Santa Maria Maior Travel Guide

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A botanical garden with colorful flower beds, a palm tree, and a cityscape in the background.
A landscaped garden with geometric flower beds, a coastal town in the background, and a clear blue sky.
A landscaped garden with a geometric flower bed design, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A coastal view with a building and purple flowers in the foreground.
A person arranging flowers in a room with a television displaying the word "Tim."
PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only

PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only

4 out of 5
Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades Funchal
The price is AU$513 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
AU$513
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (493 reviews)
"Check-in was friendly & professional. Our room was very clean and well maintained however the air con was rather noisy. The buffet breakfast was fine and the staff were very pleasant. The pool area was clean and there was always plenty of sunbeds to be had. We had a nice stay."

Reviewed on 28 July 2026

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Arts In Hotel Conde Carvalhal

Arts In Hotel Conde Carvalhal

4 out of 5
Rua Conde Carvalhal, 53 Funchal
The price is AU$269 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
AU$269
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Arts In Hotel Conde Carvalhal
Mirasol Guesthouse

Mirasol Guesthouse

3 out of 5
Rua Bela De São Tiago 67 Funchal
Stay at this hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Funchal Farmers Market and Praca ...
8.2/10 Very good! (133 reviews)
"Charming guesthouse, staff were friendly and helpful. In a great location within a couple minutes of the waterfront and restaurants. It’s an older building so don’t expect anything fancy but the room was comfortable and clean."

Reviewed on 31 July 2026

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Three House Hotel

Three House Hotel

4 out of 5
Rua Brigadeiro Oudinot 2 Funchal Madeira
Stay at this aparthotel in Funchal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Funchal Farmers Market and Town Square are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (65 reviews)
"Although the decor is a little “quirky” we found the Three House Hotel excellent. The staff couldn’t have been more helpful, the location is super convenient, car park extra useful when hiring a car, near the cable car, next to the old town. The list goes on and one. The apartment itself is spacious ..."

Reviewed on 17 July 2026

Three House Hotel
Sea and Sun 4 You - Choupana Studio

Sea and Sun 4 You - Choupana Studio

5 out of 5
R. do Clube da Choupana 30A Funchal Madeira
Stay at this luxury apartment in Funchal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a casino. Popular attractions Funchal Farmers Market and Town Square are located ...
Sea and Sun 4 You - Choupana Studio
Apartamentos Taberna

Apartamentos Taberna

3 out of 5
Rua de Santa Maria 123 Funchal Madeira
Stay at this business-friendly apartment in Funchal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an airport shuttle (surcharge) and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Funchal ...
8/10 Very good! (36 reviews)
"Very central"

Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

Apartamentos Taberna
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Stay near popular Santa Maria Maior attractions

A fruit market with various fruits like mangoes, bananas, and oranges displayed in baskets.
Photo by Sylwia Olejnik-Antkowiak
Open Photo by Sylwia Olejnik-Antkowiak

Funchal Farmers Market

8.6/10 (1,393 reviews)
During your trip to Santa Maria Maior, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Funchal Farmers Market. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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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$43
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Funchal: Pico do Arieiro Sunrise Plus 2 extra Hiking Trails

Funchal: Pico do Arieiro Sunrise Plus 2 extra Hiking Trails

AU$56
per adult
Funchal: Pico do Arieiro Sunrise Plus 2 extra Hiking Trails
Picture 3 for Activity Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal Jeep Tour

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

AU$114
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4WD Tour
Madeira: Garajau Nature Reserve Kayak and Snorkel Tour

Madeira: Garajau Nature Reserve Kayak and Snorkel Tour

AU$58
per adult
Madeira: Garajau Nature Reserve Kayak and Snorkel Tour
Picture 2 for Activity Caldeirão Verde: Queimadas PR9 Transfer Hike

Caldeirão Verde: Levada Caldeirao Verde Hiking Transfer

AU$63
per adult
Caldeirão Verde: Levada Caldeirao Verde Hiking Transfer
Nuns Valley Tour

Nuns Valley Tour

AU$41
per adult
Nuns Valley Tour
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Cities near Santa Maria Maior

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

Funchal