Pestana São Tomé is a modern seafront hotel in the capital, combining luxury amenities with superb views and ocean exploration.
Location: Located on Ana Chaves Bay in São Tomé city, the hotel offers direct access to a private beach and pier, while being within walking distance of key attractions - including Fort São Sebastião, the national museum, and vibrant local markets.
Rooms: The 115 bright, air-conditioned rooms - including garden, sea-view, junior suits, and spacious central suites (60 m²) - feature en-suite bathrooms, satellite TV/DVD, minibar, safe, Wi-Fi and balconies overlooking the bay or gardens.
Amenities: Guests can relax in the infinity pool carved into volcanic rock, unwind in the spa with sauna and Turkish baths, or work out in the fully equipped gym. Dining options include the Porto Alegre bar and Príncipe restaurant, offering buffet breakfast from 4 am, plus room service, gift shop, and event facilities for up to 200 guests.
Activities: The hotel organises diving and snorkelling via its onsite Dive Tribe centre, plus kayaking, fishing and boat trips to Ilhéu das Rolas. It also offers guided cultural tours to local landmarks, including Pico Cão Grande and Obo National Park, along with easy access to city nightlife and the adjacent casino.
Sustainability: Part of Pestana Group’s Planet Guest programme, the hotel supports social and environmental responsibility - reducing single-use plastics, engaging local communities, and earning Green Key recognition for sustainable hospitality.
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