Apartment

Casa Baleia Orca (Orca Whale House)

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A hotel room with a bed, two nightstands, a ceiling light, and a skylight.
A small, enclosed outdoor area with yellow walls, a tiled floor, a door, a wicker chair, a small table with a plant, and a potted plant on a shelf.
A room with two blue armchairs, a small round table with a starfish decoration, a fluffy rug, and a tall floor lamp.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a dining area with a white table and chairs.
A beige sofa with blue pillows, a small potted plant, and a woven basket in a room with a sloped ceiling and wooden flooring.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Microwave
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Caniçal, Madeira
  • Place, Whale Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Sao Lourenco Point
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Machico Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

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About the area

Machico

Machico is home to this apartment. CR7 Museum and Whale Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Santo da Serra Market and Funchal Farmers Market. Madeira Whale Museum and Aquaparque Madeira are also worth visiting. With power boating and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Caniçal, Madeira

What's nearby

  • Whale Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sao Lourenco Point - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Machico Beach - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Funchal Marina - 30 min drive - 33.7 km
  • CR7 Museum - 31 min drive - 34.1 km

Getting around

  • Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maré Alta - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪World Café - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Talhadas - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪O Pescador - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sabor - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa Baleia Orca (Orca Whale House) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Casa Baleia Orca (Orca Whale House)?

As of 12 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Casa Baleia Orca (Orca Whale House) on 1 Dec 2026 start from AU$350, 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.

How much is parking at Casa Baleia Orca (Orca Whale House)?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Casa Baleia Orca (Orca Whale House)?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Baleia Orca (Orca Whale House)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa Baleia Orca (Orca Whale House) located?

Situated in Machico, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Whale Museum and Madeira Whale Museum. Sao Lourenco Point is 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful stay

We had a nice stay here with no problems. Very kind host, fast communication and a good time in Caniçal!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov 2025
Hi Larissa, Thank you very much for sharing your experience with us. We are delighted to know that you enjoyed your stay in Caniçal and that our communication met your expectations. It was a pleasure hosting you and we truly appreciate your kind words. We look forward to welcoming you again whenever you return to Madeira. Warm regards, Whaler's Houses Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Caniçal Stay

A clean, well-located apartment with a great little balcony that adds just the right touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov 2025
Hello Ms. Kontonis, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your feedback. We are delighted that your stay was enjoyable and that our apartment met your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you again whenever you return to Madeira. Best regards, Whaler’s Houses Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Less then a minutes walk to the sea and close to canical’s local amenities. The Orca Whale House is such a beautiful, clean and comfortable place to stay. The space is finished to a high standard, with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Check-in and check-out was super easy and we’d definitely stay again if we come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic!

Beautiful apartment, comfy bed, great location, great hosts, loved it here, highly recommend, no complaints & would stay again 🙏
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov 2025
Hello Ms. Roberts, Thank you very much for visiting us and for sharing your feedback about your stay at Whaler’s Houses. We are happy to know that we have been able to meet your expectations, and we feel that comments like yours are the best reward for the passion we put into what we do. We invite you to return to our houses whenever you choose to visit Madeira again in the future. Best regards, Whaler’s Houses Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Logement très propre et bien équipé.Endroit très agréable.On a aimé le lieu. Parking dans la rue sans difficultés (en novembre).
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Parfait que ce soit du logement et de l’emplacement.

Randonnées, plage et visites voici quel a été notre programme. Madeira a été une très belle découverte pour nous, séjour à renouveler !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov 2025
Dear Mr. Garbay, We sincerely appreciate your excellent rating and are delighted that your stay was so enjoyable. It is wonderful to know that Madeira left such a positive impression, and we would be honored to welcome you back on a future visit. Warm regards, Whaler’s Houses Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov 2025
Hello Mr. Alonso, We really appreciate your review of our houses. We hope to see youagain when you visit Madeira in the future! Best regards, Whaler’s Houses Team
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