Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel - Funchal (Madeira)

$$$$||View on mapFunchal (Madeira), PortugalLargo Antonio Nobre, Funchal (Madeira), Portugal, 9004-531|
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Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel - Funchal (Madeira)
Largo Antonio Nobre, Funchal (Madeira), Portugal, 9004-531·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.8Great
Location9.5
Staff9.2
Cleanliness9.1
Comfort9.1
Free WiFi8.9
Who stays here
Couples49%
Families31%
Groups10%
Solo9%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.8Great
Location9.5
Staff9.2
Cleanliness9.1
Comfort9.1
Free WiFi8.9
Who stays here
Couples49%
Families31%
Groups10%
Solo9%

5-star cliff-top resort with ocean views and saltwater pools in Funchal

Location & Oceanfront Setting

The Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel sits on a cliff top with direct views of the Atlantic Ocean. Funchal's city center is a 10-minute walk away, placing guests near the cathedral and historic sites. Some rooms have private balconies overlooking the sea, mountains, or hotel pools.

Wellness & Recreation

Magic Spa by Pestana offers a jacuzzi, Scottish shower, Turkish bath, and a range of massages including full-body and couples treatments. The hotel has four pools-two heated indoor and two outdoor seawater pools-plus a sauna, hammam, and fitness centre. Guests can also use the hot tub, sun loungers, and pool/beach towels provided on site.

Dining & Bars

Four restaurants operate at the Pestana Carlton: Arcos serves buffet breakfast and dinner, Taverna Grill offers à la carte dinner, Garden Pool provides lunch and snacks, and The Pub is open for lunch and dinner. Two bars-including a pool bar-serve drinks with Atlantic views. Breakfast runs until 11:00 and includes local specialties alongside made-to-order omelettes.

Family Amenities

Children under 12 stay free when sharing a room with parents, and the hotel offers a game room, indoor play area, and children's activities. Babysitting services are available for families who want time alone. The hotel also has family rooms, a children's playground, and a kids' pool for younger guests.

Unique Experiences

A notable feature of the Carlton Madeira is its on-site diving center, which provides direct access to water sports such as windsurfing and paragliding nearby. One of the two saltwater pools has stairs leading directly into the sea, allowing guests to swim in the Atlantic. The hotel also offers bicycle rental, billiards, mini golf, and table tennis for active stays.

  • Location: Oceanfront cliff top, 10-minute walk to Funchal's cathedral
  • Rooms: Sea-view suites and rooms with private balconies
  • Dining: 4 restaurants including Taverna Grill à la carte
  • Pools & Activities: 2 saltwater pools, on-site diving center
  • Wellness: Magic Spa with jacuzzi, Scottish shower, Turkish bath
  • Family: Children under 12 stay free, game room, babysitting

Licence number: 3978

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
Spanish
Building
Year renovated:2008
Number of floors:17
Number of rooms:310
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Rooms and availability

Classic Twin Room City View
  • Room size:

    30 m²

  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Room size:

    70 m²

  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
Classic Twin Room Pool View
  • Room size:

    30 m²

  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

On-site car park

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Jacuzzi

Back massage

Head massage

Full body massage

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Billiard tables
  • Darts
  • Table tennis
  • Mini golf
  • Fishing

Services

  • Room service
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area
  • Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath
  • Jacuzzi
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage

Room view

  • Sea view
  • Garden view
  • City view
  • Mountain view
  • Pool view
  • With view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 115 £
📏 Distance to centre 1.6 km
✈️ Distance to airport 19.3 km
🧳 Nearest airport Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International, FNC

Location

Largo Antonio Nobre, Funchal (Madeira), Portugal, 9004-531
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Largo Antonio Nobre, Funchal (Madeira), Portugal, 9004-531
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Largo Antonio Nobre, Funchal (Madeira), Portugal, 9004-531
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FAQ about Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel hotel?
During their stay at Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel hotel guests can visit Convento de Santa Clara 15 (1.5 km), Blandy's Wine Lodge Distillery (1.3 km) as well as Madeira Film Experience Movie Theater (1.2 km) among others.
What is the nearest airport to Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel?
Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International airport lies within 20 km of Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel and is reachable with a 22-minute drive.
Does the hotel have a car parking on site?
Yes, the hotel provides parking spaces on site.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at this fabulous hotel?
Guests of this fabulous hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-8/10 according to reviews-restaurant Garden Grill offering Mediterranean cuisine.
Does the fabulous 5-star Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the fabulous 5-star Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel hotel?
Guests of the Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00.
What are the booking prices at the fabulous 5-star Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel hotel?
The prices at the fabulous 5-star Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel hotel start from $109.
What payment methods are accepted in the hotel?
At the hotel, guests can pay using сash, American Express, and Visa as well as other payment methods.
What room types does the fabulous 5-star Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel hotel comprise?
The fabulous 5-star Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel hotel provides such room types as Family Quadruple Room, Superior Junior Suite, and Classic Twin Room.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel hotel?
Every room at the Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel hotel includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as a safe for guests' security.
Does the hotel offer special amenities for people with disabilities?
Yes, at the hotel there are rooms with accessible facilities, accessible bathrooms, and wheelchair access available for guests with special needs.
Does the fabulous 5-star Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel hotel feature any spa facilities?
Pampering amenities in the fabulous 5-star Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel hotel include a Turkish steam bath, a hot tub, and a Scottish shower.
Which children services are offered at the fabulous 5-star Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel hotel?
For guests staying at the fabulous 5-star Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel hotel with their children, babysitting will be very useful.
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