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Our top choices for Santa Cruz cheap hotels

Private kitchen
A modern outdoor balcony with seating and a table, glass doors, and a view of trees.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a small seating area.
A modern building with a reception area, potted plants, and a tiled walkway.

1. Paraíso - Touristic Apartments

Paraíso - Touristic Apartments
Funchal
United States
Gerald
AU$164
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Paraíso - Touristic Apartments
A hotel entrance with a modern design, a staircase leading inside, and a sign indicating it is a hostel.
A reception area with a view of parked cars outside, a reception desk, seating area with blue chairs, and decorative plants.
A dining area with a long table set for a meal, chairs, a counter with a coffee machine, and a wall with a brick pattern.
A hallway leading to a bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a door with a number sign.

2. H. Central Funchal III

H. Central Funchal III
Funchal
AU$148
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
H. Central Funchal III
A modern living room with a red sofa, a white coffee table, and a green rug. There is a kitchen area with white cabinets and a washing machine.
A bedroom with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, and a window with curtains.
A modern, minimalist room with a wooden desk, a laptop, a plate of cookies, and two stools.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden island with stools, a laptop, and a TV.

3. Close to the centre of Funchal - Loft Arrifes II

Close to the centre of Funchal - Loft Arrifes II
Sao Pedro
United States
Paula Cristina H.
AU$471
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Close to the centre of Funchal - Loft Arrifes II
Marina
Exterior
Room
Interior

4. King David Suites 302 by Madeira Sun Travel

King David Suites 302 by Madeira Sun Travel
Funchal
United States
Matthew D.
AU$247
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
King David Suites 302 by Madeira Sun Travel
A balcony with wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a cityscape with buildings and a hill.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a granite countertop, a microwave, a toaster, and a clock displaying 23:48.
A modern building entrance with a glass door, a staircase, and a wall with a sign reading "Nacionalde".
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a countertop with a croissant, coffee cup, and a glass of orange juice.

5. Santa Catarina I, modern city apartment

Santa Catarina I, modern city apartment
Sao Pedro
United States
Artur K.
AU$493
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Santa Catarina I, modern city apartment
A kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a coffee machine, and a window with a view of a tiled roof.
A room with a wicker chair, a small potted plant, a table with a colorful tablecloth, and a view through large windows.
A compact bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a chair, and a kitchenette area.
A staircase leading to a door with a view of the sea.

6. Chalet 'Luci's House (A)' with Private Terrace

Chalet 'Luci's House (A)' with Private Terrace
São Jorge Madeira
United States
Benjamin C.
AU$102
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Chalet 'Luci's House (A)' with Private Terrace
A marble staircase leading to a reception area with a Buddha statue, a decorative wall, and a table with wine bottles.
A reception area with a view of parked cars outside, a reception desk, seating area with blue chairs, and decorative plants.
A conference room with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a television screen.
A reception desk with a sign reading "Hostel Central" above it.

7. H. Central Funchal V

H. Central Funchal V
Funchal
Spain
Luis filipe
AU$148
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
H. Central Funchal V
A balcony with a clear view of a coastal town, a table with a newspaper, and two chairs.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, wooden cabinets, and built-in appliances.
A modern living room with a glass dining table, grey sofas, and a flat-screen TV.
A coastal town with houses on a hillside, a body of water in the distance, and a clear sky.

8. Saraiva Hills - With sea views in Câmara de Lobos

Saraiva Hills - With sea views in Câmara de Lobos
Câmara de Lobos
United States
Konrad L.
AU$792
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Saraiva Hills - With sea views in Câmara de Lobos
A hotel entrance with a modern design, a staircase leading inside, and a sign indicating it is a hostel.
A bathroom with a sink, bidet, toilet, and a mirror.
A reception area with a view of parked cars outside, a reception desk, seating area with blue chairs, and decorative plants.
A hallway leading to a bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a door with a number sign.

9. H. Central Funchal II

H. Central Funchal II
Funchal
Canada
Jason
AU$148
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
H. Central Funchal II
A hotel entrance with a modern design, a staircase leading inside, and a sign indicating it is a hostel.
A conference room with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a television screen.
A reception area with a view of parked cars outside, a reception desk, seating area with blue chairs, and decorative plants.
A hallway leading to a bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a door with a number sign.

10. H. Central Funchal IV

H. Central Funchal IV
Funchal
Germany
WOLFGANG O.
AU$148
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
H. Central Funchal IV
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Garajau Madeira Hotel

Garajau Madeira Hotel

8/10 Good
"Friendly, & helpful staff. Room was clean and had a nice balcony and small kitchenette. No Air in the room. Nice to have breakfast included."
Robyn 2-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Garajau Madeira Hotel
Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was exceptional. Each day they greeted us with warm smiles. They enjoyed working at the hotel and interacting with guests. The property was extremely clean and well maintained. The rooms are a bit outdated though. The breakfast is high quality."
Chris 3-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

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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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