OUR SAY
A classic country-house stay with gardens and spa time built in. Ideal for travellers who want Madeira to feel elegant, unhurried and quietly indulgent.
We chose this hotel for travellers who want heritage with real substance: serious gardens, a proper spa, and a level of calm that makes the island feel instantly more refined.
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Tell Me More About This Hotel
Casa Velha do Palheiro is a 5-star hotel located in Madeira, Portugal
Casa Velha do Palheiro is old Madeira in the best sense: a manor-house hotel wrapped in historic gardens, with an unhurried confidence that makes everything feel effortless. Days here have a gentle, grown-up pace. You drift between the spa and the pools, wander the Palheiro gardens when the light is soft, then dress for dinner in rooms that feel quietly grand rather than showy. The estate setting gives you space, but you’re still close enough to Funchal to dip in for markets and wine bars. It’s a stay that rewards you for doing less and noticing more.
What is the hotel's Price Point?
How many rooms does Casa Velha do Palheiro have?
What are the Check-In and Check-Out times?
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38
14:00 / 12:00
What Have Other Guests Said About This Hotel?
Guests often leave feeling like they’ve stepped into a calmer, more elegant version of Madeira, all gardens, quiet service and long lunches.
Dreamer's
Verdict
It's giving plantation mansion vibes, with elegant decor and high ceilings to match. And all the luxury, sophistication and charm you'd expect from a Relais & Châteaux hotel! I would absolutely hide out here for a romantic weekend and have zero regrets for never leaving the immaculate grounds.
Stay Score
We've done the research for you and audited Casa Velha do Palheiro to find out exactly what this hotel is perfect for! The Stay Dreamer's Stay Score is like a review score, only focussing on the things that really make a stay.
9.1
Historic and Landmark
Why We Gave This Score
Originally built in 1804 as a hunting lodge and restored as a Relais & Châteaux property, with heritage architecture and Palheiro Gardens giving it clear landmark status.
7.8
Spa and Wellness
Why We Gave This Score
Wellness is present through spa treatments and a de-stressing, slow pace, though the hotel’s identity is equally driven by gardens and classic service.
8.7
Food and Wine
Why We Gave This Score
Two distinct restaurants (including the more formal Oxalis) plus garden tea at the Tea House create a strong, varied dining story on the estate.
8.9
Localised Luxury
Why We Gave This Score
Luxury feels rooted in Madeira’s quinta tradition, with Palheiro Gardens and the adjoining golf estate shaping days and giving a very Madeiran sense of place above Funchal.
Stay Dreamer
Insider Tips
Spend an hour in the Palheiro Gardens in the late afternoon, then book an early dinner and watch the light fade over the bay.
Hotel Location
In the Palheiro Estate above Funchal, the setting is green and elevated, closer to countryside calm than city bustle. You’re a short drive from the capital, but the hotel feels like its own world of gardens and quiet lanes.
How Close Are Restarants?
There isn’t a lively restaurant scene within easy walking distance, so you’ll usually eat on-site or take a short taxi into Funchal.
What Is Nearby to Casa Velha do Palheiro?
Getting there: Fly into Madeira Airport (FNC) then taxi or drive up to the Palheiro Estate above Funchal for the simplest door-to-door arrival. Getting around: The hotel’s shuttle into Funchal is ideal for planned afternoons and evenings. For exploring wider Madeira properly, a rental car gives you flexibility for levadas, coast roads and viewpoints without timetable stress.
Hotel Address: R. da Estalagem 23 - São Gonçalo, 9060-415 Funchal, Portugal
Essentials
Instead of displaying an endless list of every amenity the hotel has, we've collected the most important ones here that help it stand out amongst others, and fit into your perfect Vibe.
Fine Dining
Fitness Centre
Free Wifi
Spa Facilities
Incredible Views
On-site Restaurant
Shared Pool
City Outskirts
Biophilic or Sustainable Design
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