"Great food options (buffet unusually trumps the a la carte restaurant), friendly staff and great location with a fantastic outdoor and indoor pool. Housekeeping a bit inconsistent and bathrooms look/feel dated and not 5* standards, but minor gripes overall."
"Fantastic hotel and stay. All staff members were extremely friendly and helpful. I was even surprised with a cake on my birthday :). The hotel bars and breakfast were all great. There are many restaurants within walking distance and there are also several restaurants at the hotel although I did not visit those. The pools are very nice, the ocean access is great for an island with few beaches, and the ocean views are lovely. There is music every night at the bar and plenty to do at the hotel! The room itself was very clean and refreshed frequently. This is a 5 star hotel for a reason"
"Had a wonderful stay! The staff were incredibly helpful and kind and the room and property was extremely clean and the location was conveniently close to major attractions."
"Good basic 4 star hotel, as a base with a pool and breakfast it was fine for us. As long as a little tired decor doesn’t trigger you you’ll be great. Location is fantastic with a small park next door, shopping centre 5mins walk away and dozens of bars and restaurants nearby."
Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your money for fun things to do. We've heard good things about the marina and other attractions in this destination, as well as the sporting events.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look identical, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), low prices and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in Funchal?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These options get the best reviews from our travellers and could be a good place to start: Santa Maria - Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Praca do Municipio and Funchal Marina. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, tour/ticket assistance and laundry facilities. Rooms come with bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. Lazareto 148 Hostel - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and free Wi-Fi. 109 Funchal Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Praca do Municipio. Property features include free Wi-Fi, an arcade/games room and tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels, TVs and bed sheets. 29 Madeira Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Praca do Municipio. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi and tour/ticket assistance. You'll find towels and free Wi-Fi in all rooms.
How many hostels are there in Funchal?
If you're hoping to find a low-cost place to stay in Funchal, one of Expedia's 8 hostels might be a great option for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Funchal?
Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Funchal is 495 mm.
What is there to see and do in Funchal?
In general, Funchal is known for its gardens, restaurants and parks. Get out into nature with places such as Madeira Botanical Garden, Monte Palace Gardens and Palheiro Gardens. Cultural attractions include CR7 Museum, Quinta das Cruzes Museum and Museum of Natural History. Locals like to shop at Funchal Farmers Market and Centro Comercial Forum Madeira.
What's the best way to get to and around Funchal while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Funchal in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo), 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from the city centre.