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An outdoor dining area with wicker furniture, large glass windows, and a view of the ocean.
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A pathway leading to a building with balconies overlooking the ocean, surrounded by palm trees and well-maintained greenery.
A hotel with a pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the sea.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $538
$513 nightly
$538 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10

Explore the area

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Estrada Monumental 147, Funchal, 9004-532
  • Place, Lido Bathing Complex
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Funchal Marina
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, CR7 Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a large mirror, and a view of the sea through large windows.

Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Suite, Sea View

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a balcony with a view.

Junior Suite, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 527 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Bay View (Funchal Bay)

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

Double or Twin Room, Bay View (Funchal Bay)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, Bay View (Funchal Bay)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a laptop, a chair, a small table with a lamp, and a view of the sea.

Superior Double or Twin Room, Bay View (Funchal Bay)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, 1 Bedroom, City View

A hotel room with two beds, a sitting area with a table and chairs, and a balcony with a view of the mountains.

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, City View

  • City view
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a chair. There is a balcony with a view of buildings and trees.

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, Sea View

A modern living room with a sofa, ottoman, coffee table, and armchair. A large window offers a view of a city and hills.

Suite, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 527 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Sea View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the sea.

Double or Twin Room, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Twin Room, Partial Sea View

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a chair. There is a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

Twin Room, Partial Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room Single Use, Partial Sea View

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a chair. There is a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

Double Room Single Use, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

APARTMENT TWO BEDROOMS

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

APARTMENT CITY VIEW

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE BAY VIEW

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

Funchal

With a stay at The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay in Funchal, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 5-minute drive of Funchal Marina and Centro Cultural da Quinta Magnólia. .This family-friendly hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Lido Bathing Complex and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Estádio do Marítimo.

What's nearby

  • Lido Bathing Complex - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Madeira Casino - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Centro Comercial Forum Madeira - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Funchal Marina - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • CR7 Museum - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Os Arcos Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Monumental Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Villa Cipriani - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Avista Asia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Borracheiros - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay

The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay offers 202 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. 43-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, irons/ironing boards, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An indoor pool, an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Spa at The Cliff Bay has 8 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include hot stone massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and reflexology. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 202 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Enjoy international cuisine at Il Gallo d'Oro, one of the hotel's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar.
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Funchal? This hotel has 646 square feet (60 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Il Gallo d'Oro - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. 2-star Michelin rating. Open select days.
The Rose Garden - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Open daily.
The Blue Lagoon - This beach restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch only. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle up to 3 km
  • Covered self parking on site (EUR 15 per day)
  • Uncovered extended parking on site (EUR 10 per day)

Food and drink

  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Il Gallo d'Oro
  • The Blue Lagoon
  • The Rose Garden

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 646 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 8 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 80.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 33.50 per room (one-way)
  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 15 per day
  • Uncovered extended parking fee: EUR 10 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 80.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
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
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.

We should mention

A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 24
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31

Property is also known as

Bay Cliff
Cliff Bay
Cliff Bay Funchal
Cliff Bay Hotel
Cliff Bay Hotel Funchal
The Cliff Bay - Porto Bay Hotel Funchal
Cliff Bay Hotel Madeira
Cliff Bay Porto Funchal
The Cliff Bay (Porto Bay) Madeira/Funchal
The Cliff Bay Hotel
The Cliff Bay Funchal
The Cliff Bay Hotel Funchal

The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 846 out of 958 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 958 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 958 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 958 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 958 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel, ideally located with fantastic amenities and direct sea access
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, breakfast, views. Wish the gym opened before 7 am though.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Excellent facilities and spa treatments lovely
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Isobel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel amazing food very helpful staff. Lovely pool areas.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous hotel excellent breakfast, staff first class in every department, quality venue and location Avista restaurant wonderful experience.would definitely return
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sanjif

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and views were amazing, very relaxing place and very clean and cozy. We had a very relaxing stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an excellent hotel. We had an issue with our passports and they went above and beyond anything that could be expected to resolve it for us. You won't be disappointed staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tobias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room, great service and very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pure luxury in a fantastic location for exploring Funchal. Couldn't fault the hotel, everything was exquisite. We booked a superior room which meant we had a few extra perks (like having a separate breakfast restaurant with table service to name one) and the seam view balcony was huge. Overall we fully recommend the Cliff Bay
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fourth visit . Everything wonderful
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

stella elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was lovely with great view of Funchal Harbour. Room service breakfast every morning sitting on balcony was extremely relaxing. This was our second stay and we'll be back. Special mention and applause to chef and staff at Blue Lagoon restaurant on site by the pool.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Haydee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views!!! Beautiful
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Amazing food. Excellent spa.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ARPAD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good service, nice room, breakfast, perfect position
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Graham John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really exceptional hotel in an excellent but quiet location.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic resort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Amenities
The hotel was marvellous in every way and we will certainly be returning next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pashalis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff. Excellent location, excellent breakfast, excellent amenities, everything excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frances Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, friendly staff, great breakfast!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jaz

Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect in nearly every way.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was perfect the staff answered questions gave you great information and room was clean can’t wait to come back with kids and their kids
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Makenzie

Beautiful, access to the ocean, great location, great staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

OHIOS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay was very relaxing and peaceful. Everyone is different, but I would have preferred a buffet in the evening instead of a restricted section from a menu list. Overall, it wasn’t bad at all
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026