Travel Challenge: A week in Madeira

Every week we invite competing companies to give us their best deal for a specified holiday. Today: a week in Madeira, departing on 26 February. Prices are for two.

Cadogan Holidays

£1,190: Estalagem da Ponta do Sol, Ponta do Sol

Includes flights from Gatwick, private transfers and room with breakfast in a garden-view room at the four-star Estalagem da Ponta do Sol – a Design Hotels member. "A gem of a boutique contemporary hotel in a spectacular location with its own private beach – it will tick all your boxes," says Prue Trainer of Cadogan Holidays (08445 600 500; cadoganholidays.com ).

Atlantic Holidays

£1,098: Pestana Carlton Madeira, Funchal

Includes flights from Manchester (together with inflight meals and 20kg luggage allowance), transfers and B&B in a sea-view room at the five-star Pestana Carlton Madeira. This hotel is set high in a prime location within walking distance of the centre of the island's capital, Funchal. "Overlooking the ocean, the Pestana Carlton Madeira enjoys stunning views of this beautiful Portuguese island," says Dino Toouli of Atlantic Holidays (01452 381888; atlanticholidays.net ).

First Choice

£1,050: Pestana Casino Park, Funchal

Includes flights from Gatwick, transfers and accommodation in a standard room at the five-star Pestana Casino Park, which overlooks the harbour and is classed as a First Choice Premier hotel. "The hotel has recently undergone a refurbishment which has enhanced its appearance and excellent facilities. It boasts first-class décor and service. The hotel is one of our top-value hotels in Madeira, and a must for guests who enjoy style and an informal atmosphere," says First Choice's Katy Berzins (0871 200 4455; firstchoice.co.uk ).