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PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only

Property class: 4
4-star adults-only hotel near Funchal Marina

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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.
A resort with a pool area, palm trees, and a view of cruise ships in the background.
A modern dining area with pendant lighting, framed artwork, and a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

APARTMENT STANDARD

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE GARDEN VIEW

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Funchal

Old Town Funchal stay.With a stay at this Old Town Funchal hotel, you'll be steps from Sao Tiago Beach and Fort of Sao Tiago. Funchal-Monte Teleferico and Complexo Balnear Barreirinha are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Funchal Farmers Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Funchal-Monte Teleferico - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Se Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Praca do Municipio - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Funchal Marina - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC) - 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

4-star adults-only hotel near Funchal Marina
PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only offers its guests an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. 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 meters) 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 is multilingual
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only offers 146 accommodations with safes and bathrobes. 44-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, slippers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries. This Funchal hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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

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 15 per day)

Food and drink

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

Things to do

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 44-inch smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

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
  • 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
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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

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, 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
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, 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and cash.

Drinks are not included in rate plans that include meals.
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

How close is PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only to the airport?

PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only is 10.6 mi (16-min drive) away from the Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Sep 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only on Sep 12, 2026 start from $410, 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.

Does PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only have an airport shuttle?

PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of EUR 31.50 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only to the beach?

This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Sao Tiago Beach and 3-minute walk from Complexo Balnear Barreirinha. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only offer free breakfast?

PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only offers free buffet breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Madeira Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only?

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

Is there free parking at PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for EUR 15 per day.

Does PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only have a pool?

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

Does PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages, facials, and mani/pedis.

How close is PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only to downtown Funchal?

PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only is 1.2 mi away from Santa Maria Maior.

PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 355 out of 497 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 118 out of 497 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 497 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 497 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 497 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

Larisa

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

Leonid

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

Aleksandr

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

Verified traveler

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

Angela

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

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

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

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Jennifer

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

Peter Maurice

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

Joel

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

Magdy

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

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

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

Rhona

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

Marina

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

James

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

10/10 Excellent

Graham

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

Johanna

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

8/10 Good

Taiichi

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

Sharon

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

Carl

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

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Al

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

fern

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

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Knut

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

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