Hotel situated in landscaped gardens in the hills above Funchal, with panoramic views of the mountains, town and ocean. Rooms are decorated with limed oak and Wilton carpets and open onto balconies; all have Portuguese marble and oak bathrooms. Guests can relax in indoor and outdoor pools, and in the spa with sauna, Turkish bath, Vichy shower and massage treatments.

Resort-style hotel set in subtropical gardens on a clifftop with views over the Atlantic, and direct access to the sea. Air-conditioned guestrooms open onto furnished balconies and have marble bathrooms; all include minibars and cable TV. Guests can cool off in indoor and outdoor pools, dine in three restaurants, and enjoy health and beauty treatments at the spa.

With direct private access to the sea, this magnificent ocean-front hotel is 700 metres from the centre of Funchal. Decorated with Eastern and Western influences, guestrooms include balconies with sea views, air conditioning and cable TV. After a day relaxing beside the lagoon pools, guests can enjoy fine cuisine in a choice of restaurants.

Large resort set in subtropical gardens and situated on a cliff overlooking the sea, 1 km from Praia Formosa beach and 4 km from Funchal centre. The 250 air-conditioned guestrooms have light contemporary decor and all offer satellite TV, minibars and balconies. The health and spa centre offers massages, sauna, steam room, beauty treatments, gymnasium and glass-roofed indoor pool.

Beachfront complex with tropical gardens, set on the Cabo Girao cliffs on the Ponta da Cruz, three kilometres from Funchal. Air-conditioned guestrooms feature balconies with mountain or sea views; marble bathrooms include bathrobes and toiletries. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor seawater pool, or indulge in Turkish baths, sauna and massage treatments at the spa.

The hotel is set in a Madeiran manor house, in Monte village with its tropical gardens, seven kilometres from Funchal. Guestrooms have classic decor and garden views; all offer direct-dial phones, cable television and Internet access. Guests can pamper themselves with treatments and massage at the Vistas Spa, and sample Madeiran cuisine in the restaurant.

Classic resort hotel set in lush gardens and situated 800 metres from the beach, and one kilometre from Funchal centre. Air-conditioned guestrooms have classic decor and extend to furnished balconies with sea or mountain views; all with cable TV. After a relaxing Turkish bath or massage, guests can laze by the pools, play tennis and enjoy cocktails in the Piano Bar.

Modern hillside hotel with dramatic views Formosa Bay and direct access to the beach, five kilometres from Funchal centre. Apartments feature light contemporary decor and balconies with sea views; all include kitchenettes, phones and satellite TV. Guests can sip cocktails by the pool or in the hot tub, work out in the gym, or take advantage of the free bus to Funchal.

Large top class hotel set in its tropical gardens on the cliffs along Funchal’s coastline with direct access to the beach. Air-conditioned guestrooms feature light, contemporary decor; all have balconies with sea or mountain views and satellite TV. Guests can enjoy outdoor and indoor pools, health club, tennis, children’s pool and play area, six restaurants and two bars.

Designed by Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer, this modern hotel is set in cliff top gardens two kilometres from the harbour. Air-conditioned guestrooms have contemporary decor in pale pastels and include balconies, satellite television, and minibars. Guests can swim in the pool, relax with a massage or beauty treatment, enjoy a cocktail or try their luck in the casino.

Modern aparthotel set 500 metres from the Atlantic Ocean on the south coast of Madeira, two kilometres from Funchal centre. Apartments feature modern decor and open onto furnished balconies with sea views, all have kitchenettes and satellite TV. Guests can relax beside the outdoor pool, or in the sauna and spa tub, while the more active can use the gym or tennis court.

Eighteenth-century restored manor house with views of valley of Sao Vicente, 500 metres from Grutas de Sao Vicente Caves. Guestrooms with traditional decor, patterned fabrics and wooden floors have balconies, cable television, Internet and minibars. Guests can unwind with a Turkish bath and sauna, play a game of minigolf or croquet, and tuck into regional dishes and wines.

Small, peaceful hotel in a lush clifftop setting with spectacular ocean views, 12 kilometres from Funchal. Bright, modern guestrooms open to balconies with ocean views; all are equipped with cable TV and minibars. Guests can relax in the spa with a sauna and massage, enjoy live evening entertainment, and choose between five restaurants.

Modern holiday complex in a peaceful oceanfront setting, 8 kilometres from the airport and 12 kilometres from Funchal. Bright, modern guestrooms all open onto balconies with sea views and provide cable television and minibars. Extensive amenities include a scuba diving school, two pools, three squash courts, three bars and five restaurants.

Renovated seven-storey boutique hotel, originally built in 1888, set high on a hill overlooking Funchal Bay. Guestrooms feature stone floors, dark wood furniture and lime green fabrics; all include complimentary Internet connections. Hotel houses Turkish baths and a large outdoor pool with sun terrace; the restaurant offers views of the bay.

Modern resort with extensive grounds, located three kilometres from Funchal city centre and one kilometre from the beach. The 91 guestrooms have pastel colour schemes with marble bathrooms; all offer balconies, televisions, minibars and safes. Health facilities include a sauna, jetted tub and Turkish bath, with a solarium located on the panoramic 6th-floor terrace.

Modern high-rise building overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, located in the Lido holiday area, just 500 metres from the beach. Guestrooms have simple decor and balconies with sea views; all include satellite television, minibars and refrigerators. Guests can relax in the sauna and jetted tub, work out in the gym, and swim in indoor and outdoor pools, with a poolside bar.

Modern Mediterranean property located 100 metres from the Lido and two kilometres from Funchal city centre and cathedral. Guestrooms are decorated in blue and white with wood furnishing; all include Internet connections and balconies. Guests can soak up the sun in the solarium, cool off with a dip in the outdoor pool and take time out in the sauna or library.