Pestana Casino Studios

Pestana Casino Studios is an apartment-style hotel at Avenida do Infante 9, in central Funchal, Madeira, next to the Casino Madeira and the Pestana Casino Park complex. The location is on the eastern side of the hotel zone, with the Zona Velha, the marina and the Quinta Vigia gardens within walking distance, and the airport roughly 20 kilometres away. Published double-room rates start from about €113 per night, which makes it a more affordable option than the five-star hotels beside it while sharing the same neighbourhood. The property offers deluxe studios and deluxe studios with sea view, each with a kitchenette, a balcony and air conditioning, so guests can prepare simple meals and use the outdoor space in Madeira's mild climate. Facilities include an outdoor pool, an indoor heated pool, a jacuzzi and a tennis court, with wi-fi and paid parking. Guests can also request access to the gym and spa of the neighbouring Pestana Casino Park, an arrangement that extends the wellness offer without the cost of a larger hotel. There are no restaurants of its own listed, so breakfast and dinner are taken at the neighbouring hotel or at cafes and restaurants in the old town and along the waterfront, where Madeiran specialities such as espetada, espada and bolo do caco are widely available. The studio format suits couples, small families and longer stays, as the kitchenette allows self-catering and reduces dining costs. Service is more limited than at a full-service resort, but staff can assist with excursion bookings and local advice. The neighbouring casino and nightclub provide evening entertainment, although guests seeking quiet should ask about room position. The surrounding streets slope towards the harbour, so the walk to the old town is downhill and the return uphill, and many guests use taxis in the evening. It is a practical base for visitors who want central access with self-catering flexibility.