Pestana Ocean Bay Resort

Hotels
Pestana Group
8.4 (109 reviews)
Praia Formosa, Funchal, 9000-247 , Funchal , PT

Facilities

Parasailing nearby
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Sauna
Steam room
Elevator
Shopping on site
Golfing nearby
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Stunning views
Brilliant staff
Good entertainment
Cons:
Hard beds
Limited food selection

Categories

Cleanliness
8.06
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
9.03
Brilliant staff and excellent service mentioned in multiple reviews.
Location
9.07
Lovely seafront location highlighted in reviews.
Room Quality
8.02
Rooms were large and comfortable as per some reviews.
Amenities
8.55
Two pools, a jacuzzi, and evening entertainment mentioned positively.
Value for Money
8.51
Good experience for the price, as indicated in the reviews.
Food and Beverage
7.56
Food selection was noted as lacking in warmth and quality.
Overall Experience
8.43
General positive sentiment from various reviews.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-17 06:54

Property Description

Discover a tropical paradise at Pestana Ocean Bay Resort, where golden sands meet luxurious amenities for an unforgettable getaway.

Recreational Bliss
Unwind and soak up the sun by our stunning outdoor pool, rejuvenate in the hot tub, or indulge in a relaxing session at our sauna. Whether you're seeking adventure or relaxation, our resort has it all.

Culinary Delights
Savor delicious meals at our on-site restaurant, Arlequim, or relax with a drink at our poolside bar. With all-inclusive dining, your worry-free indulgence starts here, featuring meals, beverages, and ample options for every craving.

Convenient Connectivity
Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet throughout the hotel and easy access to nearby attractions with our free area shuttle. Explore the beauty of Funchal as you dive into local adventures just a stone's throw away.

Book your stay today to experience the ultimate fusion of comfort, convenience, and coastal charm!

Important information:

  • Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: FNC

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education)

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Health & Safety

    Property uses a professional cleaning service

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 109 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.06
Service: 9.03
Location: 9.07
Room Quality: 8.02
Amenities: 8.55
Value for Money: 8.51
Food and Beverage: 7.56
Overall Experience: 8.43
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Thomas Andrew Charles family
10
Pros:

Loved this hotel! Stunning views from the balcony, brilliant staff, food was pretty good and served warmer than you often get in all inclusive, so that was great. Entertainment in the bar every night. Two pools and a jacuzzi. Rooms were large with comfortable seating and a large telly. Balcony is great. Just 2 draw backs, the beds are quite hard, and there are fans rather than air-conditioning, so the nights can be warm, but that is definitely a price worth paying!

2025-10-11 via Nuitee
Z
Zsolt friends
8
Pros:

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2025-10-05 via Nuitee
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Sharon partner
4
Pros:

Lovely seafront location,unassuming rooms supply kettle and fridge but no coffe/tea etc.poor selection of warmish food.Drinks more sugar than alcohol

2025-09-11 via Nuitee
M
Marion family
8
Pros:

Super hebergement, propre avec un personnel tres accueillant

2025-08-25 via Nuitee
V
Valerio family
10
Pros:

Servizio eccellente e cordiale, personale gentile e sempre disponibile, intrattenimento perfetto, ottima posizione vicino alla spiaggia, una favola!

2025-08-22 via Nuitee
S
Stine
10
Godt ophold til prisen!
Pros:

God oplevelse og fine omgivelser med plads til alle. Det er muligt at få en liggestol hele dagen - kunne godt opgradere på mængden af parasoller.
Maden var ok og vareret.

2025-07-25 via Nuitee
Y
YEVHENIY family
10
Pros:

staff in reception was very helpful

2025-06-06 via Nuitee
D
Dario family
10
Pros:

By the sea
Quiet and friendly staff
Food was ok

2025-05-24 via Nuitee
A
Ana Arithuza
8
Quarto abaixo das expectativas diferente da reserv
Pros:

Meu quarto nao possuía ar condicionado, diferente do que estava na reserva, nao possuía tb um secador de cabelo, ferro de passar nem um roupão de banho e era no subsolo.

2025-05-19 via Nuitee
D
David
2
Pros:

This hotel was CLOSED when we got there for major refurbishment or whatever. Neither Hotels.com nor Pestana contacted us beforehand to advise us of this, so we had to sort out our night’s accommodation for ourselves. SHAME on you Hotels.com

2025-04-10 via Nuitee
J
Julie partner
10
Pros:

Décor magnifique
Aménagement paysager bien entretenu

2024-10-24 via Nuitee
J
James partner
10
Pros:

Very peaceful and hotel was handy as you could do a walk on the prom

2024-10-20 via Nuitee
M
Mark partner
10
Pros:

Excellent hotel with friendly staff, great food, good entertainment every night and in an ideal location right on the sea front. Nice walks along the beach and a free shuttle bus to Funchal.

2024-10-15 via Nuitee
C
Colin William partner
10
Pros:

The staff was amazing, all ocean views. It was everything we could have asked for.

2024-09-26 via Nuitee
R
Rudy De family
8
Pros:

Thank you

2024-08-31 via Nuitee
M
Maria
8
Pros:

Das Hotel ist an der Küste gelegen, so dass wir sowohl im Pool, als auch im Atlantik schwimmen konnten. Wir konnten alle Mahlzeiten im Freien genießen, das Personal war sehr aufmerksam, abends gab es unterschiedliche Musikvorführungen, was sehr schön war

2024-05-05 via Nuitee
E
Elijah
10
Pros:

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.

2024-04-27 via Nuitee
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Dalila
10
Pros:

En dehors de la plage difficile d’accès car trop rocailleuse, tout est parfait. La nourriture bien qu’abondante reste très correcte et variée. Les chambres et les espaces communs très propres et le personnel extrêmement aimable et surtout bienveillant.. la navette gratuite vers le centre ville est appréciable.
Je garde un excellent souvenir de mon séjour.
Un grand merci surtout a toute l’équipe du restaurant pour leur gentillesse et le sourire affiche su quotidien. Prenez soin d’eux
Dalila

2024-04-21 via Nuitee
V
Veronica family
8
Pros:

For us it was like heaven to have a ready table every time the child was hungry. The surroundings where sooooo nice!!!

2024-03-12 via Nuitee
G
Gina
10
Pros:

Right on the boardwalk of Formosa beach. Love the access

2024-02-16 via Nuitee