"This is an exceptional property. There is a lot of wood in the decor which some will find a bit dated but it is very well executed and spotless. It harks to a different era and does it very well. The food across all of its restaurants is of the highest standard and sets it apart from any other property in my 40yrs of travel. Of course the Michelin 2☆ is expensive but they executed a pop-up restaurant on the pier next to the Sea whilst we stayed which was flawless. The 2 Michelin recommended restaurants Avista and Asia were incredible value. The surprise for me was the quality at the poolside "cafe" better than any UK gastropub. The flowers and grounds around the hotel were beautiful. The staff (excepting one) were friendly, gracious, attentive and anticipate guests needs perfectly. The breakfast in Avista, the happy hour at the Cliff bar were great. You could find fault in there not being complimentary water around the pools. In other properties you might receive complimentary ice lollies around the pools. These small details do not detract from this property. I look forward to returning in 2 years.
I strongly recommend."
"Amazing hotel and staff! Very clean and lovely rooftop bar and pool - front desk gave many great recommendations, from hikes to restaurants. Would absolutely stay again! Recommended a parking lot 5 minute walk away that’s only €4.50 per day, so was easy to have a rental car."
"Hotel was fantastic,staff very friendly make you feel very welcome,breakfast excellent,roof top pool and main pool very clean great atmosphere.
Rooms modern and air conditioned,The food in the hotel restaurant was fantastic and lots of choice salmon dish and the crème brûlée is a must try ,Definitely recommend and would not hesitate to return all in all we had a great stay here."
"Rooms were well maintained and staff were generally helpful. Food was okay would have appreciated some fusion for dinner. Otherwise breakfast was solid but nothing to rave about"
"Incredible location and the service can't be beat - only negative I can think of is that the parking is a little expensive and the lot is small. Other than that, incredible experience - will definitely be staying here again."
"Really excellent stay here, first time to this Hotel, 5th time to Madeira.
I have no hesitation to recommend this hotel, one of the best I have ever stayed at!
Staff are really nice, friendly, and cannot do enough for you.
Rooms - Standard, all very ample, clean and tidy, ample room etc.
I would pick a full sea view if possible.
Food and Drinks, amazing, loads of choices. Lots to choose from! breakfast all very good, lunch excellent and dinner. Sports Bar and Snack area are amazing.
Great location, checkin and reception staff all very good, again cannot do enough for you.
Would 100% revisit this hotel with our family again!
Also the come around at the pool and can get drinks for you - amazing, but I choice at some days to get it myself, exercise and all that :)"
Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your money for fun things to do. We've heard good things about the marina and other attractions in this destination, as well as the sporting events.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look identical, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), low prices and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in Funchal?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These options get the best reviews from our travellers and could be a good place to start: Santa Maria - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Funchal Farmers Market. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, tour/ticket assistance and laundry facilities. Rooms come with bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. Lazareto 148 Hostel - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and free Wi-Fi. 109 Funchal Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Town Square. Property features include free Wi-Fi, an arcade/games room and tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels, TVs and bed sheets. 29 Madeira Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Town Square. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and tour/ticket assistance at this property. You'll find towels and free Wi-Fi in all rooms.
How many hostels are there in Funchal?
If you're hoping to find a low-cost place to stay in Funchal, one of Expedia's 8 hostels might be a great option for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Funchal?
Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Funchal is 495 mm.
What is there to see and do in Funchal?
In general, Funchal is known for its gardens, restaurants and parks. Get out into nature with places such as Madeira Botanical Garden, Monte Palace Gardens and Palheiro Gardens. Cultural attractions include CR7 Museum, Funchal Sacred Art Museum and Quinta das Cruzes Museum. Locals like to shop at Funchal Farmers Market and Centro Comercial Forum Madeira.
What's the best way to get to and around Funchal while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Funchal in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo), 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from the city centre.