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
(17 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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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

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

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)

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

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

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

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
(9 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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

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

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

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
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About the area

Located in Funchal, The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay is on the waterfront. CR7 Museum and Centro Cultural da Quinta Magnólia are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Centro Comercial Forum Madeira and Plaza Madeira. Traveling with kids? Consider Lido Bathing Complex, 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
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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 - 1.6 km
  • Lido Bathing Complex
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Madeira Casino
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Funchal Marina
    4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • CR7 Museum
    4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC)
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Os Arcos Restaurant
    10 min walk
  • Local
    6 min walk
  • Avista Asia
    1 min walk
  • Villa Cipriani
    1 min walk
  • Monumental Bar
    6 min walk

About this property

The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay

  • Luxury family-friendly hotel by the ocean
  • CR7 Museum and Funchal Marina are located near The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay, which provides a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden. Treat yourself to a facial, a detox wrap, or Ayurvedic treatments 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
    • An outdoor tennis court, self parking (surcharge), and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
    • Babysitting (surcharge), concierge services, and a reception hall
    • Meeting rooms, a gift shop, and massage treatment rooms
    • 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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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 Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay on Nov 1, 2026 start from CA $542, excluding 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 41 per room applies.

Where is The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay located?

This family-friendly Funchal hotel is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Centro Cultural da Quinta Magnólia, CR7 Museum, and Funchal Marina. Lido Bathing Complex and Estádio do Marítimo are also within 15 minutes.

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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Reviews

The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 852 out of 966 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 966 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 966 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 966 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 966 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel with excellent friendly service
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We cannot fault this hotel at all. Fantastic facilities, very helpful and friendly staff in all areas. We leave today and have already booked our return.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay and fantastic Service and hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The rooms were large and the balcony had a nice sea view. The amenities are tired and can be refreshed or renovated. The staff were excellent and very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location with direct access to the sea. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive. The rooms are beautiful and breakfast buffet has a wide selection to choose from. Overall highly recommend this hotel for a relaxing break and treat for something special.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Second time we’ve stayed at this hotel! Would stay again. Clean with everything you need. Buffet breakfast is incredible. Views are top notch. Staff is helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent hotel, ideally located with fantastic amenities and direct sea access
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a wonderful stay at this hotel! Lovely property is a great location walkable down to town. Our room was spacious and had a beautiful view! All our meals were delicious and the staff friendly. My favorite part was the selection of gorgeous places to sit by sea and ease to go for a swim in the refreshing water.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely hotel amazing food very helpful staff. Lovely pool areas.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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Great room, great service and very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location and a very beautiful rose garden for breakfast and lovely dinners. Rooms are large, but a little older; however, still very nice. The hotel food and drinks are VERY expensive. We are from the United States, and you can expect prices as much as New York City and Los Angeles for food and drinks. The staff was mostly friendly but not over-the-top accommodating. Morning staff at breakfast seemed irritable, and the front desk was hit or miss with friendliness
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic hotel and stay. All staff members were extremely friendly and helpful. I was even surprised with a cake on my birthday :). The hotel bars and breakfast were all great. There are many restaurants within walking distance and there are also several restaurants at the hotel although I did not visit those. The pools are very nice, the ocean access is great for an island with few beaches, and the ocean views are lovely. There is music every night at the bar and plenty to do at the hotel! The room itself was very clean and refreshed frequently. This is a 5 star hotel for a reason
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing views!!! Beautiful
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room. Amazing food. Excellent spa.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a great time at the Cliff Bay! We absolutely enjoyed every minute of our stay there. From a birthday celebration at Avista restaurant to our rooms' comfort and stunning views to delicious buffet breakfast every morning to spending time at the pool. No little detail was spared and the quality of service was superb. The staff made sure we had a great time and had everything we needed. We will definitely stay at this property again when we come back to Madeira. Thank you for your hospitality!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

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I travelled here with my two children Breakfast was great Pool area great Food at their restaurants was pretty sub par/overpriced but deserts were good Hotel staff were knocking on door for water/house cleaning very early 8/9am - it was really annoying as we were sleeping - Also would knock on door when my kids were sleeping at 9:30pm asking for turndown service Staff are pleasant it just seems overpriced Rooms outdated View incredible though
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent staff. Excellent location, excellent breakfast, excellent amenities, everything excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful, access to the ocean, great location, great staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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Hotel was great. Very friendly staff. Food was good at all restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful hotel at top end of Madeira. Spotlessly clean, friendly staff and good breakfast.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing hotel, great location and water view Great dinning option