Hotel Orca Praia 4*, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal 2025

Revel in a 4-star stay at Hotel Orca Praia for your holidays to Portugal, basking in unbridled sunshine and harmonious sounds of ocean waves at this smashing beachfront hotel. Perched atop a hill in an amphitheatre near Praia do Areeiro, a scenic black sand-and-pebble beach, the four-star luxury hotel offers spacious rooms, gourmet meals, and pools, making it ideal for family holidays and romantic stays alike. Guests can also enjoy a free Orca Praia shuttle bus to the centre of Funchal, visiting prominent attractions in and around the area.

The luxury spa facility at Hotel Orca Praia in Funchal is well liked by those on couples’ holidays, promising a range of massages, beauty services, therapies, and relaxation areas. The stylish Hotel Orca Praia restaurant, poolside snack bar, and cocktail bar are other highly appreciated features onsite, catering to families and those on adults-only holidays alike. Additionally, the privileged location of the posh seafront property guarantees memorable holidays to Madeira with quick access to top sites like the Holy Trinity Church and Miradouro Pico Dos Barcelos.

Location

Your stay at the Orca Praia Hotel will bring you across holidays to Funchal, a scenic city and the capital of Portugal’s autonomous region of Madeira, renowned for its breathtaking harbour, lively culture, historic architecture, and unspoiled natural scenery. Although most sought-after for panoramic beach breaks, Funchal offers a lot in terms of history and culture, evident in its enchanting Old Town and the bustling Mercado dos Lavradores (farmer’s market). Other top draws to enjoy on your city break holidays include the impressive Sé Cathedral of Funchal, Monte Palace Madeira, Pico do Arieiro, and Funchal Cable Car.

Distances

• Hotel Orca Praia to Madeira Airport (FNC) – 23.8 km
• Porto Santo Airport (PXO) – 74.2 km
• Brás Aquele Bar – 1.6 km
• Anjo da Praça da Assicom – 1.7 km
• Jardins do Ilhéu de Câmara de Lobos – 2.7 km
• Marie Vigue Official Flagship Store – 4.6 km
• Miradouro Pico Dos Barcelos (viewpoint) – 4.8 km
• Madeira Casino – 6.8 km
• Convent of Santa Clara – 7.3 km
• Holy Trinity Church – 7.4 km
• CR7 Museum – 7.4 km
• Funchal City Hall – 7.4 km
• House Museum of Frederico de Freitas – 7.4 km
• Funchal’s Museum of Natural History – 7.5 km
• 3D Fun Art Museum – 7.5 km
• Sé Cathedral of Funchal – 7.6 km
• Jardim de Santa Luzia – 7.6 km
• Blandy’s Wine Lodge – 7.7 km
• Jardim Municipal – 7.8 km
• Funchal Old Town (Zona Velha) – 8.1 km
• Funchal Cable Car – 8.2 km
• Mercado dos Lavradores (farmers’ market) – 8.2 km
• Madeira Story Centre – 8.3 km
• Fort of São Tiago – 8.7 km
• Monte Palace Madeira – 10.8 km
• Madeira Botanical Garden – 11.1 km
• Palheiro Gardens – 12.8 km
• Funchal Ecological Park – 16 km
• Pico do Arieiro (mountain peak) – 26 km
• Santo da Serra Golf Club – 28.2 km
• São Vicente Caves – 29.5 km
• Quinta do Santo da Serra – 29.6 km
• Porto Moniz – 45.6 km
• Beaches near Hotel Orca Praia, Funchal: Formosa Beach (1.9 km), Vigário Beach (3.2 km), Gorgulho – Gavinas Beach (3.5 km), Lido Bathing Complex (4 km), Almirante Reis Beach (8.4 km), and Garajau Beach (15.5 km)
• Restaurants near Hotel Orca Praia, Funchal: Aconchego Restaurante Bar (240 m), Taberna do Arieiro (600 m), Kurte’s Bar (750 m), The Beer Garden (1.1 km), Lume Pizzeria (1.7 km), By The Sea Restaurant (1.8 km), Taberna Dos Lobos (2.7 km), Anônimo Restaurante (2.7 km), Deserta Pequena (2.8 km), Gavião Do Ilhéu (2.8 km), Alforno Madeira (2.8 km), Terroir Wine Bar Madeira (3 km), Vila da Carne (3.3 km), Come Together (4 km), The Red Car – Foodtruck (7.8 km), and Malho’s Pub (7.9 km)

Rooms and Suites

Pick from a variety of Hotel Orca Praia rooms, including junior suites, double rooms, and family suites perfect for guests with kids. Select from a total of 124 rooms spread across multiple floors and promising unparalleled vistas over the Atlantic Sea. However, guests who need accessible rooms adapted to suit visitors with reduced mobility or disabilities should inquire about the availability of such units at the time of booking a stay. If there are adapted rooms, it is essential to secure them well ahead of your arrival in Funchal for a holiday.

Check a few of the best Hotel Orca Praia photos to see its magnificent in-room furnishings, décor, and amenities, ensuring guests of all ages are comfortable. These include a smart TV with satellite channels, a direct-dial telephone, a full bathroom with complimentary toiletries, a mini bar, premium beds, a wardrobe, a balcony with furniture and views, luggage rack, a work desk with chair, an in-room safe, a kettle for tea and coffee, baby bed (depending on the room), magnifying mirrors, a sitting area, reading lamps, and blackout drapes.

Room types include:

• Double Deluxe Room with Balcony (2 guests) – Ocean View
• Junior Suite with Balcony and Living Room (2 guests) – Ocean View
• Superior Deluxe Suite (Family Suites) with Balcony and Living Room (4 adults, OR 2 adults + 2 to 3 children) – Ocean View

Facilities and Services

The check-in at Hotel Orca Praia in Funchal, Portugal, is from 03:00 PM, and the standard check-out at the hill-side hotel is before 11:00 AM. Guests can have more flexible timings arranged by contacting the waterfront property’s friendly staff, subject to policy, a fee, and availability. Many past guests have appreciated this adjustability in Hotel Orca Praia reviews, besides the clean luggage room where guests can keep their baggage in transit. Other amazing comforts include a cocktail bar, babysitting service, parking facility, souvenirs and newspapers, free shuttle service to and from Funchal, and more, as detailed below.

• 24-Hour Reception
• Beachfront Location (direct access)
• Lift
• Parking Facility
• Free Transfer to and from Funchal Centre
• Airport Shuttle
• Car Rental Service
• Bed & Breakfast Package
• Half Board Package (breakfast and dinner)
• 24-Hour Security
• High-Speed Wi-Fi and LAN
• Early Check-in/Late Check-out (subject to fee, availability, and policy)
• Eco-Friendly Hotel (Green Key Certification)
• Non-Smoking Property
• Family Suites
• CCTV Surveillance and Security Cameras in Public Areas
• Room Service
• Wake-Up Calls
• Fire Extinguishers
• Laundry and Dry Cleaning
• Multilingual Staff
• Smoke Detectors
• Concierge Services
• Safety Deposit Boxes in Room and at Reception
• Porterage/Bellhop Service
• Daily Housekeeping
• Soundproofed Windows
• Luggage Storage Room
• Room Cleaning
• In-Room Tea and Coffee Makers
• Blackout Curtains
• Turndown Service
• Designated Smoking Zones
• Electric Sockets Near the Beds
• Hardwood/Parquet Floors
• Bed Linen and Towel Change
• Ironing Facilities
• Beach Towels
• Praia do Areeiro Beach Access
• Outdoor Swimming Pool (freshwater)
• Children’s Pool Section (in main pool)
• Solarium (sun terrace) – parasols, poolside bar, and sun loungers
• Pool Towels
• In-Room Dining Option
• Breakfast and Dinner Buffet
• Child-Friendly Options
• Panorama Restaurant – buffet breakfast and dinner service, and à la carte menu
• Poolside Snack Bar (The Ocean Snack) – à la carte service
• Sunset Bar (lobby bar) – signature cocktails, national and international drinks, and views
• Snacks and Beverages
• Ocean Spa and Wellness Centre – Zen massages, holistic therapies, sauna, hydrotherapy with Dead Sea Salt, relaxation areas, steam rooms, etc.
• Facial Treatments (spa) – deep cleansing, anti-wrinkle and acne, essential nutrition, etc.
• Beauty Services – waxing, eyebrows, body care, pedicure, nail polish application, manicure, etc.
• Fitness Lounge (gym) – latest fitness and exercise equipment, air conditioning, workout areas, and views
• Diving Centre with Professional SSI and PADI Instructors
• Water Aerobics and Yoga
• Water Sports at the Beach – jet skiing, windsurfing, parasailing, kayaking, scuba diving, boat rides, snorkelling, etc.
• Santo da Serra Golf Club (28 km away)
• Tours and Tickets Assistance
• Hiking and Walking Tours
• Business Facilities
• Photocopying and Fax
• Events and Meetings Rooms
• Banquet Facilities
• Catering for All Events (personalised menus)
• Babysitting Service
• Baby Cots and Cribs
• Common Leisure Rooms and Areas
• Outdoor Furniture
• Private Balconies and Terraces
• Garden Areas
• Shared TV Lounge
• Patios and Lobby Areas
• Souvenirs/Gift Shop
• Magazines and Newspapers
• Doctor On Call
• Pets Allowed

Additional Information

• Hotel Orca Praia, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal, is suitable for couples, singles, families with kids, honeymooners, adults-only groups, and business guests alike.
• Special assistance requests for private vehicle hire, early check-in, extra meals, specific rooms, late check-out, kids’ menus, imported drinks, and more are subject to policy, availability, and surcharges.
• The Hotel Orca Praia prices you see available now are subject to change as per hotel policy, travel season demands, and local tourism laws and taxes, among other things, without any prior notice whatsoever.
• All tourists booking a stay at this popular beachside hotel in Funchal are expected to carefully review all the latest available room rates and other potential costs, ensuring they avail of the finest price for their booking.
• Pets are welcome at Hotel Orca Praia 4*, most likely in exchange for a small supplement and a restriction to the type, size, weight, and number of pets allowed per room/guest.
• The helpful staff at Hotel Orca Praia **** are proficient in Portuguese, French, German, Spanish, and English, making the stay invariably more enjoyable for international visitors comfortable speaking in these specific languages
• Children over 12 are considered and charged as adults at Hotel Orca Praia, so it’s important to enter the correct number and ages of kids in your group when searching for rooms, so you know the actual cost of a stay.
• Extra beds and cots are available at the property for children aged less than 2, subject to availability. Requests for these must be made at the time of booking rooms.
• Certain perks at this popular waterfront property are chargeable, including airport transfers, extras from the Hotel Orca Praia menu over the booked board basis, spa treatments, tours, room service, dry cleaning and laundry, etc.
• Hotel Orca Praia, Funchal, Madeira, accepts payment in Maestro, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay, and Visa. It may also allow a limited number of cash transactions, most possibly accepting only local currency.
• It is highly essential to know of all payment, booking, cancellation, and refund terms and policies at the time of booking rooms, ensuring a hassle-free experience.
• All extra costs incurred for added perks and chargeable amenities, and applicable local tourism taxes on your stay in Funchal for a holiday are payable at Hotel Orca Praia locally.

Address

Hotel Orca Praia location is Estrada Monumental 335, São Martinho, Prainha do Arieiro, 9000-236 Funchal, Madeira, Portugal.