Well located in the centre of Funchal, Barceló Funchal Oldtown provides air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a fitness centre.
Avital
Israel
We stayed at the hotel for 8 days.
Excellent location near the port at sea level.
The room was big with a great shower and comfortable beds. I have never slept so well in a hotel before.
The staff was very friendly and helpful.
I highly recommend 👌
Thank you
This restored Madeiran mansion is located 900 metres from Funchal's Old Town and has scenic views of the sea, the city and the mountains from its own botanical gardens and terraces.
Laure
Belgium
Ideal location, helpful and kindest staff, amazing breakfast, all facilities available.
Located in Funchal, 1.7 km from Almirante Reis Beach, Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature provides accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a...
Geoffrey
Jersey
The breakfast was well provided for fruit and cereals but eggs were were almost well cooked and waiting ready to eat! The toaster was not really effective.
The main issue was the lack of staff there were many at breakfast but our room was not cleaned until late on may days. The restaurants that were available were unable to accept us though only half full we could only assume the staff were not available.
We had pre dinner drinks on one night waiting for our table and found the bar person dealing with two bars at one time with a distance in between! We finally had our drinks served in our room together with apologies for the delay.
The staff without reservation were helpful and delightful but it is a very large hotel and needs the level of staff to manage correctly.
Our bedroom was as we expected and the only downturn was the beds were very firm and the three pillows so large in one case and too soft in another.
Offering an outdoor pool and spa centre, Castanheiro Boutique Hotel is set in Funchal, 500 metres from Marina do Funchal.
Magda M*
Poland
It was our third stay at this wonderful hotel and it never fails to impress. Housed in a beautiful historic building with a very stylish design, which I love, the hotel offers stunning rooms and increadibly friendly staff. We're welcomed with a glass of prosecco, what was very nice gesture. You can feel the attention to detail in every aspect, making guests feel truly cared for. The breakfast was delicious, with the option to order a la carte dishes and wide variety of local fruits, including passion fruits and figs. We had an unforgettable dinner at the Typographia restaurant, which provided an exceptional culinary experience. The rooftop pool is a perfect place to relax on sunbeds after exploring the island, offering breathtaking view of the Funchal skyline, also in the night. We will definately return! Can't wait!
Featuring a restaurant and a bar, Hotel Cajú is set in Funchal, less than 1 km from Almirante Reis Beach and a 6-minute walk from Marina do Funchal.
Andrea
Slovakia
A small, cozy design hotel; perfect location; walking distance to the old town, slightly longer to the cable car station; the hotel is located in the pedestrian area with several restaurants within a few steps from the doorstep of the hotel (we appreciated the evening after a tiring day :-)); very nice and helpful staff (especially at the reception); super healthy breakfast, exactly as much as you need :-)...
Located in the hills surrounding Funchal, this 18th-century mansion is set in extensive botanical gardens with 600 different plant species. All rooms have balconies overlooking the gardens.
Sheila
United Kingdom
Small, friendly hotel. Excellent food & service. Plan to return.
Well located in the centre of Funchal, Barceló Funchal Oldtown provides air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a fitness centre.
Stunning hotel in a stunning location. Couldn't fault anything!
This restored Madeiran mansion is located 900 metres from Funchal's Old Town and has scenic views of the sea, the city and the mountains from its own botanical gardens and terraces.
Beautiful and quiet place for stay
Excellent breakfast
Hotel Madeira is a 3-star hotel in Funchal's city centre, close to shops and restaurants. It offers free WiFi access. Each room has a private bathroom with walk-in shower and hairdryer.
Good location, comfortable room, good value food and drink.
Recently awarded as Europe's Leading Design Hotel, the luxurious Vine Hotel is located in Funchal and offers a fusion restaurant with stunning views, a Wine Therapy Spa, and a rooftop infinity pool.
The location, facilities and staff were all fantastic.
Hotel Sirius features a rooftop terrace offering panoramic views of Funchal’s picturesque city centre. It has free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and offers spacious accommodation with private balconies.
Breakfast was good. Excellent view from the balcony.
Hotel Catedral offers elegantly decorated rooms in Funchal’s city centre. It features panoramic views of the area. It also offers free WiFi, as well as free parking.
The staff, the comfortable room with a wonderful varanda
Do Carmo offers a rooftop pool with views of Funchal and the Atlantic. It is located close to the Funchal Cathedral, the old town and the marina. There is a billiards room for lazy afternoons.
All of the staff were excellent with out exception
Located on the Funchal seafront, this hotel offers panoramic views over the Atlantic. It provides rooms with kitchenettes and balconies, 2 pools and a spa centre with spa bath and sauna.
Breakfast was amazing, tons of choices with mini Portuguese tarts , 😋
Set in a historic building of central Funchal, Monte Carlo features a large elevated terrace and roof-top pool overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. It is located only 800 metres from the Funchal Marina.
The stuff, the view, the room size and the hotel style
Conveniently located in the Sao Pedro district of Funchal, Hotel GORDON is set 1.3 km from Almirante Reis Beach, 3 km from Gorgulho - Gavinas Beach and 700 metres from Marina do Funchal.
Good location, the old town is 20 minutes walk away
Located in the heart of Funchal, the recently-renovated 4-star Hotel Windsor offers modern rooms. On the roof top there is a bar, a solarium and an outdoor pool overlooking the city centre.
Le personnel très disponible,Hôtel en centre ville
Located in the heart of the historic Funchal City, this guest house is just a 5-minute walk to the Atlantic Ocean. The cathedral and flower market are also close by.
Emplacement idéal, parking low cost à 5 min à pied
Farmers' Market
Funchal’s main market started out in 1940 and still sees shoppers flock to browse its selection of fresh flowers, greeting you as soon as you walk through the entrance. Even if you’re not out to purchase anything, the architecture and ambience alone are inviting. Design buffs will appreciate the azulejo-style Batisttini Faience tiles, complemented by the waft of exotic blooms that fills the air.
Planning a trip to see the Farmers' Market? Check out the latest reviews and scores
Scored 2.0
2.0
The fruit we purchased was very very expensive and indeed I...
The fruit we purchased was very very expensive and indeed I believe we were ripped off, a few (3) bananas, figs and two small Avon’s, charged in excess of €40 Euros, when I challenged the pricing I was told “what do you expect it’s exotic fruit” the items we purchased were far less expensive on the stalls in the town centre! So Beware.
Andrew
United Kingdom
Scored 8.0
8.0
The market is really nice to visit but don't buy fruits here...
The market is really nice to visit but don't buy fruits here! Sure seeing all this colours and shapes is really tempting but the prices in the market are strictly for tourists and therefore incredibly high!
Andrea Torrone
Italy
Scored 6.0
6.0
I was ripped off by one of the sellers.
I was ripped off by one of the sellers. Two ladies selling tropical fruit. The fruit stand was in the name of someone called Francisco Abreu. Basically, they sold me 1kg of bananas at 29,50 euros and 1 kg of passion fruit at 25 euros. I kept the receipt as proof. AVOID STAND 48, please, please. The two ladies were also rude when I tried to confront them. Unfortunately, this event changed/shaped completely my experience there. I left thinking that I would never go back to Madeira.
On the other end, at the ground floor I got to buy flowers from this old lady with two sons that were very nice and seemed very honest and trustworthy.
Love Tomar
Portugal
Scored 6.0
6.0
Market itself if nice but this is rather as tourist...
Market itself if nice but this is rather as tourist attraction not the local market when local people usually shop.
You can try the fruits however not sure if this is good idea during current Covid-19 issue, as they are using the same spoon to put fruit on your spoon and often touching one to another.
Also I did find it not right when buying more than one type of fruits, they were weighing all together and taking average price to charge you for the lot. I mean if one fruit was EUR19 /kg and another EUR23 /kg, they charge average price of EUR22 /kg. So when there is more of the 19/kg in the bag then you are paying more EUR for the cheaper product.
Meecowhy
United Kingdom
Scored 8.0
8.0
Saturday morning is when the local people will be shopping =...
Saturday morning is when the local people will be shopping = lots of authentic activity. In the afternoon the city is very peaceful and the best timing for visiting. If you intend shopping in the market, first have a walk around all the fruit vending stalls and shops to discover where the locals would buy so as to avoid falling prey to the pushy/aggressive sales personnel who are targeting tourists
Joao
Portugal
Scored 6.0
6.0
We were underwhelmed.
We were underwhelmed. The room where the day's catch of fish are cleaned and gutted was moderately interesting. The rest--two levels of merchants selling over-priced fruits, vegetables, t-shirts and souvenirs-was less varied, less interesting and less "authentic" than almost any mercado or farmers' market in any modrately sized town in Europe or North or South America.
John
United States
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