Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel

“Beautiful serene hotel”

Reid's Palace is a lovely hotel perched on a cliffside in beautiful Madeira. The staff are so thoughtful and small gifts were left each day including a champagne for my husband's birthday. The views are also spectacular. It is definitely a treat staying at this hotel.

“A Great Destination”

A classic property that has heavy history behind it. The property is located just outside of the downtown area but can easily be accessed via their free shuttle or a nice scenic walk. Due to its location, you'll have amazing view of Funchal any time of day. You can head to restaurants within few mi… more

A classic property that has heavy history behind it. The property is located just outside of the downtown area but can easily be accessed via their free shuttle or a nice scenic walk. Due to its location, you'll have amazing view of Funchal any time of day. You can head to restaurants within few minute walk. The property still feels central but you get the quiet and peace. The property also has 3 pools that office different experiences - my favourite was the sea pool. The staff was very attentive and friendly, anticipated all my needs before I even thought of it. The rooms are spacious. Love the decor, feels very homey and the linens are amazing. There's also a nice garden in the property. I would recommend spending 1-2 days just in the property, relaxing. All their in-house restaurants are great!

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“A legend, but the building needs more than paint”

We read the good reviews of the Reid‘s palace and treated ourselves to a Deluxe-Suite. When arriving you are immediately captured by this institution. Friendly, attentive and efficient staff takes care of every wish you have. The hotel offers many public spaces with splendid views and a garden that… more

We read the good reviews of the Reid‘s palace and treated ourselves to a Deluxe-Suite. When arriving you are immediately captured by this institution. Friendly, attentive and efficient staff takes care of every wish you have. The hotel offers many public spaces with splendid views and a garden that is one of a kind. We also liked the bar and the afternoon Tea is a must. After check-in we were escorted to our room. Leaving the elevator we found ourselves climbing two flights of a steep and narrow stair. Ok, the view in the room was then stunning. But if you are not so able to walk well, you may not easily make it to this room. The room itself must have seen good times but unfortunately a while ago. And it is not a matter of a little paint, which would be needed as well. The windows would keep the rain out, but not the wind. And because this was a suite, it had an emergency exit at the back. Which was equally not closing thight. So when the wind blew, which happens in Madeira, it blew right through the room. That in itself was noisy but then the doors rattled in the wind… Ah, and the „hot“ water pipe delivered rusty water during the first couple of days and never hot but at best warm water. In a deluxe Suite priced at EUR 3000.- during the high season, really? If you life in an old English manor you may feel at home. We did not so much.

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“Cream tea on terrace”

We enjoyed afternoon tea at Reid’s last year, so decided we would book again Every one seemed to arrive at the same time, which made you feel as though you were on a conveyor belt waiting your turn to be called through to your table Sat overlooking the gardens, each table on the balcony was full… more

We enjoyed afternoon tea at Reid’s last year, so decided we would book again Every one seemed to arrive at the same time, which made you feel as though you were on a conveyor belt waiting your turn to be called through to your table Sat overlooking the gardens, each table on the balcony was fully Enjoyed a glass of champagne, before they brought the tea, choosing Reid’s own blend… very good Sandwiches arrived, the waiter explained what each of the fillings were. I thought they were all rather bland and uninspiring except for the beef with horseradish. The cake selection was then delivered to the table, three choices of scones which were beautifully cooked and delicious, accompanied by, a single pot of jam, would look so much better in a small bowl,cream and butter An array of cakes were served, again apart from the strawberry cheesecake very uninspiring Staff replenish the pot of tea, as requested More sandwiches and cakes were available if required Bill for afternoon tea for two, with two flutes of champagne €156.00 Not worth the money

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