Location
The Residence hotel is located in the western part of the Vila Porto Mare resort, which comprises the hotels The Residence Porto Mare, Porto Mare, and Eden Mar. The family-friendly hotel The Residence Porto Mare is separated from the sea only by a promenade. Restaurants and cafes are in the immediate vicinity and within walking distance. The center of Funchal is approximately 2.5 km away.
Facilities
The Residence Porto Mare, set amidst a 13,000 m² garden complex, impresses with a concept adapted to nature, blending with the greenery of the trees, the colors of the flowers, and the scent of the spice plants. The Residence features 99 apartments and studios, 4 restaurants: Il Basilico (Italian, à la carte), Horta (Healthy Comfort food, à la carte), Buffet restaurant Atlântida (themed buffet), and Alfama (Mediterranean, à la carte). A total of 5 pools, including 2 outdoor pools, a children's pool, and two heated indoor pools. 3 bars: Pool bar Bar Varanda, Bar Portofino, and Bar Oceano. Furthermore, a spa area with a sauna, steam bath, and 2 whirlpools is available. Loungers, beach towels, and umbrellas are included in the pool area. All facilities of the Vila Porto Mare holiday complex can be used.
Accommodation
Studio
The Studios (approx. 30-35m²) are equipped with 2 twin-size beds, a safe, air conditioning (hot/cold), Smart TV, a fully equipped kitchenette, and a balcony. The bathroom includes a hairdryer, bathrobe, and toiletries (S12). Also available as Studio Type O with limited availability and special pricing (STO).
Apartment (FNCA65)
The Apartments (approx. 70 m²) offer similar amenities to the studios but feature a separate bedroom with two queen-size beds, a living area with seating, and a kitchenette (A12/A11/K1A/A13).
Meals
B&B/HB
Breakfast: Buffet at Atlântida restaurant.
For guests booking Half Board, dinner will also be served buffet-style at Atlântida restaurant.
Guests can also dine at the following à la carte restaurants, which are not included in Half Board: "Alfama" (Mediterranean), "Il Basilico" (Italian), and the new "Horta" (healthy comfort food/Wednesday-Sunday).
All Inclusive
Sports included
Indoor pool, fitness studio.
Sports for a fee
Tennis, squash, table tennis, billiards, nearby golf course.
Children's program
Children's playground.
Wellness
Spa (free entry) with sauna & steam bath (both for a fee) and whirlpool.
Massages and beauty treatments (for a fee).
Hotel service
Babysitting service (on request and for a fee)
Free Wi-Fi throughout the property
Parking spaces subject to availability
Garage for a fee
Laundry/room service (for a fee)
Credit card
Amex, Visa, and Mastercard.
Sustainability
Reisen mit Zukunft (Travel for the Future) provides guidance for making conscious decisions. Our label identifies hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices and actively invest in a more sustainable future. These standards encompass social responsibility, environmental awareness, and the cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as defined by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).Further information on sustainability at schauinsland-reisen can be found at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunftThis hotel has the following certification:
Seasonal information
On Christmas and New Year's Eve, the dress code is "smart casual".
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Every year, Madeira hosts the famous FLOWER FESTIVAL - the "Festa da Flor". Admire the elaborately decorated floats and let yourself be swept away by the joie de vivre.
Experience this floral event up close on May 3rd, 2026, from one of the grandstands at Funchal harbor and book a grandstand ticket with the EDV code FNC500 for just €47 per person, in addition to your chosen room.
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Grandstand tickets for CARNIVAL:
Experience the grand parade up close on February 14th, 2026.
Book your desired room and enter the EDV code FNC520 for the purchasable grandstand tickets.
Price: €35 per ticket (limited availability)
Evening event - starts approx. 8 PM
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Additionally bookable under FNCA65
Country category
4 Sterne
Last updated: 20.02.2026 00:51