Ribeira Brava Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal town with a beach, rocky cliffs, and houses with red roofs.
A mountainous landscape with lush greenery and hydrangea flowers in the foreground.
A rocky cliff with traditional stone houses and a clear river.
A coastal landscape with cliffs, a beach, and a town.
A mountain road with lush greenery and a clear blue sky.
Flag Hotel Madeira - Ribeira Brava

Flag Hotel Madeira - Ribeira Brava

3 out of 5
Rua Gago Coutinho e Sacadura Cabral, nº 2 A Ribeira Brava Madeira
The price is AU$134 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$134
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Ribeira Brava. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Ethnographic Museum of Madeira ...
7.8/10 Good! (183 reviews)
"I enjoyed the location of this hotel because the restaurant downstairs is the best! Moreover, the boulevard is great to walk on in the evening, and if you rent a car you can explore the island from this hotel easily. The room itself was a little outdated, but the bed was comfortable and the bathroom ..."

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

Flag Hotel Madeira - Ribeira Brava
Saccharum Resort

Saccharum Resort

5 out of 5
Rua Serra de Água, 1 Calheta
The price is AU$584 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
AU$584
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Calheta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
Saccharum Resort
Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature

Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature

5 out of 5
Avenida do Infante, 25 Funchal
The price is AU$781 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
AU$781
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (745 reviews)
"Literally the best place - for food, service, and the amenities! We’ve been coming back annually"

Reviewed on 28 July 2026

Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature
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Luxury Villa With Private Heated Pool, Games Room, 160 degrees sea view, WiFi

Luxury Villa With Private Heated Pool, Games Room, 160 degrees sea view, WiFi

Ribeira Brava Madeira
Stay at this family-friendly villa in Ribeira Brava. Enjoy private pools, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ethnographic Museum of Madeira ...
9/10 Wonderful! (103 reviews)
"Das Haus ist perfekt. Die Kommunikation einwandfrei. Das Haus ist super gelegen, allerdings ist ein Auto ein Muss. Das Haus ist in einem Top Zustand und alles was man braucht ist vorhanden. Der Pool ist mit einer max. Tiefe von 1,10 m eine super Abkühlung. Die Aussicht wird den Bildern nicht gerecht ..."

Reviewed on 8 July 2026

Luxury Villa With Private Heated Pool, Games Room, 160 degrees sea view, WiFi
House on the island of flowers between sky and sea. EXCEPTIONAL views

House on the island of flowers between sky and sea. EXCEPTIONAL views

Ribeira Brava Madeira Region
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Ribeira Brava. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
10/10 Exceptional! (147 reviews)
"We had a wonderful holiday at Villa Cabouco. The Villa was lovely and extremely comfortable. The views of the sea and the surrounding area are just amazing and it was lovely to sit outside in the evening and see all the lights twinkling around us. We have stayed in VRBO villas for a number of years ..."

Reviewed on 28 July 2026

House on the island of flowers between sky and sea. EXCEPTIONAL views
Garajau Madeira Hotel

Garajau Madeira Hotel

3 out of 5
Estrada do Garajau, 131 Santa Cruz
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Garajau Madeira Hotel
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Stay near popular Ribeira Brava attractions

Ethnographic Museum of Madeira

8.0/10 (1 review)
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Ethnographic Museum of Madeira during your travels in Ribeira Brava. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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Activities

City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras

AU$43
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Picture 3 for Activity Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal Jeep Tour

Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4WD Tour

AU$114
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4WD Tour
Funchal: Pico do Arieiro Sunrise Plus 2 extra Hiking Trails

Funchal: Pico do Arieiro Sunrise Plus 2 extra Hiking Trails

AU$56
per adult
Funchal: Pico do Arieiro Sunrise Plus 2 extra Hiking Trails
Madeira: Garajau Nature Reserve Kayak and Snorkel Tour

Madeira: Garajau Nature Reserve Kayak and Snorkel Tour

AU$58
per adult
Madeira: Garajau Nature Reserve Kayak and Snorkel Tour
Nuns Valley Tour

Nuns Valley Tour

AU$41
per adult
Nuns Valley Tour
From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour

From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour

AU$73
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour
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