The Cliff Bay - PortoBay

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Scored 9.3
Rated superb

Staff

9.6
  • City view
  • Garden
  • Swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Non-smoking rooms

Cheapest option at this property for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Twin Room with Sea and City View
Price for:
Max adults: 3
Beds: 2 single beds
Free cot available on request
or 1 extra-large double bed
Free cot available on request
Costs 1st night to cancel
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Breakfast included
We have 2 left
US$594 per night
Price US$1,781
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at The Cliff Bay - PortoBay

Situated atop a natural peninsula, The Cliff Bay provides panoramic Atlantic Ocean views and private sea access. There are indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a 2-Michelin star restaurant and free Wi-Fi. All guest rooms have twin queen-size beds, an en suite marble bathroom and an LCD cable TV. In addition, all rooms feature a veranda with table and chairs, giving views of the hotel's gardens or the Bay of Funchal. Cliff Bay features 3 restaurants, including the 2-Michelin star Il Gallo d'Oro, which serves aromatic Mediterranean and Iberian cuisine. Guests can also relax in any of the on-site cafés and bars. Cliff Bay features top-of-the-range spa and wellness facilities. There is direct, private access to the sea as well as tennis courts, a games room and a library. The hotel is located within a 5-minute drive from the Funchal centre, just 20 minutes’ drive from Madeira Airport. An airport shuttle is available upon request.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • 3 swimming pools
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Fitness centre
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Free cot available on request
Porto Bay Hotels & Resorts
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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Situated in the best rated area in Funchal, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.6

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Buffet

Rooms with:

  • Sea view

  • City view

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

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Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Twin Room with Sea and City View
Price for:
Max adults: 3
Beds: 2 single beds
Free cot available on request
or 1 extra-large double bed
Free cot available on request
Costs 1st night to cancel
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Sea view
Breakfast included
We have 2 left
US$594 per night
Price US$1,781
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
Reserve
Don't worry — pressing this button won't charge you anything!

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Twin Room with Sea and City View
Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child
We have 2 left
Free cot available on request

This twin room has a balcony, DVD player and electric kettle. A buffet breakfast is included.

323 feet²
Balcony
Sea view
City view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Coffee machine
Minibar
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bidet
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • TV
  • Slippers
  • Telephone
  • Satellite channels
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Carpeted
  • Electric kettle
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Cable channels
  • Wardrobe or closet
Max adults: 3
US$594 per night
Price US$1,781
Excluded: € 2 City tax per person per night, 4 % VAT
  • Superb breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Max adults: 3
US$784 per night
Price US$2,351
Excluded: € 2 City tax per person per night, 4 % VAT
  • Breakfast & dinner included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Max adults: 2
US$505 per night
Price US$1,515
Excluded: € 2 City tax per person per night, 4 % VAT
  • Superb breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Max adults: 2
US$631 per night
Price US$1,894
Excluded: € 2 City tax per person per night, 4 % VAT
  • Breakfast & dinner included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$568 per night
Price US$1,705
Excluded: € 2 City tax per person per night, 4 % VAT
  • Breakfast & dinner included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
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Guests who stayed here loved

Michal
United States United States
“Big selection during breakfast. Tasty. Great views from the restaurants. Very kind staff. Very clean hotel.”
Karen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Love the sea views and the avista restaurant . My husband used the gym regularly. It’s very well equipped. Breakfast was great .”
R
Canada Canada
“Our room had the most beautiful view with huge balcony Breakfast was fantastic, view outstanding Loved eating outside on terrace for breakfast So many little areas you can sit or relax and be quiet on property”
Liesl
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful quiet hotel, friendly and efficient staff. Definitely more suited to an older demographic of people rather than families. Room was superb and the facilities were lovely.”
Svetlana
Spain Spain
“The Cliff Bay - PortoBay Madeira This is a place where you truly feel at home, but with endless ocean views 🌊. Our family stay was wonderfully peaceful and beautiful — everything was just perfect!”
Silvia
South Africa South Africa
“We had an incredible time. Everything about this Hotel was fantastic. Staff was very friendly. Breakfast was really amazing. Facilities were great.”
John
Ireland Ireland
“Breakfast was very good - staff & service excellent”
Rod
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Classy, spacious, clean and the staff were all exceptional.”
Marc
Luxembourg Luxembourg
“the location, the calm, the friendliness of the staff.”
Katalin
Hungary Hungary
“Beautiful hotel, very kind staff, everything was perfect. The room was very clean, it cleaned up twice a day.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

3 restaurants on site
The Rose Garden
  • Cuisine
    International
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free
Il Gallo D'oro
  • Cuisine
    International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free
The Blue Lagoon
  • Open for
    Lunch

House rules

The Cliff Bay - PortoBay takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 04:30 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 40 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 40 per child, per night
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 80 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that for reservations under the condition "Pay at the property - no prepayment needed ", the total amount of the reservation must be paid at the check-in.

Please note that the credit card used to make the payment of the reservation must be from one of the guests staying in the room. If this is not the case, please contact the hotel prior to the check-in date.

Please note that all guests, adults and children, staying at the property must show a valid identity card or passport with photo, or equivalent document (e.g. birth certificate). Minors not accompanied by their parents must have a declaration or authorization to stay, issued by the holder of rights of custody.

Please note that half board rates includes set menu (3 course) dinner and drinks are not included.

Half Board and Full Board rates include a special dinner on 24 December and 31 December.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Cliff Bay - PortoBay in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

When booking half board, please note that drinks are not included.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

License number: 6699/RNET