Portugal ∙ Madeira ∙ Funchal

Girassol ****

FNC123
Fitness
Wellness
WLAN
Pool
Family
Air conditioning
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Location

Located in the holiday area of Funchal, on the "Estrada Monumental". In about 5 minutes on foot, you can reach the Lido and the center of Funchal with restaurants, bars, shopping and entertainment facilities, which is about 2 km away. There is a regular bus service.
Tall hotel building with balconies, tropical plants, and green lawn under clear blue sky.
Green garden path with stones between tall buildings and tropical plants.
Hotel with swimming pool, sun loungers, and views of the sea and mountains in the background.
Round pool with blue water, surrounded by white umbrellas and chairs overlooking the sea.

Facilities

Modern courtyard with green lawn, palm trees, and water feature beside a hotel building.
Four blue lounge chairs with white umbrellas by the poolside in a tropical resort.
Two white lounge chairs in a blue pool with water fountain and wooden daybeds in the background
Lush green garden with a paved path, benches, and dense tropical vegetation in a hotel setting.
Two modern armchairs on a terrace overlooking a garden and the ocean in the background.
Modern outdoor terrace with tables, chairs, and sofa in a sunny environment with trees.
Covered outdoor lounge with tables and chairs beside a hotel pool.
Cozy reading room with green walls, bookshelves, armchairs, and carpet flooring.
Bright hotel lounge area with seating and large windows overlooking greenery.
Bright restaurant with wooden floors, set tables, and large windows overlooking a terrace and trees.
Modern hotel lounge with beige marble, yellow sofas, and circular ceiling lighting.
Interior of a hotel featuring a modern staircase, reception desk, and seating lounge.
Elegant living room with a black grand piano and seating area.
Modern hotel bar area with illuminated counter, bar stools, and black-and-white photo on the wall.
Modern hotel bar with long counters, bar stools, and indirect lighting beneath skylights.
Modern indoor jacuzzi in a stylish wellness area with large windows.
The comfortably furnished 4-star hotel's facilities include a total of 134 rooms on 11 floors, a lobby with reception, buffet restaurant, à la carte restaurant (for a fee), snack bar, TV room, and hairdresser. The well-kept garden features two freshwater pools, one of which is heated year-round, as well as a separate children's pool and a sun terrace. Sun loungers, cushions, and umbrellas are included by the pool area.

Accommodation

Junior Suite with Side Sea View

The Junior Suites with side sea view have a bath or shower/WC, hairdryer, living area, separate bedroom, air conditioning, telephone, Wi-Fi (included), safety deposit box (rental fee), cable TV (LCD), small refrigerator, coffee/tea making facilities, and a balcony (JS2). Also available as a Junior Suite with side sea view for single occupancy. (JS1) Also bookable as Junior Suite with side sea view Type I with special pricing and limited availability when booking Half Board (JSI). Also bookable as Junior Suite with side sea view Type A and Type B, each with limited availability and special pricing.

Modern hotel room with two beds, sea view from the balcony.
Modern hotel room with blue sofa, wooden table, and balcony overlooking the sea.
Modern hotel room with wooden floor, wall-mounted TV, and balcony overlooking the city.
Modern hotel bathroom with toilet, sink on wooden counter, and large mirror wall.
Modern hotel room with two single beds, wooden flooring, and warm lighting fixtures.
Hotel room with blue sofa, armchair, wooden floor, and balcony overlooking the sea
Modern hotel room with blue sofa, armchairs, and sea view through large windows.
Modern hotel bathroom with toilet, sink on wooden counter, and large mirror wall.

Suite Superior with Sea View

The Superior Suites have the same amenities as the Junior Suites, but with a larger living area and sea view. (UM2) Also available as a Superior Suite for single occupancy. (UM1)

Meals

BB/HB/AI

All meals are served buffet-style.

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Breakfast (7:30 AM - 10 AM in the 'Seventy' restaurant), lunch (1 PM - 3 PM) by the pool area or at the 'First' bar, and dinner (7 PM - 9:30 PM in the 'Seventy' restaurant) served buffet-style. Show cooking and BBQ by the pool at lunchtime (weather permitting), snacks, sandwiches, cakes, and ice cream in the morning from 11 AM to 12 PM and in the afternoon from 4 PM to 6 PM at the pool bar or 'First' bar, local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks (served by the glass) such as mineral water, soft drinks, coffee, tea, beer, cocktails, vodka, gin, whiskey, brandy, liqueurs, and Portuguese wine (white, red, and rosé) from 11 AM to 11 PM. Depending on occupancy, lunch may be served as a set menu.

Sports for a fee

Fitness room

Wellness

Serenity Spa (entry fee applies) with Turkish bath, sauna, contrast showers, and whirlpool. Massages and treatments available for a fee.
Modern wooden sauna with glass door, benches, and wood stove indoors.
Modern, bright steam sauna with glass walls and benches.
Modern indoor jacuzzi in a stylish wellness area with large windows.
Modern indoor pool area with lounge chairs and warm lighting.

Entertainment

Twice a week, there is an entertainment program with live music and occasional folklore performances.

Hotel services

Wi-Fi (included).
Parking (subject to availability and prior reservation, for a fee).

Credit card

All major credit cards are accepted.

Hotel features

  • Internet
  • Children's pool
  • Wi-Fi
  • Sauna
  • Massages
  • Shopping facilities
  • Fitness
  • Hotel safe
  • Spa
  • Air conditioning
  • Family friendly
  • Extended hygiene concept

Sustainability

Travel with Future provides guidance for conscious decision-making. Our label identifies hotels certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices, actively investing in a more sustainable future. These standards encompass social responsibility, environmental awareness, and the cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as defined by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).Further information on sustainability at schauinsland-reisen can be found at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunftThis hotel has the following certification:
  • Green Key

Information

Various excursion/hiking packages can be booked as optional additional services in the reservation system:
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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Please note: A tourist tax of €2 per person/night is levied on Madeira (maximum 7 nights; children up to 12 years free). Payment is made locally at the hotel. Changes are possible.
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HOTEL CONTACT:
GIRASSOL
ESTRADA MONUMENTAL, 256
9004-539 FUNCHAL (MADEIRA)
PORTUGAL
PHONE: 00351-291-701570
FAX: 00351-291-765441
EMAIL: DIR@HOTELGIRASSOLMADEIRA.COM

Seasonal information

On Christmas and New Year's Eve, the dress code is "smart casual".
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Every year, Madeira hosts the famous FLOWER FESTIVAL - the "Festa da Flor". Admire the elaborately decorated floats and let yourself be swept away by the joy of life.
Experience this floral event up close on May 3, 2026, from one of the stands at Funchal harbor and book a grandstand seat for just €47 per person in addition to your room of choice, using the EDV code FNC500.
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Grandstand tickets for CARNIVAL:
Experience the grand parade up close on February 14, 2026.
Book your desired room and enter the EDV code FNC520 for the bookable grandstand tickets.
Price: €35 per ticket (limited availability)
Evening event - starts approx. 8 PM

Country category

4 Sterne