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Located on the Funchal seafront, this hotel offers panoramic views over the Atlantic. It provides rooms with kitchenettes and balconies, 2 pools and a spa center with spa bath and sauna. The spacious rooms at Hotel Porto Santa Maria are fitted with flat-screen TVs with cable channels. They all include private furnished balconies, a kitchenette and marble bathrooms with bathtubs. The Arsenal Restaurant serves à la carte and buffet meals, and there is a bar featuring live evening entertainment. The generous daily breakfast can be enjoyed on the garden terrace. Porto Santa Maria hotel is located next to the gondola elevator for Monte. It is a 7-minute walk from central Funchal, where guests can find many cafes and shops. The staff can help plan excursions to World Heritage Laurisilva forests. Hotel Porto Santa Maria is 30 minutes’ drive from Madeira Airport. An airport transfer is available upon request and at an extra cost. Free on-site parking is available at the hotel.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Funchal, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.8

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

Breakfast Info

Buffet

Private parking at the hotel


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.1
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.8
Free Wifi
8.8
High score for Funchal
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • David
    United States of America United States of America
    Breakfast was outstanding and well organized. Location near the old town, busses, cable cars and a huge choice of quality restaurants.
  • Mimi
    United States of America United States of America
    We loved the way we had ability to choose where to sit for breakfast. The entertainment in the bar was great in the evenings. The location can't be beat. We loved being able to see cats from our terrace, although a grounds keeper had a hawk, and...
  • Carlos
    United States of America United States of America
    As at all the PortoBay hotels I have stayed in on both sides of the Atlantic, the amenities were first-rate. The bed was great and the sheets of great quality. The room was spacious and had a nice balcony overlooking a park. It´s also an added...
  • Gail
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very friendly staff. Ideal location to walk into Funchal but very quiet once in the hotel.
  • Joachim
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loved the suite room with direct ocean view! Staff was very friendly, pool facilities really good and also tasty food! Hotel is adults only which is also a big plus
  • Jamie
    France France
    Hotel Porto Santa Maria is a very well-thought-out and comfortable adult only hotel. The location is perfect in Funchal - at the beach, next to the Monte Funicular, adjacent to the old town, near many restaurants, within walking distance to the...
  • Raquel
    Israel Israel
    Great hotel,well located . Staff very friendly and helpful
  • Julia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    loved the location by the old town. rooms were clean and we had a beautiful sea view. lovely pool terrace.
  • Alan
    United States of America United States of America
    Wonderful service. Covid precautions made the hotel stay. Same for Madeira. Hotel very helpful in arranging for Covid test to return to US.
  • Jennifer
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room 27 on the Ground Floor was superb, we had Room 23 last year and both were great with access to the garden and pool from the balcony gate. Walking with a stick made life for me much easier. Breakfast and dinner both excellent and the staff...

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Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Arsenal
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Ambience
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Amenities of Hotel Porto Santa Maria - PortoBay - Adults Only
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free Wifi
  • Private Parking
  • Spa
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
Outdoors
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Kitchenware
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Pool table
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is needed) and costs € 10 per day.
  • Parking garage
Services
  • Shuttle service
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service
Safety & security
  • Safe
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 – indoorFree!
    Pool 2 – outdoorFree!
      Spa
      • Beach umbrellas
      • Beach chairs/Loungers
      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Massage
        Additional charge
      • Spa
      • Fitness center
      • Sauna
        Additional charge
      Languages Spoken
      • English
      • Portuguese

      House rules
      Hotel Porto Santa Maria - PortoBay - Adults Only takes special requests – add in the next step!

      Check-in
      From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
      Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
      Check-out
      From 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM
      Cancellation/ prepayment
      Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
      Children & Beds

      Child policies

      Children not allowed.

      Crib and extra bed policies

      Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

      Age restriction
      The minimum age for check-in is 18
      Pets
      Pets are not allowed.
      Groups
      When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
      Accepted payment methods
      American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubCash

      The fine print
      Must-know information for guests at this property

      Please note that the hotel, only accepts reservations for guests over 16 years old.

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

      Half board rates on 24 December and 31 December include a special dinner. Extra guests will be charged separately.

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

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

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

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

      License number: 6705/RNET

      FAQs about Hotel Porto Santa Maria - PortoBay - Adults Only

      • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

      • The nearest beach is 350 feet from Hotel Porto Santa Maria - PortoBay - Adults Only. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • Guests staying at Hotel Porto Santa Maria - PortoBay - Adults Only can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.4).

        Breakfast option(s) include:

        • Buffet
      • The prices at Hotel Porto Santa Maria - PortoBay - Adults Only may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

      • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Hotel Porto Santa Maria - PortoBay - Adults Only on this page.

      • Room options at Hotel Porto Santa Maria - PortoBay - Adults Only include:

        • Studio
        • Suite
      • Hotel Porto Santa Maria - PortoBay - Adults Only is 2,600 feet from the center of Funchal. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • Hotel Porto Santa Maria - PortoBay - Adults Only offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

        • Spa
        • Fitness center
        • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
        • Sauna
        • Massage
        • Pool table
        • Bicycle rental
        • Swimming pool
      • Check-in at Hotel Porto Santa Maria - PortoBay - Adults Only is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

      • Hotel Porto Santa Maria - PortoBay - Adults Only has 1 restaurant:

        • Arsenal