Funchal Holidays

5* Pestana Grand Hotel - 7 nights - bed and breakfast

Location: Funchal

The Pestana Grand is the latest and most prestigious 5 star Pestana Hotels & Resorts property on the island of Madeira. The hotel is situated on the ocean front, overlooking the bay of Ponta da Cruz approximately three miles to the west of the capital city, Funchal. Madeira is renowned as the "Floating Garden of the Atlantic" due to the vast range of tropical fruits and flora that thrive there thanks to the island's sub-tropical year-round climate and rich soil. Madeira's versatility makes it appeal not only to visitors wishing to lose themselves in breathtaking scenery and outstanding natural beauty but also to those who want to browse through the bustling markets where local produce such as fish, fruit, vegetable and flowers are for sale alongside Madeira's world famous fortified wine. Embroideries, tapestries and wickerwork of an exceptionally high standard are also widely available on the island thanks to a long standing tradition of craftmanship. Return local transfers from Funchal airport to the Pestana Grand Hotel are included in the holiday price and take approximately 30-45 minutes each way.

Your holiday price includes: Flights, in-flight meals, local transfers (approximately 30-45 minutes each way) and 7 nights accommodation on bed and breakfast based on two adults sharing.

Accommodation description

The Pestana Grand Hotel provides impressive accommodation, providing guests with breathtaking sea views from the bay of Funchal to the high sea cliffs of Cabo Girão. Featuring the largest hotel heated salt water pool on the island and an impressive activity pool in the health spa, this hotel offers an extensive range of restaurants, bars and facilities.

Hotel facilities

• Very large heated sea water swimming pool
• Indoor swimming pool fitted with jet streams
• Spa equipped with gymnasium, sauna, jacuzzi and Turkish bath
• 4 treatment rooms providing a range of skin care treatments and massages
• Unisex hair dressing salon

Room facilities

The Pestana Grand has 3 lifts and all of the 283 bedrooms at the hotel boast contemporary styling.

• Large balcony with sun loungers
• Private bathroom
• Air conditioning
• Minibar
• Safety deposit box
• Cable TV
• Tea/coffee making facilities
• 24 hour room service

Kids facilities

• Children's heated swimming pool
• Games room with pool table and chess
• Table tennis
• Giant chess

Please note: Some facilities may not be complimentary.

Food and beverages

This holiday is based on bed and breakfast board. Half board basis is also available at an additional cost. For the discerning gourmet the Pestana Grand offers an exciting selection of dining options. From the Moroccan restaurant "Au Tagine" to the Italian "Trattoria De La Fontana", the Portuguese grill "Cabo Girao" and the table d'hote restaurant there is a speciality waiting to suit all tastes. The hotel has a poolside bar providing drinks and snacks throughout the day as well as a cocktail bar, which features live music most evenings.

• Meals: A basic meal out with wine costs approximately £15 per head
• Drinks: The cost of a bottle of beer is approximately £1

Useful information

• Currency: Euro
• Language: Portuguese
• Visa: Not required for UK residents
• Time difference: Same as UK

Upgrade to half board: Upgrade from bed & breakfast to half board for £185.50 per adult per week or £92.75 per child. You will be given this option during the booking process.

Single supplements (per person, per week)

• September to December 2008 departures - £178.50

Child prices: Only applicable for one child and are subject to the child sharing with two full fare paying passengers.

Infants: £39 all departure dates.

Please note All bookings are subject to a 2% credit card charge.

For any bookings made within 7 days of departure, there will be a Ticket on Departure charge of £15 per person levied by the tour operator.

Golf Packages: All customers booking this holiday are invited to add a golfing package to their break with prices starting from as little as £158 per person.

To take advantage of this opportunity please ask for further details at time of booking when the tour operator contacts you.

Your confirmation email is notification that the tour operator has received your booking and is processing it.

Ticketing information: You will be contacted by the tour operator after making your booking.

Please note that your selected room type will be booked on a request basis and is therefore not guaranteed

Nearest Airport : Funchal (FNC)