Quinta Jardins do Lago

A Historic Quinta Above Funchal Bay

Quinta Jardins do Lago is a luxury estate with roots going back 600 years, set on a plateau overlooking Funchal — just 5 minutes from downtown and 20 minutes from the airport. The grounds are a botanical retreat in their own right, with gardens cultivated over centuries and giant eucalyptus trees that once served as navigation beacons for ships entering the harbour.

Rooms & Dining

Accommodation ranges from deluxe and premium garden rooms to heritage junior suites and a private four-bedroom garden villa. On site, five restaurants and bars — including Beresford, Colombo Bistro, and the Jade Room — cover everything from fine dining to relaxed drinks by the pool.

Good to Know

• Location: Rua Dr. João Lemos Gomes, 29, São Pedro, 9000-208 Funchal
• Contact: +351 291 750 100

A good pick if you want a quieter, garden-set stay that's still close to central Funchal.