Ocean Gardens Hotel

🛌 Comfortable, classically-styled rooms with balconies
🌊 Sweeping Atlantic sea views from many areas
🏊 Rooftop terrace with outdoor freshwater pool
🚌 Courtesy shuttle bus linking the hotel with Funchal
🌴 Set in lush, flower-filled terraced gardens
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rooms: 85 | Blocks: 2 | Floors: 6 | Lifts: 4

Board options: Bed and Breakfast, Half Board

Child age guideline: up to 12 years (family-friendly but not a dedicated kids’ resort)

Ocean Gardens Hotel sits on a hillside just outside Funchal, Madeira’s charming capital. From here you look straight out across the Atlantic, with the island’s dramatic cliffs and terraced gardens tumbling below.

It’s a peaceful base away from the bustle of downtown, yet still well-placed for exploring. Head into Funchal’s Old Town for cobbled lanes, street art and wine lodges, stroll the marina promenade, or take the cable car up to Monte and the famous botanical gardens.

Madeira is known as the “floating garden” of the Atlantic and this property leans into that, surrounding you with tropical planting and colour, while keeping you within easy reach of lidos, black‑sand beaches and mountain viewpoints.

Nearest shops, bars & restaurants: approx. 2km
Funchal resort centre / marina / Old Town: approx. 6km
Public lido complexes & coastal promenade: short drive

Courtesy shuttle bus to/from Funchal typically available (schedule may vary by season; check on arrival).

Approx. transfer time from airport: 50 minutes

Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

The hotel’s main restaurant, Montanha, serves a mix of Madeiran and international favourites, with big windows framing the views. Expect leisurely breakfasts and relaxed dinners, with local fish, grilled meats and regional specialities featuring on the menu.

On the rooftop terrace, the pool bar keeps you going with light bites and drinks during the day – ideal for a snack between swims or a late-afternoon beer watching the ocean. A separate bar inside the hotel is on hand for pre- or post-dinner drinks.

A smart-casual dress code may apply at dinner (no beachwear), and reservations or supplements can vary depending on whether you choose Bed and Breakfast or Half Board. Details can change seasonally and will be confirmed locally. What All Inclusive typically includes.

The heart of the hotel is the rooftop freshwater pool, framed by sun loungers, parasols and far-reaching sea views. It’s a calm space more about quiet swims, a good book and a glass of vinho verde than loud music and inflatables. Complimentary pool towels are provided.

There isn’t a beach directly below the hotel – Madeira’s coast here is mainly cliffs and lidos – but you’re within easy reach of Funchal’s famous lido complexes and the black-sand and pebble stretches at Praia Formosa. From there, a seafront promenade takes you back towards town with plenty of cafés and bars en route.

A compact spa area includes a sauna (typically for guests 18+), ideal after a day of levada walking or exploring the island. Treatments and access policies can vary seasonally and are payable locally.

While there’s no formal sports programme or gym on site, Madeira itself is the playground: head into the hills for scenic hikes, book boat trips from the marina, or try whale and dolphin watching.

On the practical side, you’ll find a 24-hour reception, luggage storage and a handy shuttle service into Funchal, making it easy to dip into the city without hiring a car.

Standard Sea View Room with Balcony
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3

Classic and comfortable, these rooms make the most of the hotel’s position with a balcony or terrace overlooking the sea or gardens. Inside you’ll find:
– Flat-screen TV
– Free Wi‑Fi
– Safety deposit box
– Air conditioning
– Minibar (local charge)
– Bathroom with bath and shower attachment
– Hairdryer
– Daily room cleaning and towel change

Perfect if you’re planning to spend days out and about, then return for sunset on the balcony.

Standard Sea View Room with Balcony for Sole Use
Sleeps: minimum 1, maximum 1

Ideal for solo travellers, these offer the same layout and facilities as the standard sea view rooms, with a private balcony or terrace and plenty of natural light.

Superior Sea View Room
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3

Similar in footprint to the Standard rooms but with updated touches such as USB charging points and a modern shower room instead of a bath. Facilities include:
– Flat-screen TV
– Free Wi‑Fi
– Safety deposit box
– Air conditioning
– Minibar (local charge)
– Balcony or terrace
– Bathroom with walk‑in shower
– Hairdryer
– Daily cleaning and towel change

Superior Sea View Room for Sole Use
Sleeps: minimum 1, maximum 1

A great option if you’re travelling alone and prefer the newer room style with shower and USB charging alongside sea views.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

🌿 Relax in the rooftop pool area with panoramic sea views
🧖 Unwind in the spa’s sauna after a day of exploring (18+; charges may apply)
🚶 Use the hotel as a base for levada walks, viewpoint drives and coastal strolls
🌺 Explore Funchal’s famous gardens, lidos and cable car to Monte
⛵ Join boat trips and dolphin-watching excursions booked from Funchal marina

🛎️ Reception with luggage storage
🚌 Courtesy shuttle bus linking the hotel with Funchal (schedule subject to change)
📶 Free Wi‑Fi throughout the hotel
🧺 Daily housekeeping and towel change
🧴 Pool towels provided free of charge
♻️ Certified sustainable hotel practices helping reduce environmental impact
🚕 Assistance arranging taxis, tours and local experiences (payable locally)

Language: Portuguese
Currency: Euro (€)
Time difference: same as UK (GMT, no time difference most of the year)
Average UK–Madeira flight time: around 4 hours

Funchal blends historic streets, a working harbour and modern eateries with a relaxed, grown-up vibe. Expect lido complexes for sea swimming, botanical gardens in full bloom, and an upbeat but not rowdy nightlife focused on wine bars, rooftop cocktail spots and restaurants.

Hotel information is subject to change and some facilities are seasonal or weather dependent; local charges may apply for certain services, spa access or activities. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Portugal advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Ocean Gardens Hotel in a central Funchal location?
Ocean Gardens Hotel is set on a hillside a few kilometres outside the very centre of Funchal, giving you quieter surroundings and wide sea views rather than a city-centre setting. Thanks to the hotel’s courtesy shuttle and local taxis, it’s still easy to reach the Old Town, marina and lido area when you want to explore.

2. How long is the transfer from Madeira Airport to Ocean Gardens Hotel?
The transfer from Madeira Airport (FNC) to Ocean Gardens Hotel is typically around 50 minutes by road, depending on traffic and any other hotel stops on your transfer route.

3. What board basis should I choose at Ocean Gardens Hotel?
You can book Ocean Gardens Hotel on Bed and Breakfast or Half Board. Bed and Breakfast is ideal if you want to dine around Funchal in the evenings, while Half Board suits guests who prefer most breakfasts and dinners included at the hotel and plan just to head out for lunches or the occasional evening meal.

4. Does Ocean Gardens Hotel have facilities for children?
Children are welcome at Ocean Gardens Hotel (child age guideline up to 12 years), but there’s no dedicated kids’ club, splash park or playground. The atmosphere is relaxed rather than family-resort lively, so it tends to suit couples, solo travellers and older families who are happy with a quiet pool scene and days out exploring.

5. Is there a dress code at the restaurant?
The main restaurant generally operates a smart-casual dress code in the evenings. Beachwear and swimwear are usually not permitted at dinner, and guests are encouraged to wear footwear and more formal attire for the restaurant. Exact policies can change, so it’s worth checking the latest guidance when you arrive.

6. Is Ocean Gardens Hotel good for exploring Madeira?
Yes. The hotel’s position just outside Funchal makes it a good base for exploring both the capital and the wider island. You can use the courtesy shuttle or taxis to reach the centre, then join levada walks, viewpoint tours, boat trips, wine tastings and more from there. Hiring a car for a couple of days is also a popular option for reaching remote viewpoints and villages.

7. Does Ocean Gardens Hotel have air conditioning and Wi‑Fi in the rooms?
Guest rooms at Ocean Gardens Hotel include air conditioning and free Wi‑Fi, along with a flat-screen TV, safe, balcony or terrace and either a bath with shower or walk‑in shower depending on room type. Minibars are available with items charged locally.