfulness of the staff . The daily breakfast was pretty good too and they had fresh options . The view from the restaurant makes it even better . Highly recommend and would return back again in an instant.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,787 reviews
Price from
€ 153
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Quinta Do Furao

Hotel in Santana

Featuring stunning views of the north-east coast of the Island of Madeira and the surrounding mountains, this 4-star hotel offers rooms with free Wi-Fi and a balcony.

G
Galina
From
United States
charming unique hotel with amazing restaurant, pizzeria, garden, vineyard and breathtaking views from every corner! The staff was so kind and accommodating, we felt at home and did not want to leave! No beach access but stunning ocean views
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,698 reviews
Price from
€ 202
1 night, 2 adults

Estalagem Da Ponta Do Sol

Hotel in Ponta do Sol

Perched on a cliff facing the Atlantic Ocean, this design hotel is within a renovated traditional farmhouse.

M
Milena
From
Switzerland
Although in the meantime the hotel is so well known & always fully booked, the staff is still amazing friendly & takes time for a small chat. What I like most is the trust they bring towards the guests, no strict rules like pool opening hours & it‘s always quiet, people do not abuse it. Also the honesty bar where it is possible to take out in trust is great! The hotel is of high quality but not new any more & for me it‘s sympathetic that it doesn’t shine & glance in luxury, it‘s still familiar, beautiful garden & peace. I love this place!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,064 reviews
Price from
€ 194
1 night, 2 adults

Pestana Porto Santo Premium All Inclusive Beach & SPA Resort

Hotel in Porto Santo

With a private stretch of sandy beach along the Porto Santo shore, this 5-star resort features 2 natural-style pool areas surrounded by 30.000 m² of gardens.

D
David
From
Czech Republic
This hotel was absolutely fantastic! Services for guests were absolutely at the top level! Staff was willing and helpful. Accomodation, food and other services were excellent! Especially hotel manager was very nice and professional person, who was interested personally in each guest, their personal needs and satisfaction.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,018 reviews
Price from
€ 340.27
1 night, 2 adults

Aqua Natura Bay

Hotel in Porto Moniz

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.

S
Stanislav
From
Austria
-Location (if you have a car) - close to many beautiful sites and to natural swimming pool which are a gem of Porto Moniz in my opinion - comfortable rooms and facilities - very friendly, and professional staff - great breakfast and restaurant in the hotel in general - great price vs quality 10/10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,861 reviews
Price from
€ 162
1 night, 2 adults

Pestana Vila Lido Madeira Ocean Hotel

Hotel in Funchal

Facing the beachfront, Pestana Vila Lido Madeira Ocean Hotel offers 5-star accommodation in Funchal and features an outdoor swimming pool, private beach area and restaurant.

A
Anzhela
From
Ukraine
Everything was great. excellent hotel, very nice staff, clean rooms. Delicious breakfasts, convenient parking. stayed for 3 nights and everything was very comfortable. convenient to get to all interesting places. I recommend and would like to come back again
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,256 reviews
Price from
€ 263.92
1 night, 2 adults

Sentido Galomar - Adults Only

Hotel in Caniço

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.

D
David
From
Portugal
Comfortable and quiet stay, excellent breakfast, and easy access to the beautiful sea. The sea temperature was sweet, the water was clear, and the fish life great! The hotel staff noted our wedding anniversary stay and return visit, with some very thoughtful touches.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,230 reviews
Price from
€ 176.80
1 night, 2 adults

The Editory Ocean Way Funchal

Hotel in Funchal

Located in Funchal, 1.7 km from Formosa Beach, The Editory Ocean Way Funchal provides accommodation with a restaurant, private parking and a bar.

I
Inna
From
Estonia
Loved the breakfast, saunas and indoor pool. The roof terrace was extra lovely in the evenings. A good selection of towels for every need. The conditioner worked well, we had good air quality and felt warm.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 184 reviews
Price from
€ 194
1 night, 2 adults
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Featuring panoramic views of Praia Formosa, the largest pebble beach in Madeira, the Golden Residence Hotel offers an outdoor pool, a wellness centre, and modern accommodation with private balconies.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,722 reviews

Set within tropical gardens on Madeira Island, this charming guesthouse features far-reaching sea views and 2 outdoor seawater pools and access to the sea.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
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Located close to Funchal’s city centre, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, Meliã Madeira Mare offers free WiFi, an indoor and outdoor pool and a spa.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Santa Cruz Village Hotel is located in Santa Cruz. Each room here will provide you with a balcony.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,906 reviews

With ocean views, Hotel Euro Moniz is only 100 metres from the pools in Porto Moniz. All Euro Moniz’s rooms have a cable TV and a bathroom with a bathtub or a shower. Some rooms feature balconies.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Overlooking the Bay of Funchal, this well designed hotel provides luxury accommodation within Santa Caterina Park.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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Situated on the island of Madeira, the Baía Madeira Hotel is located on the beach of Machico Bay.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
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Situated in Estrela, within 9.4 km of Marina do Funchal and 14 km of Girao Cape, Beautiful Room in the montains features accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi as well as free private parking for...

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Three House Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a garden and terrace in Funchal.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
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Featuring stunning views of the north-east coast of the Island of Madeira and the surrounding mountains, this 4-star hotel offers rooms with free Wi-Fi and a balcony.

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Perched on a cliff facing the Atlantic Ocean, this design hotel is within a renovated traditional farmhouse.

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The newly renovated 4-star Hotel Baía Azul is ideally situated a 4-minute walk from Funchal’s beachfront.

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With a private stretch of sandy beach along the Porto Santo shore, this 5-star resort features 2 natural-style pool areas surrounded by 30.000 m² of gardens.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
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Well situated in the Sao Pedro district of Funchal, Hotel Cajú is set less than 1 km from Almirante Reis Beach, a 4-minute walk from Marina do Funchal and 13 km from Girao Cape.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 316 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
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The hotel Atrio is a small family run rural hotel located on the sunny south side of Madeira Island.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
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With 400 meters of private sea front, the 5-star property offers spacious rooms all with balcony and views of the Atlantic and the Deserted Islands.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
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Set in lush, landscaped gardens, 5-star Quintinha São João features a spa and indoor and outdoor heated swimming pools. Overlooking central Funchal and the bay, it is 2 km from Funchal Cathedral.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
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Located in Porto Santo, 300 metres from Porto Santo Beach, Pestana Dunas All Inclusive provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
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Attractively situated in Funchal, The Reserve - within Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World features air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a garden.

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Located in Arco da Calheta and within 26 km of Girao Cape, Yeotown Madeira Wellness Hotel and Nature Stay features a garden, allergy-free rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

Madeira Archipelago highlights

Hiking the Levadas

This network of irrigation channels serves as a walking path for charming-to-challenging hikes through forested countryside studded with waterfalls and lagoons.

Curral das Freiras

Tucked in a hidden valley, this charming village promises spectacular views of the surrounding mountainside and treats made with local chestnuts.

Pico Ruivo peak

Climb to the top of Madeira’s highest peak for stunning scenery and panoramic vistas over the entire island.

Cape Girão lookout point

Cape Girão is home to Europe’s highest cliff skywalk, which includes a thrilling lookout point with a glass-floored platform.

Laurisilva Forest

Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this bio diverse laurel forest contains a number of native plant and animal life.

Natural pools of Porto Moniz

Take a refreshing dip in the crystalline waters of these natural salt-water swimming pools, formed by volcanic rock.

Monte toboggan rides

With speeds reaching 48 km per hour, these wicker sleds steered by two men provide an exhilarating ride from Monte to Funchal.

Scuba diving off the Madeira coast

Various shipwrecks, underwater caves, several protected marine areas and vastly diverse sea life make Madeira a scuba diving haven.

Serra d’Água

Granting one of Madeira’s most scenic countryside views, Serra d’Água is cloaked in green vegetation and native wild flowers.

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The Island of Eternal Spring

With lush landscapes, brightly coloured flowers and a mild, year-round climate, it’s easy to see why Madeira is called the ‘Island of Eternal Spring’. Its interior is mountainous, so most resorts are coastal, many at the foot of steep cliffs.

One such resort is Paul do Mar, a fishing village known for whale watching and surfing, as is Jardim do Mar, on a plateau just east. Nearby Calheta has 2 white sand beaches protected by breakwaters.

The main resort is the capital Funchal. Cascading down slopes, it has the lion’s share of 5-star hotels in Madeira on Booking.com. A cable car ascending into the hills offers fantastic views towards the harbour where cruise liners and ferries from neighbouring Porto Santo island are berthed.

East, Caniço’s sandy beach is nestled between rocky cliffs, while Santa Cruz is the nearest resort to Madeira Airport. Machico is the 2nd biggest city and has the best nightlife outside Funchal, but the best Madeira hotels for families are in quieter resorts such as Porto da Cruz in the north.

Santana is home to the triangular-shaped, thatched houses typical of the island, and twisting mountain roads lead to São Vicente, an attractive hill town with red-roofed houses. By the north-western tip is the village of Porto Moniz whose offshore rocks shelter natural rock pools.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,198 reviews
Savoy Palace is equivalent of luxury. The rooms is spacious and very comfortable, with high end and modern furniture. The bed is very comfortable. Hotel common spaces also very nicely decorated giving the impression you are in a very modern and luxurious 5 star hotel. The breakfast is absolutely amazing with a huge variety of products and live cooking. Staff very kind, attentive and helpful. We appreciated the excellent underground parking. The view from the rooms (either ocean of city) is magnificent with the rooftop view of Funchal to be amazing.
Guest review byDimitrios
Luxembourg
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,064 reviews
Although in the meantime the hotel is so well known & always fully booked, the staff is still amazing friendly & takes time for a small chat. What I like most is the trust they bring towards the guests, no strict rules like pool opening hours & it‘s always quiet, people do not abuse it. Also the honesty bar where it is possible to take out in trust is great! The hotel is of high quality but not new any more & for me it‘s sympathetic that it doesn’t shine & glance in luxury, it‘s still familiar, beautiful garden & peace. I love this place!
Guest review byMilena
Switzerland
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 137 reviews
The quality of suites are more like a 4* hotel, a very nice large pool, plentiful breakfast and tasty coffee. The ladies in reception are very friendly, helpful and polite, and offered me to check out a few hours later. It was low season, so I got a really good deal. Make sure to watch the sunrise from the beach ( 3 minutes walk from the garden gate), people from surrounding hotels also come out in the mornings and take a dip in the water.
Guest review byIlze
Latvia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,018 reviews
This hotel was absolutely fantastic! Services for guests were absolutely at the top level! Staff was willing and helpful. Accomodation, food and other services were excellent! Especially hotel manager was very nice and professional person, who was interested personally in each guest, their personal needs and satisfaction.
Guest review byDavid
Czech Republic
From € 175 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,216 reviews
Absolutely beautiful spa area which we have visited daily. Hotel is located beautyifuly, we walked directly from our room to pool area and beach. One important thing to improve is the mattress - the visitors could benefit from new ones. Overall it was a very good experience and we are looking forward to our next visit.
Guest review byMichal
Poland
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 547 reviews
If You would like to be shure, that all are going good, press the booking buton. Reception. Service. Bags service. Food& Vines! Taxi service. Best location. Communication. Teady to help. Sea side. Pool. Comfy bed & room. Cling. All! The only choice when we are going agein. Thank You So much!!!
Guest review byOli
Portugal
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,698 reviews
charming unique hotel with amazing restaurant, pizzeria, garden, vineyard and breathtaking views from every corner! The staff was so kind and accommodating, we felt at home and did not want to leave! No beach access but stunning ocean views
Guest review byGalina
United States
From € 166 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 220 reviews
Well run small hotel with excellent staff. Beautiful grounds and great food using home grown ingredients. Thoughtful environmental attitudes. Well connected for walking trips and lovely pool. Very comfortable and long bed.
Guest review byGwyneth Jones
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,075 reviews
5 pools, 2 of which are indoor. Excellent buffett breakfast, something for everyone and more. Very friendly staff Large comfortable rooms. Very comfortable beds
Guest review byVardit
Israel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 222 reviews
Lovely hotel, short walk to the village, plenty of parking opposite hotel. Pool area is well kept, plenty of sun beds and the view is amazing. Much recommend
Guest review byLiene
Nepal
From € 332.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,649 reviews
The location in the middle of the city. Hotel was very clean. And the reception, staffs are all very friendly and understandable.
Guest review byRazif
Singapore
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
House was big and convenient. Kitchen well equipped. Interesting location: looks like very small village near Santa Cruz.
Guest review byPiotr
Poland
From € 122.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 584 reviews
Clean and comfortable, air conditioning was a welcome surprise and very welcome, pool area well set out and very clean
Guest review byVictoria
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 426 reviews
All was fine (as for its price), and the staff is very nice too. In general, good hotel in beautiful place.
Guest review bySergii Siryk
Ukraine
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,385 reviews
The entire experience was out of this world. It's an exceptional hotel with amazing staff. Pure luxury ✨️
Guest review byRachael
Ireland
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 361 reviews
Had a wonderful stay the staff were brilliant we will definitely return
Guest review byAndrew
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 310 reviews
Very nice hotel. A bit old but very clean and people so nice.
Guest review byKaterina
Belgium
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,379 reviews
Super clean and really worth 5 starts hotel
Guest review byMantas Bieliauskas
Lithuania
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,206 reviews
nice suite, nice staff, good restaurants
Guest review byClaudia
France

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Interesting city with compact centre - read the guides

Interesting city with compact centre - read the guides Beware ripoff non metered taxis The market has very special prices for tourists - beware Lots of buses, low fares but rather impenetrable timetables Madeira is extremely scenic, very dramatic and beautiful Local food good, excellent fish
Guest review byJohn
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Some good hiking nearby.

Some good hiking nearby. It is of course pretty steep even on the roads. We visited for the swimming but, it being December and just after a storm, the pools were closed. Our stay was for 5 days and we kept busy but the place is quiet in December. The amount of car parking implies the place is busy with day trippers when the weather is warmer - and the pools are open.
Guest review byMark
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Machico is a perfectly sized small town.

Machico is a perfectly sized small town. Everything is close by, it’s relatively clean, and there are several interesting restaurants. The airport is nearby, and many places can be explored on foot. It’s a great starting point for exploring that part of the island.
Guest review byAna
Croatia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Great if you have a car and want to be a little away from...

Great if you have a car and want to be a little away from the fuzz in Funchal while still be somewhere where it's lively. You can travel also by bus from this destination (check "via Garajou" in the timetables of buses) but it's not that frequent.
Guest review byAnonymous
Czech Republic
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

The beach is fantastic- not overrun until now but could...

The beach is fantastic- not overrun until now but could change in the future.Easyjet flies nonstop from Porto and Lissabon so you will avoid the long 2.5 hrs ferry. Possible to walk, even to the airport ( 50 min )
Guest review byulla
Switzerland
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Calheta is a nice quiet town.

Calheta is a nice quiet town. Very hilly but then all the towns are like this in Madeira! We really liked the quiet feel of the upper part where we stayed. There are lots of stores and restaurants along the beach and it's just a nice place to take a walk, go swimming and have a picnic or a beverage on one of the many restaurant patios along the marina. Finding gas stations was also very easy. We used this location to make it easy for us to access many of the hikes that are in this Western half on Madeira island. Even in rush hour it's under an hour to get to Funchal. We were there in April and already so many beautiful flowers blooming, The weather here is also ideal - a lot more sunny and dry compared to the Northwest areas of the Island.
Guest review byNathalie DaSilva
Canada
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

The Christmas lights in Santana are very beautiful.

The Christmas lights in Santana are very beautiful. I liked the rural feel with the convenience of many choices of things to do, places to eat. It’s not the most scenic of towns, but it’s easy to navigate.
Guest review bySarah
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

São Vicente is an excellent base from which to explore...

São Vicente is an excellent base from which to explore Madeira, It has good road connections meaning you can get to anywhere on the island in good time. The town itself will not hold your attention for too long so a hire car is recommended to allow exploration of the rest of the island. There are 3 decent supermarkets in and around town with Continente in the centre being particularly well stocked. Parking in the town was free at the time of this review but there appear to be plans to charge with bays already painted with blue lines. This, in my opinion is a mistake as many will bypass the town if they have to pay for parking, to the detriment of local businesses.
Guest review byDavid
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

We loved exploring the charming little boutiques and even...

We loved exploring the charming little boutiques and even found a beautiful pink jacket for my daughter. The city square was wonderful, and we really enjoyed the long walks along the beach. One of the best parts was how close everything was to the airport — only about a 5–10 minute drive — which made traveling so much less stressful. We would definitely stay here again. At the time, construction was still underway on part of the promenade, but we were still able to enjoy the area from a different viewpoint. Overall, we had a fantastic time and can’t wait to come back and do it all again.
Guest review byRivera
United States
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Ponta do Sol is a gem for exploring Madeira's levadas,...

Ponta do Sol is a gem for exploring Madeira's levadas, offering both relaxation and adventure. The scenic Levada do Moinho/Nova is located in Ponta do Sol itself, and varied trails nearby cater to all fitness levels, from challenging Rabaçal hikes to leisurely Levada dos Cedros strolls. Ponta do Sol's tranquil atmosphere, lovely beach, restaurants, and relaxed pace allow for post-hike relaxation. The sunny climate enhances levada walks, and the town provides ample hotels, amenities, and tour operators. For a Madeira levada trip, Ponta do Sol's location, trails, atmosphere, and climate make it an ideal base.
Guest review byZdenek Klofac
Czech Republic

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