Quinta Bela Sao Tiago

📍 Located in Funchal’s atmospheric Old Town
🌊 Elevated setting with wonderful Atlantic and bay views
😌 Peaceful, relaxed atmosphere in mature gardens and orchard
🏛️ Classic Madeiran manor-house style with quinta character
🤝 Attentive, personal service from a small, friendly team
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rooms: 64 | Floors: 4 | Lifts: 2

Board options: Bed and Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board

Child age guideline: up to 11 years (for child pricing; hotel is not adults-only)

This is prime Funchal Old Town – think cobbled lanes, painted doors and family-run tavernas. Quinta Bela Sao Tiago sits slightly elevated above the seafront, so you get big views as well as easy access to the action. Stroll a few minutes downhill to the promenade, pick up the cable car to Monte, or wander 15–20 minutes along the waterfront to cosmopolitan Funchal Marina.

Madeira’s famous lido complexes and Praia Formosa’s volcanic black-sand and pebble beaches are a short taxi or bus ride away, while the cable car whisks you up to Monte Palace gardens and the island’s lush mountain scenery.

In Funchal Old Town
Nearest shops, bars & restaurants: approx. 200m
Cable car station: approx. 300m
Funchal Marina: approx. 1.3km
Monte Palace gardens: approx. 3.5km

Approx. transfer time from airport: 50 minutes

Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

Dining here is intimate and traditional, with menus that lean on Portuguese flavours and international favourites. Expect leisurely breakfasts, a la carte dinners and a cosy, wood-panelled bar for a nightcap.

O Pórtico Restaurant
A la carte restaurant serving international and local dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner, often with terrace seating to make the most of the views. Highchairs are available for younger guests.

Por Do Sol Pub
Characterful pub-style bar pouring a range of local Madeira wines, poncha and international drinks – ideal after a day of exploring the Old Town.

Smart-casual dress may apply at dinner. Reservations, supplements and exact opening times can vary by season and board basis; always check in-resort for the latest details.

Take in Funchal’s terraced hillsides and harbour from the hotel’s outdoor freshwater pool, framed by lawns, flower beds and palm trees. Sunbeds and parasols line the terrace, and free pool towels are provided, so you can travel light.

There’s no direct beach at the hotel – Madeira’s coastline here is mostly promenade and lidos – but sea-swimming platforms and lido complexes are an easy taxi or bus ride away, and Praia Formosa’s black-sand and pebble coves are within reach if you fancy a classic beach afternoon.

Gym & leisure
• Compact gym for light workouts

Gardens & outdoor spaces
• Well-kept terraced gardens with flower beds and lawns
• Orchard and small banana plantation giving a real “quinta estate” feel
• Viewpoints and seating terraces overlooking Funchal Bay

Other facilities
• 24-hour reception with luggage storage
• Lobby and lounge areas in traditional manor-house style
• Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel

Some facilities and services may operate seasonally or be weather dependent.

Rooms at Quinta Bela Sao Tiago feel classic and homely, with warm woods, traditional fabrics and either garden, inland, mountain or shimmering sea views. Many have a balcony or terrace – sunrise over the bay is worth setting an alarm for. All rooms include daily cleaning, with linen and towels changed on request to support the hotel’s sustainability efforts.

Junior Suite Sea View
Spacious suites with a lounge-style seating area and superb views over the Atlantic or Funchal Bay.
• Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3
• View: sea view
• Balcony or terrace
• Bathroom with bath and separate shower
• TV, Wi‑Fi
• Air-conditioning
• Hairdryer
• Minibar (charges apply)
• Safety deposit box (local charge)
• Kettles available on request from reception

Deluxe Suite Sea View
The most generous layout, ideal if you like extra space for longer stays.
• Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3
• View: sea view
• Balcony or terrace
• Bathroom with bath and separate shower
• TV, Wi‑Fi
• Air-conditioning
• Hairdryer
• Minibar (charges apply)
• Safety deposit box (local charge)
• Kettles available on request from reception

Twin Room Garden View
Classic twin rooms opening onto the gardens. Also available for sole use.
• Sleeps:
  • Standard: minimum 2, maximum 2 (plus 1 infant)
  • Sole use: minimum 1, maximum 1
• View: garden view
• Balcony or terrace (in most units)
• Bathroom with bath and shower attachment
• TV, Wi‑Fi
• Air-conditioning
• Hairdryer
• Minibar (charges apply)
• Safety deposit box (local charge)
• Kettles available on request from reception

Twin Room Inland / Mountain View
Comfortable rooms looking towards the inland hills or mountains. Sole-use options are available.
• Sleeps:
  • Standard inland: minimum 2, maximum 3 (plus 1 infant)
  • Sole use mountain view: minimum 1, maximum 1
• View: inland or mountain
• Bathroom with bath and shower attachment
• TV, Wi‑Fi
• Air-conditioning
• Hairdryer
• Minibar (charges apply)
• Safety deposit box (local charge)
• Kettles available on request from reception

Twin Room Sea View
Wake up to blue Atlantic vistas; also available for sole use.
• Sleeps:
  • Standard: minimum 2, maximum 2 (plus 1 infant)
  • Sole use: minimum 1, maximum 1
• View: sea view
• Balcony or terrace
• Bathroom with bath and shower attachment
• TV, Wi‑Fi
• Air-conditioning
• Hairdryer
• Minibar (charges apply)
• Safety deposit box (local charge)
• Kettles available on request from reception

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

🎯 Gentle use of on-site gym
🌿 Strolling and relaxing in the quinta’s gardens and orchard
📸 Photography from panoramic terraces overlooking Funchal
🚠 Easy access to Monte cable car for gardens and levada walks (from nearby station)
🍷 Madeira wine and gastronomy experiences around Funchal Old Town (independent venues nearby)

🛎️ Reception with luggage storage
📶 Free Wi‑Fi throughout
🧴 Pool towels provided free of charge
👨‍👩‍👧 Highchairs in the restaurant for families
🧹 Daily housekeeping with linen/towel changes on request
🚕 Assistance arranging local taxis and excursions (via reception; charges apply)

Board basis details (typical)
• Bed and Breakfast – buffet-style breakfast in the main restaurant
• Half Board – buffet-style breakfast and dinner from a set menu in the main restaurant
• Full Board – buffet-style breakfast, plus lunch and dinner from a set menu in the main restaurant

Information is based on the previous season and may change; certain items or themed dinners may carry a supplement.

Funchal itself is Madeira’s capital, known for its lush gardens, historic lanes, lido complexes and relaxed but cosmopolitan dining scene. The local currency is the Euro (€) and Portuguese is the official language, though English is widely spoken in the main resorts. Typical flight time from the UK is around 4 hours.

For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Spain advice.

Quinta Bela Sao Tiago Prices & Book
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is a “quinta” and what does it mean at Quinta Bela Sao Tiago?
On Madeira, a “quinta” is traditionally a manor house or small estate, often surrounded by gardens and orchards, that has been converted into a characterful hotel. At Quinta Bela Sao Tiago this means you stay in a 19th‑century manor with classic architecture, mature gardens, an orchard and a banana plantation, plus a more personal style of service than in larger resort hotels.

2. How central is Quinta Bela Sao Tiago in Funchal?
Quinta Bela Sao Tiago is right in Funchal’s Old Town, a short walk from restaurants, wine bars and the waterfront promenade. The nearest shops, bars and restaurants are about 200m away, the cable car station is roughly 300m away and Funchal Marina is around 1.3km along the seafront.

3. Which board bases can I book at Quinta Bela Sao Tiago?
You can book Bed and Breakfast, Half Board or Full Board. Typically, Half Board includes breakfast and a set‑menu dinner, while Full Board adds lunch, also from a set menu, in the main restaurant. Exact inclusions and any supplements may change, so you’ll see the up‑to‑date details when you search and at check‑in.

4. Is Quinta Bela Sao Tiago suitable for children?
Yes, children are welcome and there are highchairs in the restaurant, as well as room types that can sleep up to three guests. However, there is no dedicated kids’ club or splash park, so the hotel best suits families who enjoy a quieter, more traditional environment and plan to spend days exploring Funchal and the island.

5. Does Quinta Bela Sao Tiago have air-conditioning and Wi‑Fi in the rooms?
Yes. All standard rooms and suites include air‑conditioning and complimentary Wi‑Fi. You’ll also have a TV, hairdryer, minibar (with local charge) and either a balcony or terrace in most categories. Safety deposit boxes are available for an extra charge.

6. Is there a dress code at the restaurant or bar?
During the day, casual resort wear is fine. In the evening, the hotel generally requests smart‑casual dress in the restaurant (for example, no swimwear or wet clothing, and long trousers for men are sometimes encouraged). Exact dress code guidance can change seasonally, so it’s worth checking the information provided on arrival.

7. How far is the hotel from the airport and what are the transfer options?
Quinta Bela Sao Tiago is approximately 50 minutes by road from Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport (FNC). Depending on your package you can choose shared coach transfers or private transfers; taxis are also available at the airport if you prefer to arrange transport on arrival.