Northern Madeira Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Sao Vicente which includes a pebble beach and landscape views
Sao Vicente showing café lifestyle, street scenes and outdoor eating
Sao Vicente featuring mist or fog, mountains and a church or cathedral
Sao Vicente showing a house, street scenes and heritage architecture
Sao Vicente

Where to stay in Northern Madeira

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Santana

Visitors to Santana rave about its fantastic nightlife, breathtaking beach views and beautiful gardens. You might also want to make some time to see Madeira Theme Park or Santana Traditional Houses while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Santana
Santana in Nature Bed & Breakfast

Santana in Nature Bed & Breakfast

3 out of 5
Estrada Regional 1, Sitio do Cortado, Santana, Madeira
Stay at this 3-star spa B&B in Santana. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Faial Beach and Igreja Matriz de Santana are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (123 reviews)
Mystical views in Santana...
"The location is great! I stayed in one of the rooms with panoramic view of the mountains and I felt like I was in a movie. There are manby places to go hiking. I used rideshare (BOLT) to get around but it is more convenient for those that have a car. The room was spacious. There was an issue with ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

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Aqua Natura Madeira Hotel

Aqua Natura Madeira Hotel

4 out of 5
Rotunda das Piscinas, No. 3, Porto Moniz
The price is AU$473 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
AU$473
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Porto Moniz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (493 reviews)
"The sea view"

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Aqua Natura Madeira Hotel
Mediterrâneo Madeira

Mediterrâneo Madeira

4 out of 5
Sítio do Calhau, 50, São Vicente, Madeira
The price is AU$258 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
AU$258
16 Sept - 17 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in São Vicente. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and onsite spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (98 reviews)
"Great location for exploring the island. Walking distance to grocery store and multiple restaurants."

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

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Studios by Aqua Natura Hotels

Studios by Aqua Natura Hotels

4 out of 5
Rua do Lugar, n.1, Porto Moniz, Madeira
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Porto Moniz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Porto Moniz Natural Pools ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (43 reviews)
"Very comfortable room and close to lava pools! Very helpful staff."

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

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Porto de Abrigo Guest House

Porto de Abrigo Guest House

3 out of 5
Sitio do Calhau, 58A, São Vicente
Stay at this 3-star apartment in São Vicente. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Caves of Sao Vicente and Volcanism Center ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (14 reviews)
"It was clean, beds were comfy. Paula was welcoming and she messaged to ensure we were alright and recommended some activities. The apartment is right next to a bar, if you have trouble sleeping, you might struggle a little. The restaurant next door is very nice, cofee and cakes are delicious. There ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2025

Porto de Abrigo Guest House
The Jolie Apartments

The Jolie Apartments

4 out of 5
Rua do lugar, 32b, Porto Moniz, Madeira
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Porto Moniz. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and Netflix. Popular attractions Porto Moniz Natural Pools and Lava Pools ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (9 reviews)
"Cozy and comfortable apartment in a fantastic location. Just steps away from a supermarket, great restaurants, and stunning ocean views. Highly recommended for a relaxing stay!"

Reviewed on 25 May 2025

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Popular places to visit

Porto Moniz Natural Pools which includes rocky coastline and a pool

Porto Moniz Natural Pools

Go for a swim in these unique salt water pools, which are dramatically set amid rugged coastal cliffs and protective volcanic rock.

Porto Moniz Natural Pools
Pico Ruivo

Pico Ruivo

Explore the great outdoors at Pico Ruivo, a lovely green space in Faial. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Pico Ruivo
Caves of Sao Vicente and Volcanism Center featuring signage and shopping

Caves of Sao Vicente and Volcanism Center

Explore this intriguing set of caves formed by an ancient volcanic eruption and learn about Madeira’s natural history at the on-site education center.

Caves of Sao Vicente and Volcanism Center

Lava Pools

Enjoy an outing to Lava Pools during your stay in Porto Moniz. Wander the seaside in this relaxing area.

Lava Pools

Fanal Protected Area

Explore the great outdoors at Fanal Protected Area, a lovely green space in Seixal. Wander the seaside in this relaxing area.

Fanal Protected Area

Madeira Theme Park

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Madeira Theme Park during your visit to Santana. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Madeira Theme Park

Cities near Northern Madeira

Machico featuring a pebble beach

Machico