Portobay Santa Maria - Adults Only Hotel (Funchal (Madeira), PT) from 207 £/night

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Portobay Santa Maria - Adults Only Hotel - Funchal (Madeira)

Avenida Do Mar E Das Comunidades, Funchal (Madeira), Portugal, 9050-029·View on map

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Overall Score

Perfect

9.1Perfect

Location9.8

Cleanliness9.5

Comfort9.5

Staff9.4

Facilities9.2

Who stays here

Couples77%

Families11%

Groups9%

Solo3%

Overview

Overall Score

Perfect

9.1Perfect

Location9.8

Cleanliness9.5

Comfort9.5

Staff9.4

Facilities9.2

Who stays here

Couples77%

Families11%

Groups9%

Solo3%

4-star adults-only hotel on Funchal seafront with rooftop Jacuzzi and ocean views

Accommodations & Rooms

Porto Santa Maria offers 158 rooms, each with a private furnished balcony and a kitchenette equipped with two hotplates, a fridge, and a kettle. Marble bathrooms with bathtubs and Rituals toiletries are standard. Rooms on higher floors provide panoramic Atlantic views, while some overlook the pool or park.

Dining & Entertainment

The Arsenal Restaurant serves a buffet breakfast on the garden terrace and themed dinner buffets, including a weekly gourmet à la carte night. The Captain's Bar offers half-price Happy Hour daily from 5 PM to 6 PM, along with live music performances every evening. Guests can also use a discount for on-site dining through the Prestige loyalty programme.

Wellness & Pools

A rooftop Jacuzzi with exclusive views of Funchal's harbor and the Atlantic Ocean is accessible to all guests. The hotel has two swimming pools - one indoor heated pool and one outdoor pool - plus a spa centre with sauna, steam bath, and treatments inspired by ESPA techniques. A fitness centre, bicycle rental, and billiards table are also available.

Location & Activities

Portobay Santa Maria - Adults Only Hotel Funchal sits on the seafront in the historic Old Town, a 2-minute walk from São Tiago Beach and directly next to the gondola lift for Monte. The Funchal Toy Museum and many restaurants are within walking distance. Reception staff can book excursions to the World Heritage Laurisilva forests or arrange car hire.

Services & Comforts

The hotel provides a 24-hour front desk with multilingual staff, airport shuttle (surcharge), and private parking for €10 per day. Guests receive complimentary beach towels and can use the luggage storage after checkout. The Portobay Prestige loyalty scheme gives returning guests discounts on food and drinks.

Location: Seafront in Funchal's Old Town, 2-minute walk to São Tiago Beach
Rooms: Private balconies with sea views, kitchenettes, and marble bathrooms
Dining: The Arsenal Restaurant with themed buffets and gourmet night
Wellness: Rooftop Jacuzzi with ocean and harbor views, two pools, ESPA spa
Entertainment: Daily live music, half-price Happy Hour at Captain's Bar
Ideal for: Adults-only couples and wellness travelers

Licence number: 6705/RNET

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 14:00-23:59

from 07:00-12:00

Amenities

Public parking is possible on site for free.

Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.

Other information

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room. There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Building

Number of rooms:145

Former name

hotel porto santa maria - portobay - adults only

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Rooms and availability

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King Suite

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

2 Single beds

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Suite

Max:

3 persons
Bed options:

2 Single beds

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Junior Suite

Max:

3 persons
Bed options:

2 Single beds1 King-size bed

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Parking

On-site car park

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Billiard tables

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Laundry
Dry cleaning

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Garden area
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Jacuzzi
Massage

Room view

Sea view
Garden view
Partial View

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

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Essential information about Portobay Santa Maria - Adults Only Hotel

💵 Lowest room price	207 £
📏 Distance to centre	900 m
✈️ Distance to airport	17.1 km
🧳 Nearest airport	Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International, FNC

Location

Avenida Do Mar E Das Comunidades, Funchal (Madeira), Portugal, 9050-029

Address

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Avenida Do Mar E Das Comunidades, Funchal (Madeira), Portugal, 9050-029

Map view

Avenida Do Mar E Das Comunidades, Funchal (Madeira), Portugal, 9050-029

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Park

Madeira Botanical Garden

2.1 km

Airport

CR7 Museum

1.5 km

Church

Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption

940 m

Museum

Manor Estate of the Crosses Museum

1.6 km

Landmark

Marina do Funchal

1.3 km

Landmark

Frederico de Freitas Museum

1.4 km

Garden

Monte Palace Tropical Garden

3.1 km

Museum

Sacred Art Museum of Funchal

930 m

Church

Convento de Santa Clara 15

1.5 km

Garden

Pregetter s Orchid Garden

1.2 km

Landmark

Blandy's Wine Lodge

1.1 km

Landmark

Funchal's Museum of Natural History

1.3 km

Museum

Museu A Cidade do Acucar

630 m

Landmark

Colegio dos Jesuitas do Funchal

1.0 km

Market

Farmers' Market

500 m

Museum

Madeira Story Center

270 m

N0 39 Rua Latino Coelho 20 Floor

Funchal Toy Museum

360 m

Rua Portao de Sao Tiago 21

St. Tiago Fort

190 m

Rua de Santa Maria & Rua D Carlos I

Zona Velha

90 m

Museum

Museum of Electricity

380 m

Church

Igreja do Socorro

240 m

Rua Visconde Anadia 44

Madeira Embroidery Museum IBTAM

470 m

Gallery

MA Gallery

60 m

Rua Santa Maria

Santa Maria Street

100 m

Museum

Museu de Arte Contemporanea

110 m

Gallery

Henrique and Francisco Franco Museum

580 m

Gallery

Caravel Art Center

270 m

Rua Latino Coelho 39 Armazem do Mercado

Lillie Ceramics

280 m

Rua Hospital Velho 28 & Rua Latino Coelho 39

Armazem do Mercado

300 m

Gallery

Restock Galeria Gallery

310 m

Restaurant

O Portao

40 m

Restaurant

Estrela do Mar

60 m

Restaurant

Arsenal

10 m

Restaurant

Restaurante Chines Grande Muralha

30 m

Restaurant

Restaurante Internacional Sao Jose

40 m

Restaurant

Bistro a Tartaruga

20 m

Restaurant

Pizzaria Xaramba

10 m

Restaurant

La Ao Fundo

80 m

Restaurant

Pizzaria Italiana Xarambhina

40 m

Restaurant

Restaurante O Tapassol Terrace

90 m

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FAQ about Portobay Santa Maria - Adults Only

What popular attractions are closest to Hotel Porto Santa Maria - Portobay - Adults Only?

Guests of Hotel Porto Santa Maria - Portobay - Adults Only can visit Madeira Story Center Museum (just a 5-minute walk from the accommodation), or the open Farmers' Market placed 6 minutes' walk away.

What is the nearest airport to the hotel?

Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International airport lies within 20 km of the hotel and is reachable with an 18-minute drive.

Is airport shuttle provided by the hotel?

Bus shuttle which will take you to the hotel with an 18-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.

Does the Hotel Porto Santa Maria - Portobay - Adults Only hotel have a car parking on site?

Yes, guests of the Hotel Porto Santa Maria - Portobay - Adults Only hotel can take advantage of public parking on site.

Can I have lunch or dinner next to the 4-star Hotel Porto Santa Maria - Portobay - Adults Only hotel?

Restaurants near the 4-star Hotel Porto Santa Maria - Portobay - Adults Only hotel include Spot Garden Cafe (about 5 minutes' walk away) offering reasonable prices as well as Taberna Ruel (5 minutes' walk from the property) with medium prices.

Does Hotel Porto Santa Maria - Portobay - Adults Only hotel serve breakfast?

Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily on the garden terrace of Hotel Porto Santa Maria - Portobay - Adults Only hotel.

What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the hotel?

Guests of the hotel can check in from 14:00 to 23:59 and check out from 07:00.

How much does a room at the Hotel Porto Santa Maria - Portobay - Adults Only cost?

The price for a room in the Hotel Porto Santa Maria - Portobay - Adults Only starts at $203.

What payment methods are available in the Hotel Porto Santa Maria - Portobay - Adults Only hotel?

At the Hotel Porto Santa Maria - Portobay - Adults Only hotel, guests can pay using сash, American Express, and Visa as well as other payment methods.

What are the room types offered by the Hotel Porto Santa Maria - Portobay - Adults Only?

The Hotel Porto Santa Maria - Portobay - Adults Only provides such room types as Junior Suite, Standard Room, and King Studio.

Which facilities are included in the rooms at the hotel?

Most rooms of the hotel include a balcony and a terrace as well as a safe provided for guests' security.

What are the spa options at the hotel?

Pampering amenities in the hotel include a Jacuzzi, a sauna, and an indoor pool.

Is swimming pool available at the Hotel Porto Santa Maria - Portobay - Adults Only?

Yes, the Hotel Porto Santa Maria - Portobay - Adults Only features a swimming pool.