Madeira, Funchal
Set within 28,150 square metres of tropical gardens, the Quinta da Casa Branca Hotel offers five-star boutique luxury and both contemporary rooms and traditional manor house suites, 2km from Funchal’s city centre. This peaceful resort offers a retreat from the hustle of the city centre, perfect for couples who want a quiet escape, and is part of the ‘Small Luxury Hotels of the World’ collection.
The hotel offers a range of dining options, a spa, two outdoor swimming pools (with one being adults only,) and world-class staff who can cater to your every need. Enjoy strolls though the botanic gardens and banana plantations, luxury spa treatments, al fresco dining, or an afternoon cocktail at the property’s 19th century bar. Those looking for relaxation, nature-lovers, and romance will find it all here. Quinta da Casa Branca is only a ten-minute walk to the nearby lido. The concierge can also arrange a wide variety of sailing trips, water sports, or local tours.
Due to the hotels location wheelchair access is not available, and the hotel does not offer any specially adapted rooms. For this reason, the hotel is not suitable for handicapped people or anyone with reduced mobility.
The hotel has 41 rooms and two suites in the hotel, with five manor house suites and a villa in the manor house grounds. Child prices apply to ages 4–12 years. The hotel is available on a half-board basis.
The Casa da Quinta restaurant and bar, situated in a 19th century building offers lunch, snacks, and casual dining in addition to drinks on an open terrace with beautiful views of the gardens and hillsides of Funchal.
Lunch 12:00 – 15:00
Dinner 18:30 – 22:00
Reservations are required in advance.
A modern and elegant space built entirely from glass, wood and green marble serving up a delicious breakfast buffet. Located beside the hotel's main swimming pool, the peaceful surroundings make it an ideal spot to relax and take your time.
Open: 7:30am – 10:30am
This traditional restaurant celebrates the flavours of Madeira in the luxurious Manor House, with al fresco dining available on the terrace.
Open: Tuesday - Saturday 19:00-21:30
Reservations are required in advance. T-shirts, shorts, tennis shoes, and beach sandals are not allowed in the restaurant.
Enjoy afternoon tea surrounded by colourful gardens with an assortment of sandwiches, a range of homemade cakes and scones and a selection of teas.
Located 2km from the coast, there are various little coves and beaches near Quinta da Casa Branca that can be accessed by car or taxi.
Quinta da Casa Branca features two outdoor freshwater swimming pools with one being adults only. Set in a tranquil garden, sun umbrellas, sun beds, towels, and changing rooms are provided, and snacks and drinks are available at the nearby Casa da Quinta Restaurant, with poolside service available throughout the day.
Open: 09:00 - 18:00 November to April, and 09:00 – 19:00 May to October
The Frangipani Spa offers a range of ELEMIS treatments, designed to embody the serenity of the resort’s gardens. The health club can also be found here, and offers workout equipment, a sauna, steam bath and Jacuzzi, relaxation rooms with herbal teas, and changing rooms. Towels and dressing gowns are also provided.
Open: 10:00 – 20:00 (Health Club), 11:30 – 20:00 from Tuesday to Saturday (Spa)
Reservations are required in advance.
The hotel can arrange a range of sightseeing tours, and hiking trails can be found surrounding the property. Quinta da Casa Branca also offer bicycle hire.
Max 2 adults, 1 child
Garden Rooms are located on the ground floor with a private terrace and direct access to the gardens. All rooms include two twin beds (can be pushed together to make a double), Nespresso machine, Cable TV, direct dial telephone, safe, hairdryer, air conditioning, minibar, bathrobes and slippers and a complimentary WiFi.
37m² (including terrace)
Max 2 adults, 1 child
Premium Rooms feature a private balcony or terrace with a double sunlounger, overlooking the gardens. Rooms include queen size bed, large marble bathroom with a bathtub and a separate shower, sitting area and a dressing room. In addition to all above amenities, superior rooms also include a Nespresso machine.
55m² (including balcony/terrace)
Max 2 adults, 1 child
Deluxe Suites feature large balconies overlooking the gardens, furnished with deckchairs. The Suites consist of a bedroom with a king size bed, dressing room, separate living room and a bathroom with a Jacuzzi® bath and include a Nespresso machine.
110m²
Max 2 adults
Manor House Suites are located in a separate Manor House in the sub tropical gardens of Quinta Da Casa Branca and are detailed with lavish interiors. They include a spacious bedroom with an adjoining living area, a separate lounge, large marble bathtub, walk-in shower, bathrobes & slippers, sunloungers on the balcony or terrace, WiFi, safe andminibar.
Guests staying in a Premium Room, Deluxe Suite, Manor House Suite receive:
- Free Mini-Bar replenished once a day with water and soft drinks
- Mineral water and fruits in the room upon arrival
All rooms are equipped with coffee & tea making facilities which are replenished complimentary once a day.
Honeymooners will receive a bottle of sparkling wine in their room on arrival. Those celebrating an anniversary will receive a bottle of sparkling wine in their room on the day of their anniversary.
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