Santa Maria Maior

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Santa Maria Maior
Madeira Island showing a city
Madeira Botanical Garden featuring flowers
Photo by Sienna Kim
Photo by Sienna Kim
Photo by M Mullen
Photo by M Mullen

Where to stay in Santa Maria Maior

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Old Town Funchal

If you're spending some time in Old Town Funchal, Funchal-Monte Teleferico and Funchal Farmers Market are top sights worth seeing.

Old Town Funchal
Arts In Hotel Conde Carvalhal

Arts In Hotel Conde Carvalhal

4 out of 5
Rua Conde Carvalhal, 53, Funchal
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (257 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with great service in walkable distance to old town."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

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Arts In Hotel Conde Carvalhal
Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria

Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria

4 out of 5
Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades, Madeirenses 50, Funchal
The price is €405 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
€405
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (459 reviews)
"The hotel is right on the water. Its beautiful and clean. The pool and lounge area is clean and set up very well. Breakfast was wonderful. Everyone on staff was helpful and friendly. Excellent hotel!!"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria
Zarco Apartments by Mercado Funchal

Zarco Apartments by Mercado Funchal

4 out of 5
Praça de Tenerife, Funchal, Madeira
The price is €130 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€130
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Funchal. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions CR7 Museum and Embroidery Museum are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
"Stayed in a room that hosted me and two friends. The location to check-in was close to the apartment and walkable. There are a lot of cute shops and restaurants that are walkable from this location. Communication through WhatsApp was very smooth with the host. There is an elevator so you don’t have ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Zarco Apartments by Mercado Funchal
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Zarco Apartments by Mercado Funchal

Zarco Apartments by Mercado Funchal

4 out of 5
Praça de Tenerife, Funchal, Madeira
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Funchal. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions CR7 Museum and Embroidery Museum are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
"Stayed in a room that hosted me and two friends. The location to check-in was close to the apartment and walkable. There are a lot of cute shops and restaurants that are walkable from this location. Communication through WhatsApp was very smooth with the host. There is an elevator so you don’t have ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Zarco Apartments by Mercado Funchal
Sea and Sun 4 You - Choupana Studio

Sea and Sun 4 You - Choupana Studio

5 out of 5
R. do Clube da Choupana 30A, Funchal, Madeira
Stay at this 5-star luxury apartment in Funchal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a casino. Popular attractions CR7 Museum and Madeira Botanical Garden are ...
"It was a nice appartement. Only the kitchen was not completely equiped. Maybe also good to mention there is jo balcony with the appartment. For me that was complete clear."

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2023

Sea and Sun 4 You - Choupana Studio
H Central Funchal VII

H Central Funchal VII

Funchal
Stay at this apartment in Funchal. Popular attractions CR7 Museum and Embroidery Museum are located nearby.
H Central Funchal VII
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Popular places to visit

CR7 Museum

CR7 Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at CR7 Museum during your trip to Sé. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this romantic area.

CR7 Museum
Madeira Botanical Garden featuring flowers

Madeira Botanical Garden

One of Madeira’s most famous attractions is known for its scenic views and fascinating display of colorful flowers.

Madeira Botanical Garden
Funchal Farmers Market

Funchal Farmers Market

During your trip to Santa Maria Maior, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Funchal Farmers Market. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Funchal Farmers Market
Town Square showing a small town or village and street scenes

Town Square

Defined by its striking black-and-white tiling, Funchal’s main square is surrounded by some of the city’s most interesting historic attractions.

Town Square
Centro Comercial Forum Madeira

Centro Comercial Forum Madeira

You can enjoy retail therapy at Centro Comercial Forum Madeira during your trip to São Martinho. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its lively bars.

Centro Comercial Forum Madeira
Monte Palace Gardens featuring a park

Monte Palace Gardens

More than just a striking floral display, this beautiful garden is also home to an impressive collection of art.

Monte Palace Gardens

Things to do

Funchal: Enchanted Terraces, Porto do Moniz & Fanal 4WD Tour

Funchal: Enchanted Terraces, Porto do Moniz & Fanal 4WD Tour

€64
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Funchal: Enchanted Terraces, Porto do Moniz & Fanal 4WD Tour
Porto Moniz , Natural Rock Pools

Highly Recommended 100 % West Tour Madeira

€32
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Highly Recommended 100 % West Tour Madeira
Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Sunset Sailing Tour

Funchal: Sunset Sailing Tour

€55
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Funchal: Sunset Sailing Tour
From Funchal: West Madeira Waterfalls and Fanal Forest Tour

From Funchal: West Madeira Waterfalls and Fanal Forest Tour

€30
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From Funchal: West Madeira Waterfalls and Fanal Forest Tour
All Inclusive Whale and Dolphin Watching Luxury Tour

All Inclusive Whale and Dolphin Watching Luxury Tour

€79
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
All Inclusive Whale and Dolphin Watching Luxury Tour
Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

€35
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
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Santa Cruz Beach which includes a pebble beach and a coastal town as well as a small group of people

Santa Cruz

Madeira

Funchal