Quinta do Monte Panoramic Gardens

Quinta do Monte Panoramic Gardens is a four-star quinta hotel at Caminho do Monte 192-194 in the Monte district of Funchal, Madeira, Portugal. Monte occupies the hillside high above the city and is known for its cooler climate, the Nossa Senhora do Monte church, the Monte Palace Tropical Garden and the cable car link that rises from the seafront Zona Velha. The hotel sits near the upper part of Caminho do Monte, so views over Funchal Bay and the Atlantic are a defining feature, along with the gardens that surround the main building. The property combines a traditional quinta, which is the Madeiran term for a country estate, with extended accommodation, and the grounds are planted with the flowers and trees typical of the island. Rooms include double rooms with garden views, superior double rooms with sea views and suites with sea views. Listed facilities include an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, a sauna, a hot tub, a fitness centre, air conditioning, a minibar and a 24-hour reception. A restaurant provides breakfast and evening meals, with Madeiran cuisine and local wines available. The service character is relaxed and traditional, aimed at couples, walkers and leisure travellers who prefer a peaceful setting to the busier hotel zone. With a 3.8 rating and a middle price tier, it is best suited to guests who value the scenery and the pools and are prepared to take a taxi or cable car to the city for evening dining. Typical outings include the Monte Palace gardens, the wicker toboggan descent, the Madeira Botanical Garden and short levada walks nearby. The old town and the Mercado dos Lavradores are reached by the cable car or a short drive, and Madeira Airport is about 25 minutes away depending on traffic. Mist is common at this altitude, so views are best on clear mornings.