Hotels and houses in Madeira: all of them with a swimming pool
Nestled in the hills of Funchal, and therefore with beautiful views, you will find The Views Baia Hotel. Nice and central (you have to go up the hill when you walk back, but that was very doable), lush plants and flowers, and with a swimming pool where you can cool off on warmer days. There is also a bar at that pool, so a 'quick splash' could easily take a while. You will also find a gym (with a view that you certainly won't find in every gym), the rooms are spacious and with really nice beds plus the breakfast is really extensive. Very nice place to play Funchal. The in-house restaurant Disarm has been awarded a Michelin star in 2024, so if you could reserve a place there, we would say: go for it!
Also very nice: The Views Baia has its own parking spaces, and if you come with your own rental car, it is convenient.
Quinta do Furão stands on a cliff at Achada do Gramacho in Santana, on the northeast coast of Madeira. It is a hotel with a good restaurant (also a lot of choice for vegetarians), great views, and they have their own vineyard: fantastic place! You can (fortunately!) also have lunch or dinner at the restaurant if you are not staying there. The people behind Quinta do Furão organize all kinds of fun activities, such as a poncha (local drink) workshop, bread baking, botanical tours, yoga and wine tastings. If you let us know in time, you can also participate as a non-hotel guest and then you can enjoy an afternoon of lunch and wine tasting at Quinta do Furão in one go. Not bad at all.
You can also sleep at Quinta do Furȁo. Even the simple rooms are beautiful, all with views over the sea and cliffs plus the pool is in the middle of the vineyard. Now you again.
Located in a 50-year-old art deco-style shopping mall, there you will find Three House Hotel, near the Mercado dos Lavradores. Towering above Funchal and with the most beautiful view of the city. With a drink in your hand and feet in the water, you can enjoy the vibrant life around the hotel, the sea and mountains from the swimming pool. But still on one peaceful way. Sounds good, right? Oh yes, also quite nice: there is a gym, a TV with Netflix, a cocktail bar and a super good restaurant. So you certainly don't have to go far, but you can. The rooftop bar is beautiful, but also a bit dated swanky: think bottle service of people with just too much aftershave and self-confidence. The swimming pool is on the same floor, but only for hotel guests, so you can keep an eye on the swanky people from just the right distance.
First: the pool! A beautiful light blue swimming pool between the green trees of this characterful B&B. It is located a bit from Funchal, 15 minutes to be precise (about 14 euros with Bolt). So you can relax there, but lively Funchal is close by. Best of both worlds, even if we say so ourselves. They also have chickens, dogs, sheep and goats hopping around here. Pleasant! The owners do their utmost to make you feel at home; they will bring you breakfast including eggs from their own chickens. Already booking? We get it. There is a choice of eleven rooms, so it is also a good place if you are looking for something for a larger group.
Lots of wood, a swimming pool and the most beautiful sunsets at this incredibly beautiful location in the west of Madeira. The cottage is located high on a mountain so you can get from the infinity pool can see for miles across the ocean. Oh yes the sunset, spectacular is the only word here! With a panoramic view over the ocean; you don't want to miss it. It is a spacious, luxurious chalet for ultimate zen moments. Not convinced yet? Breakfast is served in the house, and massages can also be booked. Let's gooo!
Do you want to be completely one with nature are? As if you are part of it yourself? Then you really have to Calheta Glamping Pods – Nature Retreat don't skip it. A pod so, half glass and/or open. Stargazing, or sunsets, from the porch. Romantic much! It's small, but it wouldn't be glamping if you weren't made as comfortable as possible. Balcony, sitting area, hammock, flat screen TV, fully equipped kitchenette. Sea view, did we mention that? So it is, also from the bright blue swimming pool.
Glamorous, roaring 20's movie star vibes. If you want luxury, this is a 5 star hotel Reid's Palace your place! Located on a cliff, among subtropical gardens, with a view across the Atlantic Ocean. A beautiful restaurant (several even), also called “foodie heaven”. Not unimportant, the William Restaurant has been awarded a Michelin star. Furthermore, this wonderful hotel has a spa, three swimming pools and direct access to the ocean. All rooms are elegant, with marble bathroom floors and of course a balcony. Do you want to go one step further? There are also therapy suites with private indoor and outdoor hot tubs. The finest treatments – with world-class spa brands – are done here. Anyways, a chic, elegant place, perfect for couples. You can make a splash in the pool or straight into the sea.
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