Portugal ∙ Madeira ∙ Porto Moniz

Aqua Natura Bay ****
Tour operator category

FNC100
Fitness
Wellness
WLAN
Pool
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Location

The Hotel Aqua Natura Bay is located at the northern end of Madeira, in one of the most beautiful towns on the island. This town is a mandatory stop on any tour, where you can marvel at the picturesque landscape, especially the magnificent waterfalls. The natural swimming pools are located directly in front of the hotel. The hotel is situated in the heart of the UNESCO-protected Laurissilva natural forest zone. Various shops can be found within approximately 100 m. A doctor, pharmacy, and gas station are located approximately 500 m away. The distance to Funchal is about 45 km (approx. 50 minutes by car), and it is about 60 km to the airport (approx. 70 minutes by car).
View of a modern pool area with the sea and forested mountains in the background under cloudy sky.
Infinity pool overlooking the sea and green mountains under a clear sky.

Facilities

Modern hotel lobby with blue seating area, reception desk, and illuminated plant wall design.
Modern hotel lounge with blue armchairs, wooden elements, and bright walls.
Bright hotel restaurant with modern decor and mountain views.
Modern restaurant with wooden furniture and decorative wall design.
Modern hotel lounge area with wooden furniture, wine racks, and plenty of natural light.
Infinity pool overlooking the sea and mountains under a blue sky.
Rooftop terrace with pool, lounge chairs, and sun umbrellas overlooking water and mountains.
The 4-star hotel, newly opened and completely renovated on May 1st, 2021, has a total of 45 rooms (42 double rooms with sea view and 3 family rooms with sea view) spread over 5 floors. Facilities include an entrance area with a 24-hour reception, lobby with seating areas, 2 elevators, the 'Lapa' restaurant, and a bar.

Accommodation

Double room sea view

The double rooms with sea view (approx. 22m²) offer a magnificent view of the sea or a wonderful view of the mountain landscape extending behind the hotel. They are equipped with a bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, complimentary toiletries, safe, minibar, telephone, cable TV, Wi-Fi (included), coffee/tea maker, and a furnished balcony (DM).
Also bookable as a double room with sea view for single use (DEM).
(Additionally bookable under FNCA16 as a double room with sea view for 2 adults + 1 child (KDM)).

Modern hotel room with double bed and balcony overlooking the sea.
Modern hotel room with balcony overlooking lake and mountains under clear sky.
Modern bathroom with round mirror, vanity, bathtub, and blue patterned floor tile.
Balcony with two blue chairs and table overlooking sea and mountains under clear sky.
Modern hotel room with two beds, balcony overlooking the sea, and adjacent bathroom with bathtub.
Modern hotel room with double bed, pink accents, and flat-screen TV on the desk.
Minimalist room with blue seating and open access to terrace with lounge chairs.

Double room deluxe sea view

The very spacious and comfortable rooms (approx. 32m²) with sea view feature two balconies with different views as well as a bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, complimentary toiletries, safe, minibar, telephone, cable TV, Wi-Fi (included), and coffee/tea maker (DDM).
Also bookable for single use at an extra charge (DME).
(Additional contingent bookable under FNCA16 as double room type I (MDI) and as double room deluxe sea view 2 adults + 1 child (K3K)).

Double room superior sea view

The double rooms superior with sea view (approx. 32m²) are furnished in a modern and urban style. They offer a fantastic view and are equipped with a bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, complimentary toiletries, safe, minibar, telephone, cable TV, Wi-Fi (included), coffee/tea maker, and a balcony (DMU).
Also bookable for single use at an extra charge (DME).
(Additionally bookable under FNCA16 as DSM and for occupancy with 2 adults + 1 child (KMY)).

Modern hotel room with sea view, double bed, and balcony seating area.
Bright hotel room with large bed, pink accents, and wooden wall elements.
Modern hotel room with balcony and adjacent bathroom with shower.
Modern hotel bathroom area with freestanding tub and mountain view.
Modernly furnished hotel room with double bed, chair, and large mirror.
Modern hotel room with dining table, sofa, rug, and wall-mounted flat screen TV.
Modern living room with gray sofa, rug, and open kitchen in the background.
Modern bathroom with round mirror, large sink, and bathtub with shower screen.

Family room

The spacious rooms, specifically designed for families (approx. 43m²), offer the possibility to accommodate up to 3 adults and 2 children. The room features a bedroom with a double bed and an extra bed, a living room with a sofa bed and kitchenette, as well as a bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, complimentary toiletries, safe, minibar, telephone, cable TV, Wi-Fi (included), coffee/tea maker, and a balcony with a view towards the mountains/town (DF3).
(Additionally bookable under FNCA16 with sea view (F2M/F1M/FA2/KFM/F3M)).

Meals

BB/HB

The 'Lapa' restaurant, with one of the most fascinating views of the Atlantic Ocean, is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner (each served as a set menu).

Table set with plates and drinks at a sunny outdoor spot overlooking nature.

Sports included

Fitness room (open daily from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.).
Modern gym with equipment, weights, and large windows overlooking the outside.

Sports for a fee

Diving and snorkeling (offered by local third-party providers).

Wellness

Modern indoor pool in bright room with columns and loungers for relaxation.
Modern hot tub in a well-lit room overlooking a green garden.
Woman receiving a facial mask at the spa, lying relaxed with a towel wrapped around her head.
Bright wellness room with massage table, towels, and a table with flowers.
Wellness and health center (open daily from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m., admission included) with outdoor swimming pool, sun terrace with sun loungers, indoor pool (heated), whirlpool, sauna, and Turkish bath. Massages and beauty treatments (for a fee).

Hotel service

Wi-Fi (included in public hotel areas and in the rooms).
Laundry/ironing service (on request, for a fee).
Parking (subject to availability, included).
Pool towels (included).

Credit card

Diners Club, MasterCard, Visa, and ATM.

Hotel features

  • Chill-out & Relaxation
  • Shopping facilities
  • Fitness
  • Indoor pool
  • Hotel safe
  • Internet
  • Massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Diving
  • Wi-Fi
  • Enhanced hygiene concept

Sustainability

"Reisen mit Zukunft" (Travel with a Future) provides guidance to help you make 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, as well as cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as defined by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

For further information on the topic of sustainability at Schauinsland-Reisen, please visit: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel has the following certification:
  • Green Key

Hotelhinweis

Please note: A tourist tax of 2 EUR per person/night is charged on Madeira (maximum 7 nights; children up to 12 years are free). Payment is made locally at the hotel. Subject to change.
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Check-in: from 2 p.m.
Check-out: until 12 p.m.
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Hotel contact:
Aqua Natura Bay
Rua do Forte de Sao Joao Baptista, 7
9270-095 Porto Moniz (Madeira)
Portugal
Phone: +351 291 850 150
Fax: +351 291 850 155
E-mail: info@aquanaturabay.com

Seasonal information

A traditional folk festival takes place every year between the end of July and the beginning of August (the entire town can become a bit livelier from the afternoon until late in the evening).
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The following dress code applies at Christmas and New Year's Eve: "casual".
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Additionally bookable under FNCA16

Tour operator category

4 Suns ****

Arrival by car

Directions from Funchal Airport (FNC):
Coming from the airport, follow the expressway towards Funchal (15 km). Past Funchal and Câmara de Lobos, continue towards Ribeira Brava (14 km). There, turn onto the road towards São Vicente (16 km), from where you will eventually reach the road towards Porto Moniz (15 km). In Porto Moniz, you will see signs for the hotel.
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Country category

4 Sterne
Last updated: 13.06.2026 02:16