Portugal ∙ Madeira ∙ Funchal

VIDAMAR Resort Madeira *****

FNC234
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Location

The VIDAMAR Resort Madeira is located on the south coast of Madeira, directly on the seafront with a fantastic view of the Atlantic. In the vicinity, cafes, bars, and shops invite you to linger. The city center, the harbor, and the picturesque old town are about 2 km away, offering further recommended restaurants and shopping opportunities.
Sunset over the sea with hotel facilities and palm trees along the coast.
Luxury hotel with multiple pools on a cliffside overlooking the sea at sunset.
Aerial view of a pool and terrace by the sea with sun loungers and umbrellas.
An infinity pool reflects the colorful sunset sky with a pavilion at the edge.
Modern hotel building with large glass facade and palm trees in foreground under clear sky.

Facilities

Bright hotel lobby with large windows and wooden staircase beside a glass wall
Modern hotel lobby with large windows, sofas, and tables on a light floor.
Modern hotel lobby area with stylish seating and large window walls.
Modern lounge area with armchairs and bar in a hotel
Restaurant with sea view, set tables and umbrellas on the terrace.
Cozy outdoor terrace with set tables and colorful awning at night.
Modern hotel outdoor area with seating and abundant glass.
Elegant outdoor restaurant terrace with white tablecloths and decorative cocktails.
Bright restaurant with wooden floor and panoramic windows overlooking the sea.
Modern restaurant with glass walls and set tables overlooking palm trees.
Hotel terrace overlooking garden, palm trees, and ocean at sunset.
Path alongside a hotel with a sea view and garden plants under a clear sky.
View of a hotel pool with garden and sea in the background at sunrise.
Modern hotel buildings with balconies and manicured garden with trees and pathways in sunlight
Modern outdoor area with pools, loungers, and sea view under a cloudy sky.
Infinity pool overlooking the sea with a clear sky
The generously designed complex consists of 2 interconnected buildings, each housing 150 comfortable rooms facing the sea. The coherent overall concept includes a spacious lobby with a bar, a 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-enclosed panoramic elevator leading down to the 3 seawater pools and 1 children's pool with a sun terrace (here you will also find the restaurant „Sabor a Mar“ offering light meals and snacks for lunch). Sun loungers, cushions, and umbrellas are included. You can access the sea directly via two bathing platforms.

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 feature a bath/shower and toilet, bathrobes, slippers, hairdryer, cable TV, air conditioning, telephone, Wi-Fi (included), mini-fridge, kettle, safe (incl.), balcony, and are located on the lower floors on the garden/sea side (2MG). Also bookable as a single room (1MG).

Modern hotel room with bed, sofa, TV, wooden furniture, and orchid on a round table.
Modern hotel room with sofa, armchair, table, and balcony overlooking palm trees.
Bright bathroom with sink, mirror, bidet, and toilet in warm tones.
Bright hotel room with two beds, desk, TV, and balcony overlooking the sea.
Bright bathroom with sink, mirror, bidet, and toilet in warm tones.

Double room with 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 a limited contingent. Also bookable as a single room (DEM).

Superior double room with sea view

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

Modern hotel room with large bed, desk, chairs, and sea view through large windows.
Bright hotel room with bed, desk, seating area, and sea view through large windows.
Bright hotel room with balcony, sea view, sofa, armchairs, curtains, and potted plant on table.
Modern hotel room with double bed, seating area, and sea view through glass wall
Modern hotel room with sofas, flat-screen TV, and balcony with sea view
Bright living room with sofa, armchair, white table, and potted plant by a large window.
Bright bathroom with double sinks and large mirror.

Premium double room with sea view

The Premium double rooms with sea view are more modernly furnished, approx. 39 m² in size, located on the 9th-10th floors and offer direct sea view, daily free access to the otherwise chargeable 2200 m² Thalasso Spa (without treatments), fresh fruit upon arrival in the room, and a daily bottle of mineral water, tea and coffee making facilities (2PM). Otherwise, the equipment is the same as the double rooms with sea view. Also bookable as a Premium double room with sea view for single use (1PM). Also bookable as a Type O room (PMO) at a special price and with a limited contingent.

Family room

The family rooms consist of 2 double rooms with a connecting door. They are located on the first two floors and have the same amenities as the double rooms with side sea view or garden view, but in double capacity (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 old) (DF2).

Modern hotel room with bed, sofa, TV, wooden furniture, and orchid on a round table.
Modern hotel room with sofa, armchair, table, and balcony overlooking palm trees.
Bright bathroom with sink, mirror, bidet, and toilet in warm tones.
Modern hotel room with large bed, wooden furniture, and a table with snacks.
Two single beds with white linens and blue towels in a hotel room with neutral walls.

Premium family room

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

Suite

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

Cozy hotel room with sofa, table, flower decor, and balcony overlooking the sea.
Modern living room with sea view, spacious sofa, and adjacent dining area.
Modern hotel room with double bed and sea view through large windows.
Hotel room with double bed, sofa, round mirrors, and decorative folded towels on the bedspread.
A terrace with seating and a clear view of the sea under a bright sky.
A terrace with seating and a clear view of the sea under a bright sky.

Romantic Rooms

The Romantic Rooms include a romantic wellness package and are designed for couples in love. Upon arrival, you will be greeted with strawberries and sparkling wine, as well as rose petals on the bed. A couples' massage in the renowned spa area and a picnic basket packed for you to enjoy a romantic outing for two are also part of the package (no longer included from Summer 26). Valentine's Day Special: For arrivals from February 8th to February 13th, guests receive the romantic package at no extra charge. (EDP code: FNC234P)

Premium Junior Suite Sea View

Guests of the Premium Junior Suites Sea View receive the VIDAMAR Club Level experience: private check-in service, complimentary soft drinks in the minibar upon arrival, a personal assistant, evening turn-down service and pillow selection, premium dine-around (reserved seating), and unlimited access to the Thalasso Spa. The completely renovated Premium Junior Suites are located on floors 1 to 3 in Tower 1, are exclusively bookable for adults, and direct sea views are reserved for schauinsland-reisen guests. The Premium Junior Suites feature a comfortable living area, Smart TV, high-speed Wi-Fi, comfortable lounge furniture, refrigerator, 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 or two single beds and a dressing table. The bathrooms are equipped with eco-friendly amenities, a double vanity, a walk-in shower, toilet, and bidet (B2J). Also bookable as a Type O room (JMA).

Modern hotel room with double bed, beige and brown tones, and daylight from large windows.
Two comfortable beige armchairs in front of a palm-themed wall with a round mirror.
A seating area with two armchairs, a table, and a balcony overlooking the sea.
Modern bathroom with two sinks, round mirror, and walk-in shower with glass wall.
Modern hotel room with double bed, beige and brown tones, and daylight from large windows.
Cozy seating area next to a balcony overlooking a lake and palm trees.
Modern bathroom with two sinks, round mirror, and walk-in shower with glass wall.

VIDA Junior Suite Garden View

The new VIDA Junior Suites with garden view are located on floors 1 to 3 in Tower 1. They feature a comfortable living area, Smart TV, high-speed Wi-Fi, comfortable lounge furniture, refrigerator, safe, coffee and tea making facilities, bathrobes and slippers, hairdryer, and a spacious terrace or balcony. The sleeping area includes a double or two single beds and a dressing table. The bathrooms are equipped with eco-friendly amenities, a double vanity, a walk-in shower, toilet, and bidet. (JGB).

Meals

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Rich breakfast buffet. Dine around in the evening: Take advantage of the hotel's 'Dine Around' concept (excluding drinks) and dine in the evening as part of half board in addition to the main restaurant 'Ocean Buffet' with its varied international cuisine, also in the Italian restaurant 'Mamma Mia by Giovanni', the sushi restaurant 'KOI', or the traditional Casa das Espetadas restaurant. Here you can choose from the à la carte menu (a credit of €15 per person will be applied to your final bill). Free registration at the hotel reception (24 hours in advance) is required, and you can visit each of the restaurants a maximum of 1 time per week of your stay.

Modern hotel with terrace, exotic garden, and sea view 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 paid spa area; information available under Wellness), billiards/snooker, and table tennis.

Sports for a fee

PADI/SSI diving school. The hotel offers on-site discounts on green fees for golf courses and complimentary transfers to the golf courses (subject to availability).

Children's program

'Dolphins' Miniclub for children aged 3-6 years and 'Sharks' Miniclub for children aged 7-11 years. Babysitting service for children under 3 years on request (for a fee).
Bright children's playroom with colorful furniture and large windows to the outdoor area.
Colorful children's playground with slides and cushions in front of a glass window
Bright playroom with green wall, colorful wall decorations, and bean bags.
Children's room with colorful furniture and a table with pencils and a cartoon character T-shirt.
White T-shirt with a colorful Minions design, laid on a red surface.
Bright children's play area with colorful slides and sea view on a hotel terrace.

Wellness

Indoor pool with large windows overlooking the ocean at sunset.
Two spa beds with white sheets facing the sea through open curtains.
View from a terrace with sofas overlooking the sea at sunset with palm trees and boats.
Modern outdoor area with pools, loungers, and sea view under a cloudy sky.
Indoor pool with large glass windows overlooking the sea on a clear day.
A modern massage table with white towels and blue blankets in a calm room.
Indoor pool with jacuzzi and loungers in a modern wellness area with large windows
Spa area (entry from 16 years old): In the ultra-modern approx. 2200 m² spa area, you will find relaxation at the highest level. Thalasso Vital Swimming Pool, sauna, whirlpool, Turkish bath, and contrast showers, as well as massage rooms with sea views and a lounge, are available to guests for a fee. ************************************************************** The spa area is open in two 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. *************************************************************** Use our attractively priced spa package under code FNC234W (only bookable in Summer 2025, for stays until October 31, 25): 3 free entries to the otherwise chargeable spa area per person/stay and a 30-minute massage (Relax Massage) per hotel stay. Use the Thalassotherapy pool with sea view, sauna, whirlpool, contrast shower, and "Zen" lounge. Additional treatments and massages are not included and can be booked on-site at the reception for a fee.

Entertainment

Evening entertainment and light daytime animation several times a week.

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 for disabled guests/wheelchair users. Bookable on request. Hairdresser (for a fee).

Hotel features

  • Diving
  • Volleyball/Beach Volleyball
  • Wi-Fi
  • Sauna
  • Massages
  • Spa
  • Fitness
  • Gay
  • Internet
  • Kids club/Miniclub
  • Golf
  • Children's pool
  • Romance & Honeymooners
  • Shopping facilities
  • Indoor pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Hotel safe
  • Children's playground
  • Tennis
  • Bicycle rental
  • Club
  • Family friendly
  • Extended hygiene concept

Sustainability

Travel for the Future provides guidance for making conscious decisions. Our label identifies hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices and actively invest in a more sustainable future. These standards cover 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

Notice

Please note: Madeira charges a tourist tax of EUR 2,- per person/night (maximum 7 nights; children up to 12 years free). Payment is made on-site at the hotel. Changes are possible. ******************************************************************** The Romantic Rooms include a romantic wellness package for two (only bookable in Summer 2025 for stays until October 31, 25). Included are: rose petals on the bed, sparkling wine and fruit upon arrival in the room, 1 bottle of mineral water, 1 couples' massage in the 2200 m² spa and free use of the facilities after the treatment, as well as either a romantic lunch at the 'Sabor a Mar' restaurant with Atlantic views or a picnic basket packed for you to spend an afternoon as a couple. Accommodation is exclusively for double occupancy and can be booked in a tastefully furnished double room with a side or direct sea view, as well as in spacious suites (EDP code: FNC234P). ******************************************************************** For Valentine's Day, we are offering all arrivals (minimum/maximum stay of 7 nights) arriving between February 8th and February 13th, staying in Romantic Rooms, the upgrade to the romantic package mentioned above, which is otherwise included in the travel price, as a gift. You only pay the regular room price. ******************************************************************** Various excursion/hiking packages can be booked as optional additional services in the booking system: Star Tour with hotel code FNC444 (request H): 4 excursions including local, German-speaking tour guide, entrance fees as per itinerary (entrance fees not listed are not included). Description see below. ****************************** Hiking Combo Madeira (choose 2 out of currently 8 hikes). Description at www.hotel-beschreibung.de/hotel/FNC501 ****************************** Hiking Week (for those who want to hike a bit more). Description at www.hotel-beschreibung.de/hotel/FNC999 ******************************************************************** 1 accessible double room available on request (double room with side sea view or garden view/2MG or double room with sea view/DM). ******************************************************************** All hotel areas are wheelchair accessible. ******************************************************************** Dogs are not allowed.
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 Pico dos Barcelos viewpoint, you overlook the bay of Funchal, and then continue to Eira do Serrado, from where you can look down into the crater of an extinct volcano. At the bottom lies the village of Curral das Freiras (Valley of the Nuns). Continue to Monte, where you visit the Nossa Senhora do Monte church. On the way back, you have the opportunity to ride the traditional wicker sledges. (Not included in the price) Porto Moniz (Wednesday/Friday): Departure towards Câmara de Lobos (fishing village where the famous Espada – black scabbardfish – is caught). Continue via Cabo Girão (Europe's highest sea cliff at 580m), and then the route leads along the coast to Ribeira Brava. From Ponta de Sol, the road ascends to the plateau of Pául da Serra (1400m). Finally, it descends to Porto Moniz to the natural swimming pools. Lunch break is taken here. The return journey is via the north coast, passing through Seixal to São Vicente. From there, the route ascends over the Encumeada Pass (1007m), offering views of both the north and south coasts simultaneously. Afterwards, return to Funchal. Santana (Tuesday/Saturday): Departure into the mountains via Poiso towards Pico do Arieiro (1810m). Descend to Ribeiro Frio. Here you are in the heart of Madeira's laurel forest (Laurisilva), a UNESCO World Heritage site. The journey continues to Santana, famous for its thatched houses. Lunch break is taken here. Afterwards, proceed to Pico do Facho. Then return to Funchal. Levada and Botanical Garden (Monday/Wednesday): The 4th and final excursion takes you on a approx. 1.5-hour Levada walk (difficulty: easy) to the Botanical Garden, famous for its around 3,000 different plant species (entrance fee and guided tour included). ****************************************** The excursion days will be communicated to you on-site. No minimum number of participants, guaranteed execution. Changes to the itinerary are subject to change. Days without excursions are at your own disposal. Entrance fees not listed are not included. All transfers from/to the hotel to the excursion region are included. ******************************************************************* Hotel Contact: VIDAMAR RESORT MADEIRA ESTRADA MONUMENTAL, 175-177 9000-100 FUNCHAL (MADEIRA) PORTUGAL TELEPHONE: +351 291 717 777 TELEFAX: +351 291 768 449 In the catalog "Canary Islands · Madeira" Winter 2025/26 on page 228. In the catalog "Canary Islands · Madeira" Summer 2026 on page 233.

Seasonal information

On 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". Admire the elaborately decorated floats and be swept away by the joie de vivre. Experience this floral event up close on May 3rd, 2026, from one of the grandstands at Funchal harbor and book a grandstand ticket with EDP code FNC500 for only €47 per person in addition to your chosen room. ******************************************************************************** Grandstand tickets for CARNIVAL: Experience the grand parade up close on February 14th, 2026. Book your desired room and enter EDP code FNC520 for the bookable grandstand tickets. Price: €35 per ticket (limited availability) Evening event - starts approx. 8 PM.

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