Pestana Casino Park Ocean & Spa Hotel

🌊 Great ocean and harbour views from many areas of the hotel
🍽️ Half Board with optional à la carte credit in the Sunset restaurant*
📍 Wonderful central Funchal location, strollable to the marina and old town
🏊 Rooftop adults-only pool with Balinese beds and Atlantic vistas
♻️ Certified Sustainable Hotel meeting a GSTC-recognised standard
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rooms: 379 | Floors: 9 | Lifts: 3

Board options: Bed and Breakfast, Half Board

Minimum age: 18 years (adult‑focused hotel)

Perfectly positioned above Funchal’s harbour, Pestana Casino Park Ocean & Spa Hotel delivers big‑screen views and city‑break convenience in one. From the garden terraces, you’re looking straight across the bay to the old town and marina, while the lush grounds keep things feeling resort‑like and peaceful.

Step outside and you’ve immediate access to Casino da Madeira for shows, dining and gaming, plus a cluster of bars and restaurants within roughly 50m. The resort centre is about 500m away, so you can wander along the waterfront promenade into the old town, or take a taxi up into the hills for botanical gardens and cable‑car vistas. The famous Lido promenade sits around 2km away, with sea‑pools and bathing platforms dotted along the coast.

Direct access to Casino da Madeira
Approx. 50m to nearest restaurants, bars and local nightlife
Approx. 500m to Funchal resort centre and harbour promenade
Approx. 2km to Lido promenade
Approx. 5km to nearest pebble beach (Praia Formosa area)

Approx. transfer time from airport: 50 minutes

Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

You’re well covered for food and drink, from buffet breakfasts with Atlantic views to long, leisurely dinners on the terrace.

Panoramic Restaurant
The main buffet restaurant serves breakfast and dinner, with live show‑cooking and wide windows framing the bay. Expect a mix of Madeiran specialities and international favourites, plus salads and lighter options. Smart‑casual dress is encouraged; the hotel typically asks that beachwear is avoided and that gentlemen wear long trousers in the evening.

Sunset Bar & Restaurant
A stylish lobby bar and à la carte venue. On Half Board, guests receive a set credit per person per day to dine here instead of the buffet, giving you a more intimate restaurant feel while still keeping costs predictable.

Restaurante On
An à la carte dinner restaurant on the terrace, with contemporary international dishes and a focus on fresh local produce.

Dockside Pool Bar & Restaurant
Serving snacks, light lunches and drinks by the main outdoor pool – ideal for lazy days when you don’t want to stray far from your lounger.

Rooftop Pool Bar
Open seasonally on the rooftop terrace, this adults-only bar keeps you topped up with drinks as you lounge on hammocks and Balinese beds, soaking up big Atlantic views.

Bars and restaurants may operate seasonal schedules; reservations and supplements can vary with board basis. Always check the latest details on arrival.

What All Inclusive typically includes.

Water babies are spoilt for choice here.

Main outdoor pool
A spacious freshwater pool sits at garden level, edged by lawns, palm trees and plentiful sunbeds and parasols. It’s made for lingering – start with an early morning swim as the sun comes up over the bay, or end the afternoon with a dip before sundowners.

Adults-only rooftop pool
Up on the roof terrace you’ll find a second freshwater pool reserved for adults. The vibe is more chilled‑out and exclusive, with hammocks, Balinese beds and prime Atlantic panoramas – a great spot for couples or friends who want a more tranquil setting.

Indoor pool
Inside the spa, there’s a heated indoor freshwater pool with whirlpool, ideal on cooler days or after a day of exploring Madeira’s dramatic landscapes.

Fresh pool towels are typically provided free of charge. Facilities, opening dates and times can vary by season and occupancy.

Funchal’s coastline is mostly promenades, lidos and bathing platforms; the nearest pebble beach is about 5km away around Praia Formosa, accessible by local bus or taxi.

Spa & wellness
Head to the hotel’s spa for proper downtime. Expect a sauna, steam room, Turkish bath, whirlpool and a good menu of massage and beauty treatments (additional charges; minimum age usually 18). The indoor pool area is a relaxing place to unwind after a day out in the levadas.

Gym & fitness
The gym is well equipped with cardio machines, free weights, fixed‑strength equipment and a stretching zone, generally open from morning through early evening.

Sports & entertainment
On top of the casino next door – with shows, restaurant and nightclub – the hotel offers:

• Access to Casino da Madeira for evening shows and gaming
• Occasional football and tennis available nearby (extra charges may apply)
• A library and games room for quieter downtime

Evening entertainment is usually more low‑key and sophisticated, with regular live music from May to August and occasional performances during the rest of the year, subject to change.

Suite
Sleeps: Minimum 2, Maximum 3
Spacious suites are ideal if you like extra room to spread out or are travelling as a small group. Expect a separate bedroom and living area, plus a balcony or terrace – many with garden or partial sea glimpses. Facilities typically include:
• Flat-screen TV
• Free Wi‑Fi
• Safety deposit box
• Balcony or terrace
• Bathrobe and slippers
• Hairdryer
• Minibar*
• Bathroom with bath and separate shower
• Air conditioning
• Daily room cleaning

Classic Double Room with Garden View
Sleeps: Minimum 2, Maximum 3
These comfortable, light rooms overlook the hotel’s gardens – a peaceful option if you prefer greener views. They come with a balcony or terrace and:
• Flat-screen TV
• Free Wi‑Fi
• Safety deposit box
• Balcony or terrace
• Hairdryer
• Minibar*
• Bathroom with bath and shower attachment
• Air conditioning
• Daily room cleaning

Family Room
Sleeps: Minimum 2, Maximum 4
Family rooms combine two interconnecting Classic rooms, giving you extra space and privacy – ideal for friends or older families travelling together. Facilities mirror the Classic rooms, with added flexibility and extra bedding.

Classic Double Room with Side Sea View
Sleeps: Minimum 2, Maximum 3
Enjoy angled views towards the Atlantic or harbour from your balcony. Room amenities are the same as the Classic category, with the bonus of partial sea views.

Classic Double Room (Standard / Sole Use / Garden View for Sole Use)
Sleeps: 1–3 (or 1–2 for Sole Use)
A great-value base with all the essentials: balcony or terrace, comfortable bedding and all standard facilities listed above. Sole Use options are ideal for solo travellers wanting their own space in a resort-style hotel.

Classic Double Room
Sleeps: Minimum 2, Maximum 3
The core room type, offering a well-balanced mix of comfort and value, with balcony or terrace and the standard amenities.

*Local charges marked with an asterisk.
*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

🎰 Evenings at Casino da Madeira – gaming, shows and nightlife next door
🎵 Regular live music in the hotel (seasonal programme)
🏊 Rooftop and garden pool days with ocean views
📚 Library and games room for low-key downtime
💪 Gym sessions with cardio, free weights and stretching zone
🎾 Occasional access to football and tennis facilities nearby*

🛎️ 24-hour reception and concierge
💼 Luggage storage for early arrivals/late departures
💱 Currency exchange*
♿ Wheelchair and motorised scooter charging available*
☕ Kettle hire on request* (subject to availability)
🧺 Daily housekeeping
🌐 Free Wi‑Fi throughout the hotel
🧴 Spa & beauty treatments* (18+ for most facilities)

*Local charges may apply; services are subject to change and availability.

Funchal is Madeira’s elegant, garden-filled capital – think cobbled streets, leafy squares, wine cellars and rooftop bars, framed by mountains and ocean. Average UK–Madeira flight time is around 4 hours, with approx. 50‑minute transfers to the hotel by coach.

Key facts
• Location: Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
• Language: Portuguese
• Currency: Euro (€)
• Time difference: GMT (no time difference with the UK)
• Best for: Couples, adults, city‑plus‑sea breaks, spa and casino nights

This is a Certified Sustainable Hotel, meeting a GSTC-recognised standard at the time of latest review – practices can include reduced single‑use plastics, energy and water management and support for local communities.

Hotel information is subject to change; some facilities are seasonal or weather-dependent. Exact inclusions, opening times and dress codes are confirmed locally.

For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Portugal advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Pestana Casino Park Ocean & Spa Hotel adults-only?
Yes. The hotel operates with a minimum age of 18 years, making it a great fit for couples and adults who prefer a more grown‑up atmosphere, especially given the direct access to Casino da Madeira and the adults-only rooftop pool.

2. What board bases are available, and how does Half Board work?
You can book Bed and Breakfast or Half Board. Half Board includes buffet-style breakfast and dinner in the Panoramic Restaurant. Guests on Half Board usually have the option to dine at the Sunset à la carte restaurant using a fixed credit per person per day, which is deducted from the food bill (drinks are normally extra and availability depends on opening times and reservations).

3. How far is Pestana Casino Park Ocean & Spa Hotel from central Funchal?
The hotel is about 500m from Funchal resort centre, so you can comfortably walk to the marina, old town and many of the city’s bars and restaurants. The Lido promenade is roughly 2km away along the coast, reachable on foot, by taxi or local bus.

4. Does the hotel have spa and fitness facilities?
Yes. Pestana Casino Park Ocean & Spa Hotel has a spa with indoor heated pool, whirlpool, sauna, steam room and Turkish bath, plus a menu of massage and beauty treatments (usually for guests aged 18+ and with extra charges). There’s also a gym with cardio fitness equipment, strength machines, free weights and a stretching area.

5. Is there a beach nearby?
Funchal’s waterfront is mainly promenades, lidos and sea pools rather than sandy beaches. The nearest pebble beach area is around 5km away at Praia Formosa, which you can reach via taxi or local transport. Closer to the hotel, you’ll find ocean‑side lidos and bathing platforms along the Lido promenade, about 2km away.

6. What kind of evening entertainment can I expect?
Evenings tend to be relaxed and sophisticated. The hotel itself offers regular live music from May to August and occasional entertainment during the rest of the year. With direct access to Casino da Madeira, you can also enjoy shows, gaming and a nightclub next door for livelier nights out.

7. Is Wi‑Fi available at Pestana Casino Park Ocean & Spa Hotel?
Yes. Free Wi‑Fi is available throughout the hotel, including rooms and most public areas, making it easy to stay connected or plan your days exploring Madeira.