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PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only

4.0 star property
Adults-only hotel with 2 bars/lounges, near Funchal Marina

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In Old Town Funchal, Hotel Porto Santa Maria offers a tranquil retreat with a free breakfast buffet, a serene garden, and an on-site restaurant serving breakfast to dinner. Unwind by the indoor or outdoor pool or indulge in rejuvenating spa treatments like massages and manicures/pedicures.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
  • Indoor pool and outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Spa services
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is CNY2,274
CNY2,397 total
includes taxes & fees
May 30 - May 31

Why we love this property

Work and play perfection
Located in the city center, this hotel offers conference space and meeting rooms for business. After work, the sauna, spa services, and nearby golf await.
Culinary magic
This hotel boasts a restaurant and 2 bars. Daily free buffet breakfast awaits guests. Locally-sourced and organic food create a delightful dining experience.

Room options

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Standard Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Studio, Partial Sea View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Studio, Partial Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Studio, Sea View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, Sea View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Suite, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Twin Room, Sea View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Superior Twin Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades, Madeirenses 50, Funchal, 9060-190

What's nearby

  • Funchal Farmers Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Funchal-Monte Teleferico - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Avenida do Mar - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Town Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Funchal Marina - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC) - 16 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Arco Velho - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bar Number 2 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Banana's Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chef Guru - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Venda Velha - ‬1 min walk

About this property

PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only

PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Funchal Marina. You can indulge in massages, facials, or mani/pedis, and Arsenal serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 146 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Half Board rate plans do not include drinks.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 16
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Covered onsite self parking (EUR 15 per day)
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Conference space (840 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2000
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • An indoor pool
  • Bicycle parking
  • Spa services
  • Sauna
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 44-inch Smart TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include facials and manicures and pedicures.

Dining

Arsenal - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 31.50 per vehicle (one-way)

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs EUR 15 per day

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Drinks are not included in rate plans that include meals.
Property Registration Number 6705

Also known as

Hotel Porto Santa Maria
Hotel Porto Santa Maria Funchal
Hotel Santa Maria Porto
Porto Maria
Porto Santa
Porto Santa Maria
Porto Santa Maria Funchal
Porto Santa Maria Hotel
Santa Maria Porto
Santa Porto
Porto Santa Maria Hotel (Porto Bay) Madeira/Funchal
Hotel Porto Santa Maria
Portobay Santa Maria Funchal
Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria Hotel
Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria Funchal
Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria Hotel Funchal

Frequently asked questions

Does PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only?

Yes, there's an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only?

Yes. Self parking costs EUR 15 per day.

Is airport shuttle service offered by PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 31.50 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Madeira Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the indoor and outdoor pools after a day out and about. PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only also has 2 bars and a sauna, as well as a fitness center and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Arsenal.

What's the area around PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only like?

PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only is located near Sao Tiago Beach in Old Town Funchal, a short 13-minute walk from Funchal Marina and 3 minutes' walk from Funchal-Monte Teleferico. The local area is popular for its beaches and our guests say it is very walkable.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was excellent with a great variety of options and high-quality food. (21 reviews)
  • The pool area was clean, well-set up, and offered great views. (5 reviews)
  • The spa services and facilities, including hot tubs and a rooftop option, were a highlight of the property experience. (3 reviews)
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Popular mentions

Location
Service staff
Old town
Room
Breakfast
Bar
Restaurant
Food
Ocean view
Cable car

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely breakfast menu. Same as with usual visits but with the addition of omlette station and improved toasters as well as make your own coffee machines. Our room had a view, both of the pool abd sae, including harbour. Nice new sun loungers and parasols. Plenty of choice i=on cocktail menu. Cocktails really well made. Lovely gourmet dinner menus
James, 7-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Perfect location and facilities.
Elizabeth, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We stay at the Porto Bay twice a year and the breakfasts have never let the hotel down. Plenty of hot and cold choices including pastries and various fresh fruits. The stafff are wonderful. They're so attentive a you can linger as long as you want, over ample cups of coffee
James, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast was a great start to the day,a great variety of fruits & cooked food for everyone.The location was perfect,very close to shops transport & restaurants.I would recommend it, a great place to stay at.
Peter Maurice, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly welcome and was also upgraded to a superior sea view room, which was clean and well-equipped, with a kitchen. Location was perfect at the quiet end of the front and close to the cable car station to Monte. Car parking in the basement was very handy and leaving it there after checkout was no problem. Breakfast was very pleasant and we also had a drink in the Captain’s bar outside later, again excellent service and a nice ambience. Would definitely book here again if we were staying over in Funchal.
Sharon, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast was excellent so many options to choose from. We ate in the restaurant a few nights for dinner once again amazing choice and quality of food served. All of the staff were attentive and very pleasant. Would most definitely recommend this as a destination.
Rhona, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

My wife and I had a great stay. Perfect location to everything in Funchal.
Joel, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel, wonderful staff, delicious breakfast
Jennifer, 6-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great, great location no one can beat…next to the park, so close to the Market, restaurants, the ropeway to the Monte and right in the center.
Taiichi, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I loved the location, close to the Botanical Garden cable car and numerous restaurants, the pool area is lovely too
Marina, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hotel with friendly staff, spotlessly clean and right on the sea front
Graham, 6-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Would recommend this hotel with helpful friendly staff. Only reason for 4 stars was a little slow in buffet restaurant. Food very good for buffet, clean hotel and great location. Entertainment every evening in a relaxed atmosphere. Spa and pool are good as well.
Heather, 6-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Fantastic location, close to old town restaurants and easy access to boardwalk, which gets you to the marina and beyond. Excellent service. Large breakfast offering. And in the summer months, enjoyable evening entertainment.
Athene van, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Super helpful, friendly personeel. Perfect location.
Erzsebet, 6-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Staff were great. Breakfast was good. Loved the rooftop terrace. Get a sea view room as it’s so good to enjoy sunshine all day and watch the cruise ships sailing in and out. The location of the hotel is the best. Right on the waterfront and the restaurants in the old town are on your doorstep so why the 4* review? The outdoor swimming pool isn’t the best. Small, quite shallow and cold and only 1 small beach towel a day. Once you’ve had a swim you’re left with a very wet towel. Having said that I’d happily go back again.
Moira, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location close to a wide variety of local restaurants and facilities. Excellent helpful and friendly staff. Great facilities within the hotel.
Kenneth, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel. Stayed many times. Staff friendly & good service. Food excellent
Judith, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location with view of cruise ship harbour, friendly and very helpful staff. Best of Funchal within walking distance. kitchenette facilities in studio room. Loved everything about it.
Dulcie Vivien, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, clean, luxurious, friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast exceeded expectations
Diana, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A great hotel on the sea. Courteous hotel staff and services. good breakfast It is highly recommended
doron, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

plus the evening entertainment was of a high quality.
Peter, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were so wonderfully helpful.
Stephanie Leanne, 6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I went in July 2024 and stayed in an ocean front suite. We loved our room, the hotel is beautiful and the staff were very friendly! The location is perfect for walking around, close to many shops and restaurants. The breakfast buffet was delicious and the pool area is clean and relaxing.
Trisha, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic location. Beautiful hotel with wonderful amenities and great sea views. Enjoyed both indoor and outdoor pools. Great service and lovely restaurant as well.
Harry, 10-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

All aspects of this hotel were fantastic from the friendly and accommodating staff in the restaurant, bar area , front desk and spa services. The hotel rooftop was excellent and enjoyed the special event of bubbles and sushi. The location was very convenient for walking to many attractions. Nice to have on site parking and the breakfast buffet that was exceptional. We enjoyed staying here and would highly recommend to others.
Thomas Arthur, 8-night trip