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Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria

4.0 star property
Adults-only hotel with free breakfast and bars

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Hotel Porto Santa Maria in Old Town Funchal offers a tranquil garden setting. Guests enjoy a complimentary breakfast buffet and can dine at the on-site restaurant. The property features indoor and outdoor pools, plus spa services including massages and manicures/pedicures.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym

Room options

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Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Shower/tub combination
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, Sea View | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Suite, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Studio, Partial Sea View | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Studio, Partial Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Shower/tub combination
  • 24 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Shower/tub combination
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Studio, Sea View | View from room

Studio, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Shower/tub combination
  • 24 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Twin Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Superior Twin Room, Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bidet
  • 24 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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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 - 0.2 miles
  • Town Square - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Funchal Marina - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • CR7 Museum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Madeira Botanical Garden - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Madeira Story Center - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bar Number 2 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Estrela do Mar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Banana's Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taberna Madeira - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria

Upscale eco-certified hotel near CR7 Museum
A free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna, and indulge in a manicure/pedicure, a massage, or a facial. The on-site restaurant, Arsenal, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool
  • Bike rentals, self parking (surcharge), and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Smoke-free premises, an elevator, and a billiards/pool table
  • Multilingual staff, 1 meeting room, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and walkable location
Room features
All 146 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with bidets and shower/tub combinations
  • 44-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • LED light bulbs, refrigerators, and cookware/dishes/utensils

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.

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
  • Covered self parking on site (EUR 10 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Arsenal

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 840 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 2000
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 44-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
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 younger than 16 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 16 and older are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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 31.50 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 10 per day

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.
Property Registration Number 6705

We should mention

Guests under 16 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is 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 Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Is Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria?

Self parking is available for EUR 10 per day.

What time is check-in at Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 31.50 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria located?

Located in Old Town Funchal, this eco-certified hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sao Tiago Beach and CR7 Museum. Fort of Sao Tiago and Funchal-Monte Teleferico are just steps away.

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