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PortoBay Serra Golf

PortoBay Serra Golf
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (188)
"Very helpful staff. Excellent food and service. Nice happy hour. Poncha cocktail was excellent. Highly recommend this hotel."
Canada
Daniel
The price is AU$181
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
PortoBay Serra Golf

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
5.0 star property
Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (280)
"Great hotel. Right beside the airport. "
Canada
Ryan Joseph Anthony
The price is AU$520
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Sentido Galosol

Sentido Galosol
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (419)
"Room was spotless, stayed for two weeks, couldn’t ask for better service, staff was attentive, friendly and polite Check in and out was smooth, facilities are amazing, food was exceptional and the location was perfect Thanks to everyone at this wonderful place "
Canada
Wijdan
The price is AU$385
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
Sentido Galosol

Rocamar Lido Resort

Rocamar Lido Resort
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (351)
"This property did have a good bedroom with pleasant views ! Breakfast a complete disaster, Personally wouldn’t stay here again. Stay one week, "
United Kingdom
Joaquim Da Silva
The price is AU$161
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Rocamar Lido Resort

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (273)
"Clean, comfortable and quiet rooms. "
United States
Peter
The price is AU$228
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden

Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (218)
"The stay was very nice."
Germany
Anett
The price is AU$251
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan
Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden

Sentido Galomar - Adults Only

Sentido Galomar - Adults Only
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (63)
"it is 12 min from airport. it is a perfect place to stay with oportunity of swimming in the sea, spa, good food and totally relaxing before going back."
United States
Yafa
The price is AU$270
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Sentido Galomar - Adults Only

Dom Pedro Garajau

Dom Pedro Garajau
3.0 star property
Santa Cruz
7.4 out of 10, Good, (478)
"The rooms are a little dated, but the staff was amazing so I would definitely stay again!"
Canada
Ashley
Dom Pedro Garajau

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (260)
"Nice excellent service , food is great "
Canada
philip
The price is AU$375
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

The Views Oasis - Family Friendly

The Views Oasis - Family Friendly
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (248)
"great hotel ideal for families"
United Kingdom
Balazs
The price is AU$291
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
The Views Oasis - Family Friendly

Inn & Art Madeira

Inn & Art Madeira
3.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (14)
"The staff was so kind and the property looks on the beautiful cliffs of Madeira. We loved being able to use the Galosol pool, this was definitely a highlight. There are many restaurants within walking distance and parking is very inexpensive and easy in front. Nice to be away from the city but still close to visit as needed, would recommend for a relaxing stay!"
United States
Anna
The price is AU$197
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Inn & Art Madeira

Villa-Kasia Ocean View

Villa-Kasia Ocean View
3.5 star property
Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"This was a perfect location for a stay in Madiera. Nice view, free parking, and all the amenities anyone could want in the room. So many thoughtful extras like wine, bottled water, shampoo, conditioner, shaving cream, washing machine and drying rack, etc. I would definitely stay again. "
United States
Lacey
The price is AU$300
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Villa-Kasia Ocean View

Quinta de Santo António da Serra

Quinta de Santo António da Serra
3.0 star property
Santa Cruz
6.4 out of 10, (14)
"Excellent environment, beautiful place , very helpful staff and owner, highly recommended "
Canada
Tak
Quinta de Santo António da Serra

Alta Garajau II

Alta Garajau II
5.0 star property
Santa Cruz
The price is AU$304
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Alta Garajau II

Jardins do Oceano

Jardins do Oceano
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
The price is AU$397
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Jardins do Oceano

Sun Flower

Sun Flower
3.0 star property
Santa Cruz
Sun Flower

Apartamento Estrela Azul

Apartamento Estrela Azul
3.0 star property
Santa Cruz
Apartamento Estrela Azul

Apartamento Estrela Azul

Apartamento Estrela Azul
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
The price is AU$289
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Apartamento Estrela Azul

Penthouse Caniço de Baixo

Penthouse Caniço de Baixo
3.0 star property
Santa Cruz
5.0 out of 10, (2)
"Spent 3 nights, good location only 11 mins from airport, in front of the Riu hotel. 3 bedrooms, one huge living room, fully equipped kitchen, terrace overlooking the sea and Riu. Small handy supermarket downstairs, parking in the building's garage but better have smaller than bigger car, it's a bit tight. Beach about 10 mins walking, I still swam in early March. Extra blankets appreciated, early March, still colder nights. One heating unit. Strict owner - if you're coming late to meet him (he'll...
Canada
Yvette
Penthouse Caniço de Baixo

Alta do Garajau II 2 AT

Alta do Garajau II 2 AT
2.0 star property
Santa Cruz
Alta do Garajau II 2 AT
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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Santa Cruz?
The Views Oasis - Family Friendly is a favourite property for Expedia customers. This hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Reviews from our site also recommend Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive and Sentido Galosol as top options for your visit. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Santa Cruz.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Santa Cruz has to offer?
House / Villa - Santa Cruz: This highly rated holiday home rental in Santa Cruz offers a patio, a garden and a BBQ to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. Kick off your shoes and enjoy yourself with 1 hot tub and a selection of books. Another good choice for your trip to Santa Cruz is Vacation home with fantastic sea views in the first row. See all vacation rentals in Santa Cruz.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Santa Cruz.
What's the best family accommodation in Santa Cruz?
Sentido Galosol is a hotel with 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options for your child-friendly holiday include The Views Oasis - Family Friendly and Cais da Oliveira. Also, attractions in the area such as CR7 Museum and Lido Bathing Complex are fun for children of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Santa Cruz.
What's the best all-inclusive hotel in Santa Cruz?
Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive is an all-inclusive hotel featuring 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools, and a favourite with Expedia travellers. Cais da Oliveira is another good choice for your holiday. See more all-inclusive resorts in Santa Cruz.
What's the best LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Santa Cruz?
In Mountain is a top LGBTQ-friendly country house, and features a full-service spa and private pools. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Santa Cruz.
What's the best dog-friendly place to stay in Santa Cruz?
Inn & Art Madeira is a top hotel for people travelling with their pets, and offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool for its human guests. Other good choices to stay with your pet include In Mountain and Casas de Pedra. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Santa Cruz.
What's the best accommodation option for a beach holiday in Santa Cruz?
Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive is a top beach hotel with 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants, and it's located on Reis Magos Beach . Other good options to stay near the beach include Sentido Galosol and The Views Oasis - Family Friendly. See more stays near the beach in Santa Cruz.
What's the best luxury hotel 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 travellers looking for an elegant place to stay. Another upscale choice for your stay is Royal Orchid. Find more luxury hotels in Santa Cruz.
What's the best place to stay if I'm looking to play golf in Santa Cruz?
Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive is a top hotel that has an adjacent golf course and features free WiFi. Other good options to stay near a golf course include Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club and Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden. You can tee off at Palheiro Golfe during your trip. See more golf hotels in Santa Cruz.
What are some accommodation options with pools in Santa Cruz?
Sentido Galosol is a top hotel with 2 outdoor swimming pools, a children's pool and 2 restaurants. A couple of other options that offer an on-site pool include Cais da Oliveira and Rocamar Lido Resort. View all hotels with pools in Santa Cruz.
What is the best spa hotel in Santa Cruz?
Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive is a top beach spa hotel featuring 4 bars, a fitness centre, tennis courts and an indoor pool. Treat yourself to a massage or sauna at Atlantic Relax. Other popular spa hotels in Santa Cruz include Sentido Galosol and The Views Oasis - Family Friendly. See all spa hotels in Santa Cruz.
What is staying in Santa Cruz like?
Travellers give high marks for the top-notch restaurants in Santa Cruz, which is also known for its beaches. Tourists can also enjoy so much more including its sporting events. In Santa Cruz, there are 643 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Santa Cruz.
What should I do while I'm visiting Santa Cruz?
Landmarks like Road of Christ the King and Cristo Rei might be worth a visit. Natural beauty is on display at Palmeiras Beach, Reis Magos Beach and Ponta da Oliveira. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Aquaparque Madeira and Quinta Da Junta. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Santa Cruz guide.
What's the weather like in Santa Cruz?
The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 17°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 506 mm.

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