The Cliff Bay - PortoBay
The Cliff Bay - PortoBay, Funchal offers world-class service, panoramic Atlantic Ocean views, and exceptional amenities for a memorable stay.
Perched gracefully atop a natural peninsula, The Cliff Bay - PortoBay in Funchal welcomes guests with panoramic Atlantic Ocean views and exclusive private sea access.
Each guest room is thoughtfully appointed with twin queen-size beds, an en suite marble bathroom, and an LCD cable TV. A private veranda with a table and chairs in every room provides inviting views of the hotel’s serene gardens or the captivating Bay of Funchal.
Dining at The Cliff Bay is a culinary journey with three distinct restaurants. This includes the acclaimed 2-Michelin star Il Gallo d'Oro, where guests can savor aromatic Mediterranean and Iberian cuisine. For lighter fare or a refreshing drink, several on-site cafés and bars offer relaxing settings.
Beyond the culinary delights, the hotel features top-tier spa and wellness facilities, ensuring a rejuvenating experience. Guests can also enjoy direct, private access to the sea, tennis courts, a games room, and a quiet library.
The hotel is conveniently located just a 5-minute drive from Funchal’s vibrant center and a 20-minute drive from Madeira Airport. An airport shuttle service is available upon request.
Spa facilities at this hotel
Pool 1 - indoor Free!
- Open all year
Pool 3 - outdoor (kids) Free!
- Suitable for kids
Wellness
- Kids' pool
- Fitness
- Spa/wellness packages
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Hair styling
- Hair colouring
- Hair cut
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- Sun umbrellas
- Hammam
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
- Fitness centre
- Sauna
Guest reviews· 9.4/10 (678)
The Cliff Bay - PortoBay consistently receives high praise from guests, who frequently highlight its exceptional quality and prime location. Many reviewers lauded the hotel for its comfortable, spacious, and relaxing atmosphere, often emphasizing the spectacular cliffside views as a significant draw for unwinding and escaping a busy mind. Its position in Funchal is also repeatedly commended as an excellent base for exploring Madeira.
A recurring theme in guest feedback is the outstanding service provided by the staff, described as "kind" and "friendly." This, coupled with the hotel's high-end amenities, contributes to a overwhelmingly positive experience. While specific details about the spa, wellness center, and special diet menus were mentioned, the overarching sentiment points to a hotel that excels in providing a luxurious and welcoming environment for both individuals and families.
What guests rated
- Cleanliness
- 9.7
- Staff
- 9.5
- Location
- 9.6
- Comfort
- 9.7
- Value for money
- 8.7
- Wi-Fi
- 9.3
- Breakfast
- 9.8
Most popular facilities
- 3 swimming pools
- Free WiFi
- Private parking
- Spa and wellness centre
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- 3 restaurants
- Bar
- Exceptional breakfast