Portugal ∙ Madeira ∙ Canico de Baixo

Cais da Oliveira ****
Tour operator category

FNC054
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Location

The hotel is built in a stunning, quiet location on a rocky plateau above a small natural bay. The well-known "Garajau" underwater nature reserve begins right in front of the building. Caniço de Baixo is located on the route between the airport and the capital, Funchal, which can be reached by car in approx. 15 minutes (approx. 12 km away). Multiple bus connections run daily. The main town of Caniço can be reached on foot in approx. 20 minutes (approx. 2.5 km away). Madeira's golf courses are 9 and 15 km away respectively.
Hotel complex on rocky coast with clear blue sea and blue sky.
Hotel terrace with white chairs and tables, overlooking the sea under a clear blue sky.
View from a balcony over the open blue sea with palm trees and buildings on the shore.
Terrace with white tables and chairs on rocks by the sea under a blue sky.

Amenities

Pool area with palm trees and slide, perfect for sunny hotel vacation.
Modern hotel dining area with large windows and sea view in daylight.
Hotel with sunny outdoor area, palm trees, and lush green plants along a paved pathway.
Modern dining area with views of the sea, palm trees, and blue sky through large windows.
Balcony with tables and chairs next to a sparkling sea under a clear blue sky.
Hotel balcony with glass railing surrounded by tropical plants.
A set table in a restaurant with a sea view and glass windows.
Pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and lush flowering shrubs beside a hotel.
The small complex has a total of 52 rooms spread across 2 buildings. The hotel facilities include a central reception in the neighboring Royal Orchid hotel, an elevator (3rd-5th floor), Wi-Fi (included in hotel areas such as the lobby, bars, restaurants, and in the rooms), an à la carte restaurant, and a bar. Outside, there is a freshwater swimming pool (sun loungers and 1 bath towel per person per stay included). There is direct access to the sea (via stairs) at the Rocamar hotel, and the outdoor pool, indoor pool, and sauna at the Royal Orchid can also be used.

Accommodation

Studios

Tastefully furnished studios with bath or shower/WC, kitchenette (with microwave, kettle, toaster, and 2 hot plates), rental safe (for a fee), air conditioning, telephone, satellite TV, Wi-Fi (included), and a balcony or terrace. The rooms have a view of houses (S12). Can be booked as a studio for single occupancy (S11). Studio with sea view (SM2) available for an additional charge, as well as studio with sea view for single occupancy (SM1). Also available as a Type O studio with sea view with limited availability and at a special price (SOM) for summer 2026.

Hotel room with two beds, seating area, balcony, and sea view in daylight.
Balcony with two wooden chairs and a table overlooking the sea on a clear day.
Compact hotel kitchenette with kettle and seating area, view into room with sea view.
Bright hotel room with two beds, green accent wall, and large mirror.
Bright hotel room with yellow sofa, armchair, and balcony overlooking the sea.
Modern hotel room with green sofa, dining area, and television.

Junior Suite Sea View

The slightly larger junior suites feature the same amenities as the studios with a combined living/bedroom and offer space for up to 3 people (J2M).

Senior Suite

The senior suites feature the same amenities as the studios but with a separate bedroom and sea view (MM2).

Hotel room with two beds, blue and white decor, and balcony overlooking the sea.
Compact hotel kitchen with microwave, stove, sink, and white cabinets.
Hotel room with yellow sofas, small table, TV, and sea view from balcony.
Balcony with table and chair overlooking sea and cloudy sky.

Meals

U/ÜF/HP/AI

All meals are served buffet-style at the neighboring Rocamar hotel.

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Breakfast (7:30-10:30 a.m.), lunch (12:30-3:00 p.m.), and dinner (6:00-9:30 p.m.) buffet-style/menu (depending on occupancy). During meals, soft drinks, various juices, mineral water, coffee, tea, beer, sparkling wine, and white, red, and rosé wine are offered. Snack selection such as mini-sandwiches, cakes, cookies, ice cream, various juices, coffee, and tea from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Selection of local non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks such as vodka, gin, brandy, whiskey, regional liqueurs, red, white, and rosé wine, sparkling wine, sangria, draft beer, soft drinks, coffee, tea, and cocoa (11:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.).

Sports included

Gym with treadmills and sea view through large windows.
Modern gym with benches, weights, and exercise machines in a hotel setting.
Fitness room at the neighboring Royal Orchid hotel (free until 6:00 p.m., ages 16 and up).

Sports for a fee

Diving school

Entertainment

Weekly entertainment program with folklore night and live music at the Rocamar hotel.

Hotel service

The facilities of the neighboring Rocamar and Royal Orchid hotels (where the central reception for all 3 hotels is located) can be used.
Parking (subject to availability, for a fee, reservations are not possible).
Crib (free of charge, subject to availability).
Wi-Fi (included in hotel areas such as the lobby, bars, restaurants, and in the rooms).
Daily shuttle bus to Funchal, except Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays (for a fee, only available until Jan 26, 2027).

Hotel contact

CAIS DA OLIVEIRA
CAMINHO CAIS DA OLIVEIRA
9125-028 CANICO DE BAIXO
PORTUGAL/MADEIRA
TELEPHONE: 00351-291-934600
E-MAIL: BOOKINGS@ROCAMAR.PT or RLR@ROCAMAR.PT

Sustainability

Travel with a Future provides guidance to make conscious decisions. Our label identifies hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operational 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 established by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

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

This hotel holds the following certification:
  • Green Key

Hotelhinweis

Please note: A tourist tax of €2 per person/night is charged on Madeira (maximum 7 nights; children up to 12 years free). Payment is made on-site at the hotel. Changes are possible.
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Please note that for an occupancy of 2 adults and max. 2 children + baby, a separate baby cot cannot be provided in the parents' room due to space constraints. The baby must sleep in the parents' bed. A separate baby cot is only possible for 2 adults + 1 child + baby.
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Check-in and check-out at the Royal Orchid hotel.
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The hotel is not suitable for people with limited mobility.
There are no handicap-accessible rooms available.
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Various excursion/hiking packages can be booked as an optional add-on in the reservation system:
Hiking Combo Madeira (choose 2 from currently 8 hikes). Description at
www.hotel-beschreibung.de/hotel/FNC501
Hiking Week (for those who want to hike a little more). Description at www.hotel-beschreibung.de/hotel/FNC999

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Seasonal information

The following dress code applies at Christmas and New Year's Eve: "formal".
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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 in 2027 twice over. On May 2nd and May 16th, 2027, up close on one of the stands at the port of Funchal. Book a grandstand ticket (limited availability) for only €47 p.p. in addition to your chosen room with the computer code FNC500.
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Grandstand tickets for CARNIVAL:
From 2027, there will be 2 dates for the colorful parade: you can experience the event up close on Feb 5th and Feb 6th, 2027.
Book your desired room and enter the computer code FNC520 for the bookable grandstand tickets.
Price: €35 per ticket (limited availability)
Evening event starts approx. 8:00 p.m.

Tour operator category

4 Suns ****

Country category

4 Sterne
Last updated: 05.08.2026 12:30