From Madrid to Funchal, Marrakech to Rio de Janeiro: here’s a list of rooftops well worth discovering.
From among the countless rooftops in Pestana’s hotels, here we have chosen five of the most iconic. Some are special for their swimming pools, others because of their unique vibe, but all – without exception – are outstanding because of their jaw-dropping panoramic views.
Pestana Madrid Gran Vía
We kick off in style with a hotel in the center of Madrid, Spain, which can be found in the heart of the Spanish capital. Strategically perfect, when it comes to location, the hotel is a showcase for the liveliest side of the city. One of the highlights is undoubtedly the rooftop, which offers a truly memorable experience, with its combination of great music and an exclusive atmosphere. It’s the best spot to relax at sunset, sip a cocktail and admire the city’s silhouette, including the Gran Via’s emblematic buildings.
Pestana CR7 Funchal
When it comes to adjectives to describe the Pestana CR7 Funchal, then words like relaxed, contemporary and sophisticated seem fitting. This hotel in Funchal facing the sea and the city’s port, offering a bird’s eye view of the ships, as they arrive and depart towards the horizon. The best place to see all this happening is the building’s rooftop, which also offers attractions, such as the pool and sun loungers, not forgetting the modern bar, which always lends the experience an elegant and lively feel.
Pestana Casino Park
Originally designed by the renowned architect Oscar Niemeyer in the 1960s, the rooftop of the Pestana Casino Park, a five-star hotel in downtown Funchal, was given a new lease of life in 2021. This space is one of the most popular with hotel and casino guests, who find an elegant terrace with a large swimming pool and a panoramic deck. During the summer, the space hosts “Casino Rooftop” parties. The view over Funchal bay, which is flanked by the green mountains and the sea, is a veritable sight to see.
Pestana CR7 Marrakech
The Pestana CR7 Marrakech is located in one of the more modern parts of the Moroccan city, where there is a contemporary and cosmopolitan ambience that can also be felt at the hotel in the center of Marrakech, at the gateway to the desert. On the rooftop, the view is breathtaking. On one side, the exotic and lively city, stretching before us; on the other, the majestic Atlas mountains, standing tall on the horizon. At the end of the day, be sure to take a dip in the pool, which will give you time to appreciate the colours of the sunset in the Red City.
Pestana Rio Atlântica
You certainly can’t go wrong with a rooftop like this and a hotel by Copacabana beach, which looms 19 storeys high, just a stone’s throw from the waterfront. From the top of the Pestana Rio Atlântica, sightseers can not only see Copacabana but also the Leme and Arpoador beaches, the Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer statue, in an absolutely unique panorama. During the day, enjoy a dip in the pool; when it’s nighttime, try the tropical cocktails – some say they serve the best caipirinha in Copacabana. And if you still have the energy, the DJ sets are coolness personified, attracting tourists and locals alike.
