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Our top choices for Santa Cruz beach hotels

A terrace with white lounge chairs and a table, overlooking a calm sea with boats and a lighthouse in the distance.

1. Hotel Varandas do Atlântico by RIDAN Hotels

Hotel Varandas do Atlântico by RIDAN Hotels
3.0 star property
Praia da Vitoria
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (157 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Unwind on the sandy shores with direct beach access and nearby ocean adventures at this waterfront hotel.
The price is AU$62
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hotel Varandas do Atlântico by RIDAN Hotels
A modern wooden cabin nestled among trees and rocks.

2. Caparica Azores Ecolodge

Caparica Azores Ecolodge
3.0 star property
Praia da Vitoria
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (38 reviews)
The price is AU$238
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Caparica Azores Ecolodge
A view from inside a building to a beach with a rocky path leading to the shore, a mountain in the background, and a door leading to the beach.

3. Hotel Beira Mar

Hotel Beira Mar
3.0 star property
Angra do Heroismo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (8 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Escape to nature's paradise on a black sand beach, where this tranquil hotel offers whale watching adventures and seaside serenity.
The price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hotel Beira Mar
A hotel room with a large window, a bed with floral pillows, a bedside lamp, and a phone on the nightstand.

4. Hotel Monte Brasil

Hotel Monte Brasil
2.0 star property
Angra do Heroismo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (11 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Relax on a pristine bay with whale watching just steps from this peaceful hotel.
The price is AU$81
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Hotel Monte Brasil
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Santa Cruz like for travellers who love the beach?

Find a great place to stay in Santa Cruz, which has a lot to offer the traveller looking to book a beach holiday.

What's the best place to stay for a beach holiday in Santa Cruz?

Hotel Praia Marina by RIDAN Hotels is a top hotel with free WiFi and free parking, and it's located on the beach . Royal Beach Hostel & Suites is another good choice to stay near the beach.

When's the best time for a beach holiday in Santa Cruz?

You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of year-round temperatures in Santa Cruz: The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 15°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 827 mm.

What is there to see and do around Santa Cruz?

After arriving and settling in at your accommodation of choice, you might want to venture out and explore. Beach lovers can spend some quality time by the water at Praia das 4 Ribeiras. Discover a variety of local attractions, which include Main Square and Miradouro do Facho. You can also pay a visit to Serra do Cume Viewpoint or Praia da Vitoria Marina for more to see and do.

What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Santa Cruz?

Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Santa Cruz more easily: The closest major airport is in Angra do Heroismo (TER-Lajes Intl.), located 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.