Royal Savoy

Royal Savoy is a five-star seafront resort hotel at Rua Carvalho Araújo 7 in central Funchal, on the island of Madeira, Portugal. It belongs to the Savoy Signature group and occupies a prime position on the coast at the western end of the Lido area, with the Lido promenade on the doorstep and the old town, the Marina do Funchal and the Mercado dos Lavradores reachable by taxi or a longer seafront walk. The hotel is known for its dramatic architecture, with tiered terraces, a palatial entrance and a large complex of gardens and pools stepping down toward the Atlantic. Rooms and suites include ocean view rooms, garden view rooms, ocean view junior suites, superior ocean view suites and a penthouse rooftop suite, and most categories are built around balconies or terraces facing the sea. The resort lists four swimming pools, a spa, a gym, private sea access and a paddle court, giving it one of the broadest leisure offers in the city. Five restaurants and bars cover buffet and à la carte dining, snacks by the pool and evening cocktails, with Madeiran dishes and international cuisine both on the menu. The service character is that of a large, polished resort, suitable for couples, families and groups, with concierge services and a lively poolside atmosphere in summer. Rated 4.6 and in the top price tier, it targets travellers who want a full-service resort within the city rather than a quiet boutique. Beyond the hotel, visitors can use the cable car to Monte, visit the Funchal Cathedral and stroll through the historic quarter and its restaurants on Rua de Santa Maria. Madeira Airport is about a 20 minute drive, and public buses along the seafront connect the hotel to the centre. The sea access is a lido-style platform with ladders rather than a sand beach, since Funchal's coast is largely rocky or pebbled.