Quinta Da Casa Branca

Madeira, Funchal

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Spa Good for Couples

  • Five star boutique luxury hotel, set among stunning tropical gardens outside Funchal 
  • Perfect for couples looking for relaxation and serenity – stroll through the lush botanic gardens or enjoy a spa treatment
  • Offers contemporary Portuguese dining, casual afternoon tea, and afternoon cocktails overlooking the mountains
  • The hotel’s modern design and welcoming staff make it the perfect base for exploring the best of Funchal. 

Set within 12,000 square metres of tropical gardens, the Quinta da Casa Branca Hotel offers five star boutique luxury and both contemporary rooms and traditional manor house suites, 2km from Funchal’s city centre. This peaceful resort offers a retreat from the hustle of the city centre, perfect for couples who want a quiet escape, and is part of the ‘Luxury Small Hotels of the World’ collection.

The hotel offers a range of dining options, a spa, swimming pool, and world-class staff who can cater to your every need. Enjoy strolls though the botanic gardens and banana plantations, luxury spa treatments, al fresco dining, or an afternoon cocktail at the property’s 19th century bar. Those looking for relaxation, nature-lovers, and romance will find it all here. Quinta da Casa Branca is only a ten minute walk from the beach, and the concierge can arrange a wide variety of sailing trips, water sports, or local tours.

Due to the hotels location wheelchair access is not available, and the hotel does not offer any specially adapted rooms. For this reason, the hotel is not suitable for handicapped people or anyone with reduced mobility.

The hotel has 41 rooms, two suites, five manor house rooms, and a villa. Child prices apply to ages 4–12 years. The hotel is available on a half-board basis.

 

Facilities

Bars & Restaurants

Casa da Quinta Restaurant & Bar

The Casa da Quinta restaurant offers lunch and snacks whilst the 19th century heritage bar offers drinks on an open terrace with beautiful views of the gardens and hillsides of Funchal. Buffet-style breakfast can also be enjoyed on the restaurant terrace. 

Open: 12:00-15:00, snacks: 11:00-19:00, bar: 18:00-23:00

 

Garden Pavilion

This modern restaurant, showcasing an innovative design of glass, wood, and marble, serves informal buffet-style breakfast and à la carte lunch, as well as afternoon tea. 

Open: 07:30-10:30, 12:00-15:00 and 15:00-18:00

 

 

The Dining Room

This traditional restaurant offers contemporary fine dining in the luxurious Manor House, with al fresco dining available on the terrace. 

Open: 19:00-22:30

Reservations are required in advance. T-shirts, shorts, tennis shoes, and beach sandals are not allowed in the restaurant.

Pools and Beach

Beach

Located just over 300m from the coast, there are various little coves and beaches close to Quinta da Casa Branca. Book a taxi, rent a car or simply walk to the beach. 

Swimming Pool

Quinta da Casa Branca features an outdoor, heated and fresh water swimming pool, set in a tranquil garden. Sun umbrellas, sun beds, towels, and changing rooms are provided, and snacks and drinks are available at the nearby Garden Pavilion.

Open: 09:00 - 18:00 November to April, and 09:00 – 19:00 May to October. 

Spa & Wellness

Health Club and Spa

The Phytoceane Spa offers a range of massages and spa treatments, designed to embody the serenity of the resort’s gardens. The health club can also be found here, and offers workout equipment, a sauna, steam bath and Jacuzzi, relaxation rooms with herbal teas, and changing rooms. Towels and dressing gowns are also provided. 

Open: 10:00 – 20:00 (Health Club), 11:30 – 20:00 from Tuesday to Saturday (Spa)

Reservations are required in advance.

Activities & Entertainment

Leisure Facilities

The hotel can arrange a range of sightseeing tours, and hiking trails can be found surrounding the property. Quinta da Casa Branca also offer bicycle hire. 

About the location

Located close to the crystal clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean on Madeira’s south coast, Quinta da Casa Branca offers a chance to explore the beautiful town of Funchal. The centre of the town is just minutes away and is ideal for those wanting to try delicious local cuisine at the many upmarket bars and restaurants. Choose from locally caught seafood and fresh produce from the island’s farms, or try some of Madeira’s famous wine. 

Funchal is one of Europe’s most abundant cities, with greenery and beautiful flowers found throughout. Wander the streets and soak in the atmosphere or enjoy a bird’s eye view of the town from the cable car which takes you from the cliffs to the sea. 

Transfer time

Quinta da Casa Branca is 20 minutes’ drive from Madeira Airport. 
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Garden Room

Max 2 adults, 1 child

Garden Rooms are located on the ground floor with a private terrace and direct access to the gardens. All rooms include two twin beds (can be pushed together to make a double), tea & coffee making facilities, Cable TV, direct dial telephone, safe, hairdryer, air conditioning, minibar, bathrobes and slippers and a complimentary WiFi.

37m² (including terrace)

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Premium Room

Max 2 adults, 1 child

Premium Rooms feature a private balcony or terrace with a double sunlounger, overlooking the gardens. Rooms include queen size bed, large marble bathroom with a bathtub and a separate shower, sitting area and a dressing room. In addition to all above amenities, superior rooms also include CD and DVD player and tea & coffee making facilities.

55m² (including balcony/terrace)

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Deluxe Suite

Max 2 adults, 1 child

Deluxe Suites feature large balconies overlooking the gardens, furnished with deckchairs. The Suites consist of a bedroom with a king size bed, dressing room, separate living room and a bathroom with a Jacuzzi® bath and include coffee machine and tea making facilities.

110m²

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Manor House Suite

Max 2 adults

Manor House Suites are located in a separate Manor House in the sub tropical gardens of Quinta Da Casa Branca and are detailed with lavish interiors. They include a spacious bedroom with an adjoining living area, a separate lounge, large marble bathtub, walk-in shower, bathrobes & slippers, furnished balcony or terrace, WiFi, safe, minibar, and iPod® docking station.

Lunch at Garden Pavilion

Guests staying on half board for a minimum of 5 nights will receive one complimentary 3 course lunch per stay at the Garden Pavilion restaurant (drinks excluded).

Special Added Values

- Free Mini-Bar replenished once a day with water and soft drinks

- Mineral water and fruits in the room upon arrival

For guests booking a Premium Room, Deluxe Suite or Manor House Suite.

Honeymoon and anniversary offer

Honeymooners will receive a bottle of sparkling wine in their room on arrival. Those celebrating an anniversary will receive a bottle of sparkling wine in their room on the day of their anniversary.

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Beautiful hotel. Fabulous room. Excellent staff.

DandK490, Sudbury, United Kingdom

Tripadvisor review Oct 12 2024
We had a very enjoyable 4 night stay. As others have said, this hotel is set in beautiful garden grounds and is very tranquil. Our room 500 was exceptionally well appointed and looked after by...
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An excellent hotel set in beautiful gardens with friendly efficient staff.

Anthony L, Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom

Tripadvisor review Oct 10 2024
The hotel is beautiful standing in the most amazing grounds, which are constantly attended to by a team of gardeners and kept immaculate and beautiful. The same can be said of the service provided...
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