โ10%
๐ฑ 1 ton COโ offset
Hotel Quinta do Sol
Rua do Gorgulho 76, Funchal
๐ Bike storage๐ฟ Wash bay๐ Pool๐ถ Free WiFi
Shuttle enduro, sea-to-summit, year-round riding
Why ride Madeira?
Madeira is the year-round shuttle-enduro destination. Trails drop from 1,800 m volcanic ridge lines through laurel forest to the Atlantic โ sea-to-summit days are standard. The Trans-Madeira blind multi-day race put the island on the world map, and the shuttle scene now serves a permanent network of 50 + trails. December riding in shorts is the norm.
Signature trails
What you'll ride in Madeira
01
Pico do Areeiro descents
High alpine starts, 1,800 m drops
02
Encumeada Pass
Classic ridge to coast
03
Achadas da Cruz
Atlantic-facing, fast loamy flow
04
Laurissilva trails
UNESCO laurel forest singletrack
05
Trans-Madeira race
Blind multi-stage enduro, every May
06
Skybike / Freeride Madeira shuttles
Daily uplift programmes
Getting to Madeira
Madeira (Funchal) airport, FNC, has direct flights from most European capitals. Bike shuttle operators (Freeride Madeira, MadeiraBikeRental, Skybike Madeira) collect from the airport with bike-equipped vans. Most MTB hotels include or can arrange airport pickup with bike boxes.
Where to stay
Trail-side hotels in Madeira
Every hotel below has confirmed secure bike storage and sits within easy reach of the Trans-Madeira / Freeride Madeira network trail network. Four verified MTB-friendly properties โ from ride-from-the-door agriturismos to lift-base 4-star hotels.
โ10%
๐ฑ 1 ton COโ offset
โ12%
๐ฑ 1 ton COโ offset
Hotel Rocamar
Largo Antรณnio Nobre, Funchal
๐ Bike storage๐ถ Free WiFi๐ฝ๏ธ Restaurant๐ Pool
โ14%
๐ฑ 1 ton COโ offset
Quinta do Monte
Caminho do Monte 192, Monte
๐ Bike storage๐ฟ Wash bay๐ Shuttle๐ Poolโจ๏ธ Spa
โ12%
๐ฑ 1 ton COโ offset
Reid's Palace Belmond
Estrada Monumental 139, Funchal
๐ Bike storage๐ Shuttleโ Concierge๐ Poolโจ๏ธ Spa
Trail map
Madeira on the map
All hotels listed above are within a short ride or shuttle of the Trans-Madeira / Freeride Madeira network trailheads, in or around Madeira, Atlantic Island, Portugal.
Frequently asked
Riding & booking in Madeira
Is Madeira good for winter MTB trips?
Madeira is the most popular European winter MTB destination โ December to February is warm (15 โ 20 ยฐC), dry on the south coast, with shuttle programmes running daily. Book hotels 3 + months ahead for Christmas / New Year.
Do I need to take my own bike to Madeira?
No โ Freeride Madeira and Skybike rent full-suspension enduro bikes including Yetis, Specialized and Santa Cruz. Rental is usually cheaper than airline bike fees for a week.
Are guides needed on Madeira trails?
Strongly recommended for first-timers. Trails are unmarked and can change after winter storms. All major shuttle operators include guides as standard; self-shuttle is possible with GPX but local knowledge saves time.
Do these hotels have secure bike storage?
Every hotel listed on this page offers secure indoor bike storage as a confirmed amenity โ locked rooms, racks and (where noted) CCTV. Each hotel's storage and wash-bay setup is shown on its listing card.
Is IMPT cheaper than booking direct?
Yes โ booking through IMPT typically delivers around 10% below the direct hotel rate, with no discount code required. The eco impact (1 ton of COโ removed per stay via Climeworks direct air-capture) is included at no extra cost.
Can I bring my own mountain bike into the room?
Many of these hotels prefer bikes in the dedicated storage room for security and to keep rooms clean, but some do allow bikes in the room. Each listing notes whichever applies. If unclear, ask the property directly before check-in.
Do these hotels offer free cancellation?
Most rooms include free cancellation up to 24 โ 48 hours before arrival. Refundable rates are clearly marked during booking on IMPT.
What is the eco impact of booking through IMPT?
1 ton of COโ is removed per stay via UN-verified Climeworks direct air-capture, at no extra cost to you. That's roughly 29 ร the carbon footprint of a typical hotel night.
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