Portugal ∙ Madeira ∙ Funchal

The Views Baia ****
Tour operator category

FNC079
Fitness
Wellness
WLAN
Pool
Air conditioning
Map

Location

The Adults-Only Hotel The Views Baia, bookable for guests aged 18 and over, offers a magnificent view of Funchal and the sea. The old town with its restaurants, bars, and shops is approximately 1.5 km away.
Modern hotel with pool on a rocky outcrop, surrounded by city and hills.
View of a coastal town with mountains, sea, and blue sky in the background
Night view of a lit hotel with pool and city in the background.
View of a coastal city with mountains and sea in the background, taken from a modern building.

Facilities

Pool with sun loungers and umbrellas in sunny weather overlooking the sea and hills.
Swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plant overlooking the sea and mountain landscape.
Aerial view of a modern hotel pool with loungers and umbrellas on a bright terrace.
Pool area with loungers and umbrellas in front of hills under clear sky.
Path leads to a modern hotel building surrounded by palm trees and greenery under clear sky.
Modern hotel corridor with illuminated columns and patterned carpet flooring.
Modern interior with plants, chairs, and a wooden table in a bright setting.
Modern, bright hotel lounge area with sofas and chairs near large windows.
Modern hotel lounge area with large windows and comfortable armchairs
Elegant seating area in a hotel with comfortable armchairs and large windows letting in daylight.
Modern hotel restaurant with stylish ceiling lighting and panoramic windows overlooking the city.
Modern hotel restaurant with round tables and comfortable chairs in warm lighting.
Modern interior with white and brown furniture and decorative wall objects.
Table with elegant plate, cutlery, glasses, and vase with roses overlooking city and sea view.
Elegant hotel dining area with round tables, comfortable seating, and modern lighting.
The modern 4-star complex has a total of 208 rooms and 30 studios. Amenities include two restaurants with panoramic views over the city (the buffet restaurant "BayView" and the à la carte restaurant "Desarma", awarded one 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. The outdoor area features a swimming pool, sun terrace (sunshades, loungers, and cushions are available), 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 charge (DM). Also bookable as a single room (DE) or single room with sea view (DEM). Also available as Double Room Type O (DZO) or Sea View Type O with a special price and limited availability (DMO).

Bright hotel room with two single beds, wooden floor, and balcony with a view.
Modern hotel room with a large double bed and warm lighting.
Two beds with white linens and pillows in a hotel room with a decorative basket in the foreground.
Modern bathroom with large mirror, white sink, and towel rail under the countertop.
Cozy hotel room area with two armchairs, a small table, and a sea view through large windows.
Cozy hotel room with double bed, balcony, and view of the mountains and sea.
Modern hotel room with double bed, wooden floor, and wall-mounted TV.
Modern hotel bathroom with wall-mounted toilet, hairdryer, and mirror above the sink.

Double Room Superior Sea View

The Double Rooms Superior Sea View are located on the 7th and 8th floors and are equipped with a bath/WC, hairdryer, bathrobe, and slippers, a seating area with a table, LCD TV, safe (included), minibar, coffee/tea maker, air conditioning, and a furnished balcony. Guests also receive a welcome package with soft drinks and coffee/tea bags (DMU).

Studio

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

Modern hotel room with large bed, brown accents, and elegant lighting design.
Modern hotel room area with sofa, desk, and terrace overlooking mountains.
Modern kitchen area with wooden furniture, small dining table, chairs, and large window with mountain view.
Modern kitchenette with wooden cabinets, sink, microwave, and woven basket on the table.
Modern hotel room with double bed, nightstands, walk-in closet, and wooden flooring.
Modern hotel room with large bed, TV, and access to a balcony with a view.
Modern bathroom with walk-in shower, large tiles, and indirect lighting.
Modern hotel room with cozy bed and open wardrobe with towels and bottles.

Deluxe Double Room

The Deluxe Double Rooms have been renovated, are 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 a 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 bookable for single occupancy (DD1). Also bookable with sea view (DDM/1DM).

Junior Suite

In addition to the same amenities and services as the Deluxe Double Rooms, the renovated Junior Suites offer a kitchenette, as well as finger food and a bottle of sparkling wine upon arrival (J2D). Optionally bookable with sea view (JDM). Also bookable for single occupancy (J1D/JDE).
(Also bookable under FNCA05 as Junior Suite Deluxe (J2D/J1D) or with sea view (JDM/JDE).)

Modern hotel room with large bed, indirect lighting, and open wardrobe.
Hotel room with large window and balcony offering sea and mountain views.
Modern hotel room with kitchenette, table, and two chairs in warm lighting.

Meals

Breakfast/Half Board

Breakfast and dinner served buffet-style.

Elegant table setting with artfully arranged fruits and desserts beside two place settings.

Sports included

Fitness room, table tennis, and billiards.

Sports for a fee

Paddle tennis

Wellness

Interior with large windows overlooking a pool and hillside cityscape.
Indoor pool with large windows overlooking a city in daylight.
Indoor pool with large windows and lounge chairs in a modern hotel.
A person relaxes in a hot tub overlooking an indoor pool in a hotel.
Interior view of a modern indoor pool with lounge chairs and large glass windows.
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 parking/garage, free of charge, subject to availability).
Wi-Fi.

Hotel contact

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

Hotel features

  • Spa
  • Indoor Pool
  • Fitness
  • Internet
  • Sauna
  • Massages
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air Conditioning
  • Hotel Safe
  • Tennis
  • Adults Only
  • Extended Hygiene Concept
Travel for the Future provides guidance for making conscious choices. 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, and the cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as defined by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

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This hotel has the following certification:
  • Green Key

Note

Adults only hotel (from 18 years of age).
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Various excursion/hiking packages can be booked as optional additional services 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 bit more). Description at www.hotel-beschreibung.de/hotel/FNC999
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The hotel has rooms suitable for disabled guests/wheelchair users near the elevator. Bookable on 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 charged on Madeira (maximum 7 nights; children up to 12 years free). Payment is made on site at the hotel. Changes are possible.

Note

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

Seasonal information

On Christmas and New Year's Eve, the following dress code applies: "festive evening wear" (suit with tie and evening dress).
****************************************Every year, Madeira hosts the famous FLOWER FESTIVAL - the "Festa da Flor". Admire the elaborately decorated floats and be swept away by the zest for life.
Experience this floral event in 2026 twice. On May 3rd and May 17th, 2026, experience it up close from one of the grandstands at Funchal harbour and book a grandstand ticket (limited availability) for just €47 per person with your chosen room using the EDV code FNC500.
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Grandstand tickets for CARNIVAL:
Experience the grand parade on February 6th, 2027 up close.
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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Also 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, take the Funchal Oeste exit on the right, where you will see the fire station. Continue to follow the road, passing 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 on the right, you will find the Hotel The View Baia.
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Please refer to our homepage for car rental conditions: www.mietwagenbedingungen.de

Country category

4 Sterne
Last updated: 16.04.2026 12:57