If you are planning a trip to Madeira, odds are good you will come to the realization that, while the island is not terribly large, there really is a lot to see. As such, there isn’t one easy spot to pick on where to stay.
At first, you may look at Funchal for its easy of access from the airport, city amenities, and several top wineries- most all of which can be enjoyed without a rental car. But then you may look at hiking and see that some of the best trails are to the north, but requires a car or day trips to visit. Or you may be looking for more coastal vibes and branch out to other smaller towns along the southern coast, which is also traditionally the sunnier side of the island and home to most all of the wineries you may wish to visit.
All of these, and more, are valid viewpoints to consider when planning where to stay in Madeira.
So in this one, we thought we’d talk a bit about logistics, and breakdown the best places to stay for hiking, wineries, and more. It is because of these that we came to the conclusion that some of the best areas to stay are not just in Funchal, but also near Sao Vicente in the north (for hiking) and Camara de Lobos in the south (for weather and wine)!
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