Quinta MirabelavsCasa Velha do Palheiro Relais & Chateaux
Both Quinta Mirabela and Casa Velha do Palheiro are rated very highly by professionals. Overall, Casa Velha do Palheiro scores significantly better than Quinta Mirabela. Casa Velha do Palheiro has a TripExpert Score of 88 with praise from 5 reviewers such as The Telegraph, Frommer's and Oyster.
Quinta Mirabela
Caminho do Monte 105-107, Funchal, Madeira 9050-288, Portugal
From $81/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
The Telegraph
8.0
"High up above Funchal, with magnificent views over the bay, and perfectly positioned to enjoy the New Year’s Eve fireworks, the 24-bedroom Quinta Mirabela offers a luxurious base from which to explore." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The four-pearl Quinta Mirabela is located relatively far inland, a 30-minute walk away from Funchal's center, but this means views overlooking the city and sea are breathtaking." Full review
Casa Velha do Palheiro Relais & Chateaux
Rua da Estalagem 23, Palheiro Golf Sao Goncalo, Funchal, Madeira 9060-415, Portugal
From $188/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Concierge
"If you simply must have five-star luxury and you just gotta be on the links, this Relais & Chateau country house just north of Funchal is the place to stay."
Frommer's
"This unique inn was constructed in 1804 as a hunting lodge for the first Count of Carvalhal and then was restored in 1996 to become Madeira's first government-rated five-star country-house." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Casa Velha do Palheiro is an upscale resort dating from 1801, with 300 acres of gardens, nature trails, and an 18-hole golf course with sea views." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"High up above Funchal, Casa Velha was originally a hunting lodge for João, First Count of Carvalhal." Full review
Jetsetter
"Hunting lodge turned country house hotel surrounded by subtropical gardens and a hilltop golf course." Full review