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A coastal hotel with a pool, multiple buildings, and a rocky terrain.

A modern interior with a sofa, chairs, and a table, overlooking a rocky coastline and the sea.

A modern balcony with a curved seating area, a glass railing, and a view of the ocean and rocky cliffs.

A coastal resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a view of the sea.

1. Sentido Galosol

Santa Cruz

$141

$151 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A hotel with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A spacious lobby with a central black and white striped floor, multiple seating areas, and a glass elevator.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a TV, and a view of the city.

A buffet with various food items and a glass partition.

2. Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

Santa Cruz

$173

$186 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A hotel with a rooftop pool, a modern building with a flat roof, and a traditional building with a red-tiled roof.

A modern interior with a skylight, wooden beams, and a carpeted floor.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with books, and a view of a hillside through an open door.

A stone planter with succulents against a building wall.

3. Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus

Santa Cruz

$102

$111 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A pool with clear blue water and a view of the ocean.

Restaurant

A coastal property with a large building, a rocky shoreline, and clear blue waters.

A hot tub area with a view of the beach and ocean.

4. Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Santa Cruz

$321

$339 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A hotel with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a view of the sea at night.

A spacious lobby with hanging rattan lamps, a central seating area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, hanging woven light fixtures, and a variety of seating options including sofas and chairs.

A coastal landscape with palm trees, a rocky outcrop, and a view of the ocean.

5. The Views Oasis - Family Friendly

Santa Cruz

$173

$184 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A pool area with multiple swimming pools, palm trees, and lounge chairs.

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, white columns, and modern lighting fixtures.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, decorative lighting, and a herringbone floor pattern.

A balcony with two chairs and a table, overlooking a clear blue sea and a building with a red roof.

6. Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

Santa Cruz

$348

$366 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A large, white, two-story building with a tower and a covered porch.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants, surrounded by glass walls and a high ceiling.

A three-tiered stand with sandwiches and scones, a pitcher of tea, and a teapot on a table with a white tablecloth.

A spacious indoor area with a large window, a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

7. PortoBay Serra Golf

Santa Cruz

$157

$168 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a covered seating area, and a food display counter.

A two-story building with a stone wall and lush greenery.

A multi-story building with balconies, a tiled roof, and a garden area.

A bar area with wooden cabinets, a countertop, and bar stools.

8. Vila Ventura Apartment Hotel

Santa Cruz

$107

$116 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A tropical resort with a large pond, palm trees, and a bridge.

A modern hotel room with a kitchen area, a grey sofa, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view.

A resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and lush greenery.

A modern dining area with a large table and chairs, large windows with a view of the sea, and a balcony with outdoor seating.

9. Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden

Santa Cruz

$238

$255 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A clear view of a swimming pool with a view of the ocean and surrounding trees.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

A golf course with a clear sky, surrounded by tall pine trees.

A lobby with wicker furniture, a reception desk, and a large potted plant.

10. Garajau Madeira Hotel

Santa Cruz

$85

$93 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern outdoor seating area with a view of the ocean and rocky cliffs.

A woman in a green swimsuit relaxing by a pool with a clear blue sky and clouds in the background.

A modern interior with a sofa, chairs, and a table, overlooking a rocky coastline and the sea.

A modern, well-lit room with wooden paneling and a large window overlooking the sea.

11. Sentido Galomar - Adults Only

Santa Cruz

$155

$166 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A swimming pool surrounded by lawn chairs and umbrellas, with a house in the background.

A pink house with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.

A kitchen with a red island, wicker baskets with fruits and eggs, and a wine cooler.

A greenhouse structure with a triangular roof, surrounded by dense foliage and a garden area with a table and chairs.

12. Villa Camelia Boutique House

Santa Cruz

$147

$162 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A terrace with tables and chairs overlooking the sea, featuring a clear view of the ocean and a distant boat.

An aerial view of a coastal property with multiple buildings, a rocky shoreline, and clear blue waters.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a view into the bathroom.

An aerial view of a coastal property with multiple buildings, a rocky shoreline, and clear blue waters.

13. Inn & Art Madeira

Santa Cruz

$154

$165 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A balcony with a view of the sea, a potted plant, and yellow lounge chairs.

Exterior

A wooden staircase with a handrail and a potted plant at the bottom.

Two thatched-roof houses with colorful trim and a tropical garden in the foreground.

14. Villa-Kasia Ocean View

Santa Cruz

$120

$205 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A table set for two with a glass of red wine and a vase of flowers, overlooking a coastal view.

A kitchen with a view of the sea, a dining area with a chair, and a potted plant.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a built-in oven. There is a window providing natural light and a plant near the window.

A modern living room with two dark sofas, a glass coffee table, a floor lamp, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

15. Oceanic Apartments

Santa Cruz

$117

$126 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A small red building with a white door and windows, surrounded by lush greenery and pink flowers.

A cozy living room with a wooden staircase, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large window with curtains.

A large, red building with multiple windows and balconies, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and various trees.

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden ceiling beams, a radiator, and two framed pictures on the walls.

16. Quinta de Santo António da Serra

Santa Cruz

$121

$132 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A stone house with a swimming pool and a view of the sea.

A vineyard with rows of grapevines under a wooden pergola, overlooking a coastal view with a stone building and a clear blue sky.

A modern room with a large wooden table, a stone wall, and a view of the ocean through large glass doors.

A modern living room with a sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a large window offering a view of the ocean.

17. CASAS DO LARANJO- Cottages Infinity Pool by brugrani

Santa Cruz

$141

$201 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A hotel with multiple white buildings featuring red-tiled roofs and a clear blue sky.

A pool area with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with a rocky coastline in the background.

A balcony with a view of the sea and buildings with red roofs.

A coastal walkway lined with palm trees and a stone wall, leading to a body of water.

18. Penthouse Caniço de Baixo

Santa Cruz

$185

$422 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A high-rise building with multiple balconies and a rooftop pool.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a built-in oven.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a window with a view of a building.

A balcony with wicker chairs and a view of a hilly landscape with buildings.

19. Atlantic Dutchman

Santa Cruz

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a tall building.

A hotel room with a balcony, a bed, a TV, a desk, and two wicker chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a coffee maker, a table with chairs, and a view of the beach and ocean.

A coastal hotel with a swimming pool, a parking area, and a view of the sea.

20. Baía Madeira Hotel

Machico

$79

$87 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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A coastal hotel with a pool, multiple buildings, and a rocky terrain.

A modern interior with a sofa, chairs, and a table, overlooking a rocky coastline and the sea.

A modern balcony with a curved seating area, a glass railing, and a view of the ocean and rocky cliffs.

A coastal resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a view of the sea.

Sentido Galosol

Santa Cruz

$44 off

$203

per night

$431 total

includes taxes & fees

A pool with clear blue water and a view of the ocean.

Restaurant

A coastal property with a large building, a rocky shoreline, and clear blue waters.

A hot tub area with a view of the beach and ocean.

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Santa Cruz

Mobile Price $85 off

$381

per night

$801 total

includes taxes & fees

A pool area with multiple swimming pools, palm trees, and lounge chairs.

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, white columns, and modern lighting fixtures.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, decorative lighting, and a herringbone floor pattern.

A balcony with two chairs and a table, overlooking a clear blue sea and a building with a red roof.

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

Santa Cruz

Mobile Price $375 off

$348

per night

$732 total

includes taxes & fees

An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a covered seating area, and a food display counter.

A two-story building with a stone wall and lush greenery.

A multi-story building with balconies, a tiled roof, and a garden area.

A bar area with wooden cabinets, a countertop, and bar stools.

Vila Ventura Apartment Hotel

Santa Cruz

Mobile Price $28 off

$127

per night

$272 total

includes taxes & fees

A balcony with a view of the sea, a potted plant, and yellow lounge chairs.

Exterior

A wooden staircase with a handrail and a potted plant at the bottom.

Two thatched-roof houses with colorful trim and a tropical garden in the foreground.

Villa-Kasia Ocean View

Santa Cruz

$27 off

$120

per night

$339 total

includes taxes & fees

A clear view of a swimming pool with a view of the ocean and surrounding trees.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

A golf course with a clear sky, surrounded by tall pine trees.

A lobby with wicker furniture, a reception desk, and a large potted plant.

Garajau Madeira Hotel

Santa Cruz

$40 off

$100

per night

$217 total

includes taxes & fees

A coastal hotel with a pool, multiple buildings, and a rocky terrain.

A modern interior with a sofa, chairs, and a table, overlooking a rocky coastline and the sea.

A modern balcony with a curved seating area, a glass railing, and a view of the ocean and rocky cliffs.

A coastal resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a view of the sea.

Sentido Galosol

Santa Cruz

$38 off

$166

per night

$177 total

includes taxes & fees

A hotel with a rooftop pool, a modern building with a flat roof, and a traditional building with a red-tiled roof.

A modern interior with a skylight, wooden beams, and a carpeted floor.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with books, and a view of a hillside through an open door.

A stone planter with succulents against a building wall.

Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus

Santa Cruz

$11 off

$102

per night

$111 total

includes taxes & fees

A pool with clear blue water and a view of the ocean.

Restaurant

A coastal property with a large building, a rocky shoreline, and clear blue waters.

A hot tub area with a view of the beach and ocean.

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Santa Cruz

Mobile Price $34 off

$307

per night

$324 total

includes taxes & fees

An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a covered seating area, and a food display counter.

A two-story building with a stone wall and lush greenery.

A multi-story building with balconies, a tiled roof, and a garden area.

A bar area with wooden cabinets, a countertop, and bar stools.

Vila Ventura Apartment Hotel

Santa Cruz

Mobile Price $12 off

$107

per night

$116 total

includes taxes & fees

A hotel with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a view of the sea at night.

A spacious lobby with hanging rattan lamps, a central seating area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, hanging woven light fixtures, and a variety of seating options including sofas and chairs.

A coastal landscape with palm trees, a rocky outcrop, and a view of the ocean.

The Views Oasis - Family Friendly

Santa Cruz

$34 off

$193

per night

$205 total

includes taxes & fees

A balcony with a view of the sea, a potted plant, and yellow lounge chairs.

Exterior

A wooden staircase with a handrail and a potted plant at the bottom.

Two thatched-roof houses with colorful trim and a tropical garden in the foreground.

Villa-Kasia Ocean View

Santa Cruz

$13 off

$120

per night

$205 total

includes taxes & fees

A terrace with tables and chairs overlooking the sea, featuring a clear view of the ocean and a distant boat.

An aerial view of a coastal property with multiple buildings, a rocky shoreline, and clear blue waters.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a view into the bathroom.

An aerial view of a coastal property with multiple buildings, a rocky shoreline, and clear blue waters.

Inn & Art Madeira

Santa Cruz

$22 off

$195

per night

$207 total

includes taxes & fees

A modern outdoor seating area with a view of the ocean and rocky cliffs.

A woman in a green swimsuit relaxing by a pool with a clear blue sky and clouds in the background.

A modern interior with a sofa, chairs, and a table, overlooking a rocky coastline and the sea.

A modern, well-lit room with wooden paneling and a large window overlooking the sea.

Sentido Galomar - Adults Only

Santa Cruz

$43 off

$185

per night

$196 total

includes taxes & fees

You may also like hotels with pools in Santa Cruz

A coastal hotel with a pool, multiple buildings, and a rocky terrain.

A modern interior with a sofa, chairs, and a table, overlooking a rocky coastline and the sea.

A modern balcony with a curved seating area, a glass railing, and a view of the ocean and rocky cliffs.

A coastal resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a view of the sea.

Sentido Galosol

Santa Cruz

$141

$151 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A hotel with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A spacious lobby with a central black and white striped floor, multiple seating areas, and a glass elevator.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a TV, and a view of the city.

A buffet with various food items and a glass partition.

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

Santa Cruz

$173

$186 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A pool area with multiple swimming pools, palm trees, and lounge chairs.

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, white columns, and modern lighting fixtures.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, decorative lighting, and a herringbone floor pattern.

A balcony with two chairs and a table, overlooking a clear blue sea and a building with a red roof.

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

Santa Cruz

$348

$366 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A tropical resort with a large pond, palm trees, and a bridge.

A modern hotel room with a kitchen area, a grey sofa, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view.

A resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and lush greenery.

A modern dining area with a large table and chairs, large windows with a view of the sea, and a balcony with outdoor seating.

Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden

Santa Cruz

$238

$255 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A large, white, two-story building with a tower and a covered porch.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants, surrounded by glass walls and a high ceiling.

A three-tiered stand with sandwiches and scones, a pitcher of tea, and a teapot on a table with a white tablecloth.

A spacious indoor area with a large window, a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

PortoBay Serra Golf

Santa Cruz

$157

$168 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A hotel with a rooftop pool, a modern building with a flat roof, and a traditional building with a red-tiled roof.

A modern interior with a skylight, wooden beams, and a carpeted floor.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with books, and a view of a hillside through an open door.

A stone planter with succulents against a building wall.

Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus

Santa Cruz

$102

$111 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A pool with clear blue water and a view of the ocean.

Restaurant

A coastal property with a large building, a rocky shoreline, and clear blue waters.

A hot tub area with a view of the beach and ocean.

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Santa Cruz

$321

$339 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A clear view of a swimming pool with a view of the ocean and surrounding trees.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

A golf course with a clear sky, surrounded by tall pine trees.

A lobby with wicker furniture, a reception desk, and a large potted plant.

Garajau Madeira Hotel

Santa Cruz

$85

$93 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A swimming pool surrounded by lawn chairs and umbrellas, with a house in the background.

A pink house with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.

A kitchen with a red island, wicker baskets with fruits and eggs, and a wine cooler.

A greenhouse structure with a triangular roof, surrounded by dense foliage and a garden area with a table and chairs.

Villa Camelia Boutique House

Santa Cruz

$147

$162 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A small red building with a white door and windows, surrounded by lush greenery and pink flowers.

A cozy living room with a wooden staircase, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large window with curtains.

A large, red building with multiple windows and balconies, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and various trees.

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden ceiling beams, a radiator, and two framed pictures on the walls.

Quinta de Santo António da Serra

Santa Cruz

$121

$132 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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A hotel with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A spacious lobby with a central black and white striped floor, multiple seating areas, and a glass elevator.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a TV, and a view of the city.

A buffet with various food items and a glass partition.

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

Santa Cruz

$173

$186 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A coastal hotel with a pool, multiple buildings, and a rocky terrain.

A modern interior with a sofa, chairs, and a table, overlooking a rocky coastline and the sea.

A modern balcony with a curved seating area, a glass railing, and a view of the ocean and rocky cliffs.

A coastal resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a view of the sea.

Sentido Galosol

Santa Cruz

$141

$151 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A pool area with multiple swimming pools, palm trees, and lounge chairs.

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, white columns, and modern lighting fixtures.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, decorative lighting, and a herringbone floor pattern.

A balcony with two chairs and a table, overlooking a clear blue sea and a building with a red roof.

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

Santa Cruz

$348

$366 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A tropical resort with a large pond, palm trees, and a bridge.

A modern hotel room with a kitchen area, a grey sofa, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view.

A resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and lush greenery.

A modern dining area with a large table and chairs, large windows with a view of the sea, and a balcony with outdoor seating.

Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden

Santa Cruz

$238

$255 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A pool with clear blue water and a view of the ocean.

Restaurant

A coastal property with a large building, a rocky shoreline, and clear blue waters.

A hot tub area with a view of the beach and ocean.

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Santa Cruz

$321

$339 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A large, white, two-story building with a tower and a covered porch.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants, surrounded by glass walls and a high ceiling.

A three-tiered stand with sandwiches and scones, a pitcher of tea, and a teapot on a table with a white tablecloth.

A spacious indoor area with a large window, a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

PortoBay Serra Golf

Santa Cruz

$157

$168 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A swimming pool surrounded by lawn chairs and umbrellas, with a house in the background.

A pink house with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.

A kitchen with a red island, wicker baskets with fruits and eggs, and a wine cooler.

A greenhouse structure with a triangular roof, surrounded by dense foliage and a garden area with a table and chairs.

Villa Camelia Boutique House

Santa Cruz

$147

$162 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A hotel with multiple white buildings featuring red-tiled roofs and a clear blue sky.

A pool area with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with a rocky coastline in the background.

A balcony with a view of the sea and buildings with red roofs.

A coastal walkway lined with palm trees and a stone wall, leading to a body of water.

Penthouse Caniço de Baixo

Santa Cruz

$185

$422 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A modern outdoor seating area with a view of the ocean and rocky cliffs.

A woman in a green swimsuit relaxing by a pool with a clear blue sky and clouds in the background.

A modern interior with a sofa, chairs, and a table, overlooking a rocky coastline and the sea.

A modern, well-lit room with wooden paneling and a large window overlooking the sea.

Sentido Galomar - Adults Only

Santa Cruz

$155

$166 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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Top landmarks in Santa Cruz

A coastal promenade with a clear blue sky, rocky shore, and a white building with arches.

Palmeiras Beach

8.2/10 (368 reviews)

If you're in central Santa Cruz and want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Palmeiras Beach. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Machico Beach and Reis Magos Beach.

A coastal beach with rocky cliffs, clear blue water, and a small town in the background.

Reis Magos Beach

8.2/10 (61 reviews)

If being by the water is a major draw, Reis Magos Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from central Santa Cruz. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Palmeiras Beach, Complexo Balnear Barreirinha, and Sao Tiago Beach.

A coastal landscape with clear blue waters, rocky cliffs, and sparse vegetation.

Ponta da Oliveira

9.2/10 (31 reviews)

Ponta da Oliveira is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from central Canico, why not stop by during your stay. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Madeira Botanical Garden and Monte Palace Gardens, both nearby.

Santo da Serra Market

8.6/10 (27 reviews)

If you like strolling among the stalls, you might want to head out to Santo da Serra Market when visiting Santo da Serra.

Aquaparque Madeira

Aquaparque Madeira is in the heart of Pinheiro, so why not stop by during your stay. If you have fun at Aquaparque Madeira, you'll love Jardins do Palheiro and Whale Museum, both located nearby.

Garajau Cable Car

8.0/10 (1 review)

Garajau Cable Car is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from central Garajau, why not stop by during your stay.

Cristo Rei

8.0/10 (1 review)

You might want to get your camera out and head to Cristo Rei— just one of the landmarks located 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from central Canico.

Quinta Da Junta

8.4/10 (16 reviews)

If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, then make a stop at Quinta Da Junta in the heart of Santo da Serra. If you like Quinta Da Junta, you'll love Monte Palace Gardens and Madeira Botanical Garden, both just a short drive away.

Learn more about Santa Cruz

Notable for its seaside, Santa Cruz features attractions such as Palmeiras Beach and Aquaparque Madeira. This beachside city has something for everyone including restaurants as well as sights like Santo da Serra Market and Reis Magos Beach. All are within a small-town setting.

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Check out reviews of Santa Cruz hotels guests love

A pool with clear blue water and a view of the ocean.

Restaurant

A coastal property with a large building, a rocky shoreline, and clear blue waters.

A hot tub area with a view of the beach and ocean.

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States

Jenn

A table set for two with a glass of red wine and a vase of flowers, overlooking a coastal view.

A kitchen with a view of the sea, a dining area with a chair, and a potted plant.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a built-in oven. There is a window providing natural light and a plant near the window.

A modern living room with two dark sofas, a glass coffee table, a floor lamp, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

Oceanic Apartments

Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States

Gelu

A swimming pool surrounded by lawn chairs and umbrellas, with a house in the background.

A pink house with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.

A kitchen with a red island, wicker baskets with fruits and eggs, and a wine cooler.

A greenhouse structure with a triangular roof, surrounded by dense foliage and a garden area with a table and chairs.

Villa Camelia Boutique House

Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States

Ana

A pool area with multiple swimming pools, palm trees, and lounge chairs.

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, white columns, and modern lighting fixtures.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, decorative lighting, and a herringbone floor pattern.

A balcony with two chairs and a table, overlooking a clear blue sea and a building with a red roof.

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

The location was very convenient for trips to both the coast and inside of the island, a straight shot from the airport but still quiet, safe and secluded. The property was sparkling clean, including grounds and swimming pools. 24 hrs front desk, quickly responsive to requests such as extra patio chair or ironing equipment. Plenty of lounge chairs available with or without sunshade around the immaculately clean pools. Food variety at each meal included vegetarian, gluten and lactose free...

United States

Monika

A hotel with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a view of the sea at night.

A spacious lobby with hanging rattan lamps, a central seating area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, hanging woven light fixtures, and a variety of seating options including sofas and chairs.

A coastal landscape with palm trees, a rocky outcrop, and a view of the ocean.

The Views Oasis - Family Friendly

Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States

Vaishnavi

A large, white, two-story building with a tower and a covered porch.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants, surrounded by glass walls and a high ceiling.

A three-tiered stand with sandwiches and scones, a pitcher of tea, and a teapot on a table with a white tablecloth.

A spacious indoor area with a large window, a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

PortoBay Serra Golf

Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

It was a good decision chooosing to stay out of the City of Funchal and stay at this charming hotel with tranquil atmosphere that i feel well rested during my 4 night stay. The Staff were very friendly especially at the Restaurant, clean and spacious room, comfy bed, and it's also a big plus with Restaurant: serving good and traditional food. The breakfast buffet offers good choices of fresh fruits, fresh bread sortiments, home-made jam and their tasty omelet is never to miss. Some points for...

United States

Rica

A coastal hotel with a pool, multiple buildings, and a rocky terrain.

A modern interior with a sofa, chairs, and a table, overlooking a rocky coastline and the sea.

A modern balcony with a curved seating area, a glass railing, and a view of the ocean and rocky cliffs.

A coastal resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a view of the sea.

Sentido Galosol

Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

I really really enjoyed my stay. Hotel was clean and quiet and served my needs perfectly. Hotel staff was able to arrange for a rental car for me when I arrived to the hotel. Free parking was very limited but, I was always able to find paid street parking not far from the hotel. So not really a big deal. The hotel staff are superb. A special acknowledgement to Barbara Gomez who is so kind, professional, always had a smile on her face and offered great suggestions for things to do in Madeira...

United States

Kendra

A tropical resort with a large pond, palm trees, and a bridge.

A modern hotel room with a kitchen area, a grey sofa, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view.

A resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and lush greenery.

A modern dining area with a large table and chairs, large windows with a view of the sea, and a balcony with outdoor seating.

Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden

Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States

Robert

A hotel with a rooftop pool, a modern building with a flat roof, and a traditional building with a red-tiled roof.

A modern interior with a skylight, wooden beams, and a carpeted floor.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with books, and a view of a hillside through an open door.

A stone planter with succulents against a building wall.

Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus

Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States

Sandra

A balcony with a view of the sea, a potted plant, and yellow lounge chairs.

Exterior

A wooden staircase with a handrail and a potted plant at the bottom.

Two thatched-roof houses with colorful trim and a tropical garden in the foreground.

Villa-Kasia Ocean View

Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States

Lacey

A hotel with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A spacious lobby with a central black and white striped floor, multiple seating areas, and a glass elevator.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a TV, and a view of the city.

A buffet with various food items and a glass partition.

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States

Susan M

A stone house with a swimming pool and a view of the sea.

A vineyard with rows of grapevines under a wooden pergola, overlooking a coastal view with a stone building and a clear blue sky.

A modern room with a large wooden table, a stone wall, and a view of the ocean through large glass doors.

A modern living room with a sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a large window offering a view of the ocean.

CASAS DO LARANJO- Cottages Infinity Pool by brugrani

Santa Cruz

8/10 Very good

The house itself was beautiful and the host along with the housekeeper were very responsive. The pool was not heated as indicated in description. We enjoyed freshly baked bread the host provided during our stay. The bathroom sometimes had a sewer smell and required us to open and air the house out. They will be correcting the plumbing issue that resulted in fresh water flow from the toilet during our stay. They were very responsive in the clean up.

United States

Chathurani

A clear view of a swimming pool with a view of the ocean and surrounding trees.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

A golf course with a clear sky, surrounded by tall pine trees.

A lobby with wicker furniture, a reception desk, and a large potted plant.

Garajau Madeira Hotel

Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States

Courtney

A modern outdoor seating area with a wooden bench and a cushioned chair, a wooden pergola overhead, and a metal building with red accents in the background.

A modern pool area with a glass balustrade and a concrete structure.

A wooden pergola with hanging rattan swings, potted plants, and a view of the ocean.

A person sitting by a window with a view of buildings.

Three House Hotel

Funchal

10/10 Exceptional

United States

Stephanie

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a swimmer, and a large tree.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a grand piano, and ornate chandeliers.

A room with a large window overlooking the sea, a patterned floor, and modern furniture.

An aerial view of a resort with two swimming pools, a tennis court, and a rocky coastline.

Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira

Funchal

10/10 Exceptional

It was lovely fine days full of comfort from the always helpful stuff, gorgeous garden to walk and relax in, and a marvelous cliff overlooking the marina and sea of Funchal. The balcony/terrace was south oriented - full of flowers in pots, with a sunshade, table and chairs - lovely place to take a glass in the evening. The only small minus was a bit of possible noise from neighbour's room, but that wasn't a problem, rather just a notice.

United States

Jakub and Lucie

An outdoor dining area with wicker furniture, large glass windows, and a view of the ocean.

A resort with a large pool, beach area, and a high vantage point overlooking the sea.

A hotel with a pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the sea.

Lounge

The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay

Funchal

10/10 Exceptional

United States

Matthew

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