The 12 Best Boutique Hotels in Madeira, Portugal

If you’ve been dreaming of rugged volcanic scenery, golden sandy beaches, and colorful villages that look like they haven’t changed in decades, Madeira is the place for you.

An archipelago of four volcanic islands floating off the western coast of Morocco, Madeira is brimming with natural beauty, drool-worthy seafood, and a laid-back way of life you can’t help but fall in love with!

Madeira is home to all sorts of great places to stay, from cool and trendy resorts to rustic, family-owned boutique hotels. To help you make the right choice, we’ve put together a list of the top 12 boutique hotels in Madeira!

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Porto Bay Serra Golf

A wonderful place to stay if you’re a fan of nature, the gardens surrounding the hotel are home to more than 90 different species of flowers, all of which are clearly labeled and bloom throughout the year.

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Castanheiro Boutique Hotel

Despite the historical roots of the building, Castanheiro Boutique Hotel is brimming with modern elements. Head to the rooftop, and you’ll discover an incredible infinity pool with views that stretch all across Funchal.

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Estalagem Ponta de Sol

When you need to get away from it all, Estalagem Ponta de Sol is one of the best places to stay in Madeira. Enjoying a prestigious location on a tall cliff, high above the peaceful village of Ponta do Sol, this hotel is a work of art.

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Sé Boutique Hotel

Set in the beating heart of Funchal, Sé Boutique Hotel is a bright and colorful boutique hotel with a quirky, offbeat vibe. Decorated in vibrant blues, yellows, reds, and greens, the hotel brings a smile to your face as soon as you go through the entrance and is filled with surprises and delights just waiting to be discovered.

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Hotel The Vine

One of the coolest hotels in Madeira, Hotel the Vine is the perfect place to stay if you love a glass of wine. The hotel’s talented designer transformed her love of the island’s fortified wine into every inch of the building.

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