Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden ★★★★

Welcome to the “Hawaii of Europe.”

 Surrounded by the ocean, with its magnificent volcanic landscape, rich luscious greenery, rugged coastlines, cascading rivers, and waterfalls, Madeira is a spectacular escape. Renowned for the subtropical climate and eternal spring weather, the rich fertile soil gifts an abundance of year-round flora. Nestled to the south of the island, the Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden will engulf you in your own botanical oasis. Stroll meandering paved-stone pathways lined by banana trees, mangoes, fern palms and flourishing flowers in the expansive hotel gardens.

 Already a vibrant feast for your senses, it doesn’t stop there. The verdant grounds reveal the hotel with its rich pink-and-tan exterior, framed by the sparkling blue backdrop of the wild Atlantic. Overflowing with antiquities, the hotel balances its historic features with contemporary touches and décor, creating a fresh but warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Lay back and delight in the sweeping ocean views from the outdoor pool. Take a refreshing dip and sip a local beer in the sun's warmth. Why not try a delicious Poncha, the traditional island cocktail made from local sugar cane? When it comes to dining, an array of options awaits you. Enjoy Mediterranean delights alfresco on the terrace, Thai cuisine or the hotel’s international prize-winning gourmet restaurant.

 Take the free hotel shuttle to explore the cosmopolitan Funchal. Cocooned in a natural amphitheatre, with its pleasant harbour, you may know it as the birthplace of world-renowned footballer Cristiano Ronaldo, or for its famous Madeira wine cellars. If you’re feeling even more adventurous, the island is teeming with incredible hikes. When you return, indulge, and unwind in the hotel’s impressive spa, with a myriad of facilities and therapeutic treatments on offer. If that’s not enough, there’s always the hotel’s gym or 5-hole putting green.