Name: Hotel Orca Praia
Address: Estrada Monumental-Praia do Arieiro, Sao Martinho, 9000-236 Funchal, Portugal, Estrada Monumental-Praia do Arieiro, Madeira Islands, 9000-236, Portugal
Rating: 8.3

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Hotel Orca Praia

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About this property

Situated on a cliff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and a sandy beach, this hotel is 6 km from the centre of Funchal. It features an outdoor pool with panoramic views and spacious guestrooms with private balconies. Rooms at the Hotel Orca Praia have stylish furnishings and a seating area with satellite TV. They come equipped with a small refrigerator, on request, and a private bathroom with solar-heated hot water and a hairdryer. In the morning, the hotel serves a buffet breakfast with fresh pastries and juice. There is a cocktail bar and a restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows that serves international cuisine. Guests can enjoy an aromatherapy massage at the spa, or rent a bicycle and explore the seaside. There is also a games room with billiards and table tennis. Hotel Orca Praia is 2 km from the fishing village Camara de Lobos. Madeira Airport is 15 km away. The hotel offers 24-hour front desk service and free on-site public parking.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

Parking available at the hotel

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Room type	Number of guests
Deluxe Junior Suite 3 single beds
Deluxe Suite Bedroom 1 2 single beds Bedroom 2 2 single beds
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Ocean View 2 single beds
Superior Deluxe Double or Twin Room 2 single beds
Junior Suite with Ocean View Bedroom 2 single beds Living room 1 sofa bed

Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.

Green Key (FEE)

Guest reviews

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Free WiFi

Guests who stayed here loved

Elaine

United Kingdom

“Hotel is ideally located between Funchal and Camara de Losbos, walkable to either. If you dont feel like walking the hotel has a free shuttle bus to Funchal or there is a convenient bus stop at the top of the drive.”

Aleksandra

Poland

“We really loved the location of the hotel. The view was simply amazing! The staff was also very friendly and helpful :) Breakfast was nice, with a wide range of different products.”

Teodora

United Kingdom

“Amazing staff and location. Special thanks to Elisabeta from the reception who helped us with many suggestions for our trips. Very comfortable rooms, with a fantastic view. Sandy beach just as you exit the pool. If we will return to Madeira, we...”

Arevik

Russia

“I recommend it, the area is beautiful and clean, the breakfasts are delicious, and the staff is very friendly and helpful.”

Kristyna

Czech Republic

“Nice staff, sea view, modern room, well equipped, gluten free option at breakfast”

Árpád

Hungary

“We could see the sunset right from our balcony. Ricardo is the best staff ever!!!”

Marta

Portugal

“The breakfast was really amazing. The view from the balcony as well! The access to the pool and beach were super nice and easy accessible. Very nice promenade at the coast.”

Pedro

Portugal

“Breakfast was very good and the staff was excellent and very friendly.”

France

“The location is just beautiful and everything is clean. The staff is the asset of this hotel, every single one of them is kind, attentive and welcoming. The evening à la carte is tasty and the portions are very big. The free shuttle to town and...”

Laurentiu

Romania

“Great location, wonderful black sand beach, nice piscine, gorgeous view to the Ocean.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

2 restaurants on site

Panorama Restaurant

Cuisine
Mediterranean • Pizza • Portuguese • International • European
Open for
Breakfast • Dinner
Ambiance
Modern
Dietary options
Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Ocean Snack Bar

Cuisine
Pizza • Portuguese • Local • International
Open for
Lunch
Ambiance
Traditional
Dietary options
Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

House rules

Hotel Orca Praia takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

Until 11:00

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of € 100 is required on arrival. That's about US$116. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 16 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Adult (18+ years)

Extra bed upon request

€ 50 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Renovation of the pool area will be carried out from 07/10/25 to up two weeks. In this period the facility will be close. During this time, and as an alternative, guests will be able to access the swimming pools of Hotel Alto Lido and Hotel Baía Azul, subject to availability. Please note that advance booking is required for both: pool access and the shuttle service.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Hotel Orca Praia in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

A damage deposit of € 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

License number: 6169/RNET