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Overview of Hotel Orca Praia

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On the beach, black sand, beach towels
Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool

Hotel Orca Praia

3 out of 5

4.6/5 Wonderful

Guests rated this property 4.6/5 for cleanliness.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Pet Friendly
  • Spa

Cleaning and safety practices

  • Cleaned with disinfectant
  • Contactless check-in
  • 72-hour vacancy between guest room stays

Explore the area

    Popular LocationFormosa Beach1 min drive
    Popular LocationBarreiros Stadium6 min drive
    Popular LocationComplexo Balnear do Lido13 min drive
    AirportFunchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo)22 min drive

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  • Twin Room, Sea View

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    5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 301 sq ft
    • Sea view
    • Sleeps 3
    • 2 Single Beds
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  • Family Suite

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    Room amenities

    • Sea view
    • Sleeps 4
    • 2 Single Beds
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  • Twin Room, Sea View (Single Use)

    Photos of Twin Room, Sea View (Single Use)

    Room amenities

    • 301 sq ft
    • Sea view
    • Sleeps 1
    • 2 Single Beds
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  • Junior Suite

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    Room amenities

    • Sea view
    • Sleeps 3
    • 2 Single Beds
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About this area

Funchal

Located in Funchal, Hotel Orca Praia is on the beach. Complexo Balnear do Lido and Funchal Marina are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Formosa Beach and Monte Palace Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Madeira Stadium. Enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking, or hop on a moped for hire nearby and explore all the area has to offer.
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What's nearby

  • Formosa Beach - 1 min drive
  • Barreiros Stadium - 6 min drive
  • Madeira Congress Center - 7 min drive
  • Madeira Casino - 12 min drive
  • Complexo Balnear do Lido - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • El Mexicano - 3 min drive
  • O Barqueiro - 3 min drive
  • Papa Manuel - 3 min drive
  • Dona Nina - 3 min drive
  • Magic Tea House - 4 min drive
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About this property

Hotel Orca Praia

3-star hotel on the beach, near Formosa Beach
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool and a bar/lounge. Free self-service breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a poolside bar, a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli are on-site. All 128 rooms offer free WiFi, furnished balconies and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Minibars, rainfall showerheads and hairdryers are among the other amenities available to guests.
Hotel Orca Praia offers 128 forms of accommodation with minibars and a safe. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bidets and hairdryers.

This Funchal hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic and reflexology.

Awards and affiliations

Green/Sustainable Property
This property participates in Green Key (nogle), a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: The Environment, the community, the cultural heritage and the local economy.

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter
Follows the regional cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean & Safe (Portugal)
Follows the industry cleaning and disinfection practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)

Social distancing

Contactless check-in and check-out
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Guest rooms kept vacant for 72 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Masks and gloves available
Hand sanitiser provided
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • On-site parking is wheelchair accessible

Food and drink

  • Free self-service breakfast available daily 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 poolside bar and 1 bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa services

Family friendly

  • Babysitting/childcare (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Lift
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Languages spoken

  • English
  • French
  • German
  • Portuguese
  • Spanish

Outdoors

  • Beachfront location
  • Garden

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - hot stone
  • Massage - sports
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Reflexology

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Beach towels
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hairdryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • TV channels
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Minibar

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony

More

  • Desk
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 2:00 PM - anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15, per pet, plus a deposit of EUR 15 per night
Dogs and cats only
Up to 11 lbs/5 kg
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 60.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at the time of service, check-in or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: EUR 15 per night
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 30 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 60.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Property registration number 6169

We should mention

24-hour pool access
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hotel Orca Praia
Hotel Orca Praia Funchal
Orca Praia
Orca Praia Funchal
Orca Praia Hotel
Orca Praia Hotel Madeira/Funchal
Hotel Orca Praia Hotel
Hotel Orca Praia Funchal
Hotel Orca Praia Hotel Funchal

Frequently asked questions

Can I cancel my reservation for free at Hotel Orca Praia and receive a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Orca Praia offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to Hotel Orca Praia cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Orca Praia?
As of 3 Mar 2021, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Orca Praia on 23 Mar 2021 start from £77, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does Hotel Orca Praia have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.
Is Hotel Orca Praia pet-friendly?
Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs with a maximum weight of up to 5 kg per pet. There's a deposit of EUR 15 per night and a fee of EUR 15 per pet. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking at Hotel Orca Praia?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Hotel Orca Praia?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM - anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of EUR 30 (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Hotel Orca Praia?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for EUR 30 (subject to availability).
Where is Hotel Orca Praia located?
Nestled on the beach, this São Martinho hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Formosa Beach and Complexo Balnear do Lido. Madeira Congress Center and CR7 Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).
4.6
Wonderful
Rating 5 - Excellent. 19 out of 34 reviews
5 - Excellent 56%
Rating 4 - Good. 15 out of 34 reviews
4 - Good 44%
Rating 3 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
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4.6/5

Cleanliness

4.4/5

Staff & service

4.1/5

Amenities

4.3/5

Property conditions & facilities
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5/5 Excellent

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

5/5 Excellent

Happy face iconLiked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the location of the hotel is perfect for relaxing holidays, the view from the balcony is breathtaking. the hotel is very clean and safe. all staff is very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

5/5 Excellent

Happy face iconLiked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
More like 4 star - highly recommend
This is a lovely hotel to relax in. My room was spacious, balcony was massive and private (I think all the rooms have balconies but some balconies are smaller and less private, my room no. was 816). Very clean and nicely decorated. It's so close to the beach that you can hear the waves from the room which is heaven and if that's not your thing the doors are soundproof. Best view I've had in a hotel (just the ocean). It's about 15 mins to the centro by bus, the hotel has a free shuttle service and the bus stop is just outside with a regular service. There is a black sand beach in front of the hotel, really pretty. The food was good, varied. Restaurant near it is worth a visit. If you are covid cautious, this place is for you. They take it very seriously (e.g. disinfected my suitcase on arrival, disinfected salt shakers when setting the table etc.) and it sets a good tone in the hotel e.g. ppl don't get in the same lift. They take your temp at check in and having masks, gloves and gel is mandatory (they made me buy gloves as I didn't have any). I felt very covid safe here. The only negative was that the service wasn't great. Only met 1-2 nice people on the front desk and otherwise, I found the staff to be a bit abrupt, questions about activities were met with responses about QR codes. Professional but not overly hospitable. There are steep gradients to the hotel and pool/beach! Overall my stay was super relaxing and I would certainly stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

4/5 Good

Business traveller
Happy face iconLiked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The front desk person that attend me was no nice. Has an actitude and kind of rude. The parking is terrible
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

5/5 Excellent

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

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