in Madeira, Portugal
VidaMar Resort Hotel Madeira
Updated 1 July 2026
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VidaMar is the Funchal hotel that behaves most like a proper family resort: indoor and outdoor pools, direct access to ocean bathing platforms, a real kids club, and an optional all-inclusive that takes the maths out of mealtimes. It sits on the Estrada Monumental with supermarkets, pharmacies and the Lido promenade on the doorstep, so day-to-day family logistics are as easy as Madeira gets.
Our verdict
The most complete family package in Funchal. If you want a kids club, heated pools and walkable shops in one address, book here and add the all-inclusive if you have hungry teens.
The rooms
Modern rooms across two towers, nearly all with a sea-view balcony. Family rooms fit four, and the suites add a separate lounge with a sofa bed, which is the setup to ask for with two or more kids.
At a glance
- Pools
- Outdoor saltwater plus heated indoor
- Kids club
- From age 4, included
- Ocean
- Direct bathing platforms
- Shops
- Supermarket 3 min walk
How the KidProof Score works
Every hotel is rated on eight things families actually care about, then weighted by how much each one drives your choice. Room setup counts the most. The little touches break the ties.
Sleeps how many? Connecting rooms, family suites, a real extra bed?
Clean travel cot, high chair, bottle warmer, changing table, kit to borrow.
Shallow pool or paddling area, playground, kids club (free or paid).
Quick breakfast, kids menus, allergy options, snacks on hand.
Secured windows, protected corners, watched pool, well kept grounds.
Laundry, in-room fridge, stroller access, parking, reliable Wi-Fi.
Close to family attractions, easy transport, park tickets or access.
Welcome gift for the child, staff who talk to kids, themed rooms.
Why families love it
- Free kids club with crafts and games
- Saltwater pools right above the ocean
- Indoor pool for the odd rainy day
- Optional all-inclusive with several restaurants
🗓️A day here with kids
- 8:00
Buffet breakfast
Fresh tropical fruit is the star, get the kids to try a slice of local anona.
- 9:30
Kids club drop-off
Parents get two hours for the spa or a run along the promenade.
- 12:30
Pool and platform time
Lunch by the pool, then swimming while the sun is at its warmest.
- 17:00
Walk to the Lido gardens
The little playground on the promenade burns off the last energy before dinner.
Family things to do nearby
First ocean dip off the platforms
Calm mornings are best for older kids to try Atlantic swimming with a parent, goggles reveal shoals of fish.
Kids club craft hour
Painting and games sessions give parents a guilt-free coffee on the sun deck.
Lido promenade stroll
Flat and buggy-friendly, with ice cream stops and views of the paragliders landing at Praia Formosa.
Is it right for your kids?
Baby
0 to 1 yr
Cots, bottle warmers and blender access at breakfast on request, and the indoor pool is warm for a first swim.
Toddler
1 to 3 yrs
The shallow pool section works well, but keep hands held near the ocean platforms, there are open edges.
Kid
4 to 11 yrs
The free club from age 4 plus safe ocean swimming alongside a parent make this the sweet-spot age here.
Teen
12 yrs and up
Gym, ocean swimming and central location for evening strolls into town keep teens on side.
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Parents also ask
Is the all-inclusive worth it for families?
With older kids and teens, usually yes: several restaurants, snacks and drinks all day beat paying Funchal prices per meal.
Does the kids club cost extra?
No, the club is included for guests, typically for ages 4 to 12 with morning and afternoon sessions.
Can toddlers swim in the sea here?
The ocean entry is via ladders and platforms, better for confident swimmers. Toddlers are happier in the shallow pool areas.
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