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Funchal Old Town Madeira Portugal

Barcelo Funchal OldTown

553 reviews
  • Stylish, modern hotel with a rooftop pool in a great Old Town location
  • Close to the marina and the Palace of San Lorenzo

Old Town meets modern luxury in Funchal

Just a stone’s throw from the Palace of San Lorenzo, smack bang in the middle of Funchal’s Old Town, locations don’t get much better than this. This hotel is practically on the seafront, too, so it’s got some stellar sea views to shout about.

If you fancy a dip, you’re in luck, this place has got a swanky rooftop pool – complete with a bar doling out cocktails for you to enjoy on a sunny afternoon. Sightseeing will be a cinch from here, too. The marina is just a three-minute walk away, while 15th century Corpo Santo Chapel is about 13 minutes’ walk from the hotel. For anything further afield – such as the Botanical Gardens or the picturesque village of Monte – there’s a great bus network with stops dotted all around the Old Town, so hop on!

Facilities

Food & Drink

  • 1 buffet breakfast restaurant
  • 1 à la carte restaurant
  • 2 bars (including 1 rooftop)
Use of these facilities may attract additional charges. All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, and dress code.

Entertainment

  • Outdoor rooftop swimming pool
Use of these facilities may attract additional charges. All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, and dress code.

Sports & Health

  • Fitness
  • Gym
Use of these facilities may attract additional charges. All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, and dress code.

Find out more about Funchal Old Town

Funchal, Madeira’s terracotta-roofed capital, is a charming seafront city overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. And the Old Town or, ‘Zonha Velha’, is undoubtedly the jewel in its crown. Flaunting cobbled streets, sunny squares and Colonial architecture, this compact pocket of the city is like a movie set. It’s packed with landmarks like the Corpo Santo Chapel – a church dating back to the 15th century – and the Fabrica de Chapeus, a hat factory that’s been in operation for more than 60 years. The scenes aren’t all age-old, either – check out the ornately hand-painted doors, courtesy of modern local artists. Good looks aside, this is one of the best places in Funchal for wining and dining. It’s all about local produce in these parts, and you can expect independent eateries with small menus and lots of character. This is a great base for exploring the rest of the island, too. Must-sees on holidays to Funchal Old Town include Madeira Botanical Gardens and the mountaintop village of Monte.

Rua Da Alfandega No del 9 al 19, Funchal Old Town, 9000-059, Portugal

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