Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, opened in 1891 on a clifftop above Funchal Bay on the Portuguese island of Madeira. Set in ten acres of subtropical gardens, it offers classically styled rooms and suites with sea or garden views, three heated saltwater pools by the ocean, a spa, and several restaurants including the fine-dining William. It is known for afternoon tea on the terrace and gracious, traditional service. Madeira's mild year-round climate makes it a destination in every season.
WHY WE LOVE IT:
Reid's Palace has been the address in Madeira since 1891, perched on a cliff above Funchal Bay in ten acres of subtropical gardens. It's wonderfully old-school in the best way: afternoon tea on the terrace with the Atlantic below, heated saltwater pools cut into the rocks, and a quiet, gracious pace that's drawn writers and royalty for generations. Madeira's spring-like climate makes it a year-round escape. I love it for travelers who want timeless elegance, sea air, and gardens to wander rather than a buzzy scene.
INSIDER TIP:
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Reid’s Palace
MADEIRA
Best of the Best
SPELLBOUND PERKS:
Belmond Bellini Club benefits when booked through Spellbound:
Priority room upgrade at check-in, subject to availability
Daily breakfast for two guests
Property credit, up to $200 USD equivalent (varies by property)
VIP recognition and a welcome amenity
Priority early check-in and late check-out, subject to availability
Complimentary Wi-Fi
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