Pestana São Tomé

5.0 star property
Beachfront comfort, a fitness centre

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Outdoor pool
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Poolside views, open daily
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi
Garden

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$416
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept

Explore the area

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Avenida Marginal 12 De Julho, São Tomé, 851
  • Estadio Nacional 12 de Julho
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Cathedral of São Tomé
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • São Sebastião Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • São Tomé Island (TMS-São Tomé Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Single Room, Garden View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Minibar
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double or Twin Room, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Minibar
  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Minibar
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Single Room, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Minibar
  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the area

São Tomé

A luxury stay in São Tomé awaits you at Pestana São Tomé. Within steps you'll find Palácio dos Congressos and Estadio Nacional 12 de Julho within a 10-minute stroll. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a poolside bar. .The restaurant, Restaurant Principe, serves Regional cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site gym and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a conference centre and laundry facilities. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 5-property class Vila Maria hotel include Cathedral of São Tomé and São Sebastião Museum.

What's nearby

  • Palácio dos Congressos - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Estadio Nacional 12 de Julho - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cathedral of São Tomé - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • São Sebastião Museum - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • São Nicolau Waterfall - 26 min drive - 20.9 km

Getting around

  • São Tomé Island (TMS-São Tomé Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Papa Figo - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pico Mocambo - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Café Park - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Jasmin - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Max Dog - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Pestana São Tomé

Beachfront comfort, a fitness centre
Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sunloungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. Have fun in the sun at Pestana São Tomé with summer activities such as snorkelling, scuba diving and kayaking.

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This luxury hotel also offers a fitness centre, a garden and a terrace. Self parking is free.

This 5-star São Tomé hotel is smoke free.

  • 115 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2008
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Pestana São Tomé offers 115 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Rooms open to balconies. Satellite televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This São Tomé hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant Principe

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2008
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Pestana São Tomé

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 158
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 79 (from 3 to 11 years old)
  • Destination fee: EUR2.1 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 1 year of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts major credit cards and Visa. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Pestana São Tomé
Pestana São Tomé Hotel
Pestana São Tomé Hotel Sao Tome Island
Pestana Sao Tome Ocean Hotel Sao Tome
Pestana São Tomé Sao Tome Island
Pestana São Tomé Sao Tome

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Pestana São Tomé?

Pestana São Tomé offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Pestana São Tomé?

As of 17 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pestana São Tomé on 18 Sept 2025 start from AU$408.18, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Pestana São Tomé?

Yep, Pestana São Tomé has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Pestana São Tomé?

The closest beach to Pestana São Tomé is Jale Beach (41.2 km).

What makes Pestana São Tomé a romantic place to stay?

Ocean-view dining and a lounge bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Pestana São Tomé.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Pestana São Tomé?

No, Pestana São Tomé does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Pestana São Tomé?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Regional cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Pestana São Tomé?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Pestana São Tomé?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.