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Portugal ∙ Madeira ∙ Funchal

VIDAMAR Resort Madeira *****
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FNC234
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Highlights

  • 5-star resort located directly on the seafront on Madeira's south coast.
  • 2,200 m² Thalasso Sea Spa with seawater pools and ocean views.
  • Dine-around concept featuring a buffet restaurant and three specialty restaurants.
  • Direct access to the Atlantic Ocean via two private bathing piers.
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi available throughout the entire hotel.

Location

The VIDAMAR Resort Madeira is located on the south coast of Madeira, in a prime oceanfront position with stunning views 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 approx. 2 km away, where you will find further recommended restaurants and shopping opportunities.
View of a hotel terrace with palm trees and sea at sunset.
Hotel resort with multiple pools along the coastline, surrounded by rocks and vegetation at sunset.
Aerial view of a beach resort with pools, sun loungers, and a dark sandy beach.
Pool with reflective water and sunset at the beach hotel.
Modern hotel with curved glass facade and palm trees under a clear blue sky.

Facilities

Bright hotel lobby with large windows, wooden stairs, and a view of palm trees.
Modern hotel lobby with dark sofa and large windows allowing plenty of daylight.
Bright hotel lobby with modern seating, large windows, and plants.
Modern hotel lounge area with comfortable armchairs and large windows.
Open dining area with wooden furniture overlooking the sea and sun umbrellas.
Outdoor hotel seating with tables and chairs under a colorful awning at night.
Modern outdoor hotel area with seating arrangements and a bridge over a water feature.
Restaurant with set table and cocktail glass in front of large window labeled Mamma Mia.
An elegant dining room with large windows overlooking the sea.
Open hotel restaurant area with set tables and view of palm trees and outdoor space.
Modern hotel area with covered terrace, palm trees, and sea view at sunset.
Modern hotel area with shaded path, palm trees, and sea view under clear sky.
Modern hotel balcony overlooking pool, garden, and sea on the coast.
Hotel building with modern balconies surrounded by manicured garden and palm trees.
Modern hotel pool with palm trees and ocean view on a cloudy day.
Infinity pool overlooking the vast blue sea and partly cloudy sky.
The spacious complex consists of 2 interconnected building sections, each housing 150 comfortable rooms facing the sea. The coherent overall concept includes a spacious lobby with a bar, one 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 lift that leads down to the 3 saltwater swimming pools and 1 children's pool, including a sun terrace (here you will also find the "Sabor a Mar" restaurant with light meals and snacks for lunch). Sun loungers, pads, and parasols are included. You can access the sea directly via 2 swimming piers.

Accommodation

Double room with side sea view or garden view

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

Bright hotel room with bed, sofa, wooden furniture, and orchid on a round table.
Brightly furnished hotel room with sofa, table, and view of balcony and palm trees.
Bright bathroom with large mirrors, sink, toilet, bidet, and towels.
Bright hotel room with two beds, balcony, and sea view
Bright bathroom with large mirrors, sink, toilet, bidet, and towels.

Double room sea view

Equipped like the double rooms with side 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 limited availability. Also bookable as a double room for single use (DEM).

Double room Superior sea view

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

Modern hotel room with double bed, desk, armchairs, and sea view through large windows.
Modern hotel room with sea view, double bed, desk, and balcony.
Bright hotel room with balcony, sea view, sofa, and modern interior.
Modern hotel room with large bed, sofa, and sea view through large windows.
Modern hotel room with sofa, armchairs, large window, and sea view.
Bright living room with beige sofas, cushions, a white table, and a floor lamp.
Bright bathroom with double sink, large mirror, and towels in a hotel setting.

Double room Premium sea view

The double rooms Premium sea view are more modernly furnished, approx. 39 m², are located on the 9th-10th floors and offer, in addition to direct sea view, free daily admission to the otherwise fee-based 2,200 m² Thalasso Spa (excluding treatments) as well as fresh fruit upon arrival in the room, daily 1 bottle of mineral water, and tea and coffee making facilities (2PM). Otherwise, same amenities 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 limited availability.

Family room

The family rooms consist of 2 double rooms with a connecting door. They are located on the first two floors and feature the same amenities as the double rooms with side sea view or garden view, but in duplicate (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.

Bright hotel room with bed, sofa, wooden furniture, and orchid on a round table.
Brightly furnished hotel room with sofa, table, and view of balcony and palm trees.
Bright bathroom with large mirrors, sink, toilet, bidet, and towels.
Modern hotel room with double bed, wooden accents, and table with snacks in the foreground.
Two single beds with white linens and turquoise towels in a simple hotel room design.

Premium Family room

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

Suite

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

Modern hotel lounge with gray sofa, wooden table, flowers, and balcony with sea view.
Modernly furnished hotel room with living area, dining space, and sea view.
Modern hotel room with double bed, seating area, and sea view through large windows.
A hotel room with a bed featuring towel swans and scattered rose petals.
Two massage tables with red decor and rose petals in a bright room overlooking the sea.
Balcony with seating and sea view, person looking out at the water.

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, sparkling wine, and rose petals on the bed. A joint partner massage in the renowned spa area and a pre-packed picnic basket for a romantic excursion for two are also part of the package (no longer included from summer 26). Valentine's Day special: For arrivals from Feb 8th to Feb 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 fridge upon arrival, a personal assistant, evening turn-down service, pillow selection, a premium dine-around (reserved seating), as well as unlimited access to the Thalasso Spa. The completely renovated Premium Junior Suites are located on the 1st to 3rd floors 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, fridge, 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 vanity, a walk-in shower, WC, and a bidet (B2J). Also bookable as a Type O room (JMA).

Modern hotel room with double bed, decorative pillows, and large windows with curtains.
Cozy seating area with two beige armchairs, round mirror, and glass coffee table in a hotel room.
Cozy hotel room with armchair, table, and balcony overlooking the sea.
Modern bathroom with two sinks, large round mirrors, and walk-in shower.
Modern hotel room with double bed, decorative pillows, and large windows with curtains.
Cozy interior with sofa and glass coffee table, overlooking terrace and garden.
Modern bathroom with two sinks, large round 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 floors in Tower 1. They feature a comfortable living area, smart TV, high-speed Wi-Fi, comfortable lounge furniture, fridge, 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 vanity, a walk-in shower, WC, and a bidet (JGB).

Meals

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Rich breakfast buffet. Evening dine-around: Take advantage of the hotel's "dine-around" concept (drinks excluded) and dine in the evening within the framework of half-board, not only at the main "Ocean-Buffet" restaurant with its varied international cuisine but also at 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; you may visit each of the restaurants a maximum of 1x per week of stay.

Hotel terrace overlooking palm trees and the ocean 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 fee-based spa area; information can be found under Wellness), billiards/snooker, and table tennis.
View from a gym with treadmills overlooking palm trees and modern buildings under a cloudy sky.
Modern gym with treadmills and cross trainers by large windows overlooking palm trees.

Sports for a fee

PADI/SSI diving school.
The hotel offers a discount on green fees at golf courses locally, as well as a complimentary transfer to the golf courses (subject to availability).

Children's program

Colorful kids' playroom with wooden table, benches, bean bags, and toys in a hotel.
Colorful children's playground with slides in front of glass hotel lobby.
Colorful playroom with green wall, sofa cushions, and bean bags in a hotel area.
Colorful youth area with games and seating in a hotel.
White T-shirt featuring a colorful Minion character on a red background.
Bright play area with slides and colorful toys, ideal for families at the hotel.
'Dolphins' Miniclub for children aged 3-6 and 'Sharks' Miniclub for children aged 7-11. Babysitting service for children under 3 years available on request (for a fee).

Wellness

Spa area (access only from 16 years old): In the state-of-the-art approx. 2,200 m² spa area, you will find relaxation at the highest level. Thalasso Vital swimming pool, sauna, whirlpool, Turkish bath, and contrast shower, as well as massage rooms with sea views and a lounge, are available to guests of the house 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 purposes.
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Large pool with ocean view through floor-to-ceiling windows at sunset.
Two treatment beds with white sheets and turquoise towels, sea view from a terrace.
Hotel terrace with comfortable seating and sunset view over the sea and harbor.
Modern hotel pool with palm trees and ocean view on a cloudy day.
Indoor pool with smooth tiles, large glass windows, and sea view in a modern hotel.
A calm spa room with two massage tables, white towels, and cream containers.
Modern indoor pool with bubbling area and lounge chairs, surrounded by large windows in a hotel.

Entertainment

Evening entertainment several times a week and light daytime animation.

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 to disabled or wheelchair users. Bookable on request.
Hairdresser (for a fee).

Sustainability

"Travel with a Future" provides assistance to help you make informed decisions. Our label identifies hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices and are actively investing in a more sustainable future. These standards cover social responsibility, environmental awareness, as well as cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as established by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Further information on the topic of sustainability at Schauinsland-Reisen can be found at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel has the following certification:
  • Green Key

Hotelhinweis

Please note: A tourist tax of €2.00 per person/night is charged on Madeira (maximum 7 nights; children up to 12 years free of charge). 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 winter 2026 for stays until 30.4.27). Included are: rose petals on the bed as well as sparkling wine and fruit upon arrival in the room, 1 bottle of mineral water, 1x joint partner massage in the 2,200 m² spa and free use of the facility after the treatment, as well as either a romantic lunch at the "Sabor a Mar" restaurant with a view of the Atlantic or a picnic basket prepared for you to spend an afternoon for two. Accommodation is exclusively in double occupancy and is bookable in both the tastefully furnished double room with side or direct sea view as well as in the spacious suites (EDV-Code: FNC234P).
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Various excursion/hiking packages can be added as an optional extra service in the reservation system:
Star tour with hotel code FNC444 (Request H):
4 excursions including a knowledgeable, German-speaking tour guide, entrance fees according to the description (entrance fees not listed are not included).
Description see below.
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Hiking combo 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 little more). Description at www.hotel-beschreibung.de/hotel/FNC999
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1 disabled-friendly double room available on request (double room with side sea view or garden view/2MG or double room sea view/DM).
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All hotel areas are accessible barrier-free.
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Dogs are not allowed.

Zusatzhinweis

Star tour excursion program (subject to change/daily arrival possible):
Eira do Serrado/Monte (Monday/Thursday): Discover the most beautiful panoramas of Madeira on this half-day tour. From the heights of Pico dos Barcelos, you can overlook the bay of Funchal and continue to Eira do Serrado, from where you can look down into the bottom of an extinct volcano. At the very bottom lies the village of Curral das Freiras (Nuns' Valley). Continue to Monte, where you will visit the church Nossa Senhora do Monte. On the way back, you have the opportunity to ride the traditional wicker sleds (toboggans). (Not included in the price)
Porto Moniz (Wednesday/Friday): Departure towards Câmara de Lobos (fishing village where the famous black scabbard fish – Espada – is caught). We continue via Cabo Girão (at 580m, the highest cliff in Europe), and then the path leads along the coast to Ribeira Brava. From Ponta do Sol, it goes uphill to the plateau of Paúl da Serra (1400m). Finally, we go downhill to Porto Moniz to the natural sea swimming pools. This is where the lunch break is taken. The return journey is via the north coast and leads through Seixal to São Vicente. From there, it goes uphill via the Encumeada Pass (1007m), where you can see the north and south coast at the same time. Afterwards, return to Funchal.
Santana (Tuesday/Saturday): Departure into the mountains via Poiso towards Pico do Arieiro (1810m). The route then goes downhill to Ribeiro Frio. Here you are in the middle of the laurel forest (Laurisilva) of Madeira, which has been declared a World Heritage Site. The tour continues to Santana, which is known for its thatched houses. This is where the lunch break is taken. Afterwards, we go to Pico do Facho. Finally, return to Funchal.
Levada and Botanical Garden (Monday/Wednesday): The 4th and last excursion takes us, after a approx. 1.5-hour Levada hike (difficulty: easy), to the Botanical Garden, which is famous for its around 3,000 different plant species (entrance fee and guide included).
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The excursion days will be announced to you locally.
No minimum number of participants, guaranteed execution.
Changes to the itinerary reserved.
Days without excursions are at your own disposal. Entrance fees not listed are not included.
All transfers from/to the hotel in 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
FAX: +351 291 768 449
In the "Canaries · Madeira" winter 2025/26 catalog on page 228.
In the "Canaries · Madeira" summer 2026 catalog on page 233.

Seasonal information

At 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". Marvel at the elaborately decorated floats and let yourself be carried away by the joie de vivre.
Experience this floral event twice in 2026. On May 3rd and May 17th, 2026, up close from one of the stands at the harbor of Funchal and book a grandstand ticket (limited availability) for only €47 p.p. in addition to your room of choice with the EDV-Code FNC500.
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Grandstand tickets for CARNIVAL:
From 2027 onwards, there are 2 dates for the colorful parade: on Feb 5th and Feb 6th, 2027, you can experience the event 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 start approx. 8 pm

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Arrival by car

Directions from Funchal Airport (FNC): From the airport, take the Via Rapida (expressway) towards Funchal until the "Funchal Centro/Hospital" exit on the left. Drive past the hospital (on the right) down to the Avenida do Infante (keep in the right lane). Turn right and keep right, driving onto Estrada Monumental (main road). Follow the road until you see the VIDAMAR Resort Madeira hotel on the right side. ****************************************
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Last updated: 17.07.2026 16:21