Tucked away near Palmeiras Beach, PortoBay Serra Golf offers a tranquil retreat with 27 holes of golf and a serene garden. Guests rave about the hotel's attentive staff as they indulge in Avo Micas' breakfast and dinner options, unwind in the sauna or indoor pool, or enjoy bike rentals on site.
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9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Airport transfer
24/7 front desk
Gym
Spa
Pool
Laundry facilities
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurants
Indoor pool
Fitness centre
Sauna
Room service
Spa services
Airport shuttle
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Garden
Car hire on-site
Feel at home (6)
Cots/infant beds (surcharge)
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
The current price is £111
£111
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
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Sítio dos Casais Próximos, Santo da Serra, Santa Cruz, 9100-255
What's nearby
Santo da Serra Golf Club - 14 min walk
Palmeiras Beach - 14 min drive
Madeira Botanical Garden - 22 min drive
Funchal Farmers Market - 24 min drive
Monte Palace Gardens - 25 min drive
Getting around
Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo) - 12 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Snack-Bar Âncora - 8 min drive
Lily's - 5 min drive
José Dias - 5 min walk
Bar e Restaurante Portela Á Vista - 6 min drive
Restaurante A Nossa Aldeia - 8 min walk
About this property
PortoBay Serra Golf
Adjacent to a golf course, PortoBay Serra Golf is a great choice for a stay in Santa Cruz. Guests can indulge in massages or manicures and pedicures, and Avo Micas serves breakfast and dinner. This eco-friendly hotel also features an indoor pool, a fitness centre and a sauna.
Languages
English, Portuguese
At a glance
Hotel size
21 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Half Board rate plans do not include drinks.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free uncovered on-site self-parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast
Restaurant
Room service (limited hours)
Water dispenser
What to do
Pool table
Bike rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
On-site car hire
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Multilingual staff
Bike hire
Pool loungers
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Fitness centre
Adjacent to a golf course
An indoor pool
Spa services
Sauna
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
Local culture and ecosystem education
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive recycling policy
Room amenities
Be entertained
Smart television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Cot/infant bed (surcharge)
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bath only
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages and manicures and pedicures.
Dining
Avo Micas – This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 23.50 per room (one-way)
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for EUR 20.0 per night
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 20.0 per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Drinks are not included in rate plans that include meals.
Property Registration Number 6703
Also known as
Porto Bay Serra Golf Hotel Machico
Porto Bay Serra Golf Machico
Porto Bay Serra Golf Hotel Santa Cruz
Porto Bay Serra Golf Hotel
Porto Bay Serra Golf Santa Cruz
PortoBay Serra Golf Hotel Santa Cruz
PortoBay Serra Golf Hotel
PortoBay Serra Golf Santa Cruz
Porto Bay Serra Golf
PortoBay Serra Golf Hotel
PortoBay Serra Golf Santa Cruz
PortoBay Serra Golf Hotel Santa Cruz
Frequently asked questions
Does PortoBay Serra Golf offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, PortoBay Serra Golf does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at PortoBay Serra Golf?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at PortoBay Serra Golf?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at PortoBay Serra Golf?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by PortoBay Serra Golf?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 23.50 per room one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at PortoBay Serra Golf?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at PortoBay Serra Golf?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Madeira Casino (26-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at PortoBay Serra Golf and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and hiking, and practise your swing on the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a sauna and a fitness centre. PortoBay Serra Golf also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near PortoBay Serra Golf?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Avo Micas.
What's the area around PortoBay Serra Golf like?
PortoBay Serra Golf is a short 4-minute walk from Quinta Da Junta and 8 minutes' walk from Santo da Serra Market.
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PortoBay Serra Golf Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
26 May 2023
Nice and cosy hotel with very friendly staff
Christian
Christian, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
29 Feb 2024
It was close to the airport
Carol
Carol, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
7 Sept 2023
Great value. Property is 15 min drive to Funchal and centrally located of renting a car on Madeira. Beware parking is limited on the property.
Ashley
Ashley, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
25 Aug 2024
There's nothing special to do in the mountain area and the morning is pretty cloudy without view, also there's no view from the room. I expected to have better aroma in the room and in the pool and lobby area.
The bad was soft and comfortable, the bath kit was nice, and the breakfast was good.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
6/10 Good
21 Sept 2024
Staff were nice and tried to please but service was slow. Difficult to get staff attention in the restaurant. The hotel was nice but the area was quite desolate. Very limited options for eating (1 village diner, and a couple of bars)
The golf nearby was excellent and the pick up service was helpful.
We didn’t have a hire car and getting around was hard. We really relied on the pick ups for the guided Levada walks
Nikki
Nikki, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Feb 2025
Fabuleux
Hôtel de charme en altitude dans un lieu d’exception. Notre chambre était spacieuse, confortable et très agréable. Je recommande de prendre le thé sur place avec les scones et gâteaux faits maison. Nourriture excellente et service impeccable. Tout était parfait.
Florence
Florence, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Jan 2025
Jonny
Jonny, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
28 Dec 2024
Hôtel calme, le service peut être amélioré
Hotel au calme, bien entretenu et propre.
Un peu en dessous en terme de service : pas de restauration le soir sans réservation préalable, petit déjeuner un peu tardif à partir de 8h.
CHRISTOPHE
CHRISTOPHE, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
30 Oct 2024
Schönes Landhotel mit Macken!
Schönes Hotel am Land, aber: Zu wenig Sitzplätze im Restaurant (als Hotelgäste konnten wir am Nachmittag für das Abendessen keinen Tisch mehr für 2 Personen reservieren), das Hallenbad hat eine schlechte bzw. gar keine Lüftung (von der Decke tropft es dauernd herunter) und zu wenige Liegen, wir hatten ein Zimmer im "Turm", das ohne Lift nur über eine halsbrecherische Stiege erreichbar war und das Hinauf- und Hinuntertragen der Koffer war eine schweißtreibende Angelegenheit (es gab auch kein Gepäckservice). Ansonsten Zimmer, Frühstück und 1 x Essen im Hotel bezüglich Preis-/Leistung in Ordnung.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Oct 2024
Martin
Martin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Sept 2024
Patryk
Patryk, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Sept 2024
cadre calme et verdoyant, tres bon petit dejeuner, parking, piscine couverte chauffee, petits commerces et resto à qques minutes a pieds.
THIERRY
THIERRY, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
27 Aug 2024
Ottima struttura, posizione tranquilla, personale gentile e molto efficace noi abbiamo avuto una problema con la nostra camera e in poco tempo ci hanno dato un'altra camera.
Mirko
Mirko, 8-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Jun 2024
Thierry
Thierry, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 May 2024
Bon séjour
Hotel de bon augure sur les hauteurs. Bon restaurant et bon petit déjeuner, pas beaucoup de choix proche si on veut diner à l'extérieur. Personnel sympathique. Piscine agréable le soir après avoir randonné dommage que le sauna ne fonctionne pas directement car pas envie de monter à la réception quand on est en maillot de bain !
CAROLE
CAROLE, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
22 Apr 2024
Nana
Nana, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Apr 2024
Es hat uns sehr gut gefallen. Sehr freundliches und zuvorkommendes Personal, sehr sauberes Zimmer und sehr ruhig. Draußen ist ein sehr schöner Park mit Liegemöglichkeiten. Das Hotel liegt auf über 600 m in den Bergen.
Stefan
Stefan, 14-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Mar 2024
Andreas
Andreas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Mar 2024
Allan Weibel
Allan Weibel, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
1 Mar 2024
Niels
Niels, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Dec 2023
Jonny
Jonny, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Nov 2023
Nathalie
Nathalie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Oct 2023
David
David, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Aug 2023
rustig, netjes, prima kamer, uitstekend ontbijt; unieke prijs/waliteit verhouding