Old Town Funchal Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Our pick of the best Old Town Funchal Hotel Deals

Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria

Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria

4 out of 5
Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades, Madeirenses 50, Funchal
The price is NZ$691 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$691
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (450 reviews)
"Very pleasant overall experience 👍🙏"

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria
Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature

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

5 out of 5
Avenida do Infante, 25, Funchal
The price is NZ$826 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$826
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (583 reviews)
"Best place in the world"

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

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

Saccharum Resort

5 out of 5
Rua Serra de Água, 1, Calheta
The price is NZ$624 per night from 24 July to 25 July
NZ$624
24 July - 25 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Calheta. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (899 reviews)
"Absolutely loved our stay"

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Saccharum Resort
Barcelo Funchal Oldtown

Barcelo Funchal Oldtown

5 out of 5
Rua Da Alfandega 9, Funchal, Maadeira
The price is NZ$515 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
NZ$515
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (226 reviews)
"A good central location in the old town. Breakfast was amazing and we enjoyed the rooftop terrace. Rooms were well designed. However, the hotel isn't as fancy as other 5 star resorts in the Funchal! Pool is much smaller than the pictures make it look."

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Barcelo Funchal Oldtown
Dreams Madeira Resort Spa & Marina - All Inclusive

Dreams Madeira Resort Spa & Marina - All Inclusive

5 out of 5
Sitio da Piedade, Machico, Madeira
The price is NZ$716 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$716
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Machico. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 7 restaurants. Popular attractions Madeira Whale Museum and Sao Lourenco Point ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (102 reviews)
"Beautiful! A lovely stay."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Dreams Madeira Resort Spa & Marina - All Inclusive
Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira

Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira

5 out of 5
Estrada Monumental 139, Funchal
The price is NZ$1,416 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$1,416
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (578 reviews)
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Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Funchal

Museum of Natural History featuring a city and street scenes

Sao Pedro

5/5(1 area review)

Sao Pedro is known for its colourful gardens, and you can plan a trip to Santa Clara Monastery and Holy Trinity Church while you're in town.

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Imaculado Coracao de Maria

Visitors to Imaculado Coracao de Maria like its gardens and seaside views, and Quinta Palmeira is a sight worth a stop.

Imaculado Coracao de Maria
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São Roque

São Roque is well liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Funchal area, you might plan a trip to Madeira Congress Center or Monte Palace Gardens.

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Santana

Visitors to Santana rave about its fantastic nightlife, breathtaking beach views and beautiful gardens. You might also want to make some time to see Madeira Theme Park or Pico Das Pedras while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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Estrela da Calheta

Estrela da Calheta might not have many top sights, but 25 Fontes and Cascada da Risco and Paul do Mar Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Estrela da Calheta

Old Town Funchal Travel Guide

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