12 Best Airbnbs in Madeira: Unique and Cool Places to Stay 

Looking for the best places on Airbnb in Madeira? This Portuguese island has so much to offer to visitors, from amazing green landscapes to beautiful ocean views, waterfalls and lovely weather all year round.

There are a lot of cool and unique places to stay in Madeira available on Airbnb, from farmhouses to villas with private pools and gardens, some of them with architecture typical to the island.

Funchal, the island's capital, is one of the most popular places to stay while on Madeira, since it's the largest city on the island, with great access to restaurants, shops and good bus connections with all the other popular places to visit.

Self-catering holidays are really popular in Madeira, so there are a lot of holiday villas and apartments available to rent on Airbnb, at very affordable prices.

Spectacular Villa with Pool - Calheta

Absolutely brand new villa in Calheta in Madeira, it was built in 2017 and located only 1,5km away from the sandy beach of Calheta. You can stay in this beautiful and typical Madeiran cottage house, which was totally reconstructed mainly using the natural volcanic stone and recycled wood.

This spectacular villa is a great place to stay for families in Madeira since it has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a barbecue, pond, garden and swimming pool.

Amenities: Free parking on premises, Hot tub, Wifi, Indoor fireplace, Pool, Dedicated workspace, Cable TV

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Unique Apartment Fontes - Lombo Do Doutor

The unique Apartment Fontes is an ideal place to stay in Madeira for people passionate about nature, landscapes, hiking, trekking, water sports. If you are looking for a relaxing stay in a very charming and quiet area, Calheta is the perfect place in Madeira for you.

Amenities: Free parking on premises, Hot tub, Wifi, Heating, Dedicated workspace, Cable TV

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Cozy Apartment Sunrise Glances, Funchal

This Airbnb apartment is close to the tourist area in Funchal and it has access to an amazing pool a side sea view! It's cozy and very comfortable totally renewed. Nearby you can find supermarkets, pharmacies, restaurants, and other shops. 

This apartment is good for families on holiday in Madeira, as well as for couples looking for a quiet and romantic place.

Amenities: Heating, Pool, TV, Essentials, Hairdryer, Smoke alarm, Carbon monoxide alarm

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Sea Charm Apartment, Funchal 

Rent a lovely apartment overlooking the ocean, where you will be charmed by the fantastic views. This Airbnb apartment in Funchal offers a year-round swimming pool, free parking and Wi-FI.

You can take relaxing walks by the ocean and spend romantic evenings by candlelight on your balcony. Due to its location, this apartment is a cool place to stay for young couples visiting Madeira.

Amenities: Heating, Pool, TV, Essentials, Hairdryer, Washer, Free parking on premises

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Granny's Farm Cottage Bungalows, São Vicente

Madeira holiday bungalows and glamping is situated on the north of the island of Madeira, in the area of São Vincent. This valley has picturesque landscapes, with laurisilva forests, waterfalls and walking paths.

The land where the bungalows are located is full of fruit trees and it's the best place to enjoy the tranquility of nature in Madeira. The cottage also has a barbecue, where you can cook outside and enjoy your meals outdoors.

Amenities: Free parking on premises, Heating, Air conditioning, Wifi, Dedicated workspace, Security cameras on the property

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Modern Studio Apartment, Machico 

Stay in an open space studio apartment located in Machico, perfect for a short term holiday.

This cool stay in Madeira is only 5 minutes away from the beach and the bedroom has a Rest in a king-size bed, as well as a sofa bed. You will also have access to a fully equipped kitchen, microwave, fridge, stovetop, kettle and coffee machine.

Amenities: Free parking on premises, Cable TV, Wifi, Essentials, Hairdryer

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Cool House with Ocean View, Calheta

This is a new house with two bedrooms, a living room, a kitchen, two bathrooms and two balconies.

This is a good place for families in Madeira, as it's located in a quiet neighborhood in the middle of nature with lush views. You will be 10 minutes away from restaurants, shops and pharmacies and you will be close to many walking trails, where you will be able to enjoy Madeira's amazing natural landscapes.

Amenities: Free street parking, Fire extinguisher, Carbon monoxide alarm, Kitchen
Private entrance, Wifi, First aid kit

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Oceanfront Apartment, Funchal

This frontline apartment is charming, overlooks the ocean and has breathtaking panoramic balcony views over the island coast. Stay in an 8th-floor apartment to enjoy the best views of the coastline of Madeira straight from your balcony.

Other amenities include free access to an outdoor pool, free parking and free WiFi.

Amenities: TV, Essentials, Hairdryer, Pool, Cable TV, Free parking on premises

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Rustic Rural House, Lombo Do Doutor

This unique place to stay in Madeira is located in Calheta in a very quiet rural area, on a hillside with views between mountains and the sea. 

You will be only 10 minutes away from the beach and marina of Calheta. Calheta Beach is one of the few sandy beaches in Madeira, as its sand had to be imported since most of the island's beaches are rocky.

The terrace of this house is the perfect spot to unwind after a day of visiting Madeira and you can enjoy some spectacular views of the coast and town below.

Amenities: Free parking on premises, Heating, Air conditioning, Wifi, Indoor Fireplace, Cable TV

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Camélia Chalet Romantic Stay, Santana

Surrounded by forest and located up high in the mountains, Camélia is the ideal choice for nature lovers, who seek peace and unique moments in the comfort of a well-equipped cottage.

This house has a truly privileged location within the natural park of Ribeiro Frio, so you will have easy access to many hiking trails.

Amenities: Free parking on premises, Air conditioning, Wifi, Indoor Fireplace, Cable TV

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Modern and Luxurious House, Ponta Delgada

This luxurious place to stay in Madeira is located in Ponta Delgada and it's a modern house, which offers amazing outdoor space and fantastic views of the Atlantic Ocean. 

This 2 bedrooms house is perfect for family holidays on the island of Madeira.

Amenities: Kitchen, Wifi, Dedicated workspace, Cable TV, Hair dryer, Essentials

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Unique Rural House Casa Oliveira Esmeraldo, São Vicente

Casa Oliveira Esmeraldo is a rural house from the 19th century. This fascinating and unique place to stay has been renovated and adapted to serve as a charming Guest House. It is a place full of history, surrounded by green mountains and with breathtaking views.

This holiday villa is located in São Vicente, one of the most popular places for tourists on Madeira, close to many of the islands' attractions.

Amenities: Free parking on premises, Kitchen, Air conditioning, Wifi, Pool, Dedicated workspace, Cable TV

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