Quintinha de Sao Joao - Funchal

A timeless haven in Madeira, Quintinha de Sao Joao is a city hotel that doesn’t feel like one. Set within an elegant Madeiran manor house, just a mile from Funchal’s vibrant centre, this retreat is ideally located for exploring the city. Blooming gardens and classic interiors, rich with tapestries and flora, create an ambience that’s both luxurious and welcoming. The hotel is small in size but grand in detail, with two pools, a serene spa, a well-equipped fitness room, an all-day dining spot and a bar. Warm and attentive hospitality shines through in special touches for returning guests and wonderful weekly gatherings. Evenings are a delight, too, with piano music, Madeira wine tasting and cocktails. Quintinha de Sao Joao is a romantic retreat crafted for couples.

A stay at this hotel means the wonders of Madeira are always within reach. Just a mile away, Funchal’s historic centre awaits with winding cobbled streets, botanical gardens and the hum of local cafes. The bustling Avenida Arriaga, two miles from your hotel, is the city’s main shopping strip. It’s perfect for a little retail jaunt, with a side of coffee and people-watching. The sea air beckons at the Funchal Marina and along the Seaside Promenade, both a mile and a half away. Here, waterfront strolls and laid-back restaurants are the order of the day. If you’re craving a little wild beauty, the UNESCO-listed Laurissilva Forest, 18 miles out, offers trails that wind through stunning greenery. Closer to home, you’ll also find parks and gardens peppered throughout Funchal – like Madeira Botanical Gardens, three miles from Quintinha de Sao Joao. Should a breezy beach day call your name, there’s plenty of choice, from the black pebbles of Formosa beach, three miles west, to the imported, golden sands of Machico Beach, 20 miles north east along the coast. Madeira Airport is approximately 12 miles from the hotel.

Effortlessly elegant rooms come wrapped in a palette of calming colours with wooden floors and classic headboards to match. Spacious and thoughtfully designed, each room offers a charming living or working area and an en-suite bathroom for your comfort. Most rooms bring the outside in with lovely views looking out over the lush gardens. For a little extra indulgence, book a Premium Balcony Room and enjoy your own private, open-air space – a sweet table and chairs provide a perch for you and your morning coffee. Opt for a Superior Suite and you’ll be welcomed with a private entrance hall, as well as your own balcony.