The Pestana Grand Ocean Resort Hotel is set on a rugged clifftop and offers up sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean.
It's only a short shuttle bus ride into the centre of Funchal, too.The hotel doles out an ocean-view pool and top quality restaurants among a pretty landscape of tropical gardens, rockeries and manicured lawns.They’ve taken full advantage of the clifftop location here, particularly when it comes to the pool.
It’s a large saltwater number with glass balustrades, so the views stay uninterrupted.
There are plenty more relaxation opportunities, with an indoor pool, sauna and Turkish bath.
Food-wise, breakfast regularly gets impressive comments on TripAdvisor, and in the evening there are themed buffets and à la carte options.