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The Cliff Bay

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants and full-service spa

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool
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Double or Twin Room, Sea View | View from room
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar

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

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Double or Twin Room, Bay View (Funchal Bay) | View from room

Double or Twin Room, Bay View (Funchal Bay)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Bidet
Separate bath and shower
Minibar
  • 30 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, Sea View | View from room

Junior Suite, Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Bidet
Separate bath and shower
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Bidet
Separate bath and shower
Minibar
  • 30 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View | View from room

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Bidet
Separate bath and shower
  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Family Room, 1 Bedroom, City View | View from room

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Bidet
Separate bath and shower
  • 42 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Double or Twin Room, Sea View | View from room

Double or Twin Room, Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Bidet
Separate bath and shower
Minibar
  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Suite, Sea View | View from room

Suite, Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Bidet
Separate bath and shower
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View | View from room

Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Bidet
Separate bath and shower
Minibar
  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Double Room Single Use, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Bidet
Separate bath and shower
Minibar
  • 30.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Standard Double or Twin Room | View from room

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Bidet
Separate bath and shower
Minibar
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Twin Room, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Bidet
Separate bath and shower
Minibar
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

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About the area

Funchal

A luxury stay in Funchal awaits you at The Cliff Bay. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Lido Bathing Complex and Barreiros Stadium. Highlights at this family-friendly hotel include 3 restaurants, a full-service spa and an outdoor swimming pool. .A relaxing day at Spa at The Cliff Bay can include hot stone massages, detox wraps and body wraps along with aromatherapy and Ayurvedic treatments. The restaurant, Il Gallo d'Oro, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, gym, outdoor tennis court and Hot tub. 646 square feet (60 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Other amenities include free WiFi in public areas, a sauna and a kids' swimming pool. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 5-property class Funchal hotel include CR7 Museum and Funchal Farmers Market.

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

  • Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo) - 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

Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants and full-service spa
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 centre and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 646 square feet (60 square metres) and includes conference space. An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot 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
  • Conference 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 members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
The Cliff Bay offers 202 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. 43-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, dressing gowns, bidets and complimentary toiletries. This Funchal hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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 programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English, French, German, Portuguese

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
  • Area shuttle up to 3 km
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

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

Restaurants on site

  • Il Gallo d'Oro
  • The Blue Lagoon
  • The Rose Garden

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 646 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 8 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily

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

More

  • 9 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Building
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 43-inch Smart TV with cable channels

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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability

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
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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 40.0 per night.

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
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

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

What is the cancellation policy at The Cliff Bay?

The Cliff Bay offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cliff Bay?

As of 16 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cliff Bay on 5 June 2024 start from AU$618.74, 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 The Cliff Bay?

Yep, The Cliff Bay has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Cliff Bay?

The closest beach to The Cliff Bay is Palmeiras Beach (13.7 km).

Is there a spa on site at The Cliff Bay?

Yep, Spa at The Cliff Bay is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as hot stone massages.

Does The Cliff Bay have a pool?

Take your pick from an outdoor pool, an indoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at The Cliff Bay?

The Cliff Bay features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and an indoor pool.

Is The Cliff Bay family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities like a children's pool and babysitting services, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise The Cliff Bay is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Cliff Bay?

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 The Cliff Bay?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 3 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Cliff Bay?

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

Are pets allowed at The Cliff Bay?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Cliff Bay Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 733 out of 828 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 828 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 828 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 828 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 828 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

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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Ana

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

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Winter sunshine idyll
Very good, professional, friendly staff, great facilities and great food.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Magical stay
Beautiful hotel and gardens. Wonderful staff, very friendly and helpful. Food was excellent and the breakfast buffet had a huge choice. Very clean, quiet and restful. Will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023