Since opening in 2008, The Vine has consistently provided a chance to indulge yourself in endless luxury from an elegant location. A fairly young luxury residence, the hotel boasts modern decorative aesthetics, designed by internationally-acclaimed designer Nini Andrade Silva. The Vine received the ‘Best Hotel Interior Design’ award at the European Property Awards in 2009. Situated near the marina and harbour, The Vine occupies a prime position in the heart of Funchal’s resort.

Accommodation

The Vine offers a wonderful place to stay. The 79 guest rooms that are spacious, beautiful, and equipped with top-quality amenities. Guests will find their room equipped with a high-tech LCD television, a multi-line telephone, and full temperature control via air conditioning. With Egyptian cotton sheets, varied pillow types (to reflect different needs) and smooth mattresses, guests are to have their good night’s sleep guaranteed.

Dining

From its location on the hotel’s roof terrace, Uva restaurant offers panoramic views over Funchal. The menu reflects the hotel’s high standards and emphasises regional produce. The Terra Lounge, beside the hotel’s reception and lobby, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner and has an all-day dining menu as well as the children’s menu. Bar 360° offers panoramic views of Funchal and a lively drinks menu.

The hotel’s commitment to excellent standards is found in its restaurants and bars, which offer a gorgeous selection of food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The Uva restaurant, found on the hotel’s roof terrace, offers both the chance to indulge in the local cuisine but to do so whilst enjoying the sweeping view over the Funchal. To accompany this, there is also The Terra Lounge and the Bar 360 offering other wonderful views of the area whilst enjoying a quick bite or nice cold drink.

Key Facilities

The exquisite design of the hotel’s architecture by architects Ricardo Bofill and Joao Francisco Caires provides guests with a premium vacation experience. This is best represented by The Vine’s pristine and stunning rooftop swimming pool. Offering stunning views, the pool can be enjoyed at any time with heating. Guests will also have the benefit of completely free Wi-Fi access through the hotel and free on-site parking.

Spa

The luxurious spa at The Vine offers a collection of facial and/or body treatments as well as massages and other therapies. Included is the irresistible opportunity to experience and enjoy vino-therapy, the ingredients of which are drawn from the best wines.

Why we love this hotel:

• Spa
• Rooftop Swimming Pool
• State of the art architecture