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A coastal hotel with a pool, multiple buildings, and a rocky terrain.
A modern, well-lit room with wooden paneling and a large window overlooking the sea.
A coastal resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a view of the sea.
A modern interior with a sofa, chairs, and a table, overlooking a rocky coastline and the sea.

1. Sentido Galosol

Sentido Galosol
Santa Cruz
$131
$141 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Sentido Galosol
A hotel with a rooftop pool, a modern building with a flat roof, and a traditional building with a red-tiled roof.
A stone planter with succulents against a building wall.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with books, and a view of a hillside through an open door.
A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a counter with a cash register, and a decorative statue.

2. Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus

Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
Santa Cruz
$102
$111 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
A hotel with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a clear sky.
A balcony with a view of the ocean, a wooden pier, and a beach with palm trees.
A buffet with various food items and a glass partition.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a TV, and a view of the city.

3. Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel
Santa Cruz
$171
$184 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel
A pool with clear blue water and a view of the ocean.
A coastal property with a large building, a rocky shoreline, and clear blue waters.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, large windows offering ocean views, and a high ceiling with a hanging lantern.
Restaurant

4. Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
Santa Cruz
$350
$369 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
A large, white, two-story building with a tower and a covered porch.
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants, surrounded by glass walls and a high ceiling.
A spacious living area with large windows, a fireplace, and comfortable seating.
A three-tiered stand with sandwiches and scones, a pitcher of tea, and a teapot on a table with a white tablecloth.

5. PortoBay Serra Golf

PortoBay Serra Golf
Santa Cruz
$146
$156 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
PortoBay Serra Golf
A modern dining area with a large table and chairs, large windows with a view of the sea, and a balcony with outdoor seating.
A house with a tiled roof, surrounded by a garden with various plants and trees.
A modern hotel room with a kitchen area, a grey sofa, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view.
A large indoor swimming pool with a clear blue water surface, surrounded by lounge chairs and a modern interior design with circular windows and decorative wall tiles.

6. Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden

Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden
Santa Cruz
$201
$216 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden
A buffet setup with various food items and a staff member.
A pool area with multiple swimming pools, palm trees, and lounge chairs.
A spacious lobby with a marble floor, white columns, and modern lighting fixtures.
A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, a beach, and a rocky shoreline.

7. Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
Santa Cruz
$283
$299 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a covered seating area, and a food display counter.
A two-story building with a stone wall and lush greenery.
A bar area with wooden cabinets, a countertop, and bar stools.
A wooden interior with a bar area, wicker chairs, and a counter with various items.

8. Vila Ventura Apartment Hotel

Vila Ventura Apartment Hotel
Santa Cruz
$92
$101 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Vila Ventura Apartment Hotel
A clear view of a swimming pool with a view of the ocean and surrounding trees.
A pool area with a gazebo, lounge chairs, and a palm tree.
A lobby with wicker furniture, a reception desk, and a large potted plant.
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

9. Garajau Madeira Hotel

Garajau Madeira Hotel
Santa Cruz
$70
$77 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Garajau Madeira Hotel
A swimming pool surrounded by lawn chairs and umbrellas, with a house in the background.
A room with teal walls, a chandelier, a wooden cabinet, and two green armchairs.
A pink house with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.
A kitchen with a red island, wicker baskets with fruits and eggs, and a wine cooler.

10. Villa Camelia Boutique House

Villa Camelia Boutique House
Santa Cruz
$163
$179 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Villa Camelia Boutique House
A modern outdoor seating area with a view of the ocean and rocky cliffs.
A modern, well-lit room with wooden paneling and a large window overlooking the sea.
A woman in a green swimsuit relaxing by a pool with a clear blue sky and clouds in the background.
A modern interior with a sofa, chairs, and a table, overlooking a rocky coastline and the sea.

11. Sentido Galomar - Adults Only

Sentido Galomar - Adults Only
Santa Cruz
$155
$165 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Sentido Galomar - Adults Only
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a balcony with a view.
A kitchen with a refrigerator, oven, and window.
A spacious living room with a wooden chair, a sofa, and a coffee table. There are large windows allowing natural light to enter.
A building with a curved balcony, large windows, and a red-tiled roof.

12. Golden View

Golden View
Santa Cruz
$65
$72 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Golden View
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a painting, and a staircase.
A room with a wicker chair, a glass table with a bowl, and a view of greenery through large windows.
A balcony with a tiled floor, overlooking a dense forest with various trees and ferns.
A kitchen with a stove, sink, and a window with lace curtains.

13. Refúgio do Bosque

Refúgio do Bosque
Santa Cruz
$68
$72 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Refúgio do Bosque
A terrace with tables and chairs overlooking the sea, featuring a clear view of the ocean and a distant boat.
An aerial view of a coastal property with multiple buildings, a rocky shoreline, and clear blue waters.
An aerial view of a coastal property with multiple buildings, a rocky shoreline, and clear blue waters.
A restaurant with tables set for dining, overlooking a scenic ocean view.

14. Inn & Art Madeira

Inn & Art Madeira
Santa Cruz
$146
$156 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Inn & Art Madeira
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a gas stove, a sink, and a window providing a view of the outside.
A kitchen with a dining table, chairs, wooden cabinets, a window with open shutters, and a view of greenery outside.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A balcony with a tiled floor, a red wall, and a view of a building with a sign.

15. Mist Haven

Mist Haven
Santa Cruz
$69
$73 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Mist Haven
A balcony with a view of the sea, a potted plant, and yellow lounge chairs.
A room with a window offering a view of the sea, a table with a bottle and glasses, and a chair.
Two thatched-roof houses with colorful trim and a tropical garden in the foreground.
A wooden staircase with a handrail and a potted plant at the bottom.

16. Villa-Kasia Ocean View

Villa-Kasia Ocean View
Santa Cruz
$79
$162 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Villa-Kasia Ocean View
A small red building with a white door and windows, surrounded by lush greenery and pink flowers.
A cozy living room with a wooden staircase, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large window with curtains.
A bedroom with a large bed, wooden ceiling beams, a radiator, and two framed pictures on the walls.
A large, red building with multiple windows and balconies, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and various trees.

17. Quinta de Santo António da Serra

Quinta de Santo António da Serra
Santa Cruz
$122
$132 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Quinta de Santo António da Serra
A stone house with a swimming pool and a view of the sea.
A modern room with a large wooden table, a stone wall, and a view of the ocean through large glass doors.
A modern interior with a sofa, TV, kitchen, and a staircase leading to a balcony with a view.
A modern living room with a sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a large window offering a view of the ocean.

18. CASAS DO LARANJO- Cottages Infinity Pool by brugrani

CASAS DO LARANJO- Cottages Infinity Pool by brugrani
Santa Cruz
CASAS DO LARANJO- Cottages Infinity Pool by brugrani
A hotel with multiple white buildings featuring red-tiled roofs and a clear blue sky.
A coastal walkway lined with palm trees and a stone wall, leading to a body of water.
A balcony with a view of the sea and buildings with red roofs.
A pool area with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with a rocky coastline in the background.

19. Penthouse Caniço de Baixo

Penthouse Caniço de Baixo
Santa Cruz
$148
$383 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Penthouse Caniço de Baixo
A marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by a hilly landscape and a small town in the background.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.
A rooftop terrace with three sun loungers and a table, overlooking a mountainous landscape.
A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a large window.

20. Hotel White Waters

Hotel White Waters
Machico
$108
$151 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hotel White Waters
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A modern outdoor seating area with a view of the ocean and rocky cliffs.
A modern, well-lit room with wooden paneling and a large window overlooking the sea.
A woman in a green swimsuit relaxing by a pool with a clear blue sky and clouds in the background.
A modern interior with a sofa, chairs, and a table, overlooking a rocky coastline and the sea.

Sentido Galomar - Adults Only

Sentido Galomar - Adults Only
Santa Cruz
$53 off
$236
per night
$501 total
includes taxes & fees
Sentido Galomar - Adults Only
A modern dining area with a large table and chairs, large windows with a view of the sea, and a balcony with outdoor seating.
A house with a tiled roof, surrounded by a garden with various plants and trees.
A modern hotel room with a kitchen area, a grey sofa, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view.
A large indoor swimming pool with a clear blue water surface, surrounded by lounge chairs and a modern interior design with circular windows and decorative wall tiles.

Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden

Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden
Santa Cruz
$48 off
$217
per night
$461 total
includes taxes & fees
Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden
A buffet setup with various food items and a staff member.
A pool area with multiple swimming pools, palm trees, and lounge chairs.
A spacious lobby with a marble floor, white columns, and modern lighting fixtures.
A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, a beach, and a rocky shoreline.

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
Santa Cruz
$330
per night
$695 total
includes taxes & fees
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Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
A swimming pool surrounded by lawn chairs and umbrellas, with a house in the background.
A room with teal walls, a chandelier, a wooden cabinet, and two green armchairs.
A pink house with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.
A kitchen with a red island, wicker baskets with fruits and eggs, and a wine cooler.

Villa Camelia Boutique House

Villa Camelia Boutique House
Santa Cruz
$147
per night
$324 total
includes taxes & fees
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Villa Camelia Boutique House
A balcony with a view of the sea, a potted plant, and yellow lounge chairs.
A room with a window offering a view of the sea, a table with a bottle and glasses, and a chair.
Two thatched-roof houses with colorful trim and a tropical garden in the foreground.
A wooden staircase with a handrail and a potted plant at the bottom.

Villa-Kasia Ocean View

Villa-Kasia Ocean View
Santa Cruz
$21 off
$96
per night
$287 total
includes taxes & fees
Villa-Kasia Ocean View
A clear view of a swimming pool with a view of the ocean and surrounding trees.
A pool area with a gazebo, lounge chairs, and a palm tree.
A lobby with wicker furniture, a reception desk, and a large potted plant.
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

Garajau Madeira Hotel

Garajau Madeira Hotel
Santa Cruz
$51 off
$185
per night
$394 total
includes taxes & fees
Garajau Madeira Hotel
A dining area with a long table, chairs, a woven basket, and hanging pendant lights.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wardrobe.
A cozy living room with a wooden staircase, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a patterned sofa.
A wooden cabinet with glass doors containing various kitchenware.

Caniço Quintas III

Caniço Quintas III
Santa Cruz
$18 off
$79
per night
$246 total
includes taxes & fees
Caniço Quintas III

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A coastal hotel with a pool, multiple buildings, and a rocky terrain.
A modern, well-lit room with wooden paneling and a large window overlooking the sea.
A coastal resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a view of the sea.
A modern interior with a sofa, chairs, and a table, overlooking a rocky coastline and the sea.

Sentido Galosol

Sentido Galosol
Santa Cruz
$131
$141 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Sentido Galosol
A hotel with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a clear sky.
A balcony with a view of the ocean, a wooden pier, and a beach with palm trees.
A buffet with various food items and a glass partition.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a TV, and a view of the city.

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel
Santa Cruz
$171
$184 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel
A large, white, two-story building with a tower and a covered porch.
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants, surrounded by glass walls and a high ceiling.
A spacious living area with large windows, a fireplace, and comfortable seating.
A three-tiered stand with sandwiches and scones, a pitcher of tea, and a teapot on a table with a white tablecloth.

PortoBay Serra Golf

PortoBay Serra Golf
Santa Cruz
$146
$156 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
PortoBay Serra Golf
A modern dining area with a large table and chairs, large windows with a view of the sea, and a balcony with outdoor seating.
A house with a tiled roof, surrounded by a garden with various plants and trees.
A modern hotel room with a kitchen area, a grey sofa, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view.
A large indoor swimming pool with a clear blue water surface, surrounded by lounge chairs and a modern interior design with circular windows and decorative wall tiles.

Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden

Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden
Santa Cruz
$201
$216 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden
A pool with clear blue water and a view of the ocean.
A coastal property with a large building, a rocky shoreline, and clear blue waters.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, large windows offering ocean views, and a high ceiling with a hanging lantern.
Restaurant

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
Santa Cruz
$350
$369 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
A swimming pool surrounded by lawn chairs and umbrellas, with a house in the background.
A room with teal walls, a chandelier, a wooden cabinet, and two green armchairs.
A pink house with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.
A kitchen with a red island, wicker baskets with fruits and eggs, and a wine cooler.

Villa Camelia Boutique House

Villa Camelia Boutique House
Santa Cruz
$163
$179 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Villa Camelia Boutique House
A buffet setup with various food items and a staff member.
A pool area with multiple swimming pools, palm trees, and lounge chairs.
A spacious lobby with a marble floor, white columns, and modern lighting fixtures.
A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, a beach, and a rocky shoreline.

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
Santa Cruz
$283
$299 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
A hotel with multiple white buildings featuring red-tiled roofs and a clear blue sky.
A coastal walkway lined with palm trees and a stone wall, leading to a body of water.
A balcony with a view of the sea and buildings with red roofs.
A pool area with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with a rocky coastline in the background.

Penthouse Caniço de Baixo

Penthouse Caniço de Baixo
Santa Cruz
$148
$383 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Penthouse Caniço de Baixo
A modern outdoor seating area with a view of the ocean and rocky cliffs.
A modern, well-lit room with wooden paneling and a large window overlooking the sea.
A woman in a green swimsuit relaxing by a pool with a clear blue sky and clouds in the background.
A modern interior with a sofa, chairs, and a table, overlooking a rocky coastline and the sea.

Sentido Galomar - Adults Only

Sentido Galomar - Adults Only
Santa Cruz
$155
$165 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Sentido Galomar - Adults Only
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A coastal hotel with a pool, multiple buildings, and a rocky terrain.
A modern, well-lit room with wooden paneling and a large window overlooking the sea.
A coastal resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a view of the sea.
A modern interior with a sofa, chairs, and a table, overlooking a rocky coastline and the sea.

Sentido Galosol

Sentido Galosol
Santa Cruz
$131
$141 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Sentido Galosol
A hotel with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a clear sky.
A balcony with a view of the ocean, a wooden pier, and a beach with palm trees.
A buffet with various food items and a glass partition.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a TV, and a view of the city.

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel
Santa Cruz
$171
$184 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel
A buffet setup with various food items and a staff member.
A pool area with multiple swimming pools, palm trees, and lounge chairs.
A spacious lobby with a marble floor, white columns, and modern lighting fixtures.
A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, a beach, and a rocky shoreline.

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
Santa Cruz
$283
$299 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
A hotel with a rooftop pool, a modern building with a flat roof, and a traditional building with a red-tiled roof.
A stone planter with succulents against a building wall.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with books, and a view of a hillside through an open door.
A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a counter with a cash register, and a decorative statue.

Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus

Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
Santa Cruz
$102
$111 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
A modern dining area with a large table and chairs, large windows with a view of the sea, and a balcony with outdoor seating.
A house with a tiled roof, surrounded by a garden with various plants and trees.
A modern hotel room with a kitchen area, a grey sofa, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view.
A large indoor swimming pool with a clear blue water surface, surrounded by lounge chairs and a modern interior design with circular windows and decorative wall tiles.

Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden

Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden
Santa Cruz
$201
$216 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden
A large, white, two-story building with a tower and a covered porch.
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants, surrounded by glass walls and a high ceiling.
A spacious living area with large windows, a fireplace, and comfortable seating.
A three-tiered stand with sandwiches and scones, a pitcher of tea, and a teapot on a table with a white tablecloth.

PortoBay Serra Golf

PortoBay Serra Golf
Santa Cruz
$146
$156 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
PortoBay Serra Golf
A pool with clear blue water and a view of the ocean.
A coastal property with a large building, a rocky shoreline, and clear blue waters.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, large windows offering ocean views, and a high ceiling with a hanging lantern.
Restaurant

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
Santa Cruz
$350
$369 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
A clear view of a swimming pool with a view of the ocean and surrounding trees.
A pool area with a gazebo, lounge chairs, and a palm tree.
A lobby with wicker furniture, a reception desk, and a large potted plant.
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

Garajau Madeira Hotel

Garajau Madeira Hotel
Santa Cruz
$70
$77 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Garajau Madeira Hotel
A swimming pool surrounded by lawn chairs and umbrellas, with a house in the background.
A room with teal walls, a chandelier, a wooden cabinet, and two green armchairs.
A pink house with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.
A kitchen with a red island, wicker baskets with fruits and eggs, and a wine cooler.

Villa Camelia Boutique House

Villa Camelia Boutique House
Santa Cruz
$163
$179 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Villa Camelia Boutique House
A small red building with a white door and windows, surrounded by lush greenery and pink flowers.
A cozy living room with a wooden staircase, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large window with curtains.
A bedroom with a large bed, wooden ceiling beams, a radiator, and two framed pictures on the walls.
A large, red building with multiple windows and balconies, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and various trees.

Quinta de Santo António da Serra

Quinta de Santo António da Serra
Santa Cruz
$122
$132 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Quinta de Santo António da Serra
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Top landmarks in Santa Cruz

A pebble beach with a pier, palm trees, and colorful buildings on a hillside.

Palmeiras Beach

8.2/10 (368 reviews)
If you're in central Santa Cruz and want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Palmeiras Beach. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Machico Beach and Reis Magos Beach.
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A coastal beach with rocky cliffs, clear blue water, and a small town in the background.

Reis Magos Beach

8.2/10 (61 reviews)
If being by the water is a major draw, Reis Magos Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from central Santa Cruz. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Palmeiras Beach, Complexo Balnear Barreirinha, and Sao Tiago Beach.
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A coastal trail with wooden railings, leading to a viewpoint overlooking the ocean.

Ponta da Oliveira

9.2/10 (31 reviews)
Ponta da Oliveira is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from central Canico, why not stop by during your stay. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Madeira Botanical Garden and Monte Palace Gardens, both nearby.
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Santo da Serra Market

8.6/10 (27 reviews)
If you like strolling among the stalls, you might want to head out to Santo da Serra Market when visiting Santo da Serra.
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Quinta Da Junta

8.4/10 (16 reviews)
If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, then make a stop at Quinta Da Junta in the heart of Santo da Serra. If you like Quinta Da Junta, you'll love Monte Palace Gardens and Madeira Botanical Garden, both just a short drive away.
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Aquaparque Madeira

Aquaparque Madeira is in the heart of Pinheiro, so why not stop by during your stay. If you have fun at Aquaparque Madeira, you'll love Jardins do Palheiro and Whale Museum, both located nearby.
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Cristo Rei

8.0/10 (1 review)
You might want to get your camera out and head to Cristo Rei— just one of the landmarks located 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from central Canico.
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Garajau Cable Car

8.0/10 (1 review)
Garajau Cable Car is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from central Garajau, why not stop by during your stay.
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Learn more about Santa Cruz

Notable for its seaside, Santa Cruz features attractions such as Palmeiras Beach and Aquaparque Madeira. This beachside city has something for everyone including restaurants as well as sights like Santo da Serra Market and Reis Magos Beach. All are within a small-town setting.

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A pool with clear blue water and a view of the ocean.
A coastal property with a large building, a rocky shoreline, and clear blue waters.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, large windows offering ocean views, and a high ceiling with a hanging lantern.
Restaurant

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Jenn
Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
A swimming pool surrounded by lawn chairs and umbrellas, with a house in the background.
A room with teal walls, a chandelier, a wooden cabinet, and two green armchairs.
A pink house with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.
A kitchen with a red island, wicker baskets with fruits and eggs, and a wine cooler.

Villa Camelia Boutique House

Villa Camelia Boutique House
Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Ana
Villa Camelia Boutique House
A coastal hotel with a pool, multiple buildings, and a rocky terrain.
A modern, well-lit room with wooden paneling and a large window overlooking the sea.
A coastal resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a view of the sea.
A modern interior with a sofa, chairs, and a table, overlooking a rocky coastline and the sea.

Sentido Galosol

Sentido Galosol
Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Kendra
Sentido Galosol
A large, white, two-story building with a tower and a covered porch.
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants, surrounded by glass walls and a high ceiling.
A spacious living area with large windows, a fireplace, and comfortable seating.
A three-tiered stand with sandwiches and scones, a pitcher of tea, and a teapot on a table with a white tablecloth.

PortoBay Serra Golf

PortoBay Serra Golf
Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Rica
PortoBay Serra Golf
A buffet setup with various food items and a staff member.
A pool area with multiple swimming pools, palm trees, and lounge chairs.
A spacious lobby with a marble floor, white columns, and modern lighting fixtures.
A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, a beach, and a rocky shoreline.

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Monika
Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
A hotel with a rooftop pool, a modern building with a flat roof, and a traditional building with a red-tiled roof.
A stone planter with succulents against a building wall.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with books, and a view of a hillside through an open door.
A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a counter with a cash register, and a decorative statue.

Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus

Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Sandra
Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
A modern dining area with a large table and chairs, large windows with a view of the sea, and a balcony with outdoor seating.
A house with a tiled roof, surrounded by a garden with various plants and trees.
A modern hotel room with a kitchen area, a grey sofa, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view.
A large indoor swimming pool with a clear blue water surface, surrounded by lounge chairs and a modern interior design with circular windows and decorative wall tiles.

Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden

Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden
Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Robert
Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden
A hotel with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a clear sky.
A balcony with a view of the ocean, a wooden pier, and a beach with palm trees.
A buffet with various food items and a glass partition.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a TV, and a view of the city.

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel
Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Susan M
Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel
A balcony with a view of the sea, a potted plant, and yellow lounge chairs.
A room with a window offering a view of the sea, a table with a bottle and glasses, and a chair.
Two thatched-roof houses with colorful trim and a tropical garden in the foreground.
A wooden staircase with a handrail and a potted plant at the bottom.

Villa-Kasia Ocean View

Villa-Kasia Ocean View
Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Lacey
Villa-Kasia Ocean View
A stone house with a swimming pool and a view of the sea.
A modern room with a large wooden table, a stone wall, and a view of the ocean through large glass doors.
A modern interior with a sofa, TV, kitchen, and a staircase leading to a balcony with a view.
A modern living room with a sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a large window offering a view of the ocean.

CASAS DO LARANJO- Cottages Infinity Pool by brugrani

CASAS DO LARANJO- Cottages Infinity Pool by brugrani
Santa Cruz

8/10 Very good

United States
Chathurani
CASAS DO LARANJO- Cottages Infinity Pool by brugrani
A clear view of a swimming pool with a view of the ocean and surrounding trees.
A pool area with a gazebo, lounge chairs, and a palm tree.
A lobby with wicker furniture, a reception desk, and a large potted plant.
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

Garajau Madeira Hotel

Garajau Madeira Hotel
Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Courtney
Garajau Madeira Hotel
A modern pool area with a glass balustrade and a concrete structure.
A wooden pergola with hanging rattan swings, potted plants, and a view of the ocean.
A modern living room with a TV, a dining area with a table set, a kitchen with a bar, and a light-colored sofa.
A person sitting by a window with a view of buildings.

Three House Hotel

Three House Hotel
Funchal

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Stephanie
Three House Hotel
Rooftop terrace
Rooftop terrace
A modern restaurant interior with round tables, blue seating, and a waiter serving.
A modern reception area with a curved counter, seating, and a large potted plant.

Moon & Sun Funchal

Moon & Sun Funchal
Funchal

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Rabbit
Moon & Sun Funchal
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a swimmer, and a large tree.
A balcony with a table, chairs, and a view of the ocean.
A room with a large window overlooking the sea, a patterned floor, and modern furniture.
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a grand piano, and ornate chandeliers.

Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira

Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira
Funchal

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Jakub and Lucie
Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira
An outdoor dining area with wicker furniture, large glass windows, and a view of the ocean.
A hotel with a pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the sea.
A pathway leading to a building with balconies overlooking the ocean, surrounded by palm trees and well-maintained greenery.
A resort with a large pool, beach area, and a high vantage point overlooking the sea.

The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay

The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay
Funchal

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Matthew
The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay

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