Belmond Reid's Palace
Madeira, Portugal
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About the Hotel
In Portugal's Madeira Islands, with sweeping vistas of the Atlantic Ocean, Belmond Reid's Palace is a quintessential European resort. Opened in 1891 and host to many European dignitaries - including Winston Churchill, who penned his war memoirs here after leaving office - this exquisite hotel offers full-service, five-star accommodations. Its superb location in Funchal is off the coast West Africa, and features a coastline of volcanic rock that adds both texture and interest to the seaside setting. Opulent rooms and suites embrace a timeless elegance, with remarkable furnishings, marble bathrooms, and balconies that reach towards the ocean. Personal refreshment centers are stocked with complimentary waters, juices and sodas for the utmost in service and convenience.
Location
Belmond Reid's Palace
Estrada Monumental 139
Funchal
Madeira, Portugal
9000-098
Nearest Airport: FNC
Features and Amenities
- Dining
- Poolside Dining
- Outdoor Dining
- Private Dining
- 24-Hour Room Service
- Bar & Lounge
- Afternoon Tea
- On-Site Amenities
- Salon
- On-Site Car Rental
- Concierge
- Shoe Shine Service
- Spa on Property
- Library
- Fitness Center
- Game Room
- High-Speed Internet Access
- Boutique
- Tennis Courts
- Gardens
- Music & Movie Library
- Outdoor Spa Treatments
- 3 Outdoor Pools
- In-Room Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Bathrobes
- Direct Dial Telephones
- DVD Players
- In-Room Safes
- Mini Bar
- Satellite Television
- Televisions
- iPod Docks
- Marble Bathrooms
- Luxury Linens
- Luxury Bath Amenities
- Activities
- Bicycling
- Cooking Classes
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Tennis
- Windsurfing
- Wine Tasting
- Scuba Diving
- Snorkeling
- Nature Walks
- Boat Excursions
- Billiards
- Whale Watching
- Business
- Business Center/Services
- Meeting Rooms
- Family
- Children's Programs
- Babysitting
- Kids Pool
- Teen Center
- Children's Amenities
- Playground
- Children's Menus
- Baby Bath Amenities
- Kids Spa Treatments
- Children's Bathrobes
- Nearby
- Golf
- Interests
- Beach
- Signature Perks
- Summer Getaways
Reviews for Belmond Reid's Palace
An unforgettable stay
My husband and I went for our babymoon for 6 nights in June. It is my favorite hotel I’ve had the pleasure of staying in! From the moment you arrive, you are immersed into pure relaxation and bliss. The property has an old world classic charm which you feel almost immediately upon walking in. We really loved the sea platform and spent most of our time at the hotel there. It’s stunning. It was easy to get chairs in June if you went in the morning. The team at the sea platform is amazing, particularly Miguel. You can kayak, paddle board, dive off of the diving board, etc. it’s very peaceful and jumping straight into the sea was so refreshing. The food is great everywhere we went - the seaside, the pool restaurant, the buffet breakfast, the terrace, room service - everything was amazing (in particular the cod croquettes, Caesar salad, wagyu burger, fries). We also ate 2 nights at Villa Cipriani which was a fabulous experience (the views, the service, the food, etc). The rooms are definitely not modern, but they are super spacious, convenient, clean, etc. The bed was also super comfortable. Specific staff shoutouts: Miguel at the sea platform, Omar and Rafael at the terrace, Patrice the tennis instructor, Sonya in the spa, etc. We will definitely be returning in the future with our son!!
Taylor1389 - New York City, New York
Beautiful property with tired rooms
We loved exploring the hotel, and the staff we interacted with was delightful. The breakfast was also a great experience. We also greatly enjoyed the kids club. That said, the rooms were quite tired. We were in a family room - which was rather tight - and found a lot to be desired in terms of its condition. The bathroom and shower were quite old. With a renovation of the rooms/bathrooms, this hotel would be worth it. Unfortunately, in its current state, it does not represent the value we expect.
John S
Outstanding hotel in every respect
The location is spectacular, service is exceptional and food amazing. All this comes with a hefty price tag, however our stay was still great value. Would highly recommend.
billwalker75 - Leamington Spa, United Kingdom
Very good
Great stay, totally recommend, the island is amazing. The cost might be too steep compared to 5* properties nearby
Fearless077 - Boston, Massachusetts
A touch of old fashioned luxury
Wonderful location, great attention to detail and professional, friendly staff made our stay thoroughly enjoyable.
davidsmithcave
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"Reid's Palace was the best hotel I have ever experienced . Staffs were super friendly and everything was possible from the concierge. Reid's made my honeymoon perfect."
-I. Yoon
An extraordinary value! Reid's Palace Hotel is a handsome historic property featuring breathtaking water views, exotic gardens, a full range of amenities and delicious and varied food options. We found the staff to be very helpful and dedicated to making our 4-day stay with them a holiday in every sense. We appreciated the extra attention the staff paid to getting us in and out of the airport, circumventing the crowds and shortening our travel and wait times. This is Luxury Link at its best.
-D. Sliney
