Madeira, a lush archipelago off the coast of Portugal, has emerged as one of Europe’s hottest travel destinations in recent years. Known for its breathtaking landscapes, subtropical climate, and world-class culinary scene, the island has seen tourism growth year after year.

Madeira’s strikingly varied geography draws visitors from around the world. From towering mountains and coastal cliffs to verdant valleys and volcanic beaches, the island is a paradise for nature lovers. Madeira’s year-round mild climate ensures that outdoor activities like hiking, paragliding, diving, and dolphin-watching are always in season.

Known for its warm weather, temperate ocean, and cinematic, mountainous landscape that feels like it is on the edge of the world, Madeira is attracting people of all ages year-round. A hot spot for thrill-seekers, the island is a favorite for hikers, cyclists, and adventure lovers who enjoy riding a bike or paragliding from cliffs. Some come for something more sedate – long days reading on pebbly beaches, sunny al-fresco seafood lunches, and sunset swims at open-air lidos. Others simply stay at one of the many excellent resort hotels in Funchal, the capital, and rarely leave, except for occasionally dropping into the city for a drink or bite to eat.

Regardless of what you desire, there is almost certainly a hotel in Madeira to meet your needs – a historic grand dame, a family-run Quinta in the country, a beachside spa hotel, or a design-focused villa with sweeping sea views. You can find the best Madeira hotels laid out below.