Quinta das Vistas Palace Gardens  

Tucked in Funchal's São Pedro district at Caminho de Santo António 52, this adults-only Colonial hotel sits minutes from the Madeira Congress Center, CR7 Museum and the Funchal Farmers Market — ideal for culture and conference seekers.

Seventy-one air-conditioned rooms mix Colonial bones with modern tech. Expect minibars, Smart TVs, private balconies and bathrooms with bidets and complimentary toiletries. The vibe is polished and relaxed, with spa and pool facilities anchoring the property.

Soak in both an outdoor pool and an indoor pool, unwind with massages, facials and body treatments, or hit the fitness center. Extras include a Turkish bath and Jacuzzi (extra charge), a reading room, concierge service, a banquet hall and a poolside bar — perfect for sea-breeze mornings on the terrace.

Services for travelers include a 24-hour front desk, limo/town car service, dry cleaning/laundry and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge). Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected.

La Belle Terrasse serves drinks and alfresco meals from its bar/lounge, and there's a poolside bar for light bites and cocktails. Limited-hour room service is available for late nights or lazy mornings.