WHERE TO STAY

Aqua Natura Clifftop hotel overlooking the natural volcanic rock swimming pools of Porto Moniz. Well-equipped rooms, the wellness zone and gym all have Atlantic views. Doubles from £113. Rotunda da Piscina 3, Porto Moniz, 00 351 291 640 100, aquanaturamadeira.com Belmond Reid’s Palace Hotel Legendary pink stucco hotel with historic links to the wine trade, set in magnificent gardens. Guests were once brought up the cliffs by hammock and elegant traditions are maintained, such as afternoon tea served on the terrace in bespoke Wedgwood china. Doubles from £292. Estrada Monumental 139, Funchal, 00 351 291 717 171, reidspalace.com Sé Boutique Hotel Stylish, art-oriented small hotel in the Old Town a few quiet steps from the Cathedral. The pretty rooftop bar has 360-degree views and excellent cocktails. Doubles from £67. Tv. do Cabido 17, Funchal, 00 351 291 224 444, seboutiquehotel.com The Vine Award-winning luxury homage to vine and wine. Urban chic styling plus excellent food, spa and rooftop pool with a spectacular view of Funchal, the port and bay. Doubles from £81. Rua das Aranhas 27A, Funchal, 00 351 291 000, hotelthevine.com