We have had some great trips to Madeira. This warm, picturesque island is filled with wonderful sights, activities and attractions making it perfect for a family trip. It’s one of those places you can visit at any time of the year as there’s always something to do there and the weather is often warm and balmy. We have rounded up the best Madeira family hotels for every budget and family hotels in Madeira in the best locations.
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Reid’s Palace, Funchal

If your budget will stretch to it then the absolute best place to stay in Madeira is Reid’s Palace.
This old school hotel is packed full of style with all the luxury you could want.
The pools here are wonderful and there’s just an air of history and class that is hard to replicate. The food here is also so good.
For families there are interconnecting rooms or really spacious suites. They have lovely touches like a teddy bear for each child that stays and there’s a great kids club here too.
Definitely one of the best family friendly hotels in Madeira.
Check availability hereHotel Quinta do Furão, Santana
This is a lovely hotel in picturesque Santana and kids are more than welcome here.
This 4 star hotel has all the facilities you could need including an outdoor pool, games room and a great restaurant.
They have gorgeous gardens for kids to stretch their legs and a playground to really burn off any energy.
The breakfast here is superb and families will love the two bedroom villa that’s available. This hotel comes in at a great price too.
Check availability hereHotel The Cliff Bay, Funchal
This hotel may not have some of the history and tradition of Reid’s Palace but it does have some amazing facilities including fantastic swimming pools.
During the big holidays the hotel puts on special activities for the younger guests. And they have interconnecting rooms which is always such a good way to stay with kids.
The food here is highly rated too making it a great family stay.
Check availability hereThe Golden Residence Hotel, Funchal

This is a lovely hotel on the outskirts of Funchal.
There’s plenty of space here for families to spread out, the suites feel really large with multiple bedrooms and kitchen facilities to cook up food in.
There are pools, an onsite restaurant and great views across to the sea.
Check availability herePestana Casino Studios, Funchal
This is a really well priced hotel which offers free accommodation for children up to 12 years old when they share their parents’ room (up to a maximum of two children).
There are pools, tennis courts and a kids club to keep all of the family entertained.
The rooms also come with a small kitchenette helping to keep costs down so you can eat in during some of your holiday.
Check availability hereRoyal Savoy Hotel, Funchal
This is a wonderful 5 star hotel packed with some great facilities that families will love.
There are some fantastic pools here including a children’s pool and suites and interconnecting rooms are also available.
This is a really luxurious stay at one of the island’s newest hotels.
Check availability hereWe hope you’ve enjoyed our roundup of the best Madeira family accommodation. Why not check out our top things to do in Madeira with kids here or our best Madeira day trips.