Savoy Palace.

Towering over Funchal’s coastline with a distinctive wave-like silhouette, Savoy Palace is Madeira’s most ambitious architectural statement. Designed by Nini Andrade Silva, the interiors bridge Belle Époque grandeur with contemporary botanical themes, anchored by a massive 33-foot metal chain chandelier in the lobby. The scale is monumental, housing eight restaurants and bars—ranging from the casual Alameda to the fine-dining Galáxia Skyfood—and a sprawling 3,100-square-meter spa inspired by the island’s laurel forests. While the 352 rooms feature walnut finishes and marble bathrooms, the real draw is the rooftop: two infinity pools provide sweeping Atlantic views, though one remains exclusive to suite guests. It is a high-energy, polished resort that trades boutique intimacy for world-class amenities and a prime location between the Old Town and the marina.