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5 Star Hotels in Santa Cruz

A pool with clear blue water and a view of the ocean.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, large windows offering ocean views, and a high ceiling with a hanging lantern.

A hot tub area with a view of the beach and ocean.

1. Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Santa Cruz

$349

$368 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A resort pool area with clear blue water, sun loungers, umbrellas, and a view of the sea.

An aerial view of a coastal resort with multiple buildings, a central pool, and a rocky shoreline.

A pool area with umbrellas and lounge chairs, surrounded by trees.

A restaurant with multiple tables, orange chairs, and potted plants.

2. Hyatt Ziva Madeira

Machico

$164

$175 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A yellow building with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a gravel path.

A golf course with bunkers and a path, overlooking a coastal cityscape.

A dining area with a table set for two, chairs, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

A person performing a yoga pose outdoors with a large building in the background.

3. Casa Velha do Palheiro, Relais & Chateaux

Funchal

$398

$418 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a swimmer, and a large tree.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a grand piano, and ornate chandeliers.

A room with a large window overlooking the sea, a patterned floor, and modern furniture.

A balcony with a table, chairs, and a view of the ocean.

4. Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira

Funchal

$668

$700 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

A couple relaxing in a clear infinity pool with a view of a coastal town and hills.

A modern restaurant with a long dining table, cushioned seating, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern bar area with a curved counter and seating.

A balcony with wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a body of water.

5. Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature

Funchal

$367

$386 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

An outdoor dining area with wicker furniture, large glass windows, and a view of the ocean.

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.

6. The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay

Funchal

$388

$408 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern interior with glass railings and greenery.

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs, a bell tower, and a view of a coastal town.

A rooftop bar with a bar counter and seating area, including a canopy and lounge chairs.

A modern hotel lobby with a yellow sofa, a wooden reception desk, and a large window with a view of greenery.

7. Barcelo Funchal Oldtown

Funchal

$270

$285 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A resort with a large pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the ocean.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a view of the sea.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of the sea.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a sofa, a bench, a balcony with a view of the sea, and a large window.

8. Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel

Funchal

$159

$171 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a blue sofa, and a balcony with a view of the sky and buildings.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a large window with curtains.

A rooftop pool area with multiple seating areas, a central pool, and a glass-enclosed section.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a painting, and a balcony with a view of the city.

9. The Editory Ocean Way Funchal

Funchal

$162

$173 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A large, two-story house with a spacious front yard, a swimming pool, and multiple outdoor seating areas.

A spacious, well-lit living area with a wooden ceiling, comfortable seating, and artwork on the walls.

A well-maintained garden with diverse vegetation, including palm trees and shrubs, and a person tending to the plants.

A modern building with a covered outdoor area, glass walls, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

10. Quinta Da Casa Branca

Funchal

$408

$428 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An aerial view of a resort with a large swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, a parking area, and a view of the ocean.

A balcony with a table and chairs, a large umbrella, and a view of the ocean.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows with a view of the sea, and a modern bookshelf with decorative items.

A hotel with a rooftop pool, surrounded by greenery and modern buildings.

11. Melia Madeira Mare

Funchal

$176

$187 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and a mountain backdrop.

A garden pathway under a vine-covered archway with a gravel path, surrounded by lush greenery and potted plants.

A grand staircase with a wooden handrail, a patterned carpet, and a painting above the landing.

A row of white buildings with green shutters, a gravel driveway, and lush greenery including ferns and palm trees.

12. Quinta Jardins do Lago

Sao Pedro

$326

$343 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A modern indoor pool area with large windows overlooking the ocean, a small waterfall feature, and several lounge chairs with towels.

A room with a bed, a table, and a view of the sea.

A modern hotel lobby with a long seating area, large windows, and a bar with two drinks.

A balcony with two wicker chairs, a glass railing, and a view of the ocean.

13. Vidamar Resort Madeira

Funchal

$225

$239 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A clear, expansive infinity pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.

A spacious lobby with large windows, a curved seating area, and a staircase with a glass railing.

A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows, and a view of the sea.

A rooftop pool area with outdoor seating and a view of the ocean.

14. Enotel Lido – All Inclusive

Funchal

$312

$329 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A beachside walkway lined with sun loungers and umbrellas, leading to a rocky shoreline.

A modern lounge area with a red sofa, round tables, and a bar. Large windows offer a view of the sea.

A resort with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and tropical plants.

15. Royal Savoy - Ocean Resort - Savoy Signature

Funchal

$369

$388 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A coastal outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and umbrellas providing shade.

A modern hotel room with a desk, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the ocean.

A coastal hotel with a modern design, featuring a pathway leading to a palm tree and a view of the sea.

A pool area with steps leading down to the water, a building with outdoor seating, and a view of a cityscape and the ocean at night.

16. Les Suites at The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay

Funchal

$928

$970 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A large, multi-story building with a red-tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery.

A modern bar area with wooden paneling, a variety of liquor bottles, and hanging wine glasses. There are wicker chairs and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

A sunlit deck with two lounge chairs, one with a green pillow, overlooking a coastal view through a large glass enclosure.

A covered swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden deck.

17. Hotel Quintinha São João & Spa

Sao Pedro

$328

$346 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A deck with tables and chairs overlooking the ocean with a rocky coastline.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

A modern restaurant with a curved seating area, large windows offering ocean views, and hanging plants.

18. Pestana Vila Lido Madeira Ocean Hotel

Funchal

$198

$212 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A swimming pool with a sunset view, palm trees, and a modern building.

A table set for two with a view of the sea and hills.

A cobblestone pathway in a lush garden with dense foliage and a variety of plants.

19. Quinta Funchal Gardens – Adults Only

Sao Pedro

$194

$206 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A modern building with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.

A cobblestone pathway leading to a pink building surrounded by lush greenery.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table with a vase, and a painting on the wall.

A glass-enclosed pool area with lounge chairs and a wicker table.

20. BIO Hotel - Hotel Quinta da Serra

Camara de Lobos

$192

$205 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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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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