Overview
Standing proudly atop the Ponta da Cruz cliff, with striking ocean views is the Pestana Grand. With an onsite gym, spa, vast sun terrace and seafront promenade running right by the front of the hotel, you can spend your time under the sun being...
Standing proudly atop the Ponta da Cruz cliff, with striking ocean views is the Pestana Grand. With an onsite gym, spa, vast sun terrace and seafront promenade running right by the front of the hotel, you can spend your time under the sun being as active or as relaxed as you wish. There is a small selection of restaurants to choose from onsite so that you can enjoy various different types of cuisine without even needing to leave the hotel, but should you wish to venture outside of the hotel, a selection of shops, bars and restaurants are all within easy reach.
Distance to the nearest beach
Praia Formosa is within walking distance of the Pestana Grand.
Distance from resort centre
The hotel is located in a popular spot below Funchal and is surrounded by a small number of restaurants, shops and bars.
Distance from airport
Madeira Airport is approximately 23km away from the Pestana Grand.
Pools
Restaurant
Bar
Gym
Beach
Shuttle
Spa
Wifi
For Families
All-Inclusive
If you choose to go all inclusive, the programme generally consists of breakfast (8am to 10.30am), lunch (1pm to 3pm) and dinner (7pm to 9.30pm), all buffet style, served in the main restaurant. During meals soft drinks, beer, water and wine are usually offered. Locally produced alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks like water, wine, soft drinks, beer and spirits are usually served from 11am to 10pm (except during meal times).
Details may be subject to change. You will be provided with full details of the all-inclusive programme on arrival at the hotel.
4.6
Google reviews (2124)
Alice Bowen
This is a lovely hotel, the room is beautiful, tasteful, and comfortable. Unquestionably the most elegant and friendly hotel I've stayed in. Also, the staff are really kind, and helpful, full of useful advice in how to make the most of our stay, and happy to oblige in whatever way they can. We have eaten several meals, and not only is the presentation pleasing, but the food is delicious, a good range of dishes, too. I had a particularly good plate of perch in saffron sauce at dinner last night, and their homemade peanut butter is to die for. Thank for for a delightful week on this edenic island
David Penn
Very disappointed with this hotel. It’s not the fault of the hotel or staff but our understanding from Jet2 our tour operators sold this as a 5star resort. It’s far from 5 star. The staff are friendly enough but the place is very much let down by its food delivery. I expect more than buffet style mass produced food. We did try the Italian restaurant which proved a disaster. Two meals rejected. The following day the buffet meal was no better.
Why this is classed as 5 star I will never understand. It could do with a full refurbishment to eliminate cracks in the columns and pool surround. There’s a musty smell throughout the hotel. Very disappointing. Jet2 need to get their advertising in order and not mislead customers into something that’s not deliverable by this resort.
David Grimes
We visited Madeira in July and chose this hotel because it was recommended by relatives. It was a first class choice. The hotel sits in a lovely position with virtually every room having a sea view. The rooms are excellent, the staff are very well trained and incredibly helpful. The food is excellent with buffet breakfasts and evening meals offering a wide ranging range of options, so there is something for everyone. One of the best features of the hotel is the swimming pool area. The hotel sells itself as a resort and it's very large outdoor pool (actually two pools) are set in fabulous gardens with many recliners for guests to use. We never noticed them all being used so whatever time you arrive there will always be some available. As you can probably tell my wife and I were very impressed. We travel quite a bit and this hotel is definitely one of the best that we have stayed in.
Kelly Gorfine
This is not a 5 star resort, it is under construction so there is no playground, no spa or indoor pool or kids area (game room). The outside needs a good pressure washing. The rooms are fine but dated, although our AC didn't work the first day. Absolutely not a hotel for kids, it felt like we were in a retirement home. The grounds itself are really well kept and nice and the view is great. The staff was friendly but the service lacked and the food was mediocre at best. We honestly had such a terrible time that we changed our flight and left early. The manager was pleasant and did refund our last day but what a disappointment.
Christopher Howarth
Honest quick review. It’s a great hotel. Food is pretty standard buffet stuff, quite nice, but a little repetitive after a week, perfectly fine, nice fresh salad area. Picky children may struggle. There is no dress code for dinner, there is a suggestion of smart casual and no shorts. Everyone was in shorts. The position of the hotel means that the air conditioning does not win on the sea view side. Our room was very warm and the dining area was particularly hot, especially in the mornings. Hotel is well kept. Staff are friendly and helpful. Clientele vary through the year apparently, largely German and British. Great for families, although it was a mix of older and younger people when I visited in August. Pool area is tidy and large, always plenty of loungers, no bad positions so even the most OCD 6am towel reserver will realise it’s a waste of time after day 1. Walk into town takes around 1 hour, but taxi is around €6 each way. In short if you want a pleasant and quiet hotel with great views and a nice pool area, you won’t be disappointed.
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