Golf holidays in Madeira
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If you thought Madeira was more famous for it's wine than golf, think again. With every top-class golf course, there are ocean views and clifftop locations just around the corner. And there's always the odd glass of rosé to keep you going...
The rocky island of Madeira is much more than perfect gardens, rugged mountains and dramatic views. Home to great golf, many of our hotels provide discounts on local courses and free transfers to get you there - perfect for a day on Madeira's sparkling greens.
And when you're not teeing off against a stunning mountainous backdrop, why not wander into Madeira's five-century-old capital? Not only is it the location for some of our best golfing hotels on the island. It's also a hit for culture vultures, designer shoppers and explorers alike. And once you've worked up an appetite on the course or on the city's cobbled streets, you're in for yet another treat. Funchal's natural harbour means there's excellent seafood, not to mention plenty of fine restaurants to tickle your tastebuds.
Golf holidays in Funchal
If you're looking for class, then you've come to the right place. Funchal itself oozes style, and our pick of the city's hotels are the perfect accompaniment.
The 5T Cliff Bay hotel has a stunning clifftop location and is within walking distance of the city. There's stacks of facilities here, from a fully-equipped gym and tennis court to a health spa with treatments, sauna and steam room - the perfect way to round off your game. On top of that, the hotel provides a 30% discount at nearby courses.
With it's own driving nets, putting green and minigolf, not to mention 30% discount at nearby course and free transfers, the Hotel Savoy is a great base for golf holidays. It also boasts a spa with a heated indoor pool, hydromassage, Turkish bath and sauna. But if that's tipping the relaxation scales a bit too much, then why not try out the hotel's gym, Sport's Park or perhaps a spot of tennis? Some facilities are available at the next-door Royal Savoy Resort Hotel which are also available for guests at the Savoy Hotel.
Also offering 30% discounts at local courses are the centrally located 4T+ Porto Santa Maria and the popular 4T Eden Mar Hotel. You'll find facilities galore at these hotels. The Porto Santa Maria occupies a cracking central location, surrounded by historical sights, 17th-century architecture, shops‚ restaurants and museums, and boasts a health club with massage, sauna, whirlpool bath and gym. The
EdenMar Hotel goes one step further by joining forces with it's sister hotel, the Porto Mare. With no less than two gyms, a sauna, whirlpool bath and a tennis court, the hotel also offers minigolf and a practice net for die-hard golfing guests.
Further up the scale, and with a reputation as perhaps the finest hotel in Madeira, the Pestana Carlton Madeira is a haven of 5T bliss. As a founder member of Palheiro Golf Course, the hotel offers reduced green fees for guests‚ also available at the Santo da Serra course, and free transfers. On top of that you'll find a floodlit tennis court, minigolf, watersports, a gym and free use of the sauna and health club.
Our final but by no means least pick of golf hotels in Funchal is the fabulous 4T Quinta Do Sol.
Set on a hill overlooking the Bay of Funchal‚ this hotel’s sports facilities‚ discounts on fees and free transfers to local courses are definite bonuses for golf enthusiasts. There's also a gym‚ sauna, whirlpool bath and snooker, not to mention tennis and squash at the club next door. On top of the 30% discount on the nearby Palheiro and Santo da Serra golf courses, you'll also get golf club storage, an early breakfast and pre-reserved tee-off times. Talk about special treatment!
Golf holidays in Canico de Baixo
A short way around the coast to the east from Funchal brings you to Canico de Baixo, a pretty little village built around an 18th-century church, with a modern resort area. The whole area in and around this village as well as Canico and heading out towards Funchal is excellent for golf, not to mention hiking, walking and numerous other activities.
The 4T+ Riu Palace Madeira is a top-class hotel oozing style and sophistication, with plenty to keep you busy when you're not practising your swing out on the nearby course. Top up your fitness levels in the hotel's centre, sharpen your backhand on the floodlit tennis courts, or thrash your travelling companions at a game of pool in the hotel's games room. Or you could simply plump for a massage or sauna in the hotel's health centre. Perfect for those aching limbs!
Please note: from time to time some hotel details may change. Although we make every effort to keep you updated, we cannot guarantee that all golfing or sports facilities will be available. Therefore please contact us prior to booking to make sure that your preferred hotel has all the facilities you require.
