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The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay

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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.8

Exceptional

Clifftop sanctuary in Funchal

Perched on a cliffside with direct ocean access, this stunning resort features multiple pools and an elevator to the sea. Michelin-starred cuisine awaits at Avista Mediterranean restaurant with breathtaking bay views. Guests can retreat to the relaxing spa or soak in the indoor-outdoor pool.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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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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About the neighborhood

Located in Funchal, The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay is on the waterfront. Centro Cultural da Quinta Magnólia and Lido Bathing Complex are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Centro Comercial Forum Madeira and Plaza Madeira. Traveling with kids? Consider CR7 Museum, or check out an event or a game at Estádio do Marítimo. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours. Visit our Funchal travel guide
Map
Estrada Monumental 147, Funchal, 9004-532

What's nearby

  • A modern building with a palm tree, red pillars, and outdoor seating.
    Centro Comercial Forum Madeira
    3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Lido Bathing Complex
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Madeira Casino
    19 min walk - 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

  • Luxury family-friendly hotel by the ocean
  • You can look forward to a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden at The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay. Treat yourself to a hot stone massage, a manicure/pedicure, or a body wrap at Spa at The Cliff Bay, the onsite spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a Michelin star rated meal. In addition to a playground and a hair salon, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool
    • Bike rentals, an outdoor tennis court, and self parking (surcharge)
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and a billiards/pool table
    • Smoke-free premises, a gift shop, and multilingual staff
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 202 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
  • More amenities include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and free cribs/infant beds
    • Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and bidets
    • 43-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
    • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks

Awards and affiliations

  • Sustainability Certifications
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education). For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay?

As of Aug 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay on Sep 1, 2026 start from $502, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for EUR 15 per day. Extended parking is available for EUR 10 per day.

What time is check-in at The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay?

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

What time is check-out at The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay?

Check-out is at noon.

Does The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 33.50 per room applies.

Where is The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay located?

This family-friendly Funchal hotel is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Centro Cultural da Quinta Magnólia and Lido Bathing Complex. CR7 Museum and Ponta Gorda Bathing Complex are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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