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We've compiled the best of the best in Madeira - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.
There are few hotels in Madeira that can claim to have a view as impressive as the Eira do Serrado: perched on the edge of a mountain overlooking the Curral Das Freiras, this modern hotel has a simple style but all the amenities you could want, including a restaurant and bar, an indoor pool, a sauna and whirlpool, a gym, and even a lounge with a billiards table.
This friendly inn is a five-minute walk along a garden path to the old town and an easy stroll to Barreirinha Beach; each of the guest rooms has a large balcony, and top-floor rooms also have sea views. There's also a library, small pool, and fitness center, plus lots of charm from the friendly owners.
A sunny terrace shaded by snowy white umbrellas and a glittering swimming pool are among the best reasons to stay at this simple but pleasant hotel on a quiet street in the center of town. Rooms are straightforward but cozy, and some have pleasant views of the municipal gardens.
This charming guesthouse is tucked away off the road that runs along São Vicente's waterfront, which means you're away from the traffic but still enjoy ocean views from upstairs. The simple but stylish rooms are more like small apartments accommodating from two to five people with kitchenettes where you can make the most of local produce from the nearby market.
