Hotel Eden Mar in Funchal is part of the Porto Bay Hotels & Resorts, a Portuguese hotel group with six hotels on Madeira. The Porto Bay group has drawn up a sustainability policy to make sure their hotels will take environmental issues into account in order to minimize their footprint on the environment. For example: reducing water consumption, developing energy efficiency plans, and a preference for local suppliers selling certified and regional produce. Read more »
Blandy’s is one of the most well-known producers of Madeira wine. Join the guided tour at Blandy’s Wine Lodge to learn more about the production of Madeira wine and enjoy a wine tasting. Madeira wine is made in a unique process, the wine is heated up to temperatures as high as 60 degrees celcius. Read more »
One of the most beautiful botanical gardens in the world had many different functions before it was turned into the Monte Palace Tropical Gardens. In the 18th century it was bought by the British consul and turned into an estate. After that, it became a mansion, a hotel and eventually to what it is now: a tropical garden with beautiful flora & fauna, art and an amazing view of the bay of Funchal. Read more »
Located on top of a cliff and surrounded by subtropical gardens, Reid’s Palace is a majestic place. Read more »
Design Hotel The Vine is located in a shopping mall in Funchal. Responsible for the interior design of this hip and stylishly decorated hotel is local designer Nini Andrade Silva. She drew her inspiration from Madeiran wine production and the influence of each season. These combined to the use of different colours that can be found on each floor. Read more »
