Portugal ∙ Madeira ∙ Funchal

Baia Azul ****

FNC076
Fitness
Wellness
WLAN
Pool
Family
Air conditioning
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Location

The modern comfort hotel is located above the sea, directly on the promenade (with direct access through a gate). The shopping center "Forum" with numerous shops, as well as various bars and restaurants, are quickly reachable on foot. The center of Funchal city is approx. 3 km away (local bus connection from the hotel). The seawater swimming pool "Ponta Gorda" is located below the hotel (admission fee applies).
Hotel with pool near the sea and sun terrace under clear sky
Modern white hotel complex with pool and sea view under a blue sky.
Modern white beach cabana with loungers and sea view under clear sky.
A terrace with tables and chairs surrounded by plants overlooking the water at sunset.
Terrace with lounge chairs and sea view on a sunny day
Pool with sun loungers and umbrellas by the sea at sunset
Infinity pool with palm trees and loungers overlooking the sea under a blue sky.
View of a coastal hotel with pool at sunset over the sea.

Facilities

Infinity pool with sun umbrellas and palm trees by calm sea under clear sky
View of a sunny outdoor area with white seating, tables, and the sea in the background.
Sunny terrace with lounge chairs, palm trees, and sea view under clear sky.
Modern white beach cabana with loungers and sea view under clear sky.
Terrace with modern glass table and chairs overlooking the sea under a clear sky.
Modern hotel lounge with comfortable sofas and a view of the outdoor terrace with chairs and round seating pods.
Modern hotel bar area with illuminated counter and hanging wooden swing as seating.
Modern seating area with chairs and tables by large windows overlooking the sea.
Bright hotel lobby with polished marble floors and blue ceiling lighting
Modern lounge area with gray armchairs and large windows at dusk.
Modern hotel bar with illuminated counter and panoramic windows overlooking the city at dusk.
Elegant set table with wine glasses and white napkins in a stylish restaurant.
Bright hotel lobby with modern seating and plants on a round glass table.
Bright lounge interior with comfortable sofas, large windows, and modern decor.
Bright, modern hotel lounge with large windows overlooking a city and mountains.
Terrace with tables, chairs, and straw umbrellas overlooking the sea under a clear sky.
schauinsland-reisen original: The popular holiday hotel is located in the tourist center of Funchal, above the Lido. The hotel has a total of 215 accommodation units spread over 11 floors. Further facilities include 3 elevators, a reception hall with a reception desk, and a bar with access to the panorama terrace on the 6th floor with a fantastic view over the Atlantic. The buffet restaurant "Atlantic" and the à la carte restaurant "Sal" (on the 3rd floor of the hotel), which primarily serves Italian specialties, leave nothing to be desired. On the beautiful sun terrace with a panoramic view, there is the freshwater swimming pool (heated) with a separate children's pool and pool bar. Sun loungers and umbrellas are included in the pool area. Bath towels are free upon arrival (change for a fee).

Accommodation

Double Room Sea View

The modernly designed double rooms with sea view, approx. 25 m², are located in a prime location and face directly towards the sea. Further amenities include a bathroom with shower and toilet, hairdryer, air conditioning, flat-screen TV, kettle, telephone, safe (for a fee), minibar (for a fee), Wi-Fi (included), desk, and a furnished balcony (DM). Also bookable as a double room sea view for single occupancy (DEM).

Modern hotel room with double bed, wall art, and balcony view overlooking the sea.
Modern hotel room with balcony and sea view, bright and cozy furnished.
Modern bathroom with large shower and sink on a long wooden shelf.
Modern hotel room with double bed, wall art, and balcony view overlooking the sea.
Modern hotel room with balcony and sea view, bright and cozy furnished.
Modern bathroom with large shower and sink on a long wooden shelf.

Double Room Type I Sea View

The double rooms with sea view have the same amenities as the double room sea view, but with flexible pricing and a limited contingent (DMI).

Double Room

The double rooms have the same amenities as the double rooms with sea view, but face the land side (D). Also bookable as a Young Traveller Room at a special price (YTR - all travelers must be between 18 and 29 years old). Also bookable as Type O (DZO) with a limited contingent.

Modern hotel room with balcony and sea view, bright and cozy furnished.
Modern bathroom with large shower and sink on a long wooden shelf.
Bright hotel room with bed, blue armchair, and balcony overlooking the sea
Modern bathroom with large shower and sink on a long wooden shelf.

Double Room Type I

The double rooms Type I have the same amenities as the double room, but with flexible pricing and a limited contingent (DI).

Premium Double Room Sea View

The Premium Double Rooms Sea View have the same size and amenities as the double rooms, but are located on the 8th to 11th floors of the hotel, offering spectacular sea views. All premium guests receive the following special services: a bottle of water, fruit basket, and honey cake upon arrival in the room, bathrobes and slippers on loan, free access to the Turkish bath and sauna (with prior reservation at reception), and early check-in/late check-out subject to availability. The safe in the room is free of charge. Furthermore, guests of the premium rooms benefit from exclusive access to the sun terrace on the 10th floor. 1 complimentary dinner in the à la carte restaurant (drinks not included) when booking Premium Double Rooms Sea View with Half Board for a minimum stay of 7 nights (2PM).

Bright hotel room with double bed, balcony overlooking the sea, and modern design.
Modern hotel room with two single beds, blue accents, and balcony overlooking the sea.
Modern bathroom with large shower and sink on a long wooden shelf.
Bright hotel room with two beds, balcony with sea view, and modern decor.
Bright hotel room with bed, blue armchair, and balcony overlooking the sea
Modern bathroom with large shower and sink on a long wooden shelf.

Family Room Sea View

The Family Rooms Sea View consist of 2 standard double rooms with sea view connected by a door and offer ample space of approx. 50 m² for up to 4 people (FM2).

Meals

BB/HB

Breakfast buffet. Dinner buffet or choice of menu (depending on occupancy). If dinner is taken in the à la carte restaurant (reservation required), €13 can be credited towards the HB price.

Three intricately decorated appetizers on a white plate with cherry tomatoes.

Sports included

Fitness room.

Wellness

Equipped with an indoor pool (included), sauna (for a fee), fitness room (included), Turkish bath (for a fee), yoga room, and 3 treatment rooms for applications and massages (for a fee).
Silhouette of a person by an indoor pool with lounge chairs and large windows.
Bright indoor pool with lounge chairs and large windows overlooking the city.
Modern sauna with wood paneling and LED lighting inside a hotel.
Dark spa room with steam-filled bathtub and glowing floor
Modern hotel reception with illuminated mosaic counter and blue patterned walls.

Entertainment

The hotel offers a daily entertainment program.

Hotel Service

Parking and garage space available subject to availability and for a fee.
Conference room (for approx. 300 people).
Laundry service (for a fee).
Cribs can be requested subject to availability (included).
Wi-Fi (included in public areas and hotel rooms).
Bath towels (included upon arrival, change for a fee).

Credit Card

We accept all major credit cards.

Hotel contact

BAIA AZUL
RUA QUINTA CALACA, 1
9004-230 FUNCHAL
PORTUGAL/MADEIRA
TELEPHONE: +351-291-700400
Email: central.reservas@grupocardoso.pt

Hotel features

  • Children's pool
  • Sauna
  • Wi-Fi
  • Fitness
  • Chillout & Relaxation
  • Shopping facilities
  • Indoor pool
  • Family-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Spa
  • Internet
  • Hotel safe
  • Young Traveller
  • Extended hygiene concept
  • schauinsland-reisen original

Sustainability

Travel with a Future provides assistance in making conscious decisions. Our label identifies hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices and actively invest in a more sustainable future. These standards encompass social responsibility, environmental awareness, and the cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as defined by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Further information on sustainability at schauinsland-reisen at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel has the following certification:
  • Green Key
  • Biosphere Responsible Tourism

Information

Please note: a tourist tax of EUR 2 per person/night is charged in Madeira (maximum 7 nights; children up to 12 years free). Payment is made locally at the hotel. Changes are possible.
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Various excursion/hiking packages can be booked as optional additional services in the reservation system:
Star Tour with hotel code FNC444 (request H):
4 excursions including local, German-speaking tour guide, entrance fees as advertised (entrance fees not listed are not included).
Description below.
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Hiking Combo Madeira (choose 2 from currently 8 hikes). Description at www.hotel-beschreibung.de/hotel/FNC501
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Hiking Week (for those who want to hike a bit more). Description at www.hotel-beschreibung.de/hotel/FNC999
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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. Only for 2 adults + 1 child + baby is a separate baby cot possible.
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Barrier-free hotel complex.
Accessible rooms bookable on request (Double Room Sea View/DM).
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No dogs allowed.
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Star Tour Excursion Program (subject to change/daily arrival possible):
Eira do Serrado/Monte (Monday/Thursday): Discover Madeira's most beautiful panoramas on this half-day tour. From Pico dos Barcelos plateau, you overlook Funchal Bay and continue to Eira do Serrado, from where you can look down into the crater of an extinct volcano. At the very bottom lies the village of Curral das Freiras (Valley of the Nuns). Continue to Monte, where you visit the church of Nossa Senhora do Monte. On the way back, you have the opportunity to ride the traditional basket sledges. (Not included in the price)
Porto Moniz (Wednesday/Friday): Departure towards Câmara de Lobos (fishing village where the famous Espada – Black Scabbardfish – is caught). Continue over Cabo Girão (highest steep cape in Europe at 580m), and then the route leads along the coast to Ribeira Brava. From Ponta de Sol, the path leads up to the Paul da Serra plateau (1400m). Finally, descend to Porto Moniz to the natural sea pools. A lunch break will be taken here. The return journey will be via the north coast, passing through Seixal to São Vicente. From there, ascend via the Encumeada pass (1007m), where you can see both the north and south coasts simultaneously. Afterwards, return to Funchal.
Santana (Tuesday/Saturday): Departure into the mountains via Poiso towards Pico do Arieiro (1810m). Descend to Ribeiro Frio. Here you are in the middle of Madeira's laurel forest (Laurisilva), a UNESCO World Heritage site. Continue the journey to Santana, known for its thatched houses. A lunch break will be taken here. Afterwards, head to Pico do Facho. Afterwards, return to Funchal.
Levada and Botanical Garden (Monday/Wednesday): The 4th and final excursion leads us, after approx. 1.5-hour levada walk (difficulty: easy), to the Botanical Garden, famous for its around 3,000 different plant species (entrance fee and guided tour included).
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Excursion days will be announced on site.
No minimum number of participants, guaranteed execution.
Changes to the itinerary are possible.
Days without excursions are at your own disposal. Entrance fees not listed are not included.
All transfers from/to the hotel to the excursion region are included.
In the catalog "Canary Islands · Madeira" Winter 2025/26 on page 218.
In the catalog "Young Stars" 2025/26 on page 104.
In the catalog "Canary Islands · Madeira" Summer 2026 on page 218.

Seasonal information

On Christmas and New Year's Eve, the following dress code applies: "Casual".
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Every year, the famous FLOWER FESTIVAL takes place on Madeira – the "Festa da Flor". Admire the elaborately decorated floats and let yourself be swept away by the zest for life.
Experience this floral event up close on May 3, 2026, from one of the grandstands at Funchal harbor and book a grandstand ticket for only €47 p.p. in addition to your chosen room, using the EDV code FNC500.
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Grandstand tickets for CARNIVAL:
Experience the grand parade up close on February 14, 2026.
Book your desired room and enter the EDV code FNC520 for the bookable grandstand tickets.
Price: €35 per ticket (limited availability)
Evening event – starts approx. 8 PM

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Last updated: 21.02.2026 08:36