Pestana Vacation Club Madeira & Algarve Resort Factsheets 2017
madeira - world s leading island destination The beautiful island of Madeira, known as the Jewel of the Atlantic, is situated some 600kms off the coast of Morocco and is easily reached with direct flights from major European airports. The islands natural landscape is truly breathtaking, with over two thirds of the island being protected, and a large expanse of forest declared by UNESCO as a Natural World Heritage Site. The dramatic contrast between alpine lush green mountains and the balmy temperatures along the coast makes the island a surprisingly rich place to explore. Madeira offers visitors a tranquil oasis with the assurance of safety and relaxation. Temperatures are mild even in winter, averaging a balmy 25ºc in the summer and 18ºc in winter. The capital city Funchal has a vibrant culture, with a wide choice of museums, a colourful fish and fruit market, exotic sub-tropical gardens, a good choice of shopping venues and an excellent selection of restaurants that cater to most palettes. The sea has influenced the delicious cuisine of Madeira, and enjoying the Portuguese wines and especially the famous Madeira Wine is an unforgettable experience.
madeira - world s leading island destination Madeira Beach Club Pestana Miramar Our first resort, opened in 1987, it forms part of the 5 star Madeira Carlton Hotel complex. This 4 star resort is located within easy walking distance of the charming city centre of Funchal. Pestana Palms Pestana Grand Opened in 1993, this lovely oceanfront resort is the winner of numerous hospitality awards. A spectacular, rocky peninsula is the location for the luxury, five star Pestana Grand Hotel. Pestana Village Pestana Promenade Our first garden resort, opened in 1997, the apartments are built within a lush sub-tropical garden. The award winning, contemporary, 4 star Pestana Promenade resort opened in 2008.
Designed especially to reflect and enhance its spectacular views over the ocean and Cabo Girão, the Pestana Grand is situated on the ocean front on a magnificent peninsular, Ponta da Cruz. The hotel is set within 5 000 m2 of beautiful sub-tropical gardens which embraces the largest outdoor salt water pool on the island of Madeira. Also featuring an impressive indoor pool and health spa, this hotel offers an extensive range of restaurants, bars and facilities. Its unique position ensures superb views and the huge range of on-site leisure facilities are guaranteed to ensure a memorable holiday for holidaymakers of every taste and age. The resort is a mere 5 minutes walk from the popular Madeira Forum Shopping Centre. All have partial kitchen with fridge, kettle, plus, a microwave oven and air-conditioning. Free WiFi in apartments
Situated in front of the spectacular promenade that stretches from Lido to Praia Formosa, the resort offers spectacular views to the ocean and 92% of the rooms are sea views and offer the commodity you would expect from a luxury hotel in a relaxed manner. This luxury resort features the largest pool complex on the island of Madeira. With more than 1100 sq metres of indoor and outdoor swimming areas, an infinity pool, a lap pool and a tropical lagoon are some of the main features in this Brazilian designed ocean front resort. The resort is also conveniently located, being close to both the popular Forum and Monumental Shopping complexes. All have partial kitchen with fridge, kettle, plus, a microwave oven and air-conditioning. Free WiFi in apartments
Sharing extensive landscaped grounds with the Pestana Village, these two resorts are located in the privileged area of Funchal, very close to the centre of the city and offer a stunning variety of facilities. On the premises of the historic and elegant hotel Miramar, which was built in 1924 and considered a very special place to stay, the new Pestana Miramar Resort benefits of the attention given to the architecture and landscaping of its gardens. Sensitivity to the environment gives the resort a truly village-like feel, with low-rise traditional style buildings surrounded by a wealth of colorful and immaculately cared-for gardens. There a 4 restaurants to choose from, plus outdoor and indoor swimming pools to enjoy. All have partial kitchen with fridge, kettle, plus, a microwave oven and air-conditioning. Free WiFi in public areas
Sharing its extensive landscaped grounds with the Pestana Miramar, these two resorts are located in the privileged area of Funchal, very close to the centre of the city and offer a stunning variety of facilities. The architectural design of Pestana Village and the landscaping of its gardens have been especially planned to be in harmony with the natural beauty and tranquility of the resort s setting. This sensitivity to the environment will give the resort a truly village-like feel, with low-rise traditional style buildings surrounded by a wealth of colorful and immaculately cared-for gardens. There a 4 restaurants to choose from, plus outdoor and indoor swimming pools to enjoy. All have partial kitchen with fridge, kettle, plus, a microwave oven and ceiling fans. Free WiFi in public areas
The Pestana Palms Hotel is located on a low cliff overlooking the ocean in the Lido area of Funchal, the capital of Madeira. This lovely resort was built upon the site of an historic country estate dating back to the 19th century. The villa has been carefully restored and converted into a stately clubhouse for resort guests. The resort has private sea access, a scuba diving centre on site, restaurants and an expansive outdoor pool area The resort is within 25 minutes walk of the city centre and is also conveniently located to both the Monumental Shopping and the popular Forum Shopping complex, which features a cinema multiplex. All have partial kitchen with fridge, kettle, plus, a microwave oven and ceiling fans. Free WiFi in public areas
The Madeira Beach Club resort forms part of the Pestana Carlton Madeira Hotel complex. Built on a cliff, in one of the best locations of Funchal. With spectacular view across the bay and the amphitheatre which characterize the city, extensive facilities, sea access and located just 10 minutes walking distance from the city centre, it is easy to see why this resort is one of the most popular on Madeira Island. This resort s superb features include three restaurants and three bars, indoor heated pool, two outdoor salt water pools, children s outdoor pool, gift and newspaper shop, library, gymnasium, health club, massage rooms, games room, hairdressing salon, tennis court, mini golf and a scuba diving centre. All have partial kitchen with fridge, kettle, plus, microwave oven and air conditioning. Free WiFi in public areas
algarve - one of Europe s best holiday destinations The Algarve with its mild climate, abundant sun and gentle rain, make this a region where there is a wide variety of plants and animals, many of which are indigenous to the region and fill it with sounds, colours and aromas that are well worth taking some time to appreciate. The region has a wide range of different areas where nature is still to be found in an essentially pure state. These protected areas are where animals and plants are kept safe from the dangers of modern life and are visited by migratory birds. Countless species of birds, some of them extremely rare, and others that are in danger of extinction, concentrate in the Algarve countryside and can be easily observed by nature lovers. Portugal is a country with a rich culture, and each region has its own particularities. This is certainly the case with the Algarve, where you can see people s way of living through their arts and music and confirm how different they are from other Portuguese regions. Even today, you can still see the Moorish influences and the legacy of five centuries of Arab rule. Just look at the ceramics, the flat woven baskets, the chimneys with the their varied shapes and designs. The local culture and many of its representing works are preserved in museums, churches and castles in the major coastal centres and in smaller inland towns.
algarve - one of Europe s best holiday destinations Alvor Praia, Alvor The 5 star Pestana Alvor Praia hotel overlooks the magnificent, sand beach of Tres Irmaos. Alvor Park, Alvor The 4 star Pestana Alvor Park is just metres from the beach and is surrounded by tasteful gardens. Pestana Palm Gardens This lovely 4 star resort is located on a headland overlooking the ocean close to village of Carvoeiro. Pestana Porches Praia An ideal resort for families. The apartments have access to the facilities of the Pestana Viking. Pestana Viking, Porches Overlooking the ocean and with direct access to a sheltered beach, this 4 star resort is very popular. Dom João Beach Club Enjoying a fabulous beachfront location in Alvor, the resort is near to the centre of the village.
Located on the beach of the Três Irmãos, 1 km from the village of Alvor, 5 kms from the city of Portimão and 60 kms from the International Airport of Faro, the 5 star Pestana Alvor Praia provides a marvellous view of the Atlantic Ocean and offers direct beach access via an elevator. Renovated during 2016, the Pestana Alvor Praia and Alvor Beach Club apartments are ideal for relaxing and leisure. The resort boasts expansive gardens, a large outdoor pool area, plus an indoor pool, children s playground and games room, a sauna, a steam room, plus a Magic Spa. There is also a well equipped exercise room on site. All have partial kitchen with fridge, kettle, plus, a microwave oven and air-conditioning. Free WiFi in apartments
The Pestana Alvor Park is located close to Alvor Village in an area of low rise surroundings with emphasis on comfort and tranquillity. The famous Três Irmãos beach is close-by. A special feature is the large sun terraces on all apartments offering garden and sea views. With an expansive outdoor pool, indoor pool, gym and sauna, the resort is an ideal location for golf and beach enthusiasts or those simply seeking a peaceful and relaxing holiday. The centre of the quaint fishing village of Alvor is just a short stroll away and both the Pestana Alto Golf and Pestana Carvoeiro Golf complexes are nearby. All have partial kitchen with fridge, kettle, plus, a microwave oven and air conditioning. Free WiFi in apartment
Located in the heart of the Algarve, the Pestana Viking Hotel enjoys a fabulous cliff top setting overlooking the Atlantic Ocean with direct access to a sheltered beach. On-site facilities include a salt-water swimming pool, a heated indoor salt-water swimming pool, pool side snack bar, restaurant, sauna, massage, gym, jacuzzi, shop. There are many onsite activities for both children and adults an dthe different Pestana Viking restaurants and bars have been designed to satisfy the most discerning and diversified of tastes, offering unique ambience, quality and service. It is the ideal family travel destination for leisure and sporting activities. All have limited kitchen and have air-conditioning. Free WiFi in apartment
The Pestana Dom João II Beach Club is a small exclusive development comprising 20 luxury villas apartments situated on two levels and a mere 100 metres from the Alvor beach shore line. Members and guests have access to all the facilities of the nearby Pestana Dom João II Hotel, which include four restaurants, bars, two outdoor pools, two pools for children, a full Wellness Centre with health club, indoor pool, gym, sauna and Turkish bath. The centre of the quaint fishing village of Alvor is just a short stroll away and both the Pestana Alto Golf and Pestana Carvoeiro Golf complexes are nearby. All have partial kitchen with fridge, kettle, plus, a microwave oven and air conditioning. Free WiFi in lobby
The Porches Praia apartments are adjacent to the Pestana Viking Hotel which enjoys a fabulous cliff top setting overlooking the Atlantic Ocean with direct access to a sheltered beach. Guests staying at the Porches Praia apartments have access to the Viking s facilities that include a salt-water swimming pool, a heated indoor salt-water swimming pool, pool side snack bar, restaurant, sauna, massage, gym, jacuzzi, shop. There are many onsite activities for both children and adults and the different Pestana Viking restaurants and bars have been designed to satisfy the most discerning and diversified of tastes. All have full kitchen and are air-conditioned. Free WiFi
Located in the heart of the Algarve, the Pestana Palm Gardens - Ocean Villas, is a four star resort in the charming fishing village of Carvoeiro and is situated in an elevated position overlooking the ocean, a short walk from the beach of Centeanes. The resort is situated less than two miles from the centre of the picturesque fishing village of Praia do Carvoeiro. Shops, night spots and restaurants are all within a short distance of the resort. The town houses are designed in the style of the Algarve and built around a large swimming pool. The resort is about 10 minutes drive from Pestana Carvoeiro Golf which is home to the two tournament courses of Pinta and Gramacho. Unit Information All have full kitchen with fridge, kettle, plus, a microwave oven and air conditioning. All units are fitted with a free to use safe. Free WiFi in apartments
Should you have a query regarding your membership (other than exchange),the current benefits, special offers etc can be viewed in the secure members area of our web-site. It is regularly updated and features news, videos, resort brochures, calendars and much more. If you do not have access to the Internet, you can call the Guest Relations office at your home resort using their telephone number listed below: Madeira Beach Club +351 291 239 707 Carlton Tower Suites +351 291 239 708 Pestana Palms +351 291 765 316 Pestana Village +351 291 701 692 Pestana Miramar +351 291 706 152 Pestana Grand +351 291 707 412 Pestana Promenade +351 291 141 427 To request an exchange, an apartment upgrade, or even an airport pick up, please telephone the number below. Our operators will be on hand to help you from Monday to Friday 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. (local time) You can also fax, write or Email your request or query to the contact number/address below. Telephone: +351 291 141 576 Fax: +351 291 763 987 E-mail resorts.madeira@pestana.com Mail. Reservations Dep t Pestana Vacation Club P.O.Box 1, 9001-951 Funchal, Madeira, Portugal Pestana Alvor Beach Club +351 282 400 970 Pestana Alvor Park +351 282 000 500 Pestana Palm Gardens +351 282 350 200 Pestana Viking +351 282 320 500 You can also request an exchange online by logging on to then click on RESERVATIONS in the menu