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Indoor hot tub with views of the pool and sea through large windows.
Hotel terrace overlooking garden, palm trees, and ocean at sunset.
Sunset over the sea with hotel facilities and palm trees along the coast.
Luxury hotel with multiple pools on a cliffside overlooking the sea at sunset.
Aerial view of a pool and terrace by the sea with sun loungers and umbrellas.
An infinity pool reflects the colorful sunset sky with a pavilion at the edge.
Modern hotel building with large glass facade and palm trees in foreground under clear sky.
Bright hotel lobby with large windows and wooden staircase beside a glass wall
Modern hotel lobby with large windows, sofas, and tables on a light floor.
Modern hotel lobby area with stylish seating and large window walls.
Modern lounge area with armchairs and bar in a hotel
Restaurant with sea view, set tables and umbrellas on the terrace.
Cozy outdoor terrace with set tables and colorful awning at night.
Modern hotel outdoor area with seating and abundant glass.
Elegant outdoor restaurant terrace with white tablecloths and decorative cocktails.
Bright restaurant with wooden floor and panoramic windows overlooking the sea.
Modern restaurant with glass walls and set tables overlooking palm trees.
Path alongside a hotel with a sea view and garden plants under a clear sky.
View of a hotel pool with garden and sea in the background at sunrise.
Modern hotel buildings with balconies and manicured garden with trees and pathways in sunlight
Modern outdoor area with pools, loungers, and sea view under a cloudy sky.
Infinity pool overlooking the sea with a clear sky
Modern hotel room with bed, sofa, TV, wooden furniture, and orchid on a round table.
Modern hotel room with sofa, armchair, table, and balcony overlooking palm trees.
Bright bathroom with sink, mirror, bidet, and toilet in warm tones.
Bright hotel room with two beds, desk, TV, and balcony overlooking the sea.
Modern hotel room with large bed, desk, chairs, and sea view through large windows.
Bright hotel room with bed, desk, seating area, and sea view through large windows.
Bright hotel room with balcony, sea view, sofa, armchairs, curtains, and potted plant on table.
Modern hotel room with double bed, seating area, and sea view through glass wall
Modern hotel room with sofas, flat-screen TV, and balcony with sea view
Bright living room with sofa, armchair, white table, and potted plant by a large window.
Bright bathroom with double sinks and large mirror.
Modern hotel room with large bed, wooden furniture, and a table with snacks.
Two single beds with white linens and blue towels in a hotel room with neutral walls.
Cozy hotel room with sofa, table, flower decor, and balcony overlooking the sea.
Modern living room with sea view, spacious sofa, and adjacent dining area.
Modern hotel room with double bed and sea view through large windows.
Hotel room with double bed, sofa, round mirrors, and decorative folded towels on the bedspread.
A terrace with seating and a clear view of the sea under a bright sky.
A terrace with seating and a clear view of the sea under a bright sky.
Modern hotel room with double bed, beige and brown tones, and daylight from large windows.
Two comfortable beige armchairs in front of a palm-themed wall with a round mirror.
A seating area with two armchairs, a table, and a balcony overlooking the sea.
Modern bathroom with two sinks, round mirror, and walk-in shower with glass wall.
Cozy seating area next to a balcony overlooking a lake and palm trees.
Modern hotel with terrace, exotic garden, and sea view at sunset.
Bright children's playroom with colorful furniture and large windows to the outdoor area.
Colorful children's playground with slides and cushions in front of a glass window
Bright playroom with green wall, colorful wall decorations, and bean bags.
Children's room with colorful furniture and a table with pencils and a cartoon character T-shirt.
White T-shirt with a colorful Minions design, laid on a red surface.
Bright children's play area with colorful slides and sea view on a hotel terrace.
Gym with treadmills and panoramic view of palm trees and buildings.
Bright gym with treadmills and ellipticals in front of large windows overlooking palm trees.
Indoor pool with large windows overlooking the ocean at sunset.
Two spa beds with white sheets facing the sea through open curtains.
Indoor pool with large glass windows overlooking the sea on a clear day.
A modern massage table with white towels and blue blankets in a calm room.
Indoor pool with jacuzzi and loungers in a modern wellness area with large windows
Portugal ∙ Madeira ∙ Funchal

VIDAMAR Resort Madeira *****

FNC234
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Family
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Location

The VIDAMAR Resort Madeira is located on the south coast of Madeira, directly on the sea with a fantastic view of the Atlantic. In the immediate vicinity, cafes, bars, and shops invite you to linger. The city center, the harbor, and the picturesque old town are about 2 km away. There you will find more recommended restaurants and shopping facilities.
Sunset over the sea with hotel facilities and palm trees along the coast.
Luxury hotel with multiple pools on a cliffside overlooking the sea at sunset.
Aerial view of a pool and terrace by the sea with sun loungers and umbrellas.
An infinity pool reflects the colorful sunset sky with a pavilion at the edge.
Modern hotel building with large glass facade and palm trees in foreground under clear sky.

Facilities

Bright hotel lobby with large windows and wooden staircase beside a glass wall
Modern hotel lobby with large windows, sofas, and tables on a light floor.
Modern hotel lobby area with stylish seating and large window walls.
Modern lounge area with armchairs and bar in a hotel
Restaurant with sea view, set tables and umbrellas on the terrace.
Cozy outdoor terrace with set tables and colorful awning at night.
Modern hotel outdoor area with seating and abundant glass.
Elegant outdoor restaurant terrace with white tablecloths and decorative cocktails.
Bright restaurant with wooden floor and panoramic windows overlooking the sea.
Modern restaurant with glass walls and set tables overlooking palm trees.
Hotel terrace overlooking garden, palm trees, and ocean at sunset.
Path alongside a hotel with a sea view and garden plants under a clear sky.
View of a hotel pool with garden and sea in the background at sunrise.
Modern hotel buildings with balconies and manicured garden with trees and pathways in sunlight
Modern outdoor area with pools, loungers, and sea view under a cloudy sky.
Infinity pool overlooking the sea with a clear sky
The generously designed complex consists of 2 interconnected buildings, each housing 150 comfortable rooms facing the sea. The harmonious overall concept includes a spacious reception hall with a bar, a buffet restaurant, and three specialty restaurants ("KOI", "Casa das Estetadas", and "Mamma Mia"), a kids' club, and the 2,200 m² "Thalasso Sea Spa". The reception is located on the 4th floor of the hotel. Wi-Fi is included throughout the hotel. A highlight of the complex is a glass panoramic elevator that leads down to the 3 seawater swimming pools and 1 children's pool with sun terrace (here you will also find the restaurant "Sabor a Mar" serving light meals and snacks for lunch). Sun loungers, mattresses, and umbrellas are included. You can access the sea directly via two bathing platforms.

Accommodation

Double room, partial sea view or garden view

The double rooms with partial sea view or garden view are generously designed with approximately 39 m² and feature a bath/shower and toilet, bathrobes, slippers, hairdryer, cable TV, air conditioning, telephone, Wi-Fi (included), mini-fridge, kettle, safe (included), balcony, and are located on the lower floors towards the garden/sea side (2MG). Also bookable as a double room for single use (1MG).

Modern hotel room with bed, sofa, TV, wooden furniture, and orchid on a round table.
Modern hotel room with sofa, armchair, table, and balcony overlooking palm trees.
Bright bathroom with sink, mirror, bidet, and toilet in warm tones.
Bright hotel room with two beds, desk, TV, and balcony overlooking the sea.
Bright bathroom with sink, mirror, bidet, and toilet in warm tones.

Double room, sea view

Equipped like the double rooms with partial sea view or garden view, but with a direct sea view (floors 3-5) (DM). Also bookable as a Type O room (DMO) at a special price and with a limited quota. Also bookable as a double room for single use (DEM).

Superior double room, sea view

Equipped like the double rooms with partial sea view or garden view, but with a direct sea view and located on floors 6-8 (DMU). Also bookable for single use (DME). Also bookable as a Superior double room with sea view Type O, at a special price and with a limited quota. (UMO)

Modern hotel room with large bed, desk, chairs, and sea view through large windows.
Bright hotel room with bed, desk, seating area, and sea view through large windows.
Bright hotel room with balcony, sea view, sofa, armchairs, curtains, and potted plant on table.
Modern hotel room with double bed, seating area, and sea view through glass wall
Modern hotel room with sofas, flat-screen TV, and balcony with sea view
Bright living room with sofa, armchair, white table, and potted plant by a large window.
Bright bathroom with double sinks and large mirror.

Premium double room, sea view

The Premium double rooms with sea view are more modernly furnished, approximately 39 m² in size, located on floors 9-10, and in addition to a direct sea view, offer daily free access to the otherwise chargeable 2200 m² Thalasso Spa (without treatments), fresh fruit upon arrival, and a daily bottle of mineral water, tea and coffee making facilities (2PM). Otherwise, the equipment is the same as the double rooms with sea view. Also bookable as a Premium double room for single use (1PM). Also bookable as a Type O room (PMO) at a special price and with a limited quota.

Family room

The family rooms consist of 2 double rooms with an connecting door. They are located on the first two floors and have the same amenities as the double rooms with partial sea view or garden view, but in double capacity (2 bathrooms, 4 beds, etc.). This room type must be occupied by at least 4 people. The maximum occupancy is 4 adults and 2 children (up to 11 years) (DF2), bookable for Winter 25 and Summer 26.

Modern hotel room with bed, sofa, TV, wooden furniture, and orchid on a round table.
Modern hotel room with sofa, armchair, table, and balcony overlooking palm trees.
Bright bathroom with sink, mirror, bidet, and toilet in warm tones.
Modern hotel room with large bed, wooden furniture, and a table with snacks.
Two single beds with white linens and blue towels in a hotel room with neutral walls.

Premium family room

The premium family rooms are located above the standard family rooms and consist of 2 separate bedrooms and one bathroom. One bedroom is equipped with a king-size bed and a balcony with sea view, the second bedroom has twin beds and offers country/panoramic views (PF2).

Suite

The suites have the same amenities as the double rooms, are generously sized at approximately 51 m², feature a living area (with balcony and sea view) and a separate bedroom (with door; window facing the country side) (S2M).

Cozy hotel room with sofa, table, flower decor, and balcony overlooking the sea.
Modern living room with sea view, spacious sofa, and adjacent dining area.
Modern hotel room with double bed and sea view through large windows.
Hotel room with double bed, sofa, round mirrors, and decorative folded towels on the bedspread.
A terrace with seating and a clear view of the sea under a bright sky.
A terrace with seating and a clear view of the sea under a bright sky.

Romantic Rooms

The Romantic Rooms include a romantic wellness package and are intended for couples in love. Upon arrival, you will be greeted with strawberries and sparkling wine, as well as rose petals on the bed. A couples massage in the renowned spa area and a picnic basket packed for you to spend a romantic outing for two are also part of the package (no longer included from Summer 26). Valentine's Day Special: For arrivals between February 8th and February 13th, guests receive the romantic package free of charge. (EDV code: FNC234P)

Premier Junior Suite, sea view

Guests of the Premier Junior Suites with sea view enjoy the VIDAMAR Club Level experience: a private check-in service, complimentary soft drinks in the minibar upon arrival, a personal assistant, evening turn-down service, pillow selection, premium dine-around (reserved seating), and unlimited access to the Thalasso Spa. The completely renovated Premium Junior Suites are located on floors 1 to 3 in Tower 1, are exclusively bookable for adults, and the direct sea view is reserved for schauinsland-reisen guests. The Premier Junior Suites feature a comfortable living area, Smart TV, high-speed Wi-Fi, comfortable lounge furniture, refrigerator, safe, coffee and tea making facilities, and a spacious terrace or balcony with sea view, which may be partially obstructed by plants. The sleeping area includes a double bed or two twin beds and a dressing table. The bathrooms are equipped with eco-friendly amenities, a double sink, a walk-in shower, toilet, and bidet (B2J). Also bookable as a Type O room (JMA).

Modern hotel room with double bed, beige and brown tones, and daylight from large windows.
Two comfortable beige armchairs in front of a palm-themed wall with a round mirror.
A seating area with two armchairs, a table, and a balcony overlooking the sea.
Modern bathroom with two sinks, round mirror, and walk-in shower with glass wall.
Modern hotel room with double bed, beige and brown tones, and daylight from large windows.
Cozy seating area next to a balcony overlooking a lake and palm trees.
Modern bathroom with two sinks, round mirror, and walk-in shower with glass wall.

VIDA Junior Suite, garden view

The new VIDA Junior Suites with garden view are located on floors 1 to 3 in Tower 1. They feature a comfortable living area, Smart TV, high-speed Wi-Fi, comfortable lounge furniture, refrigerator, safe, coffee and tea making facilities, bathrobes and slippers, hairdryer, and a spacious terrace or balcony. The sleeping area includes a double bed or two twin beds and a dressing table. The bathrooms are equipped with eco-friendly amenities, a double sink, a walk-in shower, toilet, and bidet. (JGB).

Meals

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Rich breakfast buffet. Dinner "Dine Around": Take advantage of the hotel's "Dine Around" concept (drinks not included) and dine in the evening, in addition to the main restaurant "Ocean Buffet" with its varied international cuisine, also in the Italian restaurant "Mamma Mia by Giovanni", the sushi restaurant "KOI", or the traditional Casa das Espetadas restaurant. Here you can choose from the à la carte menu (a credit of €15 per person will be applied to your final bill). Free registration at the hotel reception (24 hours in advance) is required, and you can visit each restaurant a maximum of 1 time per week of stay.

Modern hotel with terrace, exotic garden, and sea view at sunset.

Sports included

VIDA Health Club with cardio equipment and classes, volleyball, basketball, 2 squash courts. Aqua Area with indoor pool, whirlpool, and sauna (alternatively, use the private paid spa area; information can be found under Wellness), billiards/snooker, and table tennis.

Sports for a fee

PADI/SSI diving school. The hotel offers discounts on green fees at golf courses and free transfers to the golf courses (subject to availability).

Children's program

'Dolphins' Miniclub for children aged 3-6 and 'Sharks' Miniclub for children aged 7-11. Babysitting service for children under 3 years upon request (for a fee).
Bright children's playroom with colorful furniture and large windows to the outdoor area.
Colorful children's playground with slides and cushions in front of a glass window
Bright playroom with green wall, colorful wall decorations, and bean bags.
Children's room with colorful furniture and a table with pencils and a cartoon character T-shirt.
White T-shirt with a colorful Minions design, laid on a red surface.
Bright children's play area with colorful slides and sea view on a hotel terrace.

Wellness

Indoor pool with large windows overlooking the ocean at sunset.
Two spa beds with white sheets facing the sea through open curtains.
View from a terrace with sofas overlooking the sea at sunset with palm trees and boats.
Modern outdoor area with pools, loungers, and sea view under a cloudy sky.
Indoor pool with large glass windows overlooking the sea on a clear day.
A modern massage table with white towels and blue blankets in a calm room.
Indoor pool with jacuzzi and loungers in a modern wellness area with large windows
Spa area (access from 16 years only): In the state-of-the-art approx. 2200 m² spa area, you will find relaxation at the highest level. Thalasso Vital Swimming Pool, sauna, whirlpool, Turkish bath, and contrast showers, as well as massage rooms with sea views and a lounge are available to hotel guests for a fee.
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The spa area is open in two shifts: from 10 AM to 1 PM and from 3 PM to 6 PM. From 1 PM to 2 PM, the spa area is closed for cleaning.
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Take advantage of our affordable spa package under the code FNC234W (only bookable in Summer 2025, for stays until October 31, 2025): 3 free entries to the normally chargeable spa area per person/stay and one 30-minute massage (Relax Massage) per hotel stay.
Use the thalassotherapy pool with sea view, sauna, whirlpool, contrast shower, and "Zen" lounge. Additional treatments and massages are not included and can be booked on-site at the reception for a fee.

Entertainment

Evening entertainment and light daytime animation several times a week.

Hotel services

Parking available for a fee (subject to availability).
Garage available for a fee (subject to availability).
Wi-Fi (included throughout the hotel).
The hotel has 3 rooms suitable for disabled guests or wheelchair users. Bookable upon request.
Hairdresser (for a fee).

Hotel features

  • Diving
  • Volleyball/Beach Volleyball
  • Wi-Fi
  • Sauna
  • Massages
  • Spa
  • Fitness
  • Gay
  • Internet
  • Kids' club/Mini club
  • Golf
  • Children's pool
  • Romance & Honeymooners
  • Shopping
  • Indoor pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Hotel safe
  • Children's playground
  • Tennis
  • Bicycle rental
  • Club
  • Family friendly
  • Extended hygiene concept

Sustainability

Travel with a Future provides assistance for making conscious decisions. Our label identifies hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices and actively invest in a more sustainable future. These standards encompass social responsibility, environmental awareness, and the cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as defined by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Further information on sustainability at schauinsland-reisen can be found at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel has the following certification:
  • Green Key

Note

Please note: a tourist tax of €2 per person per night is levied on Madeira (maximum 7 nights; children up to 12 years free). Payment is made locally at the hotel. Changes are possible.
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The Romantic Rooms include a romantic wellness package for two (only bookable in Summer 2025 for stays until October 31, 2025). Included are: rose petals on the bed, sparkling wine and fruit upon arrival, 1 bottle of mineral water, 1 couples massage in the 2200 m² spa and free use of the facilities after the treatment, or a romantic lunch at the "Sabor a Mar" restaurant overlooking the Atlantic, or a picnic basket prepared for you for a romantic afternoon for two. Accommodation is exclusively for double occupancy and can be booked in the tastefully furnished double rooms with partial or direct sea view, as well as in the spacious suites (EDV code: FNC234P).
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For Valentine's Day, we offer all guests staying 7 nights (min/max) arriving between February 8th and February 13th and booking Romantic Rooms the romantic package included in the price free of charge. You only pay the regular room rate.
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Various excursion/hiking packages can be booked as optional additional services in the reservation system:
Star Tour with hotel code FNC444 (request H):
4 excursions including local, German-speaking tour guide, entrance fees as specified (entrance fees not listed are not included).
Description see below.
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Hiking Combination Madeira (choose 2 out of currently 8 hikes). Description at www.hotel-beschreibung.de/hotel/FNC501
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Hiking Week (for those who want to hike a bit more). Description at www.hotel-beschreibung.de/hotel/FNC999
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1 accessible double room available upon request (double room with partial sea view or garden view/2MG or double room with sea view/DM).
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All hotel areas are accessible.
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Dogs are not allowed.
Star Tour Excursion Program (subject to change/daily arrival possible):
Eira do Serrado/Monte (Monday/Thursday): Discover Madeira's most beautiful panoramas on this half-day tour. From Pico dos Barcelos you overlook Funchal Bay and continue to Eira do Serrado, from where you can look down into the crater of an extinct volcano. At the bottom lies the village of Curral das Freiras (Valley of the Nuns). Continue to Monte, where you visit the Church of Nossa Senhora do Monte. On the way back, you have the opportunity to ride the traditional basket sleds. (Not included in the price)
Porto Moniz (Wednesday/Friday): Departure towards Câmara de Lobos (fishing village where the famous Espada – black scabbardfish – is caught). Continue via Cabo Girão (Europe's highest sea cliff at 580m), and then the route leads along the coast to Ribeira Brava. From Ponta de Sol, we ascend to the Pául da Serra plateau (1400m). Finally, we descend to Porto Moniz to the natural sea pools. The lunch break is taken here. The return journey follows the north coast via Seixal to São Vicente. From there, we ascend via the Encumeada pass (1007m), where you can see both the north and south coasts simultaneously. Afterwards, return to Funchal.
Santana (Tuesday/Saturday): Departure into the mountains via Poiso towards Pico do Arieiro (1810m). Descend to Ribeiro Frio. Here you are in the middle of Madeira's laurel forest (Laurisilva), a UNESCO World Heritage site. Continue to Santana, famous for its thatched houses. Lunch break here. Afterwards, proceed to Pico do Facho. Then return to Funchal.
Levada and Botanical Garden (Monday/Wednesday): The 4th and final excursion leads us to the Botanical Garden, famous for its approximately 3,000 different plant species, after a 1.5-hour levada walk (difficulty: easy) (entrance fee and guided tour included).
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Excursion days will be communicated on-site.
No minimum number of participants, guaranteed to take place.
Changes in the itinerary are subject to change.
Days without excursions are for your own disposal. Entrance fees not listed are not included.
All transfers from/to the hotel to the excursion region are included.
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Hotel Contact:
VIDAMAR RESORT MADEIRA
ESTRADA MONUMENTAL, 175-177
9000-100 FUNCHAL (MADEIRA)
PORTUGAL
PHONE: +351 291 717 777
FAX: +351 291 768 449
In the "Canaries · Madeira" catalog Winter 2025/26 on page 228.
In the "Canaries · Madeira" catalog Summer 2026 on page 233.

Seasonal information

On Christmas and New Year's Eve, the following dress code applies: "festive evening wear" (dark suit with tie and cocktail dress).
****************************************Every year, Madeira hosts the famous FLOWER FESTIVAL – the "Festa da Flor". Admire the elaborately decorated floats and be swept away by the joy of life.
Experience this floral event in 2026 twice. On May 3rd and May 17th, 2026, get up close from one of the grandstands at Funchal harbor and book a grandstand ticket for only €47 per person to add to your chosen room with the EDV code FNC500 (limited availability).
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Grandstand tickets for CARNIVAL:
Experience the big parade on February 6th, 2027, up close.
Book your desired room and enter the EDV code FNC520 for the bookable grandstand tickets.
Price: €35 per ticket (limited availability)
Evening event - starts approx. 8 PM

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Last updated: 13.03.2026 13:42