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Orca Praia

madeira, portugal

About Orca Praia

location

This hotel lies on a sloping terrace overlooking pebbly Arieiro Beach (around 50 m away) and offers a stunning view out over the Atlantic. Bars and restaurants are to be found in the vicinity (400 m away) and links to the transport network are also situated nearby (50 m). Within 7 km, guests will arrive in the centre of Funchal, which runs a number of times a day. The nearest shops and Câmara de Lobos are located 2 km away, and the airport is around 25 km from the hotel.

facility

35 suites and 93 double rooms are located on 10 storeys and can be reached by lift. The friendly staff at the reception desk are happy to answer any questions. Amenities include a baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service and drinks machine. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. There are a number of shops, including a supermarket. The grounds of the hotel feature a playground and a lovely garden. Additional amenities include a playroom and a library. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a childcare service, a car hire service, medical assistance, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser and a hotel shuttle bus. A bicycle hire service gives guests the opportunity to explore the surrounding area independently. The business centre is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a fax machine.

rooms

Air conditioning ensures that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Guests can enjoy the sea view from a balcony or terrace. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed or a king-size bed. Children's beds can be requested for younger guests. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi (no extra charge) provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. A hairdryer and a telephone are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. The hotel has family rooms and 128 non-smoking rooms.

sport

Guests can work out or just relax in the outdoor and indoor pools. Kids can splash about in a special swimming area just for them. Guests can treat themselves to refreshing drinks at the poolside snack bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub. A terrace with sun loungers and parasols is available. The hotel offers a variety of outdoor sports, including cycling/mountain biking. For a fee, guests can also enjoy fishing and horse riding. A number of sports are available, including water sports such as snorkelling and aquafit. For a fee, guests can also enjoy water skiing, windsurfing, jet skiing, banana boat rides, canoeing, sailing, kayaking and diving. The hotel offers numerous indoor sports, including a gym, table tennis, darts and yoga or, for a fee, billiards. Various wellness options are available at the hotel, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a hammam, massage treatments and hydrotherapy treatments. Additional leisure activities include a kids' club, live music and a dance club.

meals

The dining area includes a restaurant and a bar. A variety of catering options can be booked. Guests can choose between half board and full board. At breakfast, lunch and dinner, guests serve themselves at the delicious buffet or order a set menu for lunch and dinner. Diet meals and children's meals can be prepared on request. The hotel also offers special catering options. The hotel offers a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

Amenities at Orca Praia

Facilities

Air conditioningBar(s)Bicycle HireCaféCar ParkConference RoomCurrency ExchangeFoyerGames roomGarageHairdresserHotel SafeKids ClubLaundry FacilitiesLaundry ServiceLiftsMedical AssistanceNightclubPetsPlaygroundRestaurant(s)Restaurant(s) with high-chairsRestaurant(s) with non-smoking areaRoom ServiceSmall supermarketTV RoomWifi

Hygiene

Contactless check-in/-outContactless paymentEnhanced cleaning programmeHand sanitiserHealth checks on staffHousekeeping only upon requestHygiene training for staffMedical teleconsultationNo high-touch furnishingsNo high-touch furnishings in public areasPackaged mealsProtective equipment for employeesProtective equipment for guestsProtective hygiene screensProtective masks for guestsSanitiser dispenserSocial distancing regulationsTime interval between room bookingsUse of commercially available disinfectants

Meals

à la carte LunchBreakfast BuffetEvening BuffetFull BoardHalf BoardLunch BuffetSet menu dinnerSet menu lunchSpecial DietSpecial Offers

Sport/Entertainment

AerobicsAqua aerobicsBanana BoatBilliards/SnookerCanoeChildren's PoolCycling/Mountain BikingDartsDivingEntertainment ProgrammeGymHorse RidingIndoor PoolJacuzziJet SkiingMassageOutdoor Pool(s)ParasolsSailingSaunaSteam bathSun loungersSun terraceTable TennisWater SkiingWindsurfing

Location

Map preview
Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

Estrada Monumental 355

Nearest beach50m

What's nearby

  • Nearest beach50m
  • Public Transport50m
  • Restaurants400m
  • Bars / Pubs400m

Check-in from 2:00 PM · check-out by 11:00 AM

User Rating & Reviews

4.1

Very Good

795 reviews
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Recent Reviews: 795

  • User: Carol R

    Trip type: Couples

    Lovely hotel

    15 Apr 2026

    Lovely hotel, we had a deluxe room , comfy beds , large balcony and lovely sea view.Very clean , good breakfast . The shuttle bus is good , we booked it the night before online. The bus drops you at the port in Funchal.The pool area is lovely and clean and the…

  • User: susan m

    Trip type: Solo travel

    Freezing pool, dull & overcooked food

    30 Jan 2026

    Although the location on the cliff side was lovely it came with disadvantage s especially for anyone disabled. To get to the (icy cold) but beautiful pool you have to go down 110 steps plus one very steep ramp. Of course going back up after a swim is worse. Th…

  • User: Odyssey14959928026

    Trip type: Friends getaway

    Beautiful views and quiet peaceful hotel

    28 Jan 2026

    Stayed here for the second time..it was a better experience than the first time we went last year..we gave it a second chance because of it's location and the fact that each room has a full sea view.therefore peaceful and scenic ,a room and balcony to enjoy an…

  • User: Vitor G

    Trip type: Couples

    Extremely disappointing stay – not worthy of 4 stars

    10 Jan 2026

    This hotel was a huge disappointment and absolutely does not meet the standards of a 4-star property.The room conditions were unacceptable: thick dust everywhere, cracked walls, and a worrying number of bugs. To make matters worse, someone in the room next doo…

  • User: Nicky R

    Trip type: Friends getaway

    Lovely hotel but could be so so much better

    21 Nov 2025

    This Hotel was fine but it could be something quite special. The rooms and balconies are what sell it and the breaksfast was absolutley fine. On arrival we were met by orlando ( receptionist) who isnsited the tourist tax had to be paid in cash. This could not…

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