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Compare 240 places to stay in Funchal

Every property in the Funchal catalogue rated 7.0 or better, in one place.

FiltersLido

Where in the city?

Lido263Sé33Old town41São Pedro72Santa Luzia15Monte6

Where in the city?AnyLido (86)Sé (33)Old town (41)São Pedro (72)Santa Luzia (15)Monte (6)

What kind of place?

Hotel24Apartment59Guest house3

What kind of place?AnyHotel (24)Apartment (59)Guest house (3)

Guest rating

9+ Exceptional308–9 Very good377–8 Good12

Guest ratingAny9+ Exceptional (30)8–9 Very good (37)7–8 Good (12)

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Suite Hotel Jardins Da Ajuda

7.9/10 · 3,214Excellent

Golden Residence Hotel

8.6/10 · 2,400Excellent

Meliá Madeira Mare

8.9/10 · 1,960Very Good

GuestHouse Vila Lusitania

8.1/10 · 1,663Good

Muthu Raga Madeira Hotel

7.4/10 · 1,639Very Good

Vila Baleira Funchal

8.0/10 · 1,591Wonderful

Pestana Vila Lido Madeira Ocean Hotel

9.1/10 · 1,386Good

Florasol Residence Hotel - Dorisol hotels

7.9/10 · 1,191

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Apartments and holiday homes in Funchal

192 places · from €65

Places to stay in Funchal rated 9 and above

99 places · from €100

Where to stay in the Lido

86 places · from €65

Where to stay in São Pedro

72 places · from €68

Hotels in Funchal

47 places · from €113

Where to stay in Funchal's old town

41 places · from €72

Where to stay in the Sé, Funchal's centre

33 places · from €83

Guest houses and B&Bs in Funchal

19 places · from €68

Where to stay in Santa Luzia

15 places · from €113

Where to stay in Monte

6 places · from €156

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Places to stay

• Apartments and holiday homes in Funchal192
• Places to stay in Funchal rated 9 and above99
• Where to stay in the Lido86
• Where to stay in São Pedro72
• Hotels in Funchal47
• Where to stay in Funchal's old town41
• Where to stay in the Sé, Funchal's centre33
• Guest houses and B&Bs in Funchal19
• Where to stay in Santa Luzia15
• Where to stay in Monte6

What you get

You are reviewing a cluster of 86 properties within a larger set of 263 rooms and suites across the island. This group sits west of the centre, running along the seafront promenade and wrapping around the Lido bathing complex. About half of the city’s hotels fall inside this boundary.

You will find yourself close to the water and the open boardwalk, but the cathedral, the market and the old town sit a bus ride or a long walk to the east. If you prefer staying near the coast while keeping the historic core accessible, this collection matches that plan. The listings cover a wide range of sizes and setups, so you decide which floor, view and service level fit your schedule.

You can filter by dates and see availability right away, but the core choice comes down to location, budget and how many other travellers have stayed recently. The layout keeps you within walking distance of the promenade, while the main attractions require transport. You trade immediate proximity to the old quarter for quieter evenings and direct coastal access.

The 86 listings represent roughly 33 percent of the total inventory, which signals a focused market rather than a scattered one. You can walk the promenade in minutes, but reaching the central landmarks requires planning ahead for transit. This geographic split shapes how you allocate your time and money.

Three picks from 86 choices: widest review record, strongest rating on proven reviews, and best value among highly rated.

Most reviewed

Suite Hotel Jardins Da Ajuda

7.9 out of 10 from 3,214 reviews, from €143

Most extensively reviewed option available.

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Best rated

In-Town Residences

9.6 out of 10 from 62 reviews, from €357

Top rating backed by substantial review volume.

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Lowest price, well rated

Terrace Mar Suite Hotel

8.6 out of 10 from 683 reviews, from €137

The lowest starting price among the well rated.

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What these cost, and what you get for more

Entry prices run from €65 to €980, with the middle point at €212. The group splits into three clear bands. 4 properties start between €60 and €120. 48 properties start between €120 and €250.

34 properties start at €250 and over. When you move up the scale, you usually trade basic room size for better positioning, higher floors, or more consistent service standards. The €60 to €120 tier covers the smallest share of the group, so options narrow quickly at that entry level.

The €120 to €250 band holds the majority, giving you the widest selection of layouts and amenities. The €250 and over segment contains more than a third of the group, often reflecting newer builds, larger suites, or direct beach access. 52 properties offer free cancellation, which covers most of the mid-range and upper-range options.

You can lock in a rate without guessing whether your plans will hold, though the exact deadline depends on the individual operator. If your budget caps at €120, you will likely accept fewer extras. If you stretch past €250, you gain more predictable quality and easier access to the promenade.

The price spread shows where competition is tightest and where operators charge for premium positioning. You can use the €212 median as a benchmark to gauge whether a specific listing falls into the standard range or requires a deliberate upgrade. The wide gap between the lowest and highest entry points means you must decide early whether cost savings outweigh location premiums.

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Meliá Madeira Mare

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How far to trust the ratings

Scores matter, but the number of votes behind them matters more. Out of the 86 listings, 67 sit on a sound basis of at least 10 votes. 53 of those carry a score of 8.1 and above. 12 sit between 7.0 and below 8.1.

2 drop below 7.0, and they still count toward the evidence pool because a low score backed by 10 reviews is still a reliable signal. The remaining 19 listings lack that threshold. 16 rely on fewer than 10 votes, and 3 have not gathered a single vote yet.

A score of 9.0 from 3 guests tells you very little about consistency. A score of 7.5 from 50 guests tells you exactly what to expect. When you compare properties here, check the vote count first. High numbers with strong backing point to steady operations.

Low numbers with weak backing point to new arrivals or seasonal fluctuations. The group overall leans positive, but you should treat any rating under 10 votes as a preliminary read rather than a firm guarantee. Thin evidence means the score could shift noticeably after the next batch of guests checks in.

You can safely build your shortlist around the 67 properties with solid backing, while leaving the 19 with sparse feedback for later comparison. The 8.1 threshold acts as a practical cutoff for reliability, separating established operations from untested newcomers.

Which one to pick

Inside the group, 8 listings stand out for their combination of price, score and review volume. Meliá Madeira Mare starts at €366 and carries an 8.9 from 1,960 votes. Hotel Porto Mare - PortoBay starts at €378 and also holds an 8.9, backed by 1,067 votes.

Pestana Vila Lido Madeira Ocean Hotel starts at €493 and reaches a 9.1 from 1,386 votes. Suite Hotel Eden Mar - PortoBay starts at €312 and sits at 8.7 from 541 votes. Florasol Residence Hotel - Dorisol hotels starts at €153 and holds a 7.9 from 1,191 votes.

Lido Mar - Hotels area starts at €130 with a 7.9 from 27 votes. Lido View Calla by an island apart starts at €315 and reaches 8.8 from 51 votes. Quinta da Bela Vista starts at €363 with an 8.5 from 221 votes. All 8 carry at least 10 votes, so their scores reflect actual guest experience rather than early impressions.

If you prioritise proven comfort and steady service, the top 3 by vote count and score give you the clearest picture. If you want to keep costs lower while still landing a reviewed property, Florasol Residence Hotel and Lido Mar offer solid entry points with substantial feedback. Beyond this cluster, you can step sideways into broader or narrower filters.

Every place to stay covers 263 properties. Hotels narrows it to 47. Apartments expands to 192. Guest houses drops to 19.

Rated 9 and above captures 99 high scorers. Location-based groups include The Sé with 33, the old town with 41, São Pedro with 72, Santa Luzia with 15, and Monte with 6. You draw your line by deciding whether location proximity or review depth matters more to your itinerary.

Pick the property whose vote count matches your tolerance for risk, and whose price fits your daily budget. The neighbouring groups let you shift focus away from the coast if the historic districts suit your schedule better.