Canico Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal city with a mountain in the background and a clear blue sea.
A rocky beach with a rocky cliff and a building with umbrellas.
A rocky shoreline with clear blue water, a boat in the distance, and a cliff on the left.
A hiking trail with wooden railings, leading up a hill with houses and a statue at the peak.
A coastal path with a rocky hillside, parked cars, and buildings on the hill.
Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Praia dos Reis Magos Santa Cruz
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$524 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
AU$524
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (290 reviews)
"Clean rooms and exceptionally kind staff"

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
Sentido Galosol

Sentido Galosol

4 out of 5
Rua D. Francisco Santana Santa Cruz Madeira
The price is AU$234 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
AU$234
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (482 reviews)
"Stayed a week with fellow yogis. Enjoyed the glass yoga room facing the sea, multiple pools and sea swimming. Excellent location, beautiful property, helpful staff."

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

Sentido Galosol
Garajau Madeira Hotel

Garajau Madeira Hotel

3 out of 5
Estrada do Garajau, 131 Santa Cruz
The price is AU$129 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$129
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (502 reviews)
"Nice place to stay, Clean and spacious!"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

Garajau Madeira Hotel
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Garajau Madeira Hotel

Garajau Madeira Hotel

3 out of 5
Estrada do Garajau, 131 Santa Cruz
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (502 reviews)
"Nice place to stay, Clean and spacious!"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

Garajau Madeira Hotel
Caniço Bay Club

Caniço Bay Club

4 out of 5
Rua D. Francisco Santana Santa Cruz Madeira
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
7.2/10 Good! (132 reviews)
"The room was a little dated but really about what we expected for what we paid and seemed like very good value overall. Albeit small, was nice to have a pool and the facilities in our room allowed us to be self-sufficient as there were stores and car rentals very close by. Great location."

Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026

Caniço Bay Club
Falesia Gardens

Falesia Gardens

4 out of 5
R. da Falésia Santa Cruz Madeira
Stay at this aparthotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Ponta da Oliveira and Road of Christ the King are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (13 reviews)
"We loved this apartment it was beautifully presented and so peaceful, We enjoyed the settings and the pool area and would highly recommend. It's about a 10 minute walk to bus stop to Funchal, shops and restaurants."

Reviewed on 19 July 2026

Falesia Gardens
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Canico attractions

Ponta da Oliveira

9.2/10 (31 reviews)
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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Activities

City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras

AU$42
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Madeira: West Tour With Guide Fanal Forest SykWalkExperience

Madeira: West Tour With Guide Fanal Forest SykWalkExperience

AU$59
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Madeira: West Tour With Guide Fanal Forest SykWalkExperience
Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4WD Tour

Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4WD Tour

AU$112
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4WD Tour
From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour

From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour

AU$72
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour
Funchal: Pico do Arieiro Sunrise Plus 2 extra Hiking Trails

Stairway to Heaven, Pico do Areeiro, PR 1&3 - Sunrise Option

AU$29
per adult
Stairway to Heaven, Pico do Areeiro, PR 1&3 - Sunrise Option
Madeira: Garajau Nature Reserve Kayak and Snorkel Tour

Madeira: Garajau Nature Reserve Kayak and Snorkel Tour

AU$57
per adult
Madeira: Garajau Nature Reserve Kayak and Snorkel Tour
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Cities near Canico

A densely packed urban area with a mix of colorful buildings, including a prominent white church with a bell tower.

Funchal