Hotel Madeira Regency Cliff

🔞 Adults-only (16+) boutique retreat
🏡 Small and friendly, just 59 rooms
🚌 Courtesy bus into Funchal centre
🌊 Superb cliff-top setting with sweeping Atlantic views
🍸 Choice of bars, from ocean-view cocktails to relaxed pool drinks
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Board options: Bed and Breakfast, Half Board
Minimum age: 16 years (adults-only)

Hotel size: 59 rooms | 6 floors | 2 lifts

Set high on the cliffs of Funchal’s sought-after Lido district, Hotel Madeira Regency Cliff gives you front-row Atlantic views plus direct access to the seafront promenade. Wander 300m to local cafés, bars and restaurants, or follow the promenade to the famous lido complexes and black-sand Praia Formosa.

Funchal’s historic heart is about 3km away – close enough for easy exploring, far enough that the hotel feels like a quiet retreat above the ocean. A complimentary hotel shuttle runs into the resort centre at set times, ideal if you’d rather not tackle the hills on foot.

Direct access to the promenade
300m to nearest shops, bars and restaurants
3km to Funchal resort centre
Complimentary hotel bus to Funchal centre

Approx. transfer time from airport: 50 minutes

Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

Start your day at Restaurant Mistral, the main buffet restaurant serving international cuisine for breakfast and dinner, with glass windows framing those Atlantic views. Evenings are relaxed and grown-up, with smart-casual dress (long trousers requested for gentlemen).

Two characterful bars keep things sociable:
• Bar Mistral – an indoor cocktail bar, ideal for pre-dinner drinks or a nightcap, usually open 18:00–23:00.
• Bar Oceanus – the pool bar, where you can enjoy light bites, drinks and sea breezes between dips.

Menus, opening times and any reservation or supplement requirements can change seasonally and by board basis; you’ll get the latest details on arrival.

The hotel’s clifftop pool terrace is all about lingering over the view. You’ll find:

• Outdoor freshwater pool – fringed by sunbeds and a compact sunbathing deck overlooking the ocean.
• Indoor freshwater pool – perfect for cooler days or a quiet lane-style swim.

Complimentary pool towels are provided, and facilities can vary slightly by season. While there’s no direct beach here (Madeira is mostly rocky coast), you can walk the promenade to the Lido complexes and Praia Formosa’s mix of black sand and pebbles.

Classic Double or Twin Room with Sea View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 2
Cosy, bright rooms with a balcony facing the ocean – just the right size for two. Facilities typically include:
• Flat-screen TV
• Free Wi-Fi
• Air conditioning
• Bathroom with bath and shower attachment
• Hairdryer
• Balcony with seating
• Coffee-making facilities and kettle
• Minibar (chargeable)
• Safety deposit box (local charge)
• Daily room cleaning, towels changed on request

Superior Double or Twin Room with Sea View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3
More space and the same sea views, these are ideal if you’d like a little extra room or are travelling as three adults. Facilities mirror the Classic rooms, with added comfort touches and linen plus towel changes on request.

Superior Room
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 2
A step up in size and comfort from the entry-level category, with contemporary décor and all the essentials for a relaxed stay. Exact layout and outlook can vary.

Classic Double or Twin Room with Sea View for Sole Use
Sleeps: minimum 1, maximum 1
Perfect for solo travellers who don’t want to compromise on views. Similar facilities to the Classic Sea View rooms, with your own balcony and all mod cons.

Superior Double or Twin Room with Sea View for Sole Use
Sleeps: minimum 1, maximum 1
A more spacious option for solo guests who appreciate a bit of extra room, along with those big Atlantic panoramas.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary. Some facilities such as safes and minibars may incur a local charge.

🏊 Indoor and outdoor swimming pools
💪 Gym with cardio and strength equipment (daytime opening hours)
🎶 Regular light evening entertainment, often with live music
🌊 Seafront promenade walks right from the hotel
🌺 Easy access by bus or taxi to Funchal’s gardens, lidos and viewpoints

Activities are low-key and well-suited to the hotel’s peaceful, adults-only vibe – think relaxed swims, a workout, then sundowners with live music rather than big shows.

🛎️ 24-hour reception and concierge-style assistance
🎒 Luggage storage
🚌 Complimentary shuttle bus to Funchal centre (set times)
🧴 Spa with Turkish bath, massages and beauty treatments (16+, charges apply)
🧺 Daily housekeeping; linen and towel changes on request
🌐 Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel

The hotel is also recognised as a Certified Sustainable Hotel, reflecting Madeira’s wider commitment to low-impact tourism and responsible practices.

Resort: Funchal, Madeira
Language: Portuguese
Currency: Euro (€)
Time difference from UK: GMT (no time difference)
Average flight time from UK: around 4 hours

Funchal combines botanical gardens, cable cars and mountain backdrops with a smart marina and an excellent dining scene. The Lido area is known for its ocean pools and coastal promenades rather than sandy beaches, so it’s ideal if you like swimming platforms, lidos and dramatic Atlantic scenery.

*Hotel and facility information is based on the latest supplier details but can change seasonally. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Portugal advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Hotel Madeira Regency Cliff adults-only?
Yes. Hotel Madeira Regency Cliff operates as an adults-only property with a minimum age of 16 years. It’s aimed squarely at couples and friends seeking a calm, grown-up base in Funchal without children around the pool.

2. How far is Hotel Madeira Regency Cliff from Funchal centre?
The hotel is approximately 3km from Funchal’s historic centre. You can use the complimentary courtesy bus laid on by the hotel at set times, or take a local bus or taxi if you prefer more flexibility.

3. What board basis options are available?
You can book Bed and Breakfast or Half Board. Half Board typically includes buffet-style breakfast and dinner in the main restaurant. Drinks at lunch and dinner, and à la carte options, may carry an extra charge depending on your chosen board basis and current hotel policy.

4. Does Hotel Madeira Regency Cliff have a beach?
There is no direct sandy beach at the hotel – it sits on a clifftop with access to the seafront promenade. From here you can walk to Funchal’s lido complexes and to Praia Formosa, which has a mix of black sand and pebbles plus cafés and restaurants along the shore.

5. What leisure facilities does the hotel offer?
Facilities include an outdoor freshwater pool with sun terrace, a heated indoor pool, a small gym with cardio and strength equipment, and a spa area with Turkish bath, massages and beauty treatments (charges apply, 16+). There is also regular, low-key evening entertainment such as live music.

6. Is Wi-Fi available at Hotel Madeira Regency Cliff?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel, including in guest rooms and public areas, so you can stay connected, stream, or plan your next explore around Madeira.

7. How long is the transfer from Madeira Airport (FNC)?
The journey from Madeira Airport to Hotel Madeira Regency Cliff usually takes about 50 minutes by coach, depending on traffic and the number of hotel stops. Private transfers are often a little quicker.