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The Cliff Bay

5.0 star property

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3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
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Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, aromatherapy
Garden
Lounge

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
$440
$418 nightly
$440 total
Total with taxes and fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25

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Estrada Monumental 147, Funchal, 9004-532
  • Place, Lido Bathing Complex
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, CR7 Museum
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Funchal Marina
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View

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

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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

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Double or Twin Room, Bay View (Funchal Bay)

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

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

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

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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

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Family Room, 1 Bedroom, City View

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

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Standard Double or Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Suite, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 527 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Double or Twin Room, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Twin Room, Partial Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Double Room Single Use, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Funchal

With a stay at The Cliff Bay in Funchal, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 5-minute drive of Funchal Marina and Centro Cultural da Quinta Magnólia. .This family-friendly hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Lido Bathing Complex and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Estádio do Marítimo.

What's nearby

  • Lido Bathing Complex - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Madeira Casino - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • CR7 Museum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Centro Comercial Forum Madeira - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Funchal Marina - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monumental Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Villa Cipriani - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mamma Mia by Giovanni - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Thai Funchal & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cliff Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Cliff Bay

The Cliff Bay offers 202 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. 43-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, irons/ironing boards, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An indoor pool, an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 202 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Enjoy international cuisine at Il Gallo d'Oro, one of the hotel's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar.
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Funchal? This hotel has 646 square feet (60 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Il Gallo d'Oro - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. 2-star Michelin rating.
The Rose Garden - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Open daily.
The Blue Lagoon - This beach restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch only. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

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
  • 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
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • 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
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 646 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • 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: anytime
Contactless check-in available

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 80.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 33.50 per room (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 80.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Drinks are not included in rate plans that include meals.

We should mention

A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 24
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31

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

The Cliff Bay Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 811 out of 915 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 915 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 915 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 915 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 915 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
The hotel was marvellous in every way and we will certainly be returning next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damir

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect in every aspect
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Lovely property but had unbelievable service in other hotels we stayed at. The Cliff Bay hotel the Staff couldn’t care if you were there or not. Very difficult to find pool staff , restaurant , poor recommendations from reception staff etc - often just did it ourselves. Very surprised as we are not demanding at all but For the premium price I expect premium service . The other hotels we stayed at couldn’t do enough for you . I thot it was important to share as I would want to know
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham John

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really exceptional hotel in an excellent but quiet location.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with lots of touches that elevated it- the flower displays are stunning, the staff are friendly, helpful and attentive. Breakfast was fabulous. We will be back !
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property and amenities. ‘Make dinner reservations early as restaurants fill.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Balvinder, Edmonton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was great. Very friendly staff. Food was good at all restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained, good location with amazing views and great service
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dalia

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property & amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nate

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cliff Bay - Top of the Line

Cliff Bay is an excellent hotel. The rooms, service, happy hour, breakfast, pool, spa… all great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

katiya

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jaz

Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely gorgeous and clean facilities, pools, rooms, and dining. I highly recommend the half board option, the food and service was impeccable. The staff was gracious enough to upgrade our room as a celebration for a HUGE job promotion I had just received (and the reason for my trip). Can’t recommend this place enough. The demographic is a bit older but my fiance and I expected this. The sites poolside were breathtaking and there were plenty of places to sit. Great wine selection and the menu at the main restaurant changed nightly making it so we never got bored. 10/10 Cliff Bay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JIM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Resturant was too expensive and charged for water.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher J Hart and Craig

Traveled with partner
Impeccable in every way!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025