Madeira on a budget – Part II – Cheap or free accommodation in Madeira

UPDATED: AUGUST 2023   ◊   ZMIEŃ JĘZYK NA: POLSKI

29 Madeira Hostel by Petit Hotels - Cheap hostel in the centre of Funchal || 29 Madeira Hostel by Petit Hotels - tani hostel w centrum Funchal na Maderze

Madeira on a budget – Accommodation

For all those of you visiting Madeira on a budget, I have prepared a new series of posts about cheap, cheaper or free options for meals, accommodation and transport in Madeira. Today, a couple of ideas for free or cheap stays on Madeira.

1. Budget hotels in Madeira

If you are a budget traveller and search for the English term “hotel Madeira” on Google, the top results might scare you off. But don’t worry, it is rather easy to find cheap stays, guest houses and smaller, budget hotels on Madeira. 

2. How to find affordable hotels in Madeira?

Instead of searching for the term “hotel” I recommend using “Pensão Funchal” or “Residencial Funchal”

As you can see, those results are incomparably better than the hotels in the touristic part of Funchal. 

3. List of budget hotels and guest houses in Madeira 

 
Residencial Mariazinha - Cheap hotel in the Old Town of Funchal, Madeira, Portugal || Tani hotel na Starym Mieście w Funchal na Maderze - Residencial Mariazinha
Residencial Mariazinha - Cheap hotel in the Old Town of Funchal, Madeira, Portugal || Tani hotel na Starym Mieście w Funchal na Maderze - Residencial Mariazinha

Choose Residencial Mariazinha if you would love to stay directly in the Old Town of Funchal, next door to a number of good restaurants, live Fado music places, art galleries, amazing street art and local Poncha bars.

 

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From our personal experience, we could also recommend Valhalla Panorama, where we stayed at exactly at the time when it changed its owner and its name from Residencial Pina. (Many locals and taxi drivers may still recognize this place by its old name). Valhalla Panorama offers a beautiful view of Funchal, tranquility, an outdoor pool & great service at a good price.

Cheap hotel in the centre of Funchal, Madeira, Portugal - Hotel Residencial Zarco || Tani hotel w centrum Funchal na Maderze - Residencial Zarco

4. Hostels in Madeira

29 Madeira Hostel by Petit Hotels - Cheap hostel in the centre of Funchal || 29 Madeira Hostel by Petit Hotels - tani hostel w centrum Funchal na Maderze

If you are fine with sharing a room with strangers to considerably cut your costs, or, if you travel in a big group, hostels would be a great option. Many Madeira hostels are modern and have high guest ratings. Most of the Madeira hotels are located in Funchal. 

29 Madeira Hostel by Petit Hotels - Cheap hostel in the centre of Funchal || 29 Madeira Hostel by Petit Hotels - tani hostel w centrum Funchal na Maderze
29 Madeira Hostel by Petit Hotels - Cheap hostel in the centre of Funchal || 29 Madeira Hostel by Petit Hotels - tani hostel w centrum Funchal na Maderze

5. Airbnb or private rentals in Madeira

There are thousands of private rental houses, villas, and apartments on the island. The term to search for is Alojamento Local”. Such private holiday rentals on Madeira are a great option for budget travelers and own access to kitchen & laundry, helps to save even more.

6. Tourist shelters in Madeira

This is not something I can tell you a lot about as I have never slept in a tourist shelter in Madeira, but I would like you to be aware that this option also exists.

A tourist shelter in Portuguese is called a “Casa de abrigo” and they are homes located in beautiful, remote areas in nature. You are able to stay in one of those houses for just €25.00 per day, per house. Please note, a day is considered a time frame from 00h to 23h59. One day does not include the night, for an overnight stay you need to book 2 days. For more information, please visit:

 

If you have slept in one of those shelters, I am extremely interested in your reviews and your tips. Would you recommend this option to others? Please leave a comment below! 

7. Free campsites in Madeira 

Yes, there are both commercial and free campsites in Madeira. 

I have already mentioned them in one of my previous posts“Backpacking & hitchhiking in Madeira”. In order to sleep on one of these free campsites, you need a permission from the Instituto das Florestas e Conservacao da Natureza – IFCN, because the campsites are located within the national parks.

You should apply well in advance, as sometimes it takes time to receive a response. Do not leave it until the last moment. For more information please visit:

And you? Have you stayed in any of the budget hotels, hostels or shelters in Madeira? Do you have any other tips for budget accommodation on Madeira? 

Let us know in the comments!

Budget hotels and hostels in Madeira Island. Tourist shelters and free campsites in Madeira Island - Madeira on a budget.

SEE ALSO:

Related “Madeira for budget travellers” posts:
PART I –  CHEAP MEALS IN MADEIRA   |   PART III – CHEAP TRANSPORT IN MADEIRA 
 
 
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Comments (4)

  1. Ola, just found your blog. Really excellent. Going back to Funchal in Feb 2020. Lots of good info here. Obrigado do Canada

    1. Hello Ray, Thanks for your nice words! Greetings from beautiful Madeira.

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