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5 STAR LUXURY HOTEL • 130 ROOMS & 34 SUITES
Newly re-opened after a 3-month closure at the beginning of 2006, and a multi-million dollar renovation program. Enjoy new room designs, pool deck area, and dining facilities. New spa opening July 06. A legendary hotel set in lush and tranquil sub-tropical botanical gardens poised over the Bay of Funchal in what is considered one of the best year-round climates in the world. Reid´s Palace commands a spectacular cliff-top position with breathtaking views. This grand hotel, with beautifully decorated guest rooms and public areas, is reminiscent of a bygone era. For over a century, poets, actors, and statesmen have strolled through the renowned gardens that overflow with an array of colors to the edge of the cliffs. You’ll enjoy the same classic elegance once savored by George Bernard Shaw and Winston Churchill. Reid's Palace Hotel has a variety of superb restaurants to enjoy and socialise in the utmost comfort. Have a lunch buffet in the Pool Terrace, have afternoon tea in the Lounge or Tea Terrace, eat alfresco cuisine in Brisa do Mar under the stars (seasonal), dine at Les Faunes in an elegant modern ambience (seasonal), or the elegant Dining Room, serving table d'hôte menu or à la carte with live music, savor the Italian cuisine in Ristorante Villa Cipriani, overlooking the Atlantic, or just relax in the privacy of your own room and take advantage of Room Service. Three heated swimming pools, and sun terraces line the cliffs. La Prairie Spa beauty treatments on property and two outstanding golf courses nearby in Santo da Serra (27 holes) and Palheiro (18 holes), both 600 meters above sea level.
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ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
130 rooms and 34 suites with sea facing views of either gardens or Funchal Bay. Individually decorated in pastel colors, in traditional style and comfort with new wicker tables and chairs on the balconies or terraces.
Presidential Suite (2 bedrooms)
Presidential Suite (1 bedroom)
Executive Suite
Superior Suite
Junior Suite
Premier Double Room
Superior Double Room |
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AMENITIES
At the hotel: Daily activity program. Airport transfers. Hotel courtesy bus to downtown Funchal. Nightly dancing and cocktail bar. Fun at Reid's children's program during holiday seasons. Children's facilities, programs, dining, etc. Pets accepted (Fee and/or Restrictions May Apply)
In your room: Air conditioning, In-room safe, Marble bathroom with vanity units, Cable TV and video, Direct phone line, Minibar, Welcome fruit and flowers. |
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DINING
The Dining Room (jacket and tie).
The seasonal Les Faunes Gourmet Restaurant (jacket required).
Brisa do Mar al fresco restaurant (smart casual).
Ristorante Villa Cipriani (informal attire), with regional Italian specialties.
Poolside restaurant (informal attire) for lunch.
Traditional tea on the tea terrace.
24-hour room service. |
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ACTIVITIES
On-site: La Prairie Spa. 10 acres of botanical gardens. 3 swimming pools and sun terraces lining the cliffs with sea pool and bathing in the Atlantic. Two tennis courts with instruction, windsurfing, and water-skiing. Deep-sea fishing and “levadas” hikes up to 1,500 meters above sea level. Superb Billiards Room.
Nearby: Boat excursions, Hiking, Jeep Safaris, Helicopter Tours, Deep Sea Fishing, Whale and Dolphin watching. |
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GOLF
Two outstanding golf courses nearby in Santo da Serra (27 holes) and Palheiro (18 holes), both 600 meters above sea level. |
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LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Madeira Flower Festival - in May
Madeira Wine Festival - in September
Funchal - See the daily flower, fish and vegetable market. Botanical Gardens, Sé Cathedral, Madeira wine lodges where you can sample this famous wine.
Câmara de Lobos - A fishing village hardly changed by time.
Camacha - Centre of the wickerwork industry
Cabo Girão - The world's second highest sea cliff
Santana - Typical local thatched houses with pointed roofs
Seixal - Some of the best wine is produced here
Porto Moniz - Swim in the volcanic rock sea pools
Ponta Delgada - A colonial village
São Vincente Caves |
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GETTING THERE
Address: Reid's Palace, P-9000 Funchal, Madeira, Portugal.
Airport: Funchal (FNC) - 22 km. Book Flights
Transportation: Rent A Car Driving Directions: When leaving the airport take the Highway "Cota 200" towards Funchal. Follow this road approx. 20 km, until you reach the exit Funchal "Hospital" and "Porto" (After 12 tunnels). Turn off at the above exit and follow this road until your reach a roundabout (stay in the right-hand lane). Take the 2nd on the right towards the "Hospital" and "Avenida do Mar" until you come to a crossing with a traffic light. Turn right and continue past the bridge. You will find Reid's Palace on the left-hand side, at number 139 Estrada Monumental. As it is not permitted to turn left here, you should continue along the same road until you get to a roundabout where you can turn around. Drive back along the same road, until you reach Reid's Palace on the right side. |
Take advantage of our special rates and offers:
HOTEL RESERVATIONS | BOOK FLIGHTS | CAR RENTAL |
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