Portugal ∙ Madeira ∙ Funchal

Pestana Grand Ocean Premium Resort *****
Tour operator category

FNC040
Fitness
Wellness
WLAN
Pool
Family
Air conditioning
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Location

Surrounded by a beautiful 5,000 m² tropical garden, the hotel is situated on a cliff in Ponta da Cruz with direct access to the promenade, offering dreamlike views of the Atlantic Ocean and Cabo Girao. It is approx. 5 km to the center of Funchal and approx. 35 minutes by car (approx. 22 km away) to the airport. A bus stop is located near the hotel.
Hotel on cliff edge overlooking blue sea and forested hills in the background.
Modern hotel with curved pool and sea view, surrounded by palm trees.
Aerial view of a coastal hotel featuring multiple pools and landscaped gardens.
Large hotel with pools on the coast, surrounded by greenery and mountains.
View of a modern Grand Hotel with balcony, pool, and sea in the background.

Facilities

Hotel pool overlooking the sea and palm trees under a clear blue sky.
Hotel pool with palm trees and glass railing at sunset reflecting clear sky in the water.
Modern hotel building with large outdoor pool and palm trees under a clear sky.
Modern restaurant with wooden furniture and view of hotel buildings through large windows.
Modern restaurant area with wooden tables, red tablecloths, and white-set glasses.
Hotel dining area with set tables and buffet against a stone wall.
Spacious hotel lobby with large windows overlooking garden and sea.
Bright hotel lobby with large reception, wall art, and windows overlooking the sea.
The 8-story hotel has 183 rooms spread over 5 floors and offers a large lobby, bar, lounge, conference rooms, Wi-Fi (included in public areas and rooms), hairdresser, games room, and a billiards room. There is a wide selection of different restaurants (à-la-carte restaurants included in half-board with reservation). From Moroccan cuisine at the "Au Tagine" restaurant and Italian delicacies at the "Trattoria de la Fontana" to traditional Portuguese dishes at the "Cabo Girao" grill restaurant and international themed buffets at the main restaurant 'Atrium'. In the garden area, there is a seawater pool landscape (approx. 1,000 m²), a pool/snack bar, and a sun terrace with sun loungers, bath towels, and umbrellas.

Accommodation

Double room

The modern double rooms are non-smoking and feature a bathroom with bathtub, toilet, hairdryer, air conditioning, minibar (water & soft drinks included with refill for a fee), tea and coffee maker (refill upon request), safe (included), Wi-Fi (included), cable TV, and a balcony or terrace. Double rooms with side sea view or sea view can be booked for an extra charge.

Modern hotel room with double bed, seating area, and balcony overlooking plants.
Modern hotel room with bed, desk, TV, and mountain view through large windows.
Modern hotel room with double bed, wooden floor, and seating area with table and chair.
Modern hotel room with two single beds and seating area by a large window.

Single room

Single rooms are double rooms for single use. Double rooms for single use with side sea view can be booked for an extra charge.

Balcony with two wooden chairs and sea view at a coastal hotel.
Bright hotel room with two single beds, round window, and warm lighting.
Bright hotel room with wooden floor, blue sofa, floral chairs, and small workspace.
Bright living room with wooden floor, blue sofa, two armchairs, and balcony view of the sea.

Suite sea view

The suites feature the same amenities as the double rooms and include an additional living area, 2 balconies, and sea views.

Family room

The spacious family rooms are approx. 39 m² and equipped like the double rooms. They have a furnished balcony overlooking the hotel garden, with partial side sea views of the Atlantic Ocean. These rooms consist of a bedroom with two single beds and an additional sofa bed.

View into a hotel room with kitchenette, sofa, bed, and window with curtains.
Modern hotel bathroom with sink, large mirror, and bathtub with shower fixture.
Modern hotel room with double bed, sofa, and wooden floor.
Hotel room with two beds, seating area, desk, and sea view through large windows.

Double room Superior sea view

The Superior double rooms with sea view are equipped like the standard double rooms and feature a balcony, sea view, and are located on the fourth floor.

Meals

HB/FB

Breakfast and dinner in buffet style (both in the main restaurant 'Atrium'). Lunch is offered à-la-carte.
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Dinner can also be enjoyed in one of the 3 themed restaurants (Italian, Moroccan, or Madeiran cuisine) upon reservation. Furthermore, it is possible to choose lunch (à-la-carte) instead of dinner.

Buffet area in a hotel with warm lighting and a central stone centerpiece.

Sports included

Fitness activities such as yoga, Pilates, aqua gym, and table tennis as part of the weekly program.

Sports for a fee

Diving courses and excursions (external provider, not directly at the hotel) and green fee discounts at the Santo da Serra and Palheiro golf courses.

Wellness

Health Center: small gym, sauna, whirlpool, Turkish bath, and indoor pool. Wellness and beauty treatments for a fee.
Indoor pool with blue and white tiled basin and large windows for daylight.
Modern indoor pool with large round window and columns in a hotel.
Indoor pool area with pillars, beige tiles, and large windows in a hotel.

Entertainment

Various weekly programs.

Hotel service

Cot (subject to availability)
Parking (subject to availability and for a fee)
Wi-Fi included in rooms and public areas.
Hairdresser (for a fee)
Room service (for a fee)
Laundry service (for a fee)

Credit card

Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club.

Hotel features

  • Indoor pool
  • Spa
  • Luxury travelers
  • Golf
  • Sauna
  • Diving
  • Fitness
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Hotel safe
  • Kids club/Miniclub
  • Children's playground
  • Children's pool
  • Massages
  • Internet
  • Bicycle rental
  • Near the beach
  • Family-friendly
  • Enhanced hygiene concept

Sustainability

"Travel with a Future" provides guidance for making conscious choices. Our label identifies hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices and are actively investing in a more sustainable future. These standards cover social responsibility, environmental awareness, as well as cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as established by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Further information on the topic of sustainability at schauinsland-reisen can be found at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel holds the following certification:
  • Green Key

Hotelhinweis

Various excursion/hiking packages can be booked as optional extras in the reservation system:
Hiking combo Madeira (choose 2 out of currently 8 hikes). Description at www.hotel-beschreibung.de/hotel/FNC501
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Hiking week (for those who want to hike a little more). Description at www.hotel-beschreibung.de/hotel/FNC999
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Please note: A tourist tax of €2 per person/night is charged on Madeira (maximum 7 nights; children up to 12 years free). Payment is made locally at the hotel. Changes are possible.
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The hotel has 1 room suitable for disabled guests/wheelchair users with a land view. Booking available on request.
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Dogs are not allowed!
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Check-in: from 3:00 PM
Check-out: until 12:00 PM

Zusatzhinweis

Hotel contact:
PESTANA GRAND OCEAN PREMIUM RESORT
RUA PONTA DA CRUZ 23; 9000-103 FUNCHAL
PORTUGAL/MADEIRA
TELEPHONE: 00351-291-707400
FAX: 00351-291-761024
E-MAIL: RESERVAS.PORTUGAL@PESTANA.COM

Seasonal information

At Christmas and New Year's Eve, the following dress code applies: "smart casual".
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Every year, the famous FLOWER FESTIVAL takes place on Madeira - the "Festa da Flor". Marvel at the elaborately decorated floats and let yourself be carried away by the zest for life.
Experience this floral event twice in 2026. On May 3rd and May 17th, 2026, experience it up close from one of the grandstands at the harbor of Funchal and book a grandstand ticket (limited availability) for only €47 p.p. in addition to your chosen room with EDV code FNC500.
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Grandstand tickets for CARNIVAL:
From 2027, there will be 2 dates for the colorful parade: on February 5th and February 6th, 2027, you can experience the event up close.
Book your preferred room and add the EDV code FNC520 for the bookable grandstand tickets.
Price: €35 per ticket (limited availability)
Evening event starts approx. 8:00 PM

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Arrival by car

Directions from Funchal Airport (FNC): From the airport, take the expressway towards Funchal. At exit no. 8 ("Funchal/Hospital"), turn left and drive straight past the hospital. Continue straight until you reach the main road "Estrada Monumental". At the traffic light, turn right and follow the road towards Camara de Lobos. The shopping center "Madeira Forum" will appear on the left; turn left there. You will see the Pestana Grand Ocean Premium Resort on the left. **************************************** Please see our homepage for rental car terms and conditions: www.mietwagenbedingungen.de

Country category

5 Sterne
Last updated: 13.06.2026 02:17