Santa Cruz

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Santa Cruz Beach featuring a pebble beach and tropical scenes
Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
4 out of 5
Estrada da Ribeira, 4, Santa Cruz
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (122 reviews)
"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."

Reviewed on Apr 11, 2024

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Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
4 out of 5
Praia dos Reis Magos, Santa Cruz
The price is $243 per night from Apr 30 to May 1
$243
$259 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 30 - May 1
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (165 reviews)
"Beautiful, lovely and amazing Enjoyed meal times, and all drinks and activities like swimming, walking about , ."

Reviewed on Apr 18, 2024

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Rocamar Lido Resort
Rocamar Lido Resort
4 out of 5
Caminho Cais da Oliveira, Caniço de Baixo, Santa Cruz
The price is $119 per night from May 21 to May 22
$119
$130 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (293 reviews)
"Limit wifi connection throughout the hotels property. Only food in the restaurant and bar area."

Reviewed on Apr 17, 2024

Rocamar Lido Resort
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Dom Pedro Garajau
Dom Pedro Garajau
3 out of 5
Estrada do Garajau, 131, Santa Cruz
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly aparthotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Madeira Botanical ...
7.2/10 Good! (388 reviews)
"Second time staying here. Lovely hotel in Garajau. Decent breakfast, clean rooms and extremely nice people. Would highly recommend."

Reviewed on Apr 3, 2024

Dom Pedro Garajau
APARTMENT T3 TOURISTIC PRIVAT DELUXE FAMILY INMOUNTAIN
APARTMENT T3 TOURISTIC PRIVAT DELUXE FAMILY INMOUNTAIN
Caniço
Stay at this family-friendly condo in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and breakfast. Popular attractions Madeira Botanical Garden and CR7 Museum are ...
7.8/10 Good! (7 reviews)
Awful place
"When I search on Vrbo for properties I found this particular property amazing. When we got there my mild was blown away, I thought I was in a nightmare. We did not stay there as what we bought was not even near what the host presented to us. The jacuzzi was filthy, we were told that the bar and restaurant ..."

Reviewed on Aug 26, 2021

APARTMENT T3 TOURISTIC PRIVAT DELUXE FAMILY INMOUNTAIN
New top-floor 2-bedroom apartment with private sun terrace with ocean views
New top-floor 2-bedroom apartment with private sun terrace with ocean views
Caniço
Stay at this apartment in Santa Cruz. Enjoy a water park, WiFi, and onsite parking. Popular attractions Madeira Botanical Garden and CR7 Museum are located nearby. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (65 reviews)
Feb stay in Madeira
"We were happy with all the conveniences this property offered. With a full kitchen we were able to make some meals for ourselves and pack lunches for our lavada walks. Bus service was very close so no need for a car. Loved the roof to patio, lots of sunshine."

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2024

New top-floor 2-bedroom apartment with private sun terrace with ocean views
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Popular places to visit

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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.

Ponta da Oliveira
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Quinta Da Junta

Explore the great outdoors at Quinta Da Junta, a lovely green space in Santo da Serra. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Quinta Da Junta
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Santo da Serra Market

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Santo da Serra Market during your trip to Santo da Serra. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

Santo da Serra Market

Things to do

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TAP Portugal Lounge at Madeira Airport (FNC)

$28
Per adult
TAP Portugal Lounge at Madeira Airport (FNC)
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The Enchanting North – Jeep Safari Tour - Full Day

$60
Per adult
The Enchanting North – Jeep Safari Tour - Full Day
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Madeira: Open Water Swimming

$65
Per adult
Madeira: Open Water Swimming
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Reviews of Santa Cruz

4.5
Top Destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Y
Dec 16, 2019

Visited by chance but fell in love with the gorgeous city. Lots of enchanting Christmas decoration around a church and main square. Great restaurants/shops. Amazing boardwalk. Should see the mosaic art on boardwalk and great pebble/stone beach.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
May 7, 2019

A very lovely place. Clean. Reasonable prices. Great wines.

3/5 - Okay

Amy
Jan 7, 2019

Since we didn't walk into Santa Cruz town, we can't comment on the city.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Oct 2, 2018

The hotel gave me a bottle of champagne and dessert for my birthday

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Machico showing a pebble beach

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