Cloud Bar
1 Estrelícia — Very good in its category. Awarded by the MadeiraInfo editorial team.
Rooftop bar on top of The Next Hotel Madeira on Estrada Monumental, with panoramic views over Funchal Bay and the hotel-zone coastline. Cocktails, small plates and sunset drinks — one of the newer rooftops on the western side of the city, open to non-guests.
About Cloud Bar
Cloud Bar is a rooftop bar in Funchal
Rooftop bars in Funchal share one thing: the view. Order the second drink for the sunset, not the first — the colour over the bay is the actual product.
What to know before you go
- Cards accepted; rounds of poncha or beer are usually paid for at the end.
- Closes around midnight on weekdays, later on weekends.
- Compact indoor space — busy weekend nights can mean standing.
- Taxis around central Funchal run all night and rarely cost more than €6; Bolt is the cheaper backup.
Best time to visit
April to October for the warm evenings. Sunset (~21:00 in midsummer, ~18:00 in winter) is when these venues come alive.
Location
Funchal, Madeira · Open in OpenStreetMap · Google Maps
32.63600, -16.93450
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Frequently asked
Is Cloud Bar good for poncha?+
Cloud Bar serves poncha alongside its main offer, but for a dedicated poncha experience head to a traditional poncha bar in Câmara de Lobos or Funchal's Old Town.
How late does Cloud Bar stay open?+
Cloud Bar usually closes around midnight, a little later on Friday and Saturday.
Does Cloud Bar accept cards?+
Yes — cards and contactless are accepted, alongside cash.
Does Cloud Bar have outdoor seating?+
No — Cloud Bar is an indoor venue.
Is there a dress code at Cloud Bar?+
Casual. Smart-casual is more than enough — Madeira nightlife rarely turns anyone away on what they're wearing.
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