Portugal ∙ Madeira ∙ Funchal

The Views Baia ****
Tour operator category

FNC079
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Highlights

  • Adults-only hotel for guests aged 18 and over.
  • Features the Michelin-starred à-la-carte restaurant Desarma.
  • Wellness area with indoor pool, sauna, and whirlpool included.
  • Located approx. 1.5 km from the old town of Funchal.
  • Regular evening entertainment with shows, dancing, and live music.

Location

The adults-only hotel The Views Baia, available for guests aged 18 and over, offers a magnificent view over Funchal and the sea. The old town with its restaurants, bars, and shops can be reached in approximately 1.5 km.
Modern hotel on cliffs with pool, surrounded by city and green hills.
View of a coastal town with red-roofed houses, hills, and blue sea under a blue sky.
View of a lit pool and surrounding buildings on a hillside at night.
Modern hotel with large terrace overlooking the coastal town at sunset.

Amenities

Pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking the sea and surrounding hills.
Hotel terrace with infinity pool, sun loungers, and coastal town view under cloudy sky.
Aerial view of a hotel pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas on a paved terrace.
Pool area with sun loungers and white umbrellas against a hilly landscape.
Modern hotel tower surrounded by green trees and pathway, clear sky in the background.
Spacious hotel lobby with modern columns and carpet in warm tones.
Modern hotel lounge area with plants and sculptural furniture in neutral tones.
Bright hotel lounge with modern chairs, sofas, and large windows offering outside views.
A modern hotel lounge with seating and large windows overlooking a city.
Modern, light-filled hotel lounge area with cozy armchairs and large windows.
Modern hotel restaurant with large windows and cozy lighting.
Modernly designed hotel bar area with tables, chairs, and subdued lighting.
Modern dining area with white chairs, leather bench, and wall decor featuring organic shapes.
Table with plated dish, flowers, and view of city and sea from hotel restaurant.
Modern hotel dining area with tables, chairs, and comfortable sofas in warm tones.
The modern 4-star property has a total of 208 rooms and 30 studios. Amenities include two restaurants with panoramic views of the city (the "BayView" buffet restaurant as well as the à-la-carte restaurant "Desarma," which was awarded a Michelin star in 2024), two bars, a lounge, a conference room, an internet zone (free of charge), a TV room, a games room, and elevators. In the outdoor area, there is a swimming pool, sun terrace (sunshades, loungers, and cushions are at your disposal), and a snack bar/bistro.

Accommodation

Double room

The double rooms feature a shower/WC, hairdryer, air conditioning/heating, telephone, satellite TV, safe (included), minibar, coffee/tea maker, bathrobe and slippers, as well as a balcony (D). Double rooms with sea view are available at an additional cost (DM). Also available as a double room for single use (DE) or double room with sea view for single use (DEM). Also available as a Type O double room (DZO) or Type O sea view (DMO), as well as a Type I sea view double room (DMI) with a special price and limited availability (DMO).

Bright hotel room with two single beds, balcony, and view of wooded hills.
Modern hotel room with double bed, wooden accents, and lighting.
Modern hotel room with white beds and a woven decorative basket on a wooden table.
Modern hotel bathroom with large mirror and sink featuring a towel rack.
Bright hotel room with balcony and mountain view.
Modern hotel room with two beds, wooden floor, and sea view.
Modern hotel room with two single beds, desk, and wall-mounted TV.
Modern hotel bathroom with wall-mounted toilet, sink, and hairdryer on the wall.

Superior double room with sea view

The superior double rooms with sea view are located on the 7th and 8th floors and are equipped with a bath/WC, hairdryer, bathrobe and slippers, seating area with a table, LCD TV, safe (included), minibar, coffee/tea maker, air conditioning, and a furnished balcony. In addition, guests receive a welcome package with soft drinks as well as coffee and tea bags (DMU).

Studio

The studios feature 2 separate beds, 1 sofa bed, dining area, a fully equipped kitchenette with refrigerator and microwave; otherwise, they are equipped like the double rooms (S12).

Modern hotel room with large bed, warm tones, and access to balcony or window.
Modern hotel room with desk, chairs, and sofa next to large balcony window.
Modern hotel kitchen with wooden furniture and balcony access overlooking mountains.
Kitchen with wood cabinets, microwave, sink, and colorful woven basket on black countertop.
Modern hotel room with large bed, nightstand, open wardrobe, and wooden flooring.
Modern hotel room with double bed and large window overlooking outside.
Modern bathroom with marble surfaces, built-in shower, and integrated shelves.
Modern hotel room with white bed, grey pillow, and open wardrobe with towels.

Deluxe double room

The deluxe double rooms are renovated, located on the upper floors (9th and 10th floors), and feature air conditioning, minibar (for a fee), TV, telephone, safe (included), walk-in shower, WC, hairdryer, and balcony, optionally with sea view. All deluxe guests receive the following special services: exclusive breakfast menu, welcome package with Madeira wine and chocolate, free pillow menu, espresso machine, Ecoline brand toiletries, turndown service, and a 15% discount in restaurants and bars (DD2). Also available for single use (DD1). Also available with sea view (DDM/1DM).

Junior suite

In addition to the same facilities and amenities as the deluxe double rooms, the renovated junior suites offer guests a kitchenette as well as additional finger food and a bottle of sparkling wine upon arrival (J2D). Optionally bookable with a sea view (JDM). Also available for single use (J1D/JDE).
(Additionally bookable under FNCA05 as a Junior Suite Deluxe (J2D/J1D) or with sea view (JDM/JDE).)

Modern hotel room with large bed, built-in wardrobe, and warm indirect lighting.
Hotel room with bed, curtains, and balcony overlooking the sea in daylight.
Modern hotel room with small dining table, two chairs, and integrated kitchenette.

Meals

BB/HB

Breakfast and dinner in buffet form.

Elegant table setting with a gourmet appetizer platter and two salads for an upscale hotel experience.

Sports included

Fitness room, table tennis, and billiards.

Sports for a fee

Paddle tennis

Wellness

Indoor pool with view of a city and hills through large hotel windows.
Bright modern indoor pool with large windows overlooking the city.
Indoor hotel swimming pool area with large windows and water reflections.
Indoor area with round hot tub and view of a long swimming pool in a hotel.
Hotel interior with pool and lounge chairs in front of large glass windows with outdoor view.
Spa with indoor pool, sauna, whirlpool included; massages and treatments for a fee.

Entertainment

Regular evening events with shows, dancing, live music, and folklore.

Hotel service

Parking spaces (underground garage/garage, for a fee, subject to availability).
Wi-Fi.

Hotel contact

THE VIEWS BAIA
RUA DAS MARAVILHAS 74
9000-177 FUNCHAL
PORTUGAL/MADEIRA
TELEPHONE: 00351-291-700200
FAX: 00351-291-700209
E-MAIL: RESERVATIONS.BAIA@THEVIEWSHOTELS.PT

Sustainability

"Reisen mit Zukunft" (Travel with a Future) provides guidance to help you make a conscious choice. Our label identifies hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices and are actively investing in a more sustainable future. These standards encompass social responsibility, environmental awareness, as well as cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as defined by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Further information on the topic of sustainability at Schauinsland-Reisen can be found at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel has the following certification:
  • Green Key

Hotelhinweis

Adults only hotel (18 years and older).
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Various excursion/hiking packages are available as an optional add-on in the reservation system:
Hiking Combo Madeira (choose 2 out of currently 8 hikes). Description at www.hotel-beschreibung.de/hotel/FNC501
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Hiking Week (for those who want to hike a little more). Description at www.hotel-beschreibung.de/hotel/FNC999
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The hotel has rooms accessible for disabled guests or those in wheelchairs located near the elevator. Bookable upon request.
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The hotel does not accept dogs.
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Please note: A tourist tax of €2 per person/night is levied on Madeira (maximum 7 nights; children up to 12 years are free). Payment is made locally at the hotel. Changes are possible.

Zusatzhinweis

In the "Canary Islands · Madeira" Winter 2025/26 catalog on page 232.
In the "Canary Islands · Madeira" Summer 2026 catalog on page 213.

Seasonal information

The following dress code applies at Christmas and New Year's Eve: "festive evening wear" (suit with tie and evening gown).
****************************************Every year, the famous FLOWER FESTIVAL takes place on Madeira - the "Festa da Flor". Marvel at the elaborately decorated floats and let yourself be carried away by the joie de vivre.
Experience this floral event twice in 2026. On May 3rd and May 17th, 2026, up close from one of the grandstands at the Funchal harbor, and book a grandstand ticket (limited availability) for your room of choice for only €47 p.p. by adding the EDP code FNC500.
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Grandstand tickets for the CARNIVAL:
From 2027, there will be 2 dates for the colorful parade: you can experience the event up close on February 5th and 6th, 2027.
Book your desired room and enter the EDP code FNC520 for the bookable grandstand tickets.
Price: €35 per ticket (limited availability)
Evening event starts approx. 8 PM
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Additionally bookable under FNCA05

Tour operator category

4 Suns ****

Arrival by car

Directions from Funchal Airport (FNC):
Please take the motorway/expressway towards Funchal. After 16 km, take exit no. 12 Funchal/Campo da Barca. Follow the road towards Funchal-Campo da Barca. After approx. 3 km, please take the Funchal Oeste exit; you will see the fire station on your right. Continue following the road; you will pass through two tunnels. You will reach a roundabout; take the 3rd exit and pass through another tunnel. At the end of the tunnel, after approx. 100 m, you will reach Hotel The View Baia on your right.
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4 Sterne
Last updated: 17.07.2026 16:17