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Pick from 49 Santa Cruz Beach Hotels and compare room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Villas Madalena - Suberb Chalet T2 Sea View and Wi-fi
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Villas Madalena - Suberb Chalet T2 Sea View and Wi-fi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Nous avons passé un excellent séjour dans une maison impeccable qui correspondait tout à fait à l annonce et avons découvert l ile de Madère sous un soleil présent"
Villas Madalena - Suberb Chalet T2 Sea View and Wi-fi
!!! PRIVATE SEA ACCESS AND SEA WATER POOL !!!
Outdoor pool
!!! PRIVATE SEA ACCESS AND SEA WATER POOL !!!
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (44)
"This place was unbelievably beautiful. The house big enough for a family and is very well maintained. We had absolutely no issues in or around the house. As nice as the house was we were almost never inside it. The outdoor living space is not only picturesque but it has plenty to do between the pool, ping pong/foosball, and just sitting around in the ample outdoor seating. The host andre was so nice. While we didn’t need him, he checked in to make sure we were ok and gave us some excellent...
!!! PRIVATE SEA ACCESS AND SEA WATER POOL !!!
Villas Madalena - Cozy Chalet Sea View and Wi-fi
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Villas Madalena - Cozy Chalet Sea View and Wi-fi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Sehr guter Zustand, sehr gute Kommunikation, gute Lage - kann man nur empfehlen!"
Villas Madalena - Cozy Chalet Sea View and Wi-fi
Downtown Santa Cruz - Solar da Fontinha
Property grounds
Downtown Santa Cruz - Solar da Fontinha
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
Downtown Santa Cruz - Solar da Fontinha
Apartment "Jota Paradise" with Sea View, Private Terrace & Wi-Fi
Property grounds
Apartment "Jota Paradise" with Sea View, Private Terrace & Wi-Fi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Very handy for the airport, very clean. "
The price is $94
$140 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Apartment "Jota Paradise" with Sea View, Private Terrace & Wi-Fi
Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
3 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (248)
"The staff here, whether at the front desk to the restaurant staff were so incredibly nice and made our stay here wonderful. 10/10 recommend, and will definitely be coming back if ever in the area. "
The price is $235
$251 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
Beachfront house with pool
View from property
Beachfront house with pool
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (18)
"Myself, sister in law and niece stayed for a week. The driveway was a little tricky with GPS and driving for the first time in foreign country. Once we figured it out the place was great!!!"
Beachfront house with pool
Santa Cruz Village Hotel
Scooter/moped
Santa Cruz Village Hotel
4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (100)
"Loved everything from the room to all the staff"
Santa Cruz Village Hotel
House / Villa - Santa Cruz
Pool
House / Villa - Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (23)
"Excellent stay, 10/10 recommend. Very clean and well maintained, beautiful views. Host was easy to communicate with, responsive, and had lots of thoughtful touches (local fruit, water, etc). Well stocked kitchen for cooking. Would recommend a car, but that’s true for most of Madeira. "
House / Villa - Santa Cruz
Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
Front of property
Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (135)
"Ona a adoré le rapport qualité/prix"
The price is $61
$69 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 25 - Jun 26
Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
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Santa Cruz Beach Hotels information

 

Beach Hotels in Santa Cruz

49

Highest price
$1,811
Cheapest price
$61
Number of guest reviews
843
Total number of hotels in Santa Cruz
3,688

 

Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Cruz like for travelers who love the beach?
Book a great place to stay in Santa Cruz, which has a lot to offer the traveler planning a beach getaway.
What's the best accommodation for a beach vacation 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 beach trip.
When's the best time for a beach vacation in Santa Cruz?
Plan your trip to the beach with this snapshot of year-round temperatures 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 is there to see and do around Santa Cruz?
After arriving and checking into your hotel, you’ll probably want to explore your surroundings. Beach lovers can head straight to Formosa Beach or Reis Magos Beach for some quality time by the water. Discover a variety of local attractions, which include Palmeiras Beach and Machico Beach. For additional things to see and do, consider a visit to Madeira Botanical Garden or Funchal Cable Car - Monte Station.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Santa Cruz?
Here’s some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Santa Cruz with ease. Make your way to Santa Cruz with a flight to Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC), the closest major airport which is located 1 mi (1.6 km) from the city center. If you’d like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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Pestana Casino Park Ocean and SPA Hotel

Pestana Casino Park Ocean and SPA Hotel

5/5 Excellent
"The hotel is beautiful. It's a place of relaxation. The staff is friendly and very helpful."
A verified traveler stayed at Pestana Casino Park Ocean and SPA Hotel
Posted 2 days ago
Pestana Casino Park Ocean and SPA Hotel