Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel
Madeira
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Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel
Madeira
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With a mild climate year-round that nurtures a green and fertile land, Madeira, it seems, is the place to grow. Packing a lot into its compact frame, wellness warriors needn’t travel far to find their zen among the island’s volcanic peaks and waterfall-studded landscape. Just over half an hour from the capital, Funchal, lies a prehistoric rainforest, while hiking trails that follow the ancient Levada irrigation channels are even closer. And if a short but sweet dose of mindfulness is in order, an abundance of bold and beautiful tropical gardens make the city itself a sanctuary of serenity.
Also, within the city’s circumference lies the hilltop hideaway of Reid’s Palace, A Belmond Hotel. Proving that you don’t have to travel to rural regions for renewal, this island institution has been a healing elixir for many a famous name over the years. Now, it’s a well-being wonderland with a newly built spa and gym that’s doubled in size, balancing old traditions with newer innovations.
Something special At Reid’s Palace, the approach to wellness rests on six holistic pillars. You’ll find two, TOUCH and MOVEMENT, in the generous spa and fitness area – focusing on supporting the body with exercise and indulgent spa therapies. Then there’s SPIRITUALITY and NATURE BATHING that teach the importance of connection through local experiences and engaging with your surroundings. And lastly there’s CREATIVITY and NUTRITION; the former aiming to restore the mind through art workshops, the latter on nurturing the body through delectable yet healthy food in the restaurants.
We recommend Perched on its own private peninsula with the likes of a sea-level sun deck and pool and tennis courts enveloped in subtropical gardens, it’s almost as if Reid’s Palace grew in this spot alongside its vivid blooms. While here, a Junior Suite is the best place to rest between activities – providing plenty of space to unwind and a balcony with soothing views of either the sea or gardens.
Extraordinary experiences
Our hand-picked well-being activities to make the most of your stay at Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel...
Greet the sunrise with sound healing and yoga Accompanied by a local guide and a yoga teacher, head out at dawn to find a secluded spot to start the day with some mindful movement and soothing sound. During the session, see the sunrise above the clouds from high in the peaks (weather permitting), or to the gentle lapping of waves by the coast, before tucking into a picnic breakfast. If by the coast, a refreshing swim or yacht trip can follow.
Follow the trails of the famous levadas Stretching from east to west, Madeira’s water-fed Levadas weave through some of the island’s most beautiful scenery. Depending on which side has the best weather, follow a guide and yoga instructor on a mild hike beside one of the waterways, finding a quiet area before settling in for a conscious breathing session and meditation to the natural soundtrack of birdlife and the gentle trickling. Enjoying a delectable picnic in the same spot afterwards.
Enjoy a tour and meditation session among the gardens With a nickname like the ‘Floating Garden of the Atlantic’, it’s no surprise that many become stuck with where to start when it comes to exploring Madeira’s botanical brilliance. An in-the-know guide is on hand to help and, following a lesson on local plant life, will take you to one of Madeira’s prettiest gardens where a yoga instructor awaits for a meditation class with the aid of sound healing gongs.
Guide price*
From £8,105 per person for 5 nights based on a booking of 2 adults departing 10 Apr 2027.
Price correct at time of publishing, June 2026.
Included in your trip:
- Economy Class international flights from London Gatwick to Madeira Airport with British Airways, plus private return transfers
- Accommodating guests in a Junior Suite
- All guests welcomed on a bed and breakfast basis
- Price includes locally payable taxes of €2 / £1.72 per person per night (exchange rate of 1.16 EUR = 1 GBP)
- Airside departure service at London Gatwick Airport including greeting, check-in and baggage assistance, fast-track security, 3-hour departure lounge relaxation and escorting to the departure gate
- One Levada Walk experience
- One Garden Tour with meditation class
- One sunrise yoga session