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Luxury and natural beauty overlooking the Atlantic

Saccharum

Portugal · Madeira · Calheta

Take in breathtaking views of the Atlantic from the luxurious Saccharum hotel in Madeira. A place where wellbeing, exceptional dining and sustainability come together.

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Saccharum in detail

Hotel

The luxurious five-star Saccharum is nestled in a peaceful bay on Madeira’s southwest coast. Alongside its clear focus on wellness and sustainability, the resort offers stunning views of the Atlantic and a memorable dining experience. Its elegant interiors reflect the history of the site, where a sugar cane mill once stood. The blend of contemporary design and traditional charm creates a harmonious whole. The hotel is by the sea, just around a 25-minute drive from the island’s capital, Funchal. In 2025, the resort was awarded the Green Key sustainability certification.

When you book the Savoy Premium Experience (SPE), you can enjoy additional inclusions (£70 per person per night; already included when booking selected room categories. See below for more information).

Food & Drink

Saccharum has 7 restaurants and bars. In a tribute to the hotel’s origins, the décor in most of the spaces features antique machinery and metalwork once used to distil liquids such as rum. At "Alambique", you can discover Madeira’s local cuisine, while "Trapiche Restaurant & Pool Bar" on the rooftop serves light dishes. The hotel also has "Calhau Beach Club", with direct access to the sea, the rooftop "Fly Lounge Bar" with live music, and "Garapa Bar" by the adults-only pool.

Breakfast is served buffet-style at "Engenho Restaurant", with sea views (7.30–10.30 am). With half board or full board, you can enjoy a three-course menu at "Engenho", "Trapiche" or "Calhau Beach Club" (advance reservations are required at all three restaurants).

The resort’s commitment to sustainability is also reflected in its kitchens. The dishes are made mainly with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, including vegetables from the hotel’s own garden. Particular care is also taken to use ingredients that are in season.

Wellness & Spa

Escape the everyday at Saccharum Spa (ages 16+, 10 am–8 pm), with a heated indoor spa pool, sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi, ice fountain, experience showers, halotherapy salt room and relaxation room. Unwind in the soothing atmosphere and enjoy the care of the qualified Saccharum Spa team. In 4 treatment suites, the team offers a wide range of holistic treatments inspired by traditional Ayurvedic medicine.

Use of the spa is included for Savoy Premium Experience guests and on the day of a booked treatment.

Fitness & Sports

The hotel has a fully equipped gym with sea views (7 am–10 pm). Yoga, Pilates, meditation and Tai Chi classes are held several times a week at Fly Lounge Bar or Calhau Beach Club (approx. €15 per person, included for SPE guests). Personal training can be booked on site (approx. €60 per hour). A squash court is available subject to availability (approx. €15 per hour, included for SPE guests); equipment hire is available for approx. €22.

Pool area

Enjoy sunny hours by the three outdoor pools, with parasols and sun loungers. One is an adults-only pool, another is an infinity pool, and the third is suitable for families with children. If the weather is poor, the heated indoor pool offers a welcome alternative.

Leisure

A shuttle bus runs daily from the hotel to central Funchal (approx. €30 per person return; included for SPE guests). Explore the island’s capital at your own pace and visit, for example, the Cristiano Ronaldo Museum. The hotel also offers excursions in the surrounding area for an additional charge, such as trips to Pico do Arieiro or a coach tour of Calheta. A selection of activities is also available at the hotel free of charge, including Portuguese lessons.

Discover local art and culture in the hotel’s own gallery, Galeria 1425. There are two games rooms, one for children, with a selection of popular board and card games (10 am–midnight).

Savoy Premium Experience (SPE)

Included benefits:

  • Exclusive check-in area
  • Welcome drink
  • Half board as the standard meal plan
  • 50% discount on parking in the covered car park with direct access to the hotel
  • Exclusive access to the premium sun deck, with Balinese beds, a jacuzzi, showers, a massage area and light refreshments (at selected times)
  • Use of the Balinese beds at Calhau Beach Club
  • Use of Saccharum Spa (aged 16 and over)
  • Access to The Club on the top floor, with terrace: private breakfast, drinks and snacks (7.30 am–7 pm), sandwiches, cakes and snacks (4.30–6 pm)
  • Yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi and aqua gym sessions
  • Use of the squash court (subject to availability; reservation required)
  • Daily transfer to Funchal
  • Pillow menu
  • Minibar with selected drinks
  • Unlimited telephone calls
  • Priority restaurant reservations
  • Use of the meeting rooms once (for up to 6 people, maximum 60 minutes, subject to availability and advance booking)
  • Ironing service (one item of clothing per guest per day)
  • Check-out at The Club with a farewell drink
  • Late check-out until 6 pm (subject to availability and on request)

The Savoy Premium Experience is already included with selected room categories (rooms marked SPE). For all other guests, SPE costs €80 per day, payable at the hotel; reservations can be made through Fit.

Arrival

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Hotel rooms at a glance

The resort has 243 spacious rooms and suites. Most offer sea or mountain views, a balcony and an open-plan bathroom. The interiors combine understated luxury with elegant, comfortable design. Single occupancy is in a double room. Accessible rooms are available on request. A pillow menu is available for an additional charge (included for SPE guests).

  • Courtyard Room

    32 m² · Twin beds or double bed · Courtyard view · Balcony

  • Ocean Room

    32 m² · Twin beds or double bed · Ocean view · Balcony

  • Side Ocean Room

    32 m² · Twin beds or double bed · Side ocean view · Balcony

  • SPE Ocean Room

    32 m² · Twin beds or double bed · Ocean view · Balcony

  • Courtyard Room for Single Occupancy

    32 m² · Twin beds or double bed · Courtyard view · Balcony

  • Ocean Room for Single Occupancy

    32 m² · Twin beds or double bed · Ocean view · Balcony

  • Side Ocean Room for Single Occupancy

    32 m² · Twin beds or double bed · Side ocean view · Balcony

  • Courtyard Suite

    40-44 m² · Double bed · Courtyard view · Balcony

  • Ocean Suite

    40-44 m² · Double bed · Ocean view · Balcony

  • Side Ocean Suite

    40-44 m² · Double bed · Side ocean view · Balcony

  • SPE Pool Suite

    80 m² · King-size bed · Ocean view · 2 balconies

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Location

Saccharum
Portugal, Madeira, Calheta
Madeira Airport (FNC)
approx. 49 km / 44 min

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