Portugal ∙ Madeira ∙ Calheta

Saccharum *****
Tour operator category

FNC154
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Highlights

  • 5-star hotel with infinity pool directly at the Calheta Marina.
  • Calheta sandy beach approx. 500 m from the hotel.
  • Three restaurants including buffet and à-la-carte options.
  • Fitness centre with activities such as yoga, Pilates, and Tai Chi.
  • Indoor pool on the 8th floor free of charge for all guests.

Location

Located just 20 m from the Calheta Marina, this modern hotel blends perfectly into the landscape between the mountains and the sea. A special feature of the hotel is its walking distance to the golden sandy beach of Calheta (approx. 500m away). The town is about a 10-minute walk away. Funchal Airport is approximately 50 km away.
View of a marina with adjacent hotel buildings and cliffs in the background.
Beach hotel with loungers, palm trees, and blue sea view under sunny weather.
Multi-story hotel by the sea with terraces and palm trees on a rocky coastline.

Facilities

Infinity pool with sun loungers and umbrellas overlooking the sea under a clear sky.
Person in infinity pool at sunset overlooking the sea and rocks.
Luxury outdoor hotel beds with cushions, surrounded by plants and palm trees under a blue sky.
Modern outdoor hot tub with sea view and palm trees on a terrace beside a hill.
Modern hotel terrace with seating and sea view under clear skies.
Open hotel terrace with seating and sea view under a modern sunshade.
Modern sun terrace with lounge chairs and sea view under clear sky.
Elegant restaurant with round tables, set glasses, and stylish lighting.
Bright restaurant with panoramic windows overlooking the sea and a palm tree.
Elegant hotel dining area with wooden table and panoramic sea view windows.
Modern hotel lounge area with wooden tables, leather chairs, and a sea view.
Modern hotel restaurant with elegantly set tables and relaxed atmosphere.
Museum exhibition with old machines and paintings in a warmly lit room.
Terrace with tables, chairs and sea view under a sunshade at the hotel.
Sandy beach with three umbrellas and palm trees by blue sea and sky.
The luxurious 5-star hotel, which pays homage to the golden age of sugar cane production through its name and decor, is very modern and furnished with natural materials. It has a total of 243 rooms and suites, a large lobby with reception, conference rooms, an indoor pool (on the 8th floor), a private breakfast lounge & terrace "The Club" (for guests of the SPE double room with sea view and SPE pool suite with sea view), 5 bars, a buffet restaurant ('Engenho') and two à-la-carte restaurants ('Alambique' and "Trapiche"). Outside, there is a spectacular infinity pool (sun loungers and umbrellas are available here for a fee) with a breathtaking view of the sea, as well as a separate children's pool. A second pool (adults only, loungers free of charge) is available on the 2nd floor. The hotel also houses a sugar cane museum (gallery).

Accommodation

Double room with side sea view

The double rooms with side sea view (approx. 32 m²) are spacious and modernly furnished and feature a bathroom with shower/WC, air conditioning, telephone, TV, minibar (for a fee), safe (free of charge), bathrobe, slippers, coffee/tea maker and a balcony with side sea view (DMS). Also bookable as double room side sea view type A (AMS/XES) and for single use (DES) (different prices and availability, no difference in facilities). Double room with sea view (DM) and double room with sea view type A (DMA) can be booked at an additional cost (different prices and availability, no difference in facilities). Also available as double room with sea view for single use (DEM, AME).

Modern hotel room with large bed, balcony, and sea view in calming colors.
Modern hotel room with large bed, seating area, and floor-to-ceiling windows.
Modern hotel room with double bed, armchair, and sea view through large windows.
Modern hotel room with sea view, double bed, armchair, and balcony with table and chairs.

Double room with sea view type I

The double rooms with sea view type I have the same facilities as the double rooms with sea view, but can only be booked with breakfast (DMI). Also bookable for single occupancy in winter 26/27 (EMI).
Also bookable as double room with side sea view with breakfast (DIS).

Double room atrium

The double rooms atrium are generously sized (approx. 32m²) with shower/WC, air conditioning, TV, minibar (for a fee), safe (incl.), balcony and atrium view (DAT). Also bookable as double room atrium for single use (DET). Double rooms atrium type I have the same facilities as the double rooms atrium, but can only be booked with breakfast (DTI). Also bookable for single use (EID). Bookable in winter 26/27 and summer 27.

Modern hotel room with large bed, balcony, and sea view in calming colors.
Modern hotel room with large bed, seating area, and floor-to-ceiling windows.
Modern hotel room with double bed, armchair, and balcony overlooking the sea.
Modern hotel room with double bed, armchair, and sea view through large windows.

SPE double room with sea view

The SPE double rooms with sea view (2PM) are equipped like the double rooms with sea view, are located on higher floors and additionally include the Savoy Premium Experience Service (more information under the section seasonal information).

SPE pool suite with sea view

The SPE pool suite with sea view (approx. 80 m²) has the same facilities as the double rooms, but is more spacious, has 2 balconies (one of which has a small pool), hydromassage bathtub and shower. In addition, the Savoy Premium Experience Service is included (further information under the section seasonal information) (PS2).
Rooms with direct pool/sea access present an increased safety risk for small children.
Therefore, for security reasons, schauinsland-reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children booking these room types.

Modern hotel room with large bed, panoramic windows, and side whirlpool overlooking the sea.
Modernly furnished hotel room with sofa, dining area, and large TV.
Modern hotel room with pool, wooden ceiling, and panoramic mountain and lake view.
Hydro massage pool on a terrace with sea view and surrounding metal railing.
Modern hotel room with living area, bedroom, and balcony overlooking the sea.
Modern hotel room area with sofa, dining table, and kitchen cabinets in warm tones.
Modern hotel room with large bed, desk, seating area, and balcony view.
Modern hotel room with wooden accents, comfortable seating, and a wall-mounted TV.

Suite

The suites have the same facilities as the double rooms, are significantly larger (40m²) and have a living room with kitchenette, a separate bedroom (separated by a curtain or door) and a balcony with atrium view (S2). Side sea view (MS2) or direct sea view (S2M) can be booked at an additional cost.

Meals

HB/FB

Breakfast and dinner in buffet style (Engenho restaurant).
With full board (FB), lunch is provided in the Trapiche restaurant (à-la-carte).
If guests wish to dine in the à-la-carte restaurants Trapiche or Calhau Beach Club (only open in summer), a discount is offered (unlimited access, but advance reservation is required).
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Dine-around for half-board and full-board guests is possible in all hotels of the Savoy Signature group (Royal Savoy, NEXT, Saccharum, Calheta Beach). With advance reservation, lunch or dinner can be enjoyed in the hotel restaurants Galaxia at the Savoy Palace hotel, Nikkei at The Reserve hotel and Alambique at the Saccharum hotel (a credit will be applied to the final bill). Changes to the restaurants and procedures are possible.

Sports included

Fitness center. Yoga, Tai Chi, Chi Kung, Pilates, meditation, aqua aerobics.
Modern gym with treadmills facing large windows overlooking rocky landscape.
Black adjustable workout bench with dumbbells on wooden floor against beige wall.
Gym room with fitness equipment in a hotel

Sports for a fee

Squash, table tennis, billiards and game room.

Wellness

Modern spa entrance with soft yellow lighting and a black piece of furniture.
Modern indoor pool with blue water, two green plants, and warm brown design.
Woman meditates in lotus position by calm hotel pool with vertical wooden panels and plants.
Modern indoor pool with waterfall, two lounge chairs, and neutral-toned walls.
Two women receive massages in a dark, luxurious spa with a purple backdrop.
Modern hotel room with dark blue bed, seating area, and ambient lighting.
Two people sit on round chairs by large windows overlooking lush greenery in a hotel area.
Modern indoor pool with warm lighting and glass walls in a hotel spa.
For a fee: Spa area (from 16 years old) with sauna, small pool, steam bath, whirlpool, ice showers, sensory showers, Vichy showers, indoor pool and relaxation zone with waterbeds. Treatments can be booked on site.
Spa entry is included for guests of the SPE double room with sea view and SPE pool suite with sea view, as well as for guests of other room categories when booking a treatment.

Hotel services

Wi-Fi (included).
Mineral water in the room upon arrival (included).
Daily bus shuttle to and from Funchal (for a fee).
Garage (subject to availability, for a fee).
Indoor pool on the 8th floor free of charge.

Hotel contact

Saccharum
Avenida D. Manuel I
Vila Calheta, Madeira
Phone: (+351) 291 820 800
Fax: (+351) 291 820 801
E-Mail: reservations.saccharum@savoysignature.com

Hotelhinweis

Please note: A tourist tax of 2 EUR per person/night is charged on Madeira (maximum 7 nights; children up to 12 years are free). Payment is made on-site at the hotel. Changes are possible.

Zusatzhinweis

Hiking week (for everyone who wants to hike a little more) can be booked. Description for the 2026 summer season at www.hotel-beschreibung.de/hotel/FNC999 and from the 2026/2027 winter season at www.hotel-beschreibung.de/hotel/FNC998
In the catalog "Canary Islands · Madeira" Winter 2025/26 on page 235.
In the catalog "Canary Islands · Madeira" Summer 2026 on page 235.
In the catalog "High Class" 2026 on page 114.

Seasonal information

When booking the room categories SPE double room with sea view and SPE pool suite with sea view, the following Savoy Premium Experience Service is automatically included (subject to change):
- Separate check-in in a reserved area with a welcome drink.
- 50% discount on the fee for the covered parking lot with direct access to the hotel.
- Premium amenities in the booked room/suite.
- "Bali beds" at the Calhau Beach Club.
- Free access to the spa area.
- Exclusive access to The Club – Lounge on the top floor with an impressive view of the ocean. Enjoy a private breakfast as well as drinks and snacks throughout the day. Breakfast from 7:30 to 11:00. Drinks and snacks between 7:30 and 19:00. Sandwiches, pastries between 16:30 and 18:00.
- Exclusive access to the Premium Sundeck (adults only) with Bali beds, Jacuzzi, massage area and refreshing aperitifs throughout the day.
- Yoga/Tai Chi/Pilates/aqua aerobics.
- Free daily transfer to Funchal (round trip).
- Free minibar service in the room with soft drinks and mineral water.
- Pillow menu.
- Unlimited calls to various destinations in Portugal, USA, Canada (landline and mobile); Spain, Germany, France, Great Britain, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Greece, Holland, Ireland, Italy and Vatican, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, Brazil (landline).
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A dress code applies on Christmas and New Year's Eve: "Festive evening attire" (suit with tie and evening gown).

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Last updated: 06.07.2026 14:37