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VIDAMAR Resort Madeira *****

FNC234
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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 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 coastline with hotel buildings, pool, and palm trees on hillside.
Luxurious hotel with multiple pools on a cliff overlooking the sea at sunset.
Aerial view of a hotel with pools by the sea and piers.
Infinity pool at sunset with colorful sky and covered seating area
Modern hotel building with large glass facade and palm trees in front.

Facilities

Bright hotel corridor with large window, staircase, wooden floor, and potted plants.
Modern hotel lobby with black sofa, glass and metal tables, light flooring, and natural daylight.
Modern hotel lobby area with gray stone wall and large windows
Modern lounge area with armchairs and bar in a bright, spacious room.
Open restaurant with sea view and set tables on a terrace.
Illuminated hotel outdoor terrace with set tables and chairs at night.
Modern courtyard with seating areas and a water pool in a hotel.
Table with white tablecloth and cocktail in front of restaurant window with MAMMA MIA sign
Bright restaurant with large windows and seating overlooking nature.
Open hotel dining area with set tables and palm trees visible outside.
Modern terrace with glass walls overlooking tropical garden and sea at sunset.
Paved path beside modern accommodation overlooking the sea surrounded by green plants.
Modern hotel complex with pool, garden, and sea view on the coast.
Hotel building with balconies and a well-maintained garden with trees and a paved path.
Modern hotel pool area with sea view and terrace with sofas.
Infinity pool overlooking the ocean, with palm trees and lounge chairs on the sides.
The generously designed complex consists of 2 interconnected building sections, each housing 150 comfortable rooms facing the sea. The cohesive 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. The highlight of the resort is a glass-enclosed panoramic elevator leading down to the 3 seawater swimming pools and 1 children's pool with a sun terrace (here you will also find the restaurant "Sabor a Mar" with light dishes and snacks for lunch). Sun loungers, mattresses, and sunshades are included. You can access the sea directly via 2 bathing jetties.

Accommodation

Double room with partial sea view or garden view

The double rooms with partial sea or garden view are generously designed with approx. 39 m² and equipped with 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 on the garden/sea side (2MG). Also bookable as a double room for single use (1MG).

Modern hotel room with double bed, desk, TV, and flowers on the table.
Bright hotel room with sofa, armchair, table, and balcony overlooking palm trees.
Modern bathroom with large mirror, sink, and walk-in shower.
Bright hotel room with two beds, desk, balcony, and sea view
Modern bathroom with large mirror, sink, and walk-in shower.

Double room sea view

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

Double room Superior sea view

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

Bright hotel room with double bed, desk, balcony, and sea view.
Modern hotel room with sea view, double bed, sofa, and desk
Bright hotel room with seating area, table, and balcony overlooking the sea.
Bright hotel room with double bed, sofa, and sea view through large windows.
Bright living room with sofa, armchair, large window, and sea view.
Bright living room with beige seating, yellow cushions, and white coffee table with plant.
Modern double sink bathroom area with large mirrors and towels.

Double room Premium sea view

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

Family room

The family rooms are 2 double rooms with a 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 old) (DF2).

Modern hotel room with double bed, desk, TV, and flowers on the table.
Bright hotel room with sofa, armchair, table, and balcony overlooking palm trees.
Modern bathroom with large mirror, sink, and walk-in shower.
Modern hotel room with large bed, table, and decoration including flowers and snacks.
Two single beds with white linens and blue towels in a simple hotel room.

Family room Premium

The premium family rooms are located above the normal 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 2nd bedroom has twin beds and offers land/panoramic view (PF2).

Suite

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

Modern hotel room with sofa, flowers, and balcony overlooking the sea.
Modern living room with sea view through large windows and balcony door.
Modern hotel room with large bed, two armchairs, and sea view through large windows.
Hotel room with bed decorated with towels shaped as swans and rose petals.
Modern terrace with seating and sea view, person looking over the railing.
Modern terrace with seating and sea view, person looking over the railing.

Romantic Rooms

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

Premier Junior Suite sea view

Guests of the Premier Junior Suites sea view receive 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 and pillow selection, a premium dine-around (reserved seating), and unlimited access to the Thalasso Spa. The completely renovated premium junior suites are located on the 1st to 3rd floor in Tower 1, can only be booked by 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 single beds and a vanity 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).

Bright hotel room with double bed, stylish headboard, cushions, and curtains.
Cozy seating area with two beige armchairs, round mirror, and glass coffee table in a modern room.
Cozy seating area with sea view through large balcony and floor-to-ceiling windows.
Modern bathroom with two sinks, large mirrors, and walk-in shower.
Bright hotel room with double bed, stylish headboard, cushions, and curtains.
Cozy hotel room area with armchair and view of balcony with chairs and sea.
Modern bathroom with two sinks, large mirrors, and walk-in shower.

VIDA Junior Suite garden view

The new VIDA Junior Suites with garden view are located on the 1st to 3rd floor 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 single beds and a vanity table. The bathrooms are equipped with eco-friendly amenities, a double sink, a walk-in shower, toilet, and bidet (JGB).

Board

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Rich breakfast buffet. Dine around in the evening: Take advantage of the hotel's "Dine-Around" concept (excluding drinks) and dine in the evening as part of half board, 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. There you can choose from the à la carte menu (a credit of €15 per person will be applied to the final bill). Free registration at the hotel reception (24 hours in advance) is required, and you can visit each of the restaurants a maximum of 1 time per week of stay.

Modern outdoor area with terrace, palm trees, 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 a discount on green fees at golf courses and free transfer 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 old available on request (for a fee).
Bright playroom with green walls, wooden tables and chairs, colorful storage, and toys.
Colorful children's play area with slides and soft cushions on red floor.
Bright children's playroom with green wall and colorful wall decorations next to glass window.
Colorful playroom with tables, storage shelves, and kids' games in a hotel.
White children's T-shirt featuring a yellow Minion character on a red background.
Bright children's playroom with colorful playground, slide, and seating by the window.

Wellness

Large room with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the sea at sunset.
Two massage tables with white sheets and turquoise towels facing the sea.
Modern living room with glass wall overlooking the sea with palm trees at sunset.
Modern hotel pool area with sea view and terrace with sofas.
Indoor pool with large windows and sea view in a modern hotel.
Brightly lit wellness room with two massage tables and blue towels arranged on them.
Modern indoor pool with jacuzzi, loungers, and panoramic windows.
Spa area (access from 16 years of age): In the highly modern 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 2 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 code FNC234W (only bookable in Summer 2025, for stays until 10/31/25): 3 free entries to the otherwise chargeable spa area per person/stay, plus a 30-minute massage (Relax Massage) per hotel stay.
Use the thalassotherapy pool with sea view, sauna, whirlpool, contrast shower, and "Zen" lounge. Further treatments and massages are not included and can still be booked on-site at the reception for a fee.

Hotel Service

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 accessible for disabled persons/wheelchair users. Bookable on 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
  • Enhanced Hygiene Concept

Sustainability

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This hotel has the following certification:
  • Green Key

Note

Please note: a tourist tax of €2 per person/night is charged in Madeira (maximum 7 nights; children up to 12 years free). Payment is made on-site 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 10/31/25). Included are: rose petals on the bed, as well as sparkling wine and fruits upon arrival in the room, 1 bottle of mineral water, 1 couple's massage in the 2200 m² spa and free use of the facilities after the treatment, or either a romantic lunch at the "Sabor a Mar" restaurant overlooking the Atlantic or a picnic basket packed for you to spend an afternoon for two. Accommodation is exclusively for 2 people and can be booked in a tastefully furnished double room with a partial or direct sea view, as well as in the spacious suites (EDV code: FNC234P).
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For Valentine's Day, we are gifting all arrivals (minimum/maximum stay of 7 nights) with stays from February 8th to February 13th in the Romantic Rooms, the surcharge for the romantic package (otherwise included in the travel price) mentioned above. 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 per description (entrance fees not listed are not included).
Description 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 on request (double room with partial sea view or garden view/2MG or double room sea view/DM).
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All hotel areas are barrier-free 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 high point, you overlook the bay of Funchal, and then it's on to Eira do Serrado, from where you can look down into the crater of an extinct volcano. At the very bottom lies the village of Curral das Freiras (Nun's Valley). 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 wicker sledges. (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 (highest cliff in Europe at 580m), and then the route leads along the coast to Ribeira Brava. From Ponta de Sol, it goes uphill to the plateau of Paúl da Serra (1400m). Finally, it descends to Porto Moniz to the natural swimming pools. Lunch break is taken here. The return journey is via the north coast, passing through Seixal to São Vicente. From there, it goes uphill over 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. The journey continues to Santana, known for its thatched houses. Lunch break is taken here. Afterwards, go to Pico do Facho. Then return to Funchal.
Levada and Botanical Garden (Monday/Wednesday): The 4th and final excursion leads you after an approx. 1.5-hour levada walk (difficulty level: easy) to the Botanical Garden, famous for its approximately 3,000 different plant species (entrance fee and guided tour included).
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The excursion days will be announced on-site.
No minimum number of participants, guaranteed to take place.
Changes to the itinerary are subject to change.
Days without excursions are at 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
TELEPHONE: +351 291 717 777
TELEFAX: +351 291 768 449
In the catalog "Canary Islands · Madeira" Winter 2024/25 on page 220.
In the catalog "Canary Islands · Madeira" Summer 2025 on page 220.

Season Note

On Christmas and New Year's Eve, the following dress code applies: "festive evening wear" (dark suit with tie and cocktail dress).
****************************************Every year, the famous FLOWER FESTIVAL takes place on Madeira - the "Festa da Flor". Admire the elaborately decorated floats and let yourself be carried away by the zest for life.
Experience this floral event up close on May 3rd, 2026, from one of the grandstands at Funchal harbor and book a grandstand ticket with EDV code FNC500 for only €47 per person in addition to your chosen room.
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Grandstand tickets for CARNIVAL:
Experience the grand parade up close on February 14th, 2026.
Book your desired room and enter the EDV code FNC520 for the bookable grandstand tickets.
Price: €35 per ticket (limited availability)
Evening event - start approx. 8 PM

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