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PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only

Property class: 4

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An outdoor restaurant with wicker furniture, tiled flooring, and hanging plants.
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A circular hot tub with steps leading up to it, surrounded by blue-tiled walls and a skylight above.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$630
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct

Explore the area

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Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades, Madeirenses 50, Funchal, 9060-190
  • Place, Funchal Farmers Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Funchal-Monte Teleferico
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Funchal Marina
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk with a chair, a sofa, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Studio, Partial Sea View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, chairs, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

Studio, Partial Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite

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

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Studio, Sea View

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

Studio, Sea View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Suite, Sea View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a sofa, a coffee table, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

Suite, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, Sea View

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

Superior Twin Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds

Room

  • Sleeps 10

Room

  • Sleeps 4

Room

  • Sleeps 4

About the area

Funchal

PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only puts you in the heart of Funchal, within steps of Sao Tiago Beach and Fort of Sao Tiago. Highlights at this hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include massages, facials and mani/pedis. The restaurant, Arsenal, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, gym and sauna as well as access to bike hire. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning a free buffet breakfast is served. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Near this 4-property class Old Town Funchal hotel, you'll find Funchal Marina.

What's nearby

  • Funchal Farmers Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Funchal-Monte Teleferico - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Se Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Praca do Municipio - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Funchal Marina - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Comtradições - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Madeira Story Center - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bar Number 2 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Banana's Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Raiz quadrada - ‬4 min walk

About this property

PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only

PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only offers its guests an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this hotel measures 840 square feet (78 square metres) and includes conference space. Spa services, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Funchal hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 146 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 840 sq ft of conference space
  • 78 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2000
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only offers 146 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bathrobes. 44-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, slippers, bidets and complimentary toiletries. This Funchal hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and blackout curtains. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include facials and manicures and pedicures.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Covered parking on site (EUR 15 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

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.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 2000
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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 used
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • 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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 16 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 16 and older are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 31.50 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Covered self-parking fee: EUR 15 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and cash.

Property Registration Number 6705

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 16 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in 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

What is the cancellation policy at PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only?

PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only?

As of 28 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only on 29 Oct 2026 start from NZ$630, 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 parking available at PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only?

Yep, PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only has a covered self car park for EUR 15 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only?

Yep, PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only is a short 2-minute walk from Sao Tiago Beach.

Is there a spa on site at PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like facials.

Does PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only have a pool?

PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only has an outdoor pool and an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only?

PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only features an outdoor pool, an indoor pool and a sauna.

Is PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only family-friendly?

No, PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only is an adults-only property.

Does PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary buffet brekkie is available daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only?

Yep, you can grab a meal at PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only?

No, only service animals are allowed.

PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 359 out of 501 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 118 out of 501 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 501 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 501 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 501 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice breakfast, beautiful hotel areas both inside and outside. Location is supreme.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms and service. Guests skew quite old which was a bit comical as two younger travelers in our mid-20s surrounded by a sun toasted retirement community
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria is a gem. Location is perfect, right in a center of Old town, close to cable to the Monte Palace and Mercado. We had an ocean view, which was a nice upgrade. Breakfast has everything you can imagine with a very attentive staff and beautiful atmosphere. Rooms are very clean and spacious. Live music in the evening in a bar area. I would greatly recommend this hotel to the future visitors f Funchal.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very good hotel with an excellent breakfast and great amenities. The room we stayed in—located on the floor 0 felt a bit dated; upon entering, there was a noticeable stale odor. In the evenings, there is wonderful live music in the bar and a very pleasant atmosphere. It is an adults-only hotel, though I would say its 55+. I recommend it for a peaceful, relaxing getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the most wonderful experience with a sea view room. The staff were more than accommodating and the breakfast was amazing. We felt so pampered and can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Perfect location and facilities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely breakfast menu. Same as with usual visits but with the addition of omlette station and improved toasters as well as make your own coffee machines. Our room had a view, both of the pool abd sae, including harbour. Nice new sun loungers and parasols. Plenty of choice i=on cocktail menu. Cocktails really well made. Lovely gourmet dinner menus
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, wonderful staff, delicious breakfast
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay close to the old town restaurants
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I had a great stay. Perfect location to everything in Funchal.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was a great start to the day,a great variety of fruits & cooked food for everyone.The location was perfect,very close to shops transport & restaurants.I would recommend it, a great place to stay at.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, staff and clean
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I loved the location, close to the Botanical Garden cable car and numerous restaurants, the pool area is lovely too
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was excellent so many options to choose from. We ate in the restaurant a few nights for dinner once again amazing choice and quality of food served. All of the staff were attentive and very pleasant. Would most definitely recommend this as a destination.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic hotel with friendly staff, spotlessly clean and right on the sea front
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful well maintained establishment… friendly staff and right in the middle of everything… would stay there again in a second!
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the location,
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stay at the Porto Bay twice a year and the breakfasts have never let the hotel down. Plenty of hot and cold choices including pastries and various fresh fruits. The stafff are wonderful. They're so attentive a you can linger as long as you want, over ample cups of coffee
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, great location no one can beat…next to the park, so close to the Market, restaurants, the ropeway to the Monte and right in the center.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly welcome and was also upgraded to a superior sea view room, which was clean and well-equipped, with a kitchen. Location was perfect at the quiet end of the front and close to the cable car station to Monte. Car parking in the basement was very handy and leaving it there after checkout was no problem. Breakfast was very pleasant and we also had a drink in the Captain’s bar outside later, again excellent service and a nice ambience. Would definitely book here again if we were staying over in Funchal.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding hotel and location. Great pool area and outdoor seating. Breakfast was good with a decent variety of food options.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and and in spite of being centrally located, very quiet and nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant overall experience 👍🙏
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is right on the water. Its beautiful and clean. The pool and lounge area is clean and set up very well. Breakfast was wonderful. Everyone on staff was helpful and friendly. Excellent hotel!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025