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Top 10 Santa Cruz hotels and places to stay

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (175)
"Very friendly staff, good variety of food and great hotel. My only recommendation is to either fully revamp the a la carte restaurant or else."
The price is CA $410
CA $436 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel
Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel
5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Excellent customer service, room view & property surroundings, it happened to be my birthday the day we checked in, a bottle if champagne was delived to my room with apples, very nice touch, classy resort..."
The price is CA $256
CA $269 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel
Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira
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Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira
5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (537)
"Management and food are amazing!"
The price is CA $962
CA $1,010 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira
Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature
2 indoor pools, 2 outdoor pools, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature
5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (368)
"One of the best hotel stays we have had. Amazing service. Great staff ready to help with anything and everything. They went the distance to ensure we were comfortable and looked after. Great breakfast! Terrific pool. Great spa. Great location. Need to go here again! "
The price is CA $554
CA $582 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature
Pestana Casino Park Ocean and SPA Hotel
Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Pestana Casino Park Ocean and SPA Hotel
5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Good location, near the centre and shops, restaurants and walls all near by. Highly recommend."
The price is CA $234
CA $246 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 25 - Jun 26
Pestana Casino Park Ocean and SPA Hotel
Enotel Lido - All Inclusive
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Enotel Lido - All Inclusive
5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (575)
"Nice clean property located in a good central area close to shops and amenities. Good food options and overall good service, helpful staff. "
Enotel Lido - All Inclusive
Saccharum Resort
Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Saccharum Resort
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (730)
"Great resort, great and dedicated staff This is an awesome destination, one of the best I have staywd, I do want to come back!!! "
The price is CA $360
CA $379 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Saccharum Resort
Barcelo Funchal Oldtown
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Barcelo Funchal Oldtown
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (81)
"I thought this hotel was excellent. Hotel is in a great location to explore the city. Hotel was well kept and the staff friendly and efficient. "
The price is CA $351
CA $369 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Barcelo Funchal Oldtown
The Cliff Bay
Indoor pool, outdoor pool
The Cliff Bay
5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (834)
"Cliff bay is a lovely hotel . Staff are very good , and if you have a request they try to sort it for you "
The price is CA $467
CA $490 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
The Cliff Bay
Melia Madeira Mare
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Melia Madeira Mare
5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (488)
"The staff was great. The breakfast was unbelievable. The place was very clean and convenient to all services."
The price is CA $251
CA $264 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Melia Madeira Mare
NEXT - Savoy Signature
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
NEXT - Savoy Signature
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (237)
"Great view"
The price is CA $245
CA $258 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 22 - Jul 23
NEXT - Savoy Signature
The Views Baia - Adults Only
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
The Views Baia - Adults Only
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (181)
"A wonderful option with beautiful views, a great pool, wonderful breakfast, and overall a lovely space. We have booked again in August and look forward to the same inpeccable service. "
The price is CA $240
CA $253 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
The Views Baia - Adults Only
Pestana Royal All Inclusive Ocean & Spa Resort
2 outdoor pools
Pestana Royal All Inclusive Ocean & Spa Resort
5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (88)
"Relaxed and pleasant atmosphere in a tropical garden, two pools with entertainment, exquisite buffet style meals, and champagne all day long "
The price is CA $369
CA $388 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 25 - Jun 26
Pestana Royal All Inclusive Ocean & Spa Resort
The Vine
Outdoor pool
The Vine
5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (889)
"The vine was an amazing hotel and the staff was incredibly helpful! I have a lovely time there and i would recommend to anyone! "
The price is CA $321
CA $337 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 26 - Jun 27
The Vine
Pestana Ocean Bay Resort
Outdoor pool
Pestana Ocean Bay Resort
4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (203)
"Very much enjoyed my time at this hotel & would visit again without hesitation. Food, activities along with scenery were exceptional! Staff were fantastic (Mariana Silva)in particular & check-in/out was smooth."
The price is CA $259
CA $272 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Pestana Ocean Bay Resort
Dom Pedro Madeira
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Dom Pedro Madeira
4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (425)
"They say they have parking but its often full. The food at the restaurant is very bad and most of the staff are rude. The views from the room is great though. It feels like a cheap hotel, you just pay for the view and the location (easy to walk to the beach, old town)"
The price is CA $197
CA $207 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 25 - Jun 26
Dom Pedro Madeira
Porto Mare Hotel
2 indoor pools, 2 outdoor pools
Porto Mare Hotel
4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (572)
"I enjoyed my stay at Porto Mare and highly recommend it. It is conveniently located in the area with many restaurants. The bus stop is in front of the hotel and you can hop on a bus to the centre of Funchal, or take a walk and enjoy the beautiful scenery on your way. The hotel staff is friendly and helpful with all the information you need. "
The price is CA $307
CA $323 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Porto Mare Hotel
Mediterrâneo Madeira
Terrace/patio
Mediterrâneo Madeira
4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (50)
"This place is amazing, the views are incredible. Facilities are very nice. The only issues are no aircon or fan so it gets a bit hot at night I had to leave balcony door open for airflow."
The price is CA $232
CA $244 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 27 - Jun 28
Mediterrâneo Madeira
Pestana Promenade Ocean Resort Hotel
Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Pestana Promenade Ocean Resort Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (653)
"Sun beds became difficult at times!"
The price is CA $271
CA $285 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Pestana Promenade Ocean Resort Hotel
Enotel Magnólia
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas
Enotel Magnólia
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (734)
"Free breakfast was delicious, rooms were very clean and comfortable, beds are a little hard but was definitely not a problem for us. Close walking distance to the harbour where all the fun can be had! "
The price is CA $231
CA $243 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 23 - Jul 24
Enotel Magnólia
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Residencial Funchal

Residencial Funchal

Rua do Hospital Velho 19A, Funchal
The price is CA $90 per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
CA $90
CA $102 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
7/10 Good! (151 reviews)

Accommodation near Santa Cruz attractions

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Ponta da Oliveira

Find a secluded dive spot in the cove protected by this dramatic rocky bluff or walk along cliff-top paths to take in Atlantic coast views.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Santa Cruz?

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club is a favorite property for Expedia customers. This hotel offers 3 outdoor pools and a restaurant. Other top choices based on traveler reviews include Santa Cruz Village Hotel and Vila Galé Santa Cruz. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Santa Cruz.

What are some of the best vacation rentals in Santa Cruz?

House / Villa - Santa Cruz: Visitors give good reviews to this Santa Cruz vacation home rental, which is located in the city center and has a patio, a garden, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. Kick off your shoes and enjoy yourself with a spa tub and a selection of books. See all vacation rentals in Santa Cruz.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Santa Cruz.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Santa Cruz?

For additional details about changing or cancelling your trip to Santa Cruz, head over to our customer service page.

What's the best place to stay for a family vacation to Santa Cruz?

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club is a hotel with 3 outdoor pools and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other options for your family trip include Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus and Santa Cruz Village Hotel. Attractions in the area like CR7 Museum and Lido Bathing Complex are also fun for kids of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Santa Cruz.

What's the best hotel to stay near the beach in Santa Cruz?

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club is a top beach hotel with 3 outdoor pools and free WiFi, and it's located close to Palmeiras Beach. Residencial Santo António is another good option for your stay near the beach. See more stays near the beach in Santa Cruz.

What's the best luxury accommodation in Santa Cruz?

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club is a luxury hotel with a private beach and a beachfront restaurant, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travelers looking for an elegant place to stay. Find more luxury hotels in Santa Cruz.

What are some hotels with pools in Santa Cruz?

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club is a top hotel with 3 outdoor pools, a children's pool, and free WiFi. View all hotels with pools in Santa Cruz.

What is the best spa hotel in Santa Cruz?

Vila Galé Santa Cruz is a top spa hotel featuring a fitness center, a free kid's club, and an indoor pool. Enjoy a hot stone massage, body treatment, or steam room at the onsite spa. See all spa hotels in Santa Cruz.

How is it staying in Santa Cruz?

Visitors to Santa Cruz are sure to find plenty to explore and enjoy. In Santa Cruz, there are 79 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Santa Cruz.

What should I do while I'm visiting Santa Cruz?

A favorite place to visit is Palmeiras Beach. You'll also find Machico Beach and Madeira Botanical Garden in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Santa Cruz guide.

What's the seasonal weather like 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.

Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews
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Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel

Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel

5/5 Excellent
"Excellent customer service, room view & property surroundings, it happened to be my birthday the day we checked in, a bottle if champagne was delived to my room with apples, very nice touch, classy resort..."
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