# 4 of 145 hotels in Funchal

Hotel Porto Santa Maria(4 stars)

Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades Madeirenses, nº 50 Funchal +351 291708750 book@portobay.pt Show map
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  • Quiet hotel (13)
    "Quiet hotel" found in 13 reviews
    • " Very nice, quiet hotel on the Promenade Right next to the old town and close to the center Very suitable for ... " 
      5.361111111111112
      April 2011
    • " Very nice, quiet hotel on the Promenade Right next to the old town and close to the center Very suitable for excursions on the island, as the bus station and the cable in the vicinity, so without a rental car. ... " 
      5.361111111111112
      April 2011
    • " Very recommendable hotel " 
      5.055555555555555
      July 2012
    • " The vacation in this hotel was very relaxing and we felt very much at ease . For the hikes the hotel was also well situated. The staff was polite and helpful. The rooms ( ... " 
      5.055555555555555
      July 2012
    • " Porto Santa Maria dream hotel on Madeira " 
      5.833333333333333
      August 2012
    • " We would anytime again to the Hotel Porto Santa Maria in Funchal go, a really wonderful hotel on the fantastic Island of Madeira. The encircling in the Pacific does what it promises, ... " 
      5.833333333333333
      August 2012
    • " ... location direct at the port next to the cable car and the old town. Nevertheless very quiet, although a bit noisy by the thin doors. The is however not a problem, since the house expressly family hotel you want to be. Especially we were delighted by the friendliness of the staff, without the ... " 
      5.291666666666667
      February 2012
    • " Again and again a pleasant stay " 
      5.875
      September 2011
    • " We were already for the fourth time in Porto Santa Maria, are again and again very satisfied . A new director brought fresh wind in the house, with various innovations was the, a great new ... " 
      5.875
      September 2011
    • " Nice Hotel in ugly terms Old Town " 
      5.402777777777779
      May 2011
    • " Good hotel in best location " 
      5.333333333333333
      December 2011
    • " great, simply great.. Great. Second to none. one falls from the quiet hotel in the beautiful, lively and charming old town. The whole city area is totally relaxed ... " 
      5.333333333333333
      December 2011
    • " ... heat and humidity begins, as everyone knows, the food steamed, very impressive became. Fresh fruit is offered, but little more attractive and modest ter variety. the breakfast all in all is a three star hotel justice, you have to say. the champagne on hand for breakfast may, depending on personal ... " 
      5.333333333333333
      December 2011
  • Well situated (5)
    "Well situated" found in 5 reviews
    • " The vacation in this hotel was very relaxing and we felt very much at ease. For the hikes the hotel was also well situated . The staff was polite and helpful. The rooms ( we had with a view of the sea) was big enough ... " 
      5.055555555555555
      July 2012
    • " Central location , the best starting point for shopping! " 
      5.5
      January 2012
    • " If you days of vacation spontaneous designed and no choice Restrictions would like, should only overnight accommodation with breakfast book. The central location within short walking distance of all needs to find. " 
      5.5
      January 2012
    • " The hotel enjoys a central location in the middle of the old town with its restaurants and shops, the port and the cable car to ... " 
      5.466666666666666
      August 2011
    • " Well-kept silent Hotel. Average age 50 +. The location is central (funicular " 
      5.402777777777779
      May 2011
  • The staff was polite (3)
    "The staff was polite" found in 3 reviews
    • " The vacation in this hotel was very relaxing and we felt very much at ease. For the hikes the hotel was also well situated. The staff was polite and helpful. The rooms ( we had with a view of the sea) was big enough and the furnishing was ... " 
      5.055555555555555
      July 2012
    • " Very good location of the hotel. Quiet and yet centrally located. The friendliness of the staff left something to be desired. When you enter the dining room weren't greeted, rather way. The ... " 
      5.444444444444444
      May 2011
    • " ... the old town. Nevertheless very quiet, although a bit noisy by the thin doors. The is however not a problem, since the house expressly family hotel you want to be. Especially we were delighted by the friendliness of the staff , without the intrusive would have worked. " 
      5.291666666666667
      February 2012

Hotel review overview

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Rating by categories

  • Hotel in general
    5.7
  • Room
    5.6
  • Service
    5.3
  • Location
    5.8
  • Gastronomy
    5.4
  • Sport
    5.1

Rating breakdown

  • Excellent
    36
  • Very Good
    2
  • Acceptable
    0
  • Poor
    0
  • Terrible
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Summary of guest reviews by categories

Hotel in general
  • " Very nice, quiet hotel on the Promenade Right next to the old town and close to the center Very suitable for ... "  Read more
    5.361111111111112
    April 2011
  • " Very nice, quiet hotel on the Promenade Right next to the old town and close to the center Very suitable for excursions on the island, as the bus station and the cable in the vicinity, so without a rental car. ... "  Read more
    5.361111111111112
    April 2011
  • " Very recommendable hotel "  Read more
    5.055555555555555
    July 2012
  • " The vacation in this hotel was very relaxing and we felt very much at ease. For the hikes the hotel was also well situated. The staff was polite and helpful. The rooms ( ... "  Read more
    5.055555555555555
    July 2012
  • " Porto Santa Maria dream hotel on Madeira "  Read more
    5.833333333333333
    August 2012
  • " We would anytime again to the Hotel Porto Santa Maria in Funchal go, a really wonderful hotel on the fantastic Island of Madeira. The encircling in the Pacific does what it promises, ... "  Read more
    5.833333333333333
    August 2012
  • " ... location direct at the port next to the cable car and the old town. Nevertheless very quiet, although a bit noisy by the thin doors. The is however not a problem, since the house expressly family hotel you want to be. Especially we were delighted by the friendliness of the staff, without the ... "  Read more
    5.291666666666667
    February 2012
  • " Again and again a pleasant stay "  Read more
    5.875
    September 2011
  • " We were already for the fourth time in Porto Santa Maria, are again and again very satisfied. A new director brought fresh wind in the house, with various innovations was the, a great new ... "  Read more
    5.875
    September 2011
  • " Nice Hotel in ugly terms Old Town "  Read more
    5.402777777777779
    May 2011
  • " Good hotel in best location "  Read more
    5.333333333333333
    December 2011
  • " great, simply great.. Great. Second to none. one falls from the quiet hotel in the beautiful, lively and charming old town. The whole city area is totally relaxed ... "  Read more
    5.333333333333333
    December 2011
  • " ... heat and humidity begins, as everyone knows, the food steamed, very impressive became. Fresh fruit is offered, but little more attractive and modest ter variety. the breakfast all in all is a three star hotel justice, you have to say. the champagne on hand for breakfast may, depending on personal ... "  Read more
    5.333333333333333
    December 2011
  • " The vacation in this hotel was very relaxing and we felt very much at ease. For the hikes the hotel was also well situated. The staff was polite and helpful. The rooms ( we had with a view of the sea) was big enough ... "  Read more
    5.055555555555555
    July 2012
  • " Central location, the best starting point for shopping! "  Read more
    5.5
    January 2012
  • " If you days of vacation spontaneous designed and no choice Restrictions would like, should only overnight accommodation with breakfast book. The central location within short walking distance of all needs to find. "  Read more
    5.5
    January 2012
  • " The hotel enjoys a central location in the middle of the old town with its restaurants and shops, the port and the cable car to ... "  Read more
    5.466666666666666
    August 2011
  • " Well-kept silent Hotel. Average age 50 +. The location is central (funicular "  Read more
    5.402777777777779
    May 2011
  • " Very good location of the hotel. Quiet and yet centrally located. The friendliness of the staff left something to ... "  Read more
    5.444444444444444
    May 2011
  • " great location -but every medal has two sides "  Read more
    4.6
    December 2011
  • " The vacation in this hotel was very relaxing and we felt very much at ease. For the hikes the hotel was also well situated. The staff was polite and helpful. The rooms ( we had with a view of the sea) was big enough and the furnishing was ... "  Read more
    5.055555555555555
    July 2012
  • " Very good location of the hotel. Quiet and yet centrally located. The friendliness of the staff left something to be desired. When you enter the dining room weren't greeted, rather way. The ... "  Read more
    5.444444444444444
    May 2011
  • " ... the old town. Nevertheless very quiet, although a bit noisy by the thin doors. The is however not a problem, since the house expressly family hotel you want to be. Especially we were delighted by the friendliness of the staff, without the intrusive would have worked. "  Read more
    5.291666666666667
    February 2012
  • " ... of ships (the, beautiful Idea!, directly in the entrance area of the hotel available) was not up to date. The instruction, that since 2 Days is dated, was not just with gratitude acknowledged. the breakfast is OK, why the scrambled eggs in such a performance of the hotel however from eipulver exist, and the ... "  Read more
    4.6
    December 2011
  • " We felt the hotel staff a polite, but not as especially dedicated. That overbooking our larger room only 2 days later was free, we were without major regret for the knowledge. the offer, but 2 ... "  Read more
    4.6
    December 2011
  • " ... As the architect it unfortunately failed, in the rooms a door met, it is very badly soundproofed. Further mistake of the architects could possibly still fixed will: the suites are all with a large terrace connected. Instead it is meaningful to use, sit the guests squeezed on small areas, without ... "  Read more
    4.6
    December 2011
Jan
Germany
  • Couple
  • Age 46-50
3 Other hotel reviews
5.5
Rated:  
  • 1 week
  • City trip
  • Hotel recommended
Here our absolute recommendation. Had luckily only booked with breakfast included, as we wanted to no buffet, but restaurants in Funchal visit for a bit more regional cuisine to get. 9 days = 9 restaurants and the right starting at the hotel! Here is my recommendation-no matter where they go i was 9 times not disappointed and my wife had 9 sometimes different and always very good ☺ value food/wine/water top. In the hotel thursday evening is recommendable the 5 course dinner and the wine (8,50 Euro) begleitent in addition! Until 2014, there is on the promenade the construction site. … read more
Siegfried
Switzerland
  • Couple
  • Age 46-50
26 Other hotel reviews
5.5
Rated:  
  • 1 week
  • City trip
  • Hotel recommended
We were the last time in Porto Mare and now have completely aware to this hotel changed, since here no children authorised the guests not included in the bathrobe by the hotel hiking! Our room requirement (2 room nearby together) was perfectly met. At the front desk there was a really friendly until ' let in peace', but 98% of the staff is very helpful. The current restorations on the beach promenade should not hold a booking, because the hotel everything is in order to compensate for this situation. For restaurant tips i refer to my separately registered travel tips for Funchal … read more
Gerhild
Germany
  • Couple
  • Age 56-60
1 Other hotel reviews
5.7
Rated:  
  • 1 week
  • Hiking / Wellness
  • Hotel recommended
The Porto Santa Maria is a very comfortable hotel in the best location: right next to the sea with a view of the cruise ships, directly on the interesting old town and nevertheless peaceful, nearby the cable car station and the bus station for excursions/hikes. A beach is currently under construction. Our room requirement was fully taken into consideration. We are very much looking forward to go back. … read more
5.2
Rated:  
  • 3 weeks
  • Other
  • Hotel recommended
We have already been for the 3. time in the Porto Santa Maria and were delighted again. Close proximity to place, The market hall and the port are without long walks to bewerkställigen. The cruise ships drive Virtually on the balcony gone. This time, we had to due to construction noise the hotel during the day often leave, because of the major construction directly in front of the hotel ample noise made. Unfortunately the Work longer stop (probably at least 1 year). The staff at the hotel was therefore care a lot about the guests. It was every guest an allowance as a … read more
5.8
Rated:  
  • 2 weeks
  • Other
  • Hotel recommended
Again and again impressed with the great location this hotel. You are immediately in the town with its many shopping and entertainment venues, Funchal is christmas time simply a nice city with friendly people and a wonderful climate. You just feel great there with a sea view, the always flourishing nature and incoming cruise ships. This quality of the service in Funchal is worth 5 stars! … read more
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Information about Hotel Porto Santa Maria

Hotel own description

  • What the hotel offers
    Porto Santo Maria close relationship to the sea, the outstanding and exclusive views over the harbour where the cruise ships dock, its picturesque surroundings and the unique flavours of its cuisine result in genuine urban tranquility. A congenial hotel offering 146 rooms, restaurant, bars with terrace, direct access to the promenade, outdoor pool, indoor pool, SPA, gym, parking.
  • Location
    Porto Santo Maria lies at the water's edge in the very heart of Funchal's old centre, next to the sea-front promenade; it faces the harbour used by cruise ships and pleasure boats. Close by are the cable car which links Funchal with Monte, Forte de São Tiago (a fortress built at the beginning of the XVIIth century) and the famous Mercado dos Lavradores (market).
  • Accommodation
    This hotel offers 146 rooms and suites. You can enjoy studios with stunnig sea views or studios facing beautiful gardens. Every room has its private veranda and is fully equiped with a kitchnette. In the Junior Suite relaxation is sacrosanct: large double beds and a magnificent veranda for inhaling the fresh morning breeze or watching the sunset. Also equiped with kitchenette and living room.
  • Food and Drink
    At Porto Santa Maria every detail is invested with good taste. Dining is no exception. Offering a buffet breakfast, à la carte lunch and dinner, every meal is a feast. At Arsenal you will discover a range of themed menus to make your meal more interesting (buffet breakfast served inside and on the terrace* • mini-buffet lunch • à la carte dinner or daily themed buffets • special children's menus); In the Captain's Bar you can sit and read, watch the boats from the terrace, catch a glimpse of Forte São Tiago or simply gaze at the sea... to the sound of good music; Bar Promenade is the ideal place to have light meals while you enjoy the beauty of the sea-front promenade.
  • Leisure
    Gym• billiard room • Golf green fee* • Live music everyday • Heated indoor pool (175 m2) • outdoor pool (138 m2)• outdoor children's pool (22 m2) • direct access to the sea-front promenade *subject to a charge
  • Other facilities and services
    Free Internet access terminal at reception • Wi-Fi access in the lobby • lounge • meeting room • reading room • covered parking • restaurant • two bars • weekly rotation of daily themed buffets • jacuzzi • sauna • massage room beach towels • massage services* • rent-a-car* tours* *subject to a charge
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Hotel description *

  • Location
    This modern hotel combines modern comforts with a traditional, warm atmosphere. Situated close to the old town of Funchal, guests may enjoy fabulous views out over the sea and the city marina. Links to the public transport network may be reached on foot in just a few minutes as can the city centre (approximately 500 m from the hotel). Funchal's most beautiful squares and tourist sights may easily be reached, as can the city's museums, markets and gardens that offer an unparalleled Madeiran atmosphere. This splendid hotel allows guests to enjoy a relaxing, peaceful stay. It is some 25 km to the international airport.
  • Facilities
    This air-conditioned 5-storey hotel was built in the year 2000 and comprises a total of 146 lodgings of which 18 are suites. Facilities include a spacious foyer with a 24-hour reception desk, a currency exchange, a lift, a newspaper stand and a bar in addition to a TV room, a restaurant and Internet access. Room, laundry and medical services may be taken advantage of and there is are parking facilities for those arriving by car as well as bike rental.
  • Rooms
    The tasteful studios and suites come with a combined lounge/ bedroom, a bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer, a direct dial telephone, satellite/ cable TV, a radio, Internet access, a kitchenette, a fridge, a balcony and a hire safe as standard. The suites additionally include a separate bedroom.
  • Sports/Entertainment
    In the well-kept outdoor complex are a swimming pool, a children's pool, a snack bar and a sun terrace with sun loungers and parasols laid out ready for use. Further leisure options include an indoor swimming pool, a Jacuzzi and a massage service and sports enthusiasts may enjoy a workout in the in-house gym. The nearest golf course lies approximately 12 km from the hotel. A seasonal entertainment programme provides some variation for guests.
  • Meals
    Guests may select their breakfast from an ample buffet; lunch and the evening meal can be chosen from a menu and the midday meal may also be taken à la carte.
  • Payment
    American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and VISA
  • How to get there
    Take the motorway towards Funchal from the airport. Stay on the motorway to Funchal/ Campo da Barca exit and leave the motorway here. Continue straight on to the crossing by the sea and take a left. Then take the right lane and follow this street. After passing the cable car on the right take a right and continue to the hotel entrance.
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Hotel amenities

  • Luggage room
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Non-smoking room
  • Hotel safe
  • Lift
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Car park

Room amenities

  • Writing bureau
  • CD Player
  • Satellite TV
  • Safe
  • Coffee and tea
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Electronic room keys
  • Private entrance
  • Wake up call/Alarm clock
  • Connecting rooms
  • Fire alarm

Gastronomy

  • Full board
  • Restaurant
  • Number of restaurants altogether: 1
  • Hotel bar
  • Number of hotel bars altogether: 2
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Packed lunches
  • Catering service

A choice of sports

  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor pool
  • Volleyball

Spa offers

  • Massages
  • Beauty treatments
  • Sauna

Other hotel information

  • City hotel
  • 24 hour reception
  • Check out no later than: 12:00
  • Airport transfer
  • Shuttle bus transfer from the airport: charged
  • City
  • Eurocard/Mastercard
  • 24 hour security
  • Car hire
  • Ocean
  • Information desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Wifi
  • Laundry service
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