Casa Velha do Palheiro Relais & Chateaux
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Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Casa Velha do Palheiro Relais & Chateaux
Casa Velha do Palheiro Relais & Chateaux is a 5-star manor house hotel situated in the old Palheiro Gardens in the foothills of Funchal. With access to the Palheiro Golf Course, guests can also have various golfing discounts. Free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with a various choices of international channels are available. A variety of eating venues include the Classical dining room with international haute cuisine, the more relaxed Restaurant Vista Balancal with its views over Funchal bay, the tea house in the Palheiro gardens or snacks at the Spa. Guests can relax by the outdoor pool in the gardens or use the free facilities of the Spa at Casa Velha featuring a heated indoor pool as well as sauna and steam room. The hotel organizes deep sea fishing on its own motor yacht Balancal as well as experiences with whale and dolphin watching. On site there is a tennis court, badminton, croquet as well as its own championship golf course – Palheiro Golf. Casa Velha do Palheiro Relais & Chateaux is 7 km from the centre of Funchal and offers direct access to the award-winning Palheiro Gardens. Free private parking is available as well as a daily free shuttle service to the town centre.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Sina
United Kingdom
“Beautiful setting, green and lush, delicious food, clean and comfy, staff are delightful and super helpful, quiet area.” - Patrick
Switzerland
“We stayed here from the 25th to the 30th of September on our first visit to Madeira and were absolutely delighted with our choice. The hotel’s location on the hillside above Funchal is breathtaking, surrounded by beautiful gardens with spectacular...” - Thomas
United Kingdom
“Everything from the staff to the facilities are absolutely first class. Food in Oxalis was amazing. One of the most enjoyable and relaxing breaks I have ever had.” - Gilles
Belgium
“Unique setting with wonderful gardens and a great restaurant.” - Viktorija
Latvia
“Excellent location, lovely personal and great atmosphere all together. It was quiet and cozy. The territory around is well maintained and very green, with beautiful garden. The breakfast and dinner were very delicious, I believe that everyone will...” - Alison
United Kingdom
“Beautiful location, quiet, kind, friendly welcoming staff. Delicious food” - Anne
Belgium
“Fantastic garden and great breakfast. Lovely Gourmet diner. Big clean room. Friendly staff.” - Adam
United Kingdom
“We loved the hotel’s rural setting, high above Funchal, its old world luxury, and the quality of service offered by the staff. Best of all was the direct access to the extraordinary adjacent Palheiro garden. A very special hotel.” - Jacqueline
United Kingdom
“Location, range of rooms to sit in, friendliness of the staff” - Konstantin
Germany
“Nice freshly renovated room, beautiful lobby and marvellous breakfast seating outside in the morning. Next to the beautiful garden and golf. Small Madeira wine tasting. Guided tour over the property with the owner.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurante #1
- CuisineInternational
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
- AmbianceTraditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.






The fine print
Room rates on 24 and 31 December include a gala dinner.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Casa Velha do Palheiro Relais & Chateaux in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
License number: 3434/RNET