What's Santa Cruz like for family-friendly vacations?
If you’ve been thinking about a trip with your kids, the relaxing destination of Santa Cruz is a good choice. The beaches, sporting events, and restaurants are just some of the things that make this an attractive family vacation spot. Fly into Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC), which is located 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from the city center.
What's the best accommodation for a family trip to Santa Cruz?
How many family-friendly hotels will I find in Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 9 family-friendly hotels and other accommodations in Santa Cruz.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Santa Cruz?
The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 72°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 62°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 20 inches.
What's there to see and do with your family in Santa Cruz?
Santo da Serra Market, Laurisilva of Madeira, and Funchal Farmers Market are interesting attractions you and your family will enjoy exploring while you are staying in Santa Cruz. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Funchal Marina and La Vie Shopping Center.
Recent Reviews in Santa Cruz
Expedia verified reviews
5/5 Excellent
"Great value for money hotel. Good breakfast with quite a few options, and comfy bed. Hotel seems a little bit dated and cleaning could be improved. However, would stay again if catching early flight or arriving late as it’s only 5 mins from the airport."
A verified traveller stayed at Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
"Everything about this hotel what amazing… the food , the people and it’s very clean and I’m hard to please but I do not have any complaints. Love love love my stay here . For anyone who will go and see the sunrise, bring a blanket with you . 😃😃😃 "
A verified traveller from Ozone Park stayed at Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
"I liked the option of purchasing the dinner Buffett while I was there. After exploring all day it was nice to just go downstairs and enjoy the wide selection of food. I also enjoyed the bus stop right in front of the hotel that was easy to use. Everyone was friendly and I thoroughly enjoyed my stay. One thing was the pool closing hrs were at 2100 which for my family is typically the time we have winded down and are ready for a swim. I will say there was one night the front desk clerk kept the pool open a little later so we could take our time enjoying the pool so that was definitely a plus!"
A verified traveller stayed at The Views Oasis - Family Friendly
"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 during my stay.
My only “complaint” which is minor is the temperature of the hot water in my room . I like the option of very hot water when it comes to bathing/showering. The water in my room was barely lukewarm. Outside of this minor issue, I would most certainly would stay at this hotel again. "
"Had a great week at Rocamar, beautiful views, great breakfast, very clean hotel, very friendly staff besides the guys at the reception who are not as friendly and engaging! But would definitely stay there again."
A verified traveller stayed at Rocamar Lido Resort