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The Cliff Bay

5.0 star property
Family-friendly 5-star hotel near CR7 Museum

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Food and drink
Family Room, 1 Bedroom, City View | View from room
Room service - dining
Exterior
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • Pool
  • Spa
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  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

Explore the area

Map
Estrada Monumental 147, Funchal, 9004-532
  • Popular LocationLido Bathing Complex9 min walk
  • Popular LocationCR7 Museum19 min walk
  • Popular LocationFunchal Farmers Market4 min drive
  • AirportFunchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo)22 min drive

Room options

Double or Twin Room, Bay View (Funchal Bay)

9.8/10 Exceptional
  • 323 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Sea View

10/10 Exceptional
  • 527 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Superior Double or Twin Room, Bay View (Funchal Bay)

10/10 Exceptional
  • 323 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

  • 452 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, City View

  • 452 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Double or Twin Room, Sea View

10/10 Exceptional
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Sea View

10/10 Exceptional
  • 527 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View

9.8/10 Exceptional
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room Single Use, Partial Sea View

9/10 Wonderful
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.8/10 Exceptional
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Twin Room, Partial Sea View

9.8/10 Exceptional
  • 323 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Funchal

Oceanside stay.Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Lido Bathing Complex and Barreiros Stadium. Madeira Casino and Santa Catarina Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Lido Bathing Complex - 9 min walk
  • Madeira Casino - 16 min walk
  • CR7 Museum - 19 min walk
  • Centro Comercial Forum Madeira - 2 min drive
  • Funchal Farmers Market - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pastelaria Petit Fours - 3 min walk
  • Os Arcos Restaurant - 10 min walk
  • Hole in One - 2 min walk
  • Tea Terrace at Reid's Palace - 3 min walk
  • Ristorante Villa Cipriani - 1 min walk

About this property

The Cliff Bay

Family-friendly 5-star hotel near CR7 Museum
The Cliff Bay offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor tennis court, and an indoor pool. There are 3 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 646 square feet (60 square meters) and includes conference space. An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a spa tub are also featured at the luxury The Cliff Bay. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Funchal hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 202 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • 646 sq ft of conference space
  • 60 sq m of conference space
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
The Cliff Bay offers 202 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. 43-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, bidets, and complimentary toiletries. This Funchal hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Spa at The Cliff Bay has 8 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include hot stone massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, French, German, Portuguese

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

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
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch Smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • 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: 2 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

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
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 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 80.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 40.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

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 33.50 per room (one-way)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 40.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 80.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted
Some rooms at this property are not suitable for children; please add child ages in the search parameters to display available rooms
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. Some rooms at this property are not suitable for children. Please add child ages in the search parameters to display available rooms. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Drinks are not included in rate plans that include meals.

Property is also known as

Bay Cliff
Cliff Bay
Cliff Bay Funchal
Cliff Bay Hotel
Cliff Bay Hotel Funchal
The Cliff Bay - Porto Bay Hotel Funchal
Cliff Bay Hotel Madeira
Cliff Bay Porto Funchal
The Cliff Bay (Porto Bay) Madeira/Funchal
The Cliff Bay Hotel
The Cliff Bay Funchal
The Cliff Bay Hotel Funchal

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Cliff Bay to the airport?

The Cliff Bay is 13.3 mi (23-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 The Cliff Bay?

As of May 24, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cliff Bay on Jun 4, 2024 start from $375.89, 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.

Does The Cliff Bay have an airport shuttle?

The Cliff Bay offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of EUR 33.50 per room, one-way.

How close is The Cliff Bay to the beach?

This hotel is 2 mi (9-min drive) from Formosa Beach and 2.1 mi (5-min drive) from Complexo Balnear Barreirinha. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Cliff Bay offer free breakfast?

The Cliff Bay does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Cliff Bay?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Madeira Casino (16-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Cliff Bay?

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

Is there free parking at The Cliff Bay?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Cliff Bay have a pool?

The Cliff Bay features an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool.

Does The Cliff Bay have a restaurant?

There are 3 onsite restaurants, offering options like international cuisine, a beachfront location, and ocean views.

Does The Cliff Bay have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Spa at The Cliff Bay, where you can enjoy Ayurvedic treatments, aromatherapy, and massages.

How close is The Cliff Bay to downtown Funchal?

The Cliff Bay is 0.9 mi away from São Martinho.

The Cliff Bay Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 733 out of 829 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 829 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 829 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Niall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic stay at this great hotel
Everything about the hotel is very stylish. The rooms are large and comfortable and have everything you need. At breakfast there is plenty of choice and plenty of helpful staff. Outside there are plenty of loungers and masses of space. Highly recommended.
View from our room
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Giuliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

janice, rochester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the Avista restaurant. Good and sea view were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matilda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Can’t wait to be back
Cliff Bay hotel was nothing short of amazing. We cried when we had to leave.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Opal G D

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the property, views, location, amenities, and most importantly, the staff for their professionalism, respectable, thoughtfulness, and kindness.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Myra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I cannot fault this hotel, immaculate, nothing was too much trouble. We visited for a special anniversary and we're thoroughly spoilt. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel, great location and water view Great dinning option