Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira
Madeira, Castelo Branco, Portugal · Virtuoso · 2026 benefits
Reid’s Palace, a Belmond Hotel, is a legendary retreat in Madeira. Its story began with a Scotsman, William Reid, who built up a thriving wine export business on the island. He decided to construct a palatial hotel on the promontory overlooking Funchal. It opened in 1891 and went on to attract illustrious guests from Sissi, the Empress of Austria, to Winston Churchill, the British prime minister. Today, Reid’s star shines ever brighter – literally. Now a gourmet destination, the hotel was awarded the first ever Michelin star earned by a Madeiran chef at William Restaurant. It’s one of several sensational dining options. Others include a cosy, cliffside Italian restaurant, an elegant terrace…
Discerning travelers adore Reid's Palace for its superb service, excellent hospitality, and fine culinary experiences in calm and exclusive surroundings. It was here that Sir Winston Churchill painted and wrote his war memoirs, and also where George Bernard Shaw mastered the tango. Indulge in a Deluxe Sea View Room for the best ocean and garden views from your private balcony or patio. Several dining options are available; all restaurants feature exclusive atmospheres and unique culinary adventures. Don't miss the oceanfront spa with Aromatherapy Associates and Natura Bissé treatments.
What you get booking it through us (2026 benefits)
- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Daily breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant (already included in property rates)
- $100 USD equivalent Food & Beverage credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
- Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability
These are the Virtuoso benefits on file for this property, on top of the hotel's own best flexible rate — not a discount and not a package. How the benefit stack compares to booking direct.
In the know
Reserve a harbor-view balcony room. Enjoy alfresco dining, sample Madeira at the weekly tasting, and walk the hotel's gardens. –James Ferguson Dana Point, California
The property, in facts
| Where | Estrada Monumental, Madeira, Castelo Branco, Portugal |
|---|---|
| Category | Beach Resort |
| Property type | Hotel or Resort |
| Brand | Belmond |
| Hotel group | Belmond |
| Rooms | 126 |
| Room types | 7 |
| Nearest airport | Madeira (FNC) · 12 miles |
| Advisor programme | Virtuoso |
| Style | Sophisticated |
| Known for | Beach, City Life, Golf |
Rooms and suites
- Presidential Suite — Presidential Suite Each suite offers one spacious bedroom with private bath, plus an oversized sitting room total average 80 square meters (861 square feet).…
- Superior Suite — Superior Suite Offers the guest an average of 43 square meters (463 square feet) of living space with private balconies with stunning ocean or garden views.…
- Deluxe Suite — Deluxe Suite Offer two rooms: one spacious bedroom plus a separate, living room. 53 square meters (570 square feet) of elegantly appointed living space and…
- Deluxe Junior Suite — Deluxe Junior Suite Offers the guest an average of 37 square meters (398 square feet) of living space with a sea view. Two rooms are connecting. Max occupancy:…
- Superior Room — Superior Rooms Average of 23-26 square meters (248-280 square feet) of living space, balconies or private patios; sea views or garden views. Some can connect…
- Deluxe Sea View Room — Deluxe Sea View Room Average of 26-31 square meters (280-334 square feet) of living space. Deluxe Rooms offer either large covered balconies with great sea…
In the room
Air Conditioning · Balcony/Lanai/Terrace · Bathrobe · Butler Service · Coffee/Tea Maker · Complimentary Newspaper · Connecting Rooms · Hair Dryer · Internet Access · Kitchen · Kitchenette · Microwave · Mini Bar · Non-Smoking · Refrigerator · Safe · Slippers · Turn Down Service
What advisors say
90% of the 20 Virtuoso advisors who have filed a review of this property recommend it. Those reviews are collected by Virtuoso from advisors who have stayed, not by us and not from the public.
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