About this hotel
General information
Savoy Palace is a superior five-star hotel in the heart of Funchal, set on Avenida do Infante with views over the bay and the Atlantic. The contemporary tower is conceived as a tribute to the island’s landscapes and traditions. For all its scale, the hotel is broken up into distinct spaces, each with its own mood, which gives it the feel of a boutique property.
The rooftop belongs to Galáxia, with a restaurant, a bar and an adults-only infinity pool overlooking the city. Further down are the large Solarium pool, the Laurea Spa of around 3,100 m², six restaurants and three bars. The hotel is part of the Savoy Signature collection and a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and Virtuoso. All indoor areas are non-smoking.
Location
The hotel stands at Avenida do Infante 25 in central Funchal, a 10–15-minute walk or roughly two minutes by car from the town centre. Pico do Arieiro, the classic spot for sunrise above the clouds, is about 45 minutes away. The hotel arranges private transfers to and from Madeira airport, and guests have a 24-hour underground car park with valet service and fast chargers for electric cars.
Spa
The Laurea Spa draws on the Laurisilva, the laurel forest native to Madeira. Covering some 3,100 m², it has 13 treatment rooms, a sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, ice fountain, sensory showers, a heated indoor pool, a halotherapy room, a relaxation room, a fitness centre, a beauty salon and a champagne and nail bar. The menu includes Zerobody dry float therapy and a detox day, alongside yoga, Pilates and tai chi classes. The spa welcomes guests aged 16 and over.
Sports & leisure
The activity programme changes through the year, and some sessions carry a charge.
- Gym, with personal training from the hotel’s own trainer
- Yoga, Pilates, tai chi and chi kung
- A library for quiet reading
- Sunrise above the clouds at Pico do Arieiro and private tours of the island
- Tastings of Portuguese wines with cheese and of Madeira wine led by the sommelier
- Cooking masterclasses, including sushi, and a Madeiran food workshop
- Afternoon tea
- Electric car hire through the concierge
For children
The Children’s Playroom runs daily with games, books, drawing, film sessions, mini disco, karaoke and kids’ yoga; children are supervised by their parents, while at certain times of year the hotel runs themed activities with its own staff. During dinners and celebrations organised by the hotel, the Fun for All service looks after children aged 4–12 with games, workshops and a meal from the children’s menu. Babysitting, The Little Chef cooking session, a children’s menu, a separate baby menu and a ground-floor children’s pool complete the picture. Children under 2 stay free, and extra beds are available on request.
Restaurants & bars
Stays are offered on a bed-and-breakfast, half-board or full-board basis, and room service runs around the clock. Dinner at any of the restaurants needs a reservation.
- Galáxia — rooftop fine dining that reworks Madeiran produce and tradition with contemporary technique, dinner only, with panoramic views of Funchal and the Atlantic
- Pau de Lume — live-fire cooking in a Josper oven, meat and fish dry-aged in-house and an open kitchen counter, from brunch to dinner
- Alameda Restaurant — poolside Mediterranean restaurant, lounge and gelateria: oven-baked dishes, pizzas, handmade ice cream and lemonades
- Orchidaceae Atelier — Italian dinners of pasta, risotto and wine
- Hibiscus Restaurant — breakfast buffet with live cooking, a barista corner, vegetarian and vegan dishes and outdoor tables by the pool
- Terreiro — reinvented Portuguese cooking served family-style, sharing plates, petiscos and vegetables from the chef’s garden; in the evening a gastrobar with cocktails and live music on the terrace
- Galáxia Skybar — rooftop cocktails with live jazz and DJ sets
- Vimes Entertainment Bar — live music, games and drinks for a lively evening
- Lobby Lounge & Bar — a quiet lobby bar for wine, coffee and unhurried conversation
Swimming
The main outdoor pool, the Solarium, sits on the ground floor with Bali beds, with food and drinks served poolside; the children’s pool is next to it. On the 17th floor, the heated Galáxia Skypool is an adults-only infinity pool. A heated indoor pool on the lower floor is open to all guests, and a second indoor pool lies within the Laurea Spa’s thermal area (for a fee). Water temperatures range from 23 to 26 °C. There is no beach of the hotel’s own: guests reach the ocean from the sea platform of neighbouring Royal Savoy, five minutes away across an internal bridge.
Pets
Pets are accepted only in the Superior Ocean Suite, subject to the hotel’s pet policy.
Rooms
Rooms and suites run from 41 to 110 m² across nine categories, each with a balcony or terrace looking over the city, the gardens or the ocean. Most categories come with either a king-size bed or twin beds.
Every room has individually controlled air conditioning, a bathroom with walk-in shower, bathrobes and slippers, a hairdryer, safe, minibar (a fridge in the family suite), Nespresso machine and tea set, smart TV, Wi-Fi, a pillow menu and 24-hour room service.
Avenue Room
A room with a sitting area and a balcony over Avenida do Infante and the city. Sleeps two adults; available as a double, twin or single.
Garden Room
The largest of the rooms, with a balcony overlooking the gardens and pool. Sleeps two adults, or two adults and a child aged 2–12; king-size or twin beds.
Ocean Room
A room with a sitting area and a balcony facing the ocean. Sleeps two adults, or two adults and a child aged 2–12; available as a double, twin or single.
Superior Ocean Room
A room with a terrace and wide views of the ocean and the city. Sleeps two adults, or two adults and a child aged 2–12; available as a double, twin or single.
Ocean Junior Suite
A junior suite with a sitting area and a generous balcony facing the ocean. Sleeps three adults, or two adults and two children aged 2–12; available as a double, twin or single.
Bay Suite
A suite with a lounge and dining area and a terrace running its full length, looking over Funchal Bay and the city. Sleeps three adults, or two adults and two children aged 2–12.
Ocean Suite
A spacious suite with a lounge and dining area, a balcony facing the ocean and/or the city, and a walk-in shower, with a bathtub as well in some suites. Sleeps three adults, or two adults and two children aged 2–12.
Superior Ocean Suite
A suite with a lounge and dining area and a terrace with sweeping views of the ocean and the city. Sleeps three adults and a child, or two adults and two children aged 2–12; the only category that accepts pets.
Two Bedroom Family Suite
A two-bedroom suite designed by Nini Andrade Silva, with a lounge and dining area, kitchenette and a balcony facing the ocean and/or the city. Sleeps five adults, or four adults and two children aged 2–12.
Photos are for illustrative purposes only. Actual room layout, furnishings, décor, views and amenities may differ from those shown and may vary between rooms of the same category. Hotel and room descriptions are based on information provided by the property and are believed to be accurate at the time of publication, but are not guaranteed. The hotel may renovate or change its rooms, facilities, restaurants and services at any time without notice. The final details of your stay are confirmed at the time of booking. See our Terms of Use.