Hotel Orca Praia

Really worth it , we really build strong memories there .! Sea view , enjoyable weather for December. We planned to go again , hopefully same place same hotel , very nice winter break Ighly recommend hotel Orca praïa . Thank you jet2 holidays.

We have been three times to the Orca Pria Hotel. The location is superb as all the rooms over look the sea. There is no road between the hotel and the pebble beach, just a lovely coastal path. We love the quiet position of the hotel, it is situated approximately 2 miles from the centre of Funchal. There is a courtesy bus from the hotel to the centre of Funchal or you can take the local bus which operates a frequent service. The staff could not have been more helpful, our room was kept spotlessly clean and the food was excellent. The sunsets over the ocean are spectacular!

Excellent hotel with great food. Only issue was the steepness of the path to the pool. Den injured her ankle and couldn't walk down. Needs a lift to the pool. There is no indoor pool which would have been good. Overall a most pleasant place to stay with great views from the rooms.

Although listed as Funchal situated 6km away from the centre, there was a complimentary bus shuttle between hotel and city. Disadvantage not having its own bar, there again there were plenty of decent resteraunts and bars in the vicinity. Overall a very good experience for my first visit to the island.

We stayed here for 3 nights, on a short stay break. When we arrived we did have to wait as our room was not ready but it wasn't a huge issue we just had a walk down to the beach bar! The staff kindly held our luggage in the reception for us. When we got to our room it was clean, bright and overall we thought it was just fine. The balcony with sea view is amazing! However, the brown blankets were not very appealing but only too look at. They were clean. That is what matters. Also, needed an extra pillow, one isn't enough for me. My only fault would be the buffet, by 20:20hrs the main deserts had run out, when i asked I was told the chef had finished. Not great when the buffet is open until 21:30hrs. Food was OK, maybe require a few more labels to say what it is as we were a little unsure at times. Staff were friendly and happy all bar one who was a bit sour faced. Overall it was a pleasant stay. The hill is very steep to the pool and beach but so is the whole of Madeira. It could be an issue for small children or people with mobility restrictions but the majority of hotels look the same it's because they're built on a steep hill.

Brilliant relaxing family holiday, would just say it was a wee bit out of the capital Funchal but the local buses were regularly and easy, driver's very helpful. Only downside was a very steep steps and hill path all the way down to the pool, not good if your not fit.

Very clean but shabby with plastic coating pealing from chairs in the room. Kettle at extra. OST 1euto per day, no fridge, although available at cost of approx 2euro per day. Safe faculty 15 Euro per week plus 30 Euro deposit. Everything adding up. No local supermarket or restaurants. Entertainment poor. Steep climb up and down to beech and pool. Courtesy bus only operates Monday to Friday.. although bus stop outside Hotel, Sunday service is not very frequent, good job we are fit and acftive we loved Madeira but would not stay here again or recommend.

Lovely hotel set on the cliff with wonderful sea views from every room. Rooms are spacious and very clean. Large balcony. Staff are friendly. Breakfast which was included was impressive with a wide selection and altered slightly each day. Lovely bar next to pool located next to the coastal path and beach. Dolphins could be heard every night. Rooms were all quiet which made for a relaxing break. Location quiet but courtesy bus offered in the day to Funchal

Altogether a very pleasant hotel, Good position etc. The downside was the availability of public transport into Funchal, and the steep descent and assent at the hotel. If you wished to have a meal other than in the hotel, a bit of a walk along the promenade. Overall most things were very acceptable. I would rata the Orca Praia nearer a 4 star than a 3.

fantastic location,although 5-6 kms away from funchal,it is not an issue as courtesy bus service and public bus available at doorstep , i would highly recommend this hotel,but it is located in a cliff, and have to climb down a bit to go to the beach ,so may not be suitable for elderly with mobility problems if they want easy access to beach

This hotel is classed as 3 star but could easily be 4 the rooms are clean and comfortable and very big the bathrooms are very modern and well equipped with hairdryer and toiletries. The balconies all have a sea view and catch the sun all day even in October. The televisions are flat screen and have plenty of English language channels. the only downside is the walk uphill from the pool area, but when down there the access to the sea front is easy and there are a few good bars and restaurants along there if you turn to your left.

A TRANQUIL paradise built on black lava rock. The views out to sea are stunning, the gardens are amazing and the staff can't do enough to help you. Leave your patio doors open at night and listen to the sound of the waves . I'm here to edit a novel and have hardly been out. Why bother everything is here? Return home totally relaxed. As the saying goes, "I will be back."

Orca Praia is located in a quiet sea front area a 20 minute easy and convenient bus ride from centre of Funchal. We love it, stayed in 2015 and again July 2016. Recommend getting a junior suite, large room with very big sea view balcony. A few beach bars, which serve good food and a very good local restaurant near hotel road entrance but menus is a bit limited, easy to hop on bus and eat in livelier Funchal. Long steep slope down to pool and beach would make it difficult for elderly or those with trouble walking. 20 minute walk to the nearby fishing village. A very relaxed hotel, excellent staff, everything is kept clean and spotless, house keeping staff were meticulous, lovely pool area - never ever had difficulty getting sunbeds. We will definitely return again someday. If you want a relaxing location where you are able to dip into livelier areas this is a hotel that you must try. Most of the hotels in Funchal still need a bus journey to reach the centre - so the benefit of this location is that you are always on the bus first.... try it you will not be disappointed.

Lovely Hotel, rooms are clean & modern, staff are friendly and helpful. Restaurant not amazing - fairly basic but very edible & clean - for the price was more than a fair deal. Most of all -stunning location metres from the sea. Would defintley stay again