A pebble beach with people sunbathing and swimming, a white building with a red roof, and a rocky coastline with houses on a hillside in the background.

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Check availability on Santa Cruz Cheap Hotels

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2 Sept - 3 Sept
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4 Sept - 6 Sept
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11 Sept - 13 Sept

Our top choices for Santa Cruz cheap hotels

1. Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus

Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
Santa Cruz
United States
Sandra
AU$167
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus

2. Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel
Santa Cruz
United Kingdom
malcolm
AU$313
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

3. Garajau Madeira Hotel

Garajau Madeira Hotel
Santa Cruz
United States
Lalit
AU$140
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Garajau Madeira Hotel

4. Sentido Galosol

Sentido Galosol
Santa Cruz
United Kingdom
Nazia
AU$282
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Sentido Galosol

5. PortoBay Serra Golf

PortoBay Serra Golf
Santa Cruz
United States
Raven
AU$258
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
PortoBay Serra Golf

6. Villa-Kasia Ocean View

Villa-Kasia Ocean View
Santa Cruz
United Kingdom
Valentina
AU$279
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Villa-Kasia Ocean View

7. Inn & Art Madeira

Inn & Art Madeira
Santa Cruz
United States
Timothy
AU$230
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Inn & Art Madeira

8. Quinta de Santo António da Serra

Quinta de Santo António da Serra
Santa Cruz
Canada
Tak
AU$224
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Quinta de Santo António da Serra

9. Valle Paraizo

Valle Paraizo
Santa Cruz
AU$238
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Valle Paraizo

10. Penthouse Caniço de Baixo

Penthouse Caniço de Baixo
Santa Cruz
Canada
Yvette
AU$553
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Penthouse Caniço de Baixo
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

10/10 Excellent
"The staff is absolutely wonderful—helpful, polite, and attentive without being overly formal or intrusive. It is rare to find such genuinely high-quality service. The ocean-water swimming pool is simply stunning, probably the most beautiful one I have ever seen. We had a truly lovely stay."
marie-automne 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

8/10 Good
"Excellent choice for breakfast. The setting and location is wonderful - sitting round the pool, looking towards the sea. Right next to the cute small town with some lovely restaurants. Hotel of a good standard with equally nice comfy rooms. Would have given a 5 out of 5 apart from on occasion, not enough staff on at the bar pool area in the day sometimes and some of the sunbeds are past their best. Would definitely stay here again."
malcolm 10-night trip
Posted 13 days ago
Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel
Garajau Madeira Hotel

Garajau Madeira Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Nice place to stay, Clean and spacious!"
Lalit 3-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Garajau Madeira Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Cruz like for travellers on a budget?
Santa Cruz has cheap accommodation options and a range of things to see and do, making it a great getaway spot for budget travellers. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions such as Palmeiras Beach, Reis Magos Beach and Ponta da Oliveira.
When is the best time for a budget trip to Santa Cruz?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Santa Cruz, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. 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.
What is there to see and do in Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz draws tourists with its fantastic dining options and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then make time for activities that are easy on the wallet. Check out the area's cultural spots like CR7 Museum and Museum of Natural History, or get outdoors at Palmeiras Beach.
How can I get to Santa Cruz and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Santa Cruz can help keep you on budget. The nearest airport is Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo), 0.9 mi (1.5 km) away. Santa Cruz might not have very many public transport options so a car rental could be a reasonable alternative to see more of the area.

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