Gardens
Reid’s is set in ten acres of lush semi-tropical gardens, where hanging vines merge with glorious displays of geraniums, hibiscus and salvias. Our guests find it the perfect place to relax and discover the beauty of the plants and birds that make Madeira such a magical place. Reid’s gardeners ensure that the garden is a riot of colour throughout the year. Featuring trees from all over the world, including Brazil, China, North and South America, Australia, Africa, Korea and Japan alongside flowering shrubs, including hibiscus, bougainvillea, mimosa, wisteria and rhododendron, and a rich variety of the brilliant flowers that have earned Madeira its title as the ‘Garden of the Atlantic’. The gardens are synonymous with Reid's Palace and in bygone days a walk in the garden would bring you upon Sir Winston Churchill reflecting on his memoirs, or Sir George Bernard Shaw mastering the finer points of the tango on the lawns. Our team of gardeners work hard to ensure that the gardens are maintained in perfect condition throughout the year and they are always delighted to share their years of experience with our guests.