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Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Hotel in Santa Cruz

With 400 meters of private sea front, the 5-star property offers spacious rooms all with balcony and views of the Atlantic and the Deserted Islands.

a
asma
From
United Arab Emirates
The staff, especially Olena, went above and beyond to make my stay unforgettable. Although I hadn’t booked my tour in advance, she managed to arrange a car with a very knowledgeable driver for the entire day. Francisco from the restaurant was also incredibly helpful and kind. The massage was amazing,and last but not least,the manager was so welcoming and genuinely cared about making sure I had the best time possible. The property is situated 20 minutes from downtown, offering a serene and peaceful environment. While this may pose a challenge for guests without a car, taxis are readily available at all hours.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 600 reviews
Price from
US$312.71
1 night, 2 adults

Ocean View

Santa Cruz

Located in Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Palmeiras Beach, Ocean View provides recently renovated accommodation with free WiFi and a private beach area.

T
Timea
From
Ireland
The property was well equipped, very clean and comfortable. The ocean view from the balcony was amazing and a great spot for watching the sunrise in the mornings. The check in and out process was also straight forward and the owners were very responsive to all messages.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$88.39
1 night, 2 adults

Refúgio das Regadinhas

Santa Cruz

Offering inner courtyard views, Refúgio das Regadinhas is an accommodation located in Santa Cruz, 17 km from Marina do Funchal and 26 km from Santana's Traditional Houses.

P
Pavel
From
Czech Republic
comfy and cosy place close to the airport, very nice hosts
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Price from
US$150.57
1 night, 2 adults

Moradia Abreu

Santa Cruz

Located in Santa Cruz and only 2.3 km from Palmeiras Beach, Moradia Abreu provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

C
Cristina
From
United Kingdom
Location was great, 5 mins drive to Santa Cruz and 10 mins from airport The house had everything you could need, attention to detail, very clean, comfortable Great communication from the host and very helpful with information and recommendations Recycling bins for separating your rubbish A little gift from the hosts was a very nice touch, Thank You
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews
Price from
US$200.14
1 night, 2 adults

Santa Cruz II by An Island Apart

Santa Cruz

Located in Santa Cruz in the Madeira Archipelago region, Santa Cruz II by An Island Apart has a balcony.

D
Daniela
From
Italy
The apartment is new, super clean and very comfortable. It is located in the center of Santa Cruz and has many good options for restaurants. The small city itsself is nice and we really enjoyed the public swimming pool close to the sea...
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Price from
US$602.70
1 night, 2 adults

Santa Cruz I by An Island Apart

Santa Cruz

Set in Santa Cruz in the Madeira Archipelago region, Santa Cruz I by An Island Apart has a balcony.

A
Alicia
From
United Kingdom
Great location, 5 minutes from the airport 20mins to Funchal. Santa Cruz is a beautiful village with great restaurants. The property has everything you need even provided dishwasher tablets, shower gel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews
Price from
US$297.94
1 night, 2 adults

Moradia Casa Feliz

Santa Cruz

Set in Santa Cruz in the Madeira Archipelago region, Moradia Casa Feliz features a patio.

P
Pavlo Karnaushenko
From
Ukraine
A beautiful house with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Whatever you need, you can find in the house. Convenient location for exploring the island. There is a large grocery store nearby. Enough parking space. You won't regret staying here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews
Price from
US$422.07
1 night, 2 adults

Garajau VI by An Island Apart

Santa Cruz

Garajau VI by An Island Apart is set in Santa Cruz, 8.8 km from Marina do Funchal, 19 km from Girao Cape, and 33 km from Santana's Traditional Houses.

M
Michał
From
Poland
Everything was great. Full necessary equipment in kitchen. Great location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Price from
US$221.40
1 night, 2 adults

Central Park Sea Views

Santa Cruz

Situated in Santa Cruz and only 2.3 km from Reis Magos Beach, Central Park Sea Views features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

P
Paula
From
Poland
We enjoyed our stay, flat is equipped with anything u need. Its liitle bit cold in flat but u have cozy blankets and electric heater. The host is super nice and took good care for us. Highly recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews
Price from
US$99.67
1 night, 2 adults

Strategic Sunset House by An Island Apart

Santa Cruz

Located in Santa Cruz and only 1.8 km from Palmeiras Beach, Strategic Sunset House by An Island Apart provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

L
Lauren
From
United Kingdom
The property is beautiful, has everything you could need. Nice big bedrooms, comfortable beds, lovely bathrooms and nice bug kitcen and dining areas. Views are stunning across the Santa Cruz coast.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews
Price from
US$861.01
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews

Located in Santa Cruz within 600 metres of Palmeiras Beach and 18 km of Marina do Funchal, Funchal, Santa Cruz, Shared Room, Costa Lodges features rooms with free WiFi.

From US$101.92 per night

Casa do Massapez by Mth

Santa Cruz
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Casa do Massapez by Mth, a property with a terrace, is located in Santa Cruz, 18 km from Marina do Funchal, 24 km from Santana's Traditional Houses, as well as 29 km from Girao Cape.

From US$131.50 per night

Residencial Santo António

Santa Cruz
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 439 reviews

Situated in Santa Cruz, Residencial Santo António offers beachfront accommodation 80 metres from Palmeiras Beach and offers various facilities, such as a terrace and a bar.

From US$72.97 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews

Boasting garden views, Quarto com banheiro privativo- Room 2 features accommodation with a shared lounge and a balcony, around 600 metres from Palmeiras Beach.

From US$81.07 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews

Offering city views, Quarto de Casal Privativo- Room 1 is an accommodation located in Santa Cruz, 23 km from Santana's Traditional Houses and 29 km from Girao Cape.

From US$88.02 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.6
Passable - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Providing free WiFi, parking on-site and a private beach area, Funchal, Santa Cruz, Shared Room, Costa Lodges is a homestay located in Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Palmeiras Beach.

From US$111.88 per night

Sky and Sea Haven

São Pedro
Budget options available

Set in São Pedro and only 1.6 km from Palmeiras Beach, Sky and Sea Haven offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$180.68 per night

Santa cruz gaula

Santa Cruz
Budget options available

Offering garden views, Santa cruz gaula is an accommodation set in Santa Cruz, 15 km from Marina do Funchal and 25 km from Santana's Traditional Houses.

From US$92.66 per night

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AL Moniz

Machico
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,585 reviews

Situated in Machico and only 2.7 km from Palmeiras Beach, AL Moniz features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$86 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,078 reviews

Set in Machico, within 300 metres of Sao Roque Beach and 19 km of Santana's Traditional Houses, Residencial Familia offers accommodation with a private beach area and free WiFi as well as free private...

From US$115.82 per night

Dom Pedro Madeira

Machico
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,956 reviews

Situated on the island of Madeira, the Dom Pedro Madeira is located on the beach of Machico Bay.

From US$140.04 per night

White Waters Hotel

Machico
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 626 reviews

Facing the beachfront, White Waters Hotel offers 3-star accommodation in Machico and features a terrace, restaurant and bar.

From US$119.20 per night

Amparo

Machico
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 609 reviews

Amparo is situated in Machico, within 300 metres of Sao Roque Beach and 19 km of Santana's Traditional Houses. With free WiFi, this 2-star hotel has a restaurant and a bar.

From US$92.66 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 775 reviews

Featuring a house dating back to 1920, Porto Bay Serra Golf is surrounded by gardens, and provides guests with direct access to Santo da Serra Golf Course.

From US$114.66 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 590 reviews

Surrounded by nature, Enotel Golf Santo da Serra is 8 km from Machico, 20 km from Funchal and a 5-minute walk from Santo da Serra golf course.

From US$199.21 per night

The Views Oasis

Caniço
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,085 reviews

Surrounded by gardens and overlooking Ilhas Desertas and the Ponta de S. Lourenço, the The Views Oasis is only 8 km from Madeira Airport.

From US$331.25 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these places to stay in Santa Cruz and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
Passable - What previous guests thought, 79 reviews

Located in Santa Cruz and within 600 metres of Palmeiras Beach, Funchal, Santa Cruz, Shared Room, Costa Lodges features a private beach area, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

From US$166.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

Located in Santa Cruz, just 600 metres from Palmeiras Beach, Funchal, Santa Cruz, Shared Room, Costa Lodges provides beachfront accommodation with a private beach area, a seasonal outdoor swimming...

From US$131.57 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

Situated 200 metres from Palmeiras Beach, 18 km from Marina do Funchal and 23 km from Santana's Traditional Houses, Solar da Fontinha by An Island Apart offers accommodation set in Santa Cruz.

From US$674.77 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 907 reviews

The Pallet - Guest House is a beachfront property set in Santa Cruz, 100 metres from Palmeiras Beach and 18 km from Marina do Funchal.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews

Offering a terrace and sea view, Só Espeto Accommodation Rooms is located in Santa Cruz, 14 km from Marina do Funchal and 25 km from Girao Cape.

From US$167.94 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Featuring sea views, Ocean View Garden Retreat by the Golf Course provides accommodation with a balcony, around 20 km from Santana's Traditional Houses.

From US$734.76 per night

Cayenne House

Santa Cruz
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

Set in Santa Cruz in the Madeira Archipelago region, Cayenne House features a balcony. Featuring mountain and garden views, this holiday home also features free WiFi.

From US$447.66 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews

Featuring mountain views, Palheiro do Avô features accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 18 km from Santana's Traditional Houses.

From US$112.63 per night

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Avg. price/night: US$158.67
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 947 reviews
Perfect location, nice views, tasty food.
Guest review by
Ruta
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews
The location, cleanliness, more than enough for a couple, nice bathroom and shower.
Guest review by
Vasco
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
The property was lovely. The location was good, it was very clean, facilities were great, the pool was perfect and the loungers etc. perfect for a family / group of friends
Guest review by
Poppy
People with friends
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews
The only thing I liked about this property was the location and the view.
Guest review by
Grace
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 755 reviews
Location, air conditioning, comfortable beds
Guest review by
rebecca
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$127.40
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,368 reviews
hotel is on great location close to airport and Santa Cruz centre and still included parking, the rooms were clean, comfy and with nice equipment. the personnel was very helpful.
Guest review by
Jitka
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$127.40
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,368 reviews
Location is great, there are many good restaurants, good bathroom and quite a big room, good staff at the breakfast, we really appreciate their hard work
Guest review by
Huntošová
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
Location on top of a hill with great view from the terrace. Excellent holiday house.
Guest review by
Claudio
Group
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews
Good location for our needs, we enjoyed watching the planes coming and going from the airport. The neighours were very friendly and the respectful of the quiet hours betwen 22:00 - 8:00.
Guest review by
Tania
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 907 reviews
Good location, close to restaurants and the beach Adorable value for money, get what you pay for Friendly helpful staff Simple but all amenities
Guest review by
Georgina
People with friends
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 83 reviews
The location has everything you need, coffe machine included. Bathroom is Bigger than expected. The host Was very welcoming to wait for us at our arrival in the night
Guest review by
luca
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$115.82
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,851 reviews
It's very close to Santa Cruz city center, 5 min walk and 25 min walk to the airport or 15 min by car to Funchal. The staff was helpful and friendly, the breakfast was enough and various. The room which we get was comfortable and silent even if it is close to the airport. The pool was clean and the view gorgeous. Furniture is like any other hotel. Big plus for the air conditioning. Quality-price very good. We did not miss Funchal, Santa Cruz is not so crowdy and it's more clean. Free parking place on the street.
Guest review by
Raluca
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 907 reviews
IT was Clean, comfortable. Friendly staff. They informed us about the interesting places to visit. They Location ist perfekt - Bus, Airport, restaurants. Very nice! Enjoy it :)
Guest review by
Steliana Stoimenova
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews
Location was great and the apartment was clean and good facilities thank you
Guest review by
Matos
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews
Everything excellent. A great clean apartment in a beautiful vilage at excellent location to explore the island. The apartment is equiped with everythig one may need, the owner is super friendly and willing to help.
Guest review by
Peter
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$115.82
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,851 reviews
The 2 room suite was perfect for our family of four. The location is great - easy walk to the seafront, and close to the airport.
Guest review by
Carol
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 755 reviews
Good price , location
Guest review by
Janet
Solo traveller