Madeira Regency Cliff  

Perched on a cliff above Funchal’s Lido, this boutique hotel offers dramatic Atlantic panoramas just a five-minute drive from the city centre. Walk to Monte Palace Tropical Garden and Santa Clara Monastery in under 10 minutes. Ponta Gorda Bathing Complex is practically next door and CR7 Museum, the shopping forum and city sights are a short drive away.

A stylish 4-star boutique property with 59 contemporary rooms, including 2 suites and 6 junior suites. Rooms open onto furnished balconies with ocean views and come with flat-screen TVs, air conditioning, minibars, and coffee/tea facilities. Suites add Nespresso machines, trouser presses and multimedia players. Contemporary décor, landscaped gardens and direct access to the Lido Promenade set the scene for sea-breeze mornings and relaxed evenings.

Soak in heated outdoor and indoor pools, sweat it out in the well-equipped fitness centre, or unwind in the Turkish bath and massage rooms. There’s a pool bar and terrace for alfresco chilling, concierge and tour desk for local excursions, plus laundry, lift access and limited on-site parking. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in rooms and public areas.

A business centre and computer station keep work humming, with 24-hour front desk service and dry cleaning/laundry available. Limited parking and concierge services help with transfers and logistics.

Mistral Restaurant serves regional and international dishes on an ocean-view terrace. Sip cocktails at the bar or the poolside bar, grab a snack at the café, or order room service during limited hours.