Portugal ∙ Madeira ∙ Funchal

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

FNC040
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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 a fantastic view of the Atlantic Ocean and Cabo Girao. It is approximately 5 km to the center of Funchal and about 35 minutes by car to the airport (approx. 22 km away). 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 features 183 rooms spread over 5 floors and offers a large lobby, bar, lounge, conference rooms, Wi-Fi (included in public areas and rooms), hairdresser, game room, and a billiard room. There is a wide selection of different restaurants (à-la-carte restaurants included in half-board with reservation). Options range from Moroccan cuisine at the "Au Tagine" restaurant to Italian delicacies at the "Trattoria de la Fontana," traditional Portuguese dishes at the "Cabo Girao" grill restaurant, and international theme buffets at the main restaurant, 'Atrium'. The garden area features a saltwater pool complex (approx. 1,000 m²), a pool/snack bar, and a sun terrace with sun loungers, beach towels, and umbrellas.

Accommodation

Double Room

The modern double rooms are non-smoking and feature a bathroom with bathtub, WC, 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. Double rooms with side sea view or double rooms with sea view are available 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 are available 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 with Sea View

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

Family Room

The spacious family rooms are approx. 39 m² and are equipped like the double rooms. They feature a furnished balcony with views of the hotel garden, with some offering 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.

Superior Double Room with Sea View

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

Meals

HB/FB

Breakfast and dinner are served buffet-style (both in the main 'Atrium' restaurant). Lunch is offered à-la-carte.
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Dinner can also be enjoyed in one of the 3 theme restaurants upon reservation (Italian, Moroccan, or Madeiran cuisine). It is also possible to take 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 aerobics, 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 Santo da Serra and Palheiro Golf courses.

Wellness

Health Center: small gym, sauna, whirlpool, Turkish steam bath, and indoor pool. Wellness and beauty treatments available 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 Services

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

Credit Card

Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club.

Hotelhinweis

Various excursion/hiking packages are available as optional add-ons in the reservation system:
Madeira Hiking Combo (choose 2 from 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 are free). Payment is made locally at the hotel. Changes are possible.
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The hotel has 1 disabled/wheelchair-friendly room with land view. Booking available on request.
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Dogs are not allowed!
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Check-in: from 3 PM
Check-out: until 12 PM

Sustainability

With our "Travel with a Future" label, we identify hotels that verifiably meet recognized sustainability standards. These include standards recognized by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) and the Tourism Sustainability Certifications Alliance (TSCA). Currently, around 20% of the hotels in our program meet these criteria and have been audited through independent certification processes. This product line offers our guests additional guidance when selecting their accommodation.

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

This hotel holds the following certification:
  • Green Key (valid until 27.06.2027)

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

The following dress code applies on Christmas and New Year's Eve: "smart casual".
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Every year, the famous FLOWER FESTIVAL ("Festa da Flor") takes place on Madeira. Marvel at the elaborately decorated floats and get swept away by the joy of life.
Experience this floral event twice in 2027. Up close on May 2nd and May 16th, 2027, from one of the stands at Funchal harbor. You can book a grandstand ticket (limited availability) for only €47 p.p. in addition to your chosen room with the code FNC500.
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Grandstand tickets for CARNIVAL:
From 2027, there are 2 dates for the colorful parade: you can experience the event up close on February 5th and 6th, 2027.
Book your desired room and enter the code FNC520 for the bookable grandstand tickets.
Price: €35 per ticket (limited availability)
Evening event starts approx. 8 PM

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Country category

5 Sterne
Last updated: 30.09.2026 20:02