Apartments & Villas in Funchal
Funchal is the capital city of the autonomous region and island of Madeira in the Atlantic Ocean. It is one of the
most beautiful Portugese cities and because of it's location, set southwest off the coast of Portugal, it became an important port and a
base for shipping from the 15th to the 17th century. Funchal is named as such because of the fennel or
funcho that grows naturally in abundance here. In the town itself there is a lot of accommodation in Funchal as it is a major tourist town and the main transport hub for visitors coming from the mainland to Madiera. From your apartment in Funchal you could easily visit other tourist destinations on the island including
Ribeira Brava, Porto Moniz, Santana and
Curral das Freiras. Other notable tourist attractions for visitors include the
Laurisilva forest which is an UNESCO Natural Site and the
beaches of Porto Santo island. Relax in a villa in Funchal or choose from a range of other accommodation options in town or near the sea. The city is small enough to enjoy on foot and, from your apartment in Funchal centre, you can spend the day wandering around to see the sights then return in the evening to your villa or bed and breakfast to rest. If you don't fancy hiking from your apartment to the famous
Monte, you can always hop on a city bus or use the
gondola lift that leaves from the
Parque Almirante Reis in central Funchal. However you decide to head up to the
Monte Palace gardens, you will be greeted with fantastic panoramic views of the city and the sea below. There is a lot of accommodation in Funchal that is located right in the city center for your convenience and you can find many different types of apartments, holiday homes, rooms and villas in Funchal to suit your budget and group size.
Find an Apartment in Funchal
In Funchal itself you can rent anything from a single room in an apartment, a bed and breakfast or an entire apartment to yourself in the city center. If you don't find the accommodation in Funchal that you are looking for, you could always look further afield and try searching for more
accommodation in Madeira on Wimdu.
This Holiday Home in the village of
Porto da Cruz on the northern side of the island for example has all the conveniences of an apartment in Funchal and you can enjoy the local wine, visit the historic
Sugar Cane Factory or hike up to
Penha d'Águia for breath-taking views. Mainland Portugal is also a great holiday destination with
villas in Albufeira in the Algarve,
apartments in Lisbon and
Porto, and many more accommodation options in destinations around
Portugal.
Escape to a Villa in Funchal
If you are looking for a completely relaxing vacation in the sun then there is nothing better than booking your accommodation in a villa in Funchal. Wimdu lists a lovely selection of exclusive and quaint villas, cottages and holiday homes that are located in the more residential areas of the city. With access to the local supermarkets, shops and local transport, the comfort of having your very own villa in Funchal really gives you the excuse to spend your entire vacation at home! Not only can you find holiday homes or villas in Funchal, you could stay in this great value
beautiful Pine Cottage for guarenteed peace and quiet. If you are planning a family trip or a getaway with friends, this
Villa in Funchal is perfect for larger groups with spacious living areas, a fully fitted kitchen and fantastic views over Funchal bay.
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