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Pestana Ocean Bay Resort

4.0 star property
Family-friendly fun on the beach, with outdoor pool
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Outdoor pool
Premium Studio, Sea View
Exterior
View from room
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • All-inclusive
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym

Explore the area

Map
Praia Formosa, Funchal, 9000-247
  • Formosa Beach
    2 min walk
  • Centro Comercial Forum Madeira
    15 min walk
  • Lido Bathing Complex
    5 min drive
  • Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo)
    25 min drive

Room options

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Classic Studio, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Bidet
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Superior Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Bidet
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Classic Studio, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Bidet
  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Premium Studio, Sea View

Premium Studio, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Bidet
  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Suite

Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Front of property

Enotel Lido

Pool
Hot tub
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Spa
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, (607)
The price is NZ$508
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
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About the area

Funchal

An all-inclusive stay in Funchal awaits you at Pestana Ocean Bay Resort. Within steps you'll find Formosa Beach and Doca do Cavacas Natural Pools within a 10-minute stroll. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a marina. .The restaurant, Arlequim, is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Arlequim is the hotel's own pub. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site gym, Hot tub and sauna. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a children's swimming pool and a coffee shop/cafe. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a free area shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 4-property class Funchal hotel include Centro Comercial Forum Madeira and Ponta Gorda Bathing Complex.

What's nearby

  • Formosa Beach - 2 min walk
  • Centro Comercial Forum Madeira - 15 min walk
  • Lido Bathing Complex - 5 min drive
  • CR7 Museum - 7 min drive
  • Funchal Farmers Market - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Red Car - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Doca do Cavacas - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Doca do Cavacas - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pizzaria Lume - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pizzaria Papa Manuel II - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Pestana Ocean Bay Resort

Family-friendly fun on the beach, with outdoor pool
Pestana Ocean Bay Resort is an all-inclusive hotel. Room rates include meals and beverages at on-site restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

Pestana Ocean Bay Resort offers its guests a marina, an outdoor pool, and Access to hot tub. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A children's pool, a fitness centre, and a sauna are also featured at the family-friendly Pestana Ocean Bay Resort. A free area shuttle within 5 km is available. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Funchal hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 214 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Pestana Ocean Bay Resort offers 214 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a rainfall showerhead, bidets and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English, Portuguese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free area shuttle up to 5 km
  • Area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Arlequim
  • Arlequim

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free cot
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. The property is professionally cleaned.

Property Registration Number 3981

We should mention

  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Pestana Bay
Pestana Bay Aparthotel
Pestana Bay Ocean
Pestana Bay Ocean Aparthotel
Pestana Bay Ocean Aparthotel All Inclusive
Pestana Bay Ocean Aparthotel All Inclusive Funchal
Pestana Bay Ocean Aparthotel Funchal
Pestana Ocean
Pestana Ocean Aparthotel
Pestana Ocean Bay
Pestana Bay Ocean Aparthotel All Inclusive Apartment Funchal
Pestana Bay Ocean Aparthotel All Inclusive Apartment
Pestana Ocean Bay Resort Hotel
Pestana Ocean Bay Resort Funchal
Pestana Ocean Bay Resort Hotel Funchal
Pestana Bay Ocean Aparthotel All Inclusive

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Pestana Ocean Bay Resort?

Pestana Ocean Bay Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Pestana Ocean Bay Resort?

Yep, Pestana Ocean Bay Resort has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Pestana Ocean Bay Resort?

Yep, Pestana Ocean Bay Resort is a short 2-minute walk from Formosa Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and waterskiing.

Does Pestana Ocean Bay Resort have a pool?

Pestana Ocean Bay Resort has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar.

What makes Pestana Ocean Bay Resort a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as rainfall showerheads and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Pestana Ocean Bay Resort.

Is Pestana Ocean Bay Resort family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and laundry facilities, as well as childcare services and free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Pestana Ocean Bay Resort is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Pestana Ocean Bay Resort?

No, Pestana Ocean Bay Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Pestana Ocean Bay Resort?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Pestana Ocean Bay Resort?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Pestana Ocean Bay Resort?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Pestana Ocean Bay Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 212 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 212 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 212 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 212 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 212 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elijah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very much enjoyed my time at this hotel & would visit again without hesitation. Food, activities along with scenery were exceptional! Staff were fantastic (Mariana Silva)in particular & check-in/out was smooth.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Right on the boardwalk of Formosa beach. Love the access
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Kyle

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

2/10 Terrible

William

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Never stay here. Only one floor has AC. Out of 10 day stay, only 4 dishes out of all meals [all inclusive] were tasty. I'm used to GOOD Portuguese food! This wasn't! Outdated building. Shabby amenities [ripped bathroom towels]. Canceled scheduled activity after ppl showed up for swim fitness class. Open balcony gym located over dining room. So while eating, you can hear the person running on the treadmill because you are in thr same room.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Frederick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to beach, all-inclusive.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property , beach front . You need to request a room with AC though Appar not all have it . Beds could be more comfortable . Overall excellent stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I didn’t like that was no air conditioner and that was unacceptable, dinnind area everybody was swetting and on the walking area, and I had to change room upon arrival because I was assuming every room had air conditioner but I paid xtra for that. Also entertainment was poor beeing the the hotel is so far from the city they should have better atractions
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

PIRKKO

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location near the sea.Hotel area and our room was very clean and towels etc changed daily.Food and drink excellent with plenty to choose from.Also liked the free shuttle bus to Funchal. Massage offered and spa facilities great.Visited also sauna and jacuzzi.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All suites were true oceanfront and comfortable. Service was excellent and the staff friendly and conversant in many languages. Food was excellent and plentiful. Complimentary brookfieldox lunches were even provided upon notice for day trips. Entertainment was varied and lively. Special thanks to Mariana and Helen in guest relations. Also bartenders Hugo and Ivan,and server Hernani.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice ocean view property very friendly staff however because of size of the property they could use a larger restaurant or a second one . besides that beautiful property and location very close to Funchal Downtown and the beautiful Marine.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Christopher

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Decent food—repetitious menu, but good—great staff—hotel shows its age—hard to find location without GPS until you have been there—picturesque setting but rocky beach hard to walk—good value for the money
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Food was amazing and so much. Drink s were free. Excellent stay here. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
People ar the recption the are very friendly and helpful. I like the buffet its clean and good services.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Not much really Too far to go into Funchal so Taxis became very expensive All that was available was the pool but as the weather was bad we couldn't use it So nothing else we could do
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Robert, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is great. Staff friendly and sorted out our requests very quickly. The only thing we didn’t like in our room was lack of air con. Food is ok but nothing special. View from the balcony amazing Our flight was in the evening and we used the option with late check out. Massive plus for this hotel. We also liked the fact that hotel was asking the guests to refill the bottle with water in the canteen instead of giving a new plastic bottle every day
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Fiona, england

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Return visit
We love this hotel, no doubt we will be back in the big too far future
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

QingMing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Jules, Greater London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideally located hotel
We chose this hotel because we wanted an "All Inclusive" and this certainly was! Although a little dated in décor we found it to be spotlessly clean. The food was plentiful with a good selection of hot and cold dishes. Red and white wine, sangria, beer, soft drinks including tea and coffee readily available. Our room even had a small kitchenette with kettle, fridge, sink, cutlery, cups saucers and glasses if you wanted to bring your own drinks to your room. All rooms have a seaview and a pleasant longish walk along the footpath (some parts were quite hilly) take you to Funchal one way and the delightful fishing village the other.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Carol, Dagenham UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really great hotel.
We loved our stay at this hotel. We had an annexe room which suited us as the pool and sunbeds were quieter. There was a little bar 3-11pm where the talented barman, Luis, served us great cocktails. Our room was large and clean with a big balcony overlooking the sea. The restaurant in the main hotel was at times very busy but as the tables were not allocated or timed we managed to fit in after the rush. The staff were all polite, friendly and efficient. The wine was served in large carafes and there was bottled water readily available. The food was very good, great choice, well cooked, plenty of it and dishes were replaced quickly as they finished. The entertainment was okay - good singers and folkdance show. The shuttle bus to town was useful. We would go in to town on it but not join the scramble to return on it. We had local bus passes so would get the no.2 bus back and walk through the tunnel to Praia Formosa beach. Although a lot of people did swim in the sea the beach is large pebbles and the under tow in the water not for the feint hearted.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017

6/10 Okay

Mikhail, Brooklyn, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
All included hotel in Madeira
Food could be better. 90% of rooms do not have air condition. Level of entertainment is low. Restaurant located in basement is ugly.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pestana All Inclusive
Nice hotel, great customer service. Food very nice but a bit samey. All inclusive bar a bit limited - no bourbon for example, just basic spirits. Nice pool. Decent WiFi in room, not just in communal areas.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Lynne, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
Ideal hotel location, ocean frontage with pretty gardens. Free shuttle bus to Funchal. Staff in all departments helpful and friendly. Food of good quality, fresh and well presented in main restaurant. Italian restaurant on garden level (pre book) also excellent food but feels it needs more subdued lighting, perhaps candles on tables for a more cozy effect. The only down side is the outside pool is unheated and makes swimming out of season more of a trial, than a enjoyment, perhaps they could heat it with solar panels and make it an all year perfect swim. They have certainly listened to past clients as WiFi is all over the hotel and bedrooms and not just the lobby and bar area. Again I fully recommend this hotel as a perfect base for touring the beautiful island of Madeira.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location
This is a very good value hotel. The staff were excellent and the public areas have a lovely atmosphere.

10/10 Excellent

Mark, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Attractive hotel close to a beach.
Friendly welcome, room clean, sea views, helpful staff, excellent food.