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Our top choices for Santa Cruz beach hotels

1. Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus

Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
Santa Cruz
€103
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
  • Unwind on the golden shores of Palmeiras Beach with easy access to water adventures, snorkelling, and parasailing just steps away.
€231
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

3. Sentido Galosol

Sentido Galosol
Santa Cruz
  • Immerse in coastal bliss with pristine sands, beach yoga classes, and a refreshing beach bar just steps away from your room.
€149
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Sentido Galosol

4. Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
Santa Cruz
  • Unwind on sun-soaked shores at this waterfront paradise with private beach access, pristine pools, and Mediterranean dining delights.
€355
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

5. Rocamar Lido Resort

Rocamar Lido Resort
Santa Cruz
Rocamar Lido Resort

6. PortoBay Serra Golf

PortoBay Serra Golf
Santa Cruz
€139
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
PortoBay Serra Golf

7. Villa Camelia Boutique House

Villa Camelia Boutique House
Santa Cruz
€184
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Villa Camelia Boutique House

8. Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
Santa Cruz
  • Savour the sun and surf along Madeira's coast at this all-inclusive haven, just a 3-minute stroll to pristine Reis Magos Beach.
€325
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

9. Inn & Art Madeira

Inn & Art Madeira
Santa Cruz
€157
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Inn & Art Madeira

10. Garajau Madeira Hotel

Garajau Madeira Hotel
Santa Cruz
€92
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Garajau Madeira Hotel
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Choose what matters most at beach hotels in Santa Cruz

Pool
Breakfast included
4 stars
5 stars
All-inclusive

Beach hotels with pools in Santa Cruz

Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus

Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
Santa Cruz
€103
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus

Sentido Galosol

Sentido Galosol
Santa Cruz
€149
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Sentido Galosol

PortoBay Serra Golf

PortoBay Serra Golf
Santa Cruz
€139
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
PortoBay Serra Golf

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel
Santa Cruz
€231
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

Villa Camelia Boutique House

Villa Camelia Boutique House
Santa Cruz
€184
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Villa Camelia Boutique House

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
Santa Cruz
€355
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden

Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden
Santa Cruz
€239
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden

Garajau Madeira Hotel

Garajau Madeira Hotel
Santa Cruz
€92
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Garajau Madeira Hotel

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
Santa Cruz
€325
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

GuestReady - Sea-View Stay

GuestReady - Sea-View Stay
Caniço
GuestReady - Sea-View Stay
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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Santa Cruz

Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus

Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
Santa Cruz
€103
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel
Santa Cruz
€231
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

Sentido Galosol

Sentido Galosol
Santa Cruz
€149
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Sentido Galosol

PortoBay Serra Golf

PortoBay Serra Golf
Santa Cruz
€139
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
PortoBay Serra Golf

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
Santa Cruz
€355
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Villa Camelia Boutique House

Villa Camelia Boutique House
Santa Cruz
€184
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Villa Camelia Boutique House

Garajau Madeira Hotel

Garajau Madeira Hotel
Santa Cruz
€92
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Garajau Madeira Hotel

Vila Ventura Apartment Hotel

Vila Ventura Apartment Hotel
Santa Cruz
€134
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Vila Ventura Apartment Hotel

Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden

Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden
Santa Cruz
€239
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden

Inn & Art Madeira

Inn & Art Madeira
Santa Cruz
€157
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Inn & Art Madeira
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4-star beach hotels in Santa Cruz

Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus

Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
Santa Cruz
€103
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus

Sentido Galosol

Sentido Galosol
Santa Cruz
€149
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Sentido Galosol

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel
Santa Cruz
€231
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

PortoBay Serra Golf

PortoBay Serra Golf
Santa Cruz
€139
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
PortoBay Serra Golf

Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden

Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden
Santa Cruz
€239
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
Santa Cruz
€325
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

Rocamar Lido Resort

Rocamar Lido Resort
Santa Cruz
Rocamar Lido Resort

Sentido Galomar - Adults Only

Sentido Galomar - Adults Only
Santa Cruz
€178
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Sentido Galomar - Adults Only
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

10/10 Excellent
"From the moment we were picked up at the airport, Carolina our driver and receptionist, was extremely pleasant, courteous, precise and always with a smile and happy to help (restaurant reservations, taxi arrangements, small breakfast for early morning before we left); other employees to recognize are Francisco and Claudia at the breakfast/dinner area as they were very attentive to us. Our room #11 was spacious, very clean with a beautiful open view of the Atlantic Ocean.Bed was very comfortable with three pillows for each guest. All white! Fruits and a liter bottle of water were provided at arrival in our room as well as a small bottle of water for each guest every day of our stay.Pool towels and a spacious bag for the pool area were provided. Breakfast was delicious and many varieties of fresh fruits on display. Varieties of fresh bread, cheeses. Omelette made upon request! Overall, I will highly recommend Albatroz Hotel! Thank you to the manager and the employees for making our stay a memorable experience!"
Dario 5-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
Rocamar Lido Resort

Rocamar Lido Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Free room upgrade to ocean view and friendly staff, Convenient location close to airport and Funchal"
Christopher 2-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Rocamar Lido Resort
Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"We loved this hotel. The staff were exceptional. They were friendly, helpful, and went above and beyond. The amenities were amazing. The location is great for airport. It is showing some age, as our room definitely needed some TLC, but it was clean."
Sean 1-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel
Sentido Galosol

Sentido Galosol

10/10 Excellent
"Stayed a week with fellow yogis. Enjoyed the glass yoga room facing the sea, multiple pools and sea swimming. Excellent location, beautiful property, helpful staff."
Daliah 1-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Sentido Galosol
PortoBay Serra Golf

PortoBay Serra Golf

10/10 Excellent
"The area is very quiet and clean."
Raven 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
PortoBay Serra Golf
The Views Oasis - Family Friendly

The Views Oasis - Family Friendly

10/10 Excellent
"The breakfast buffet was amazing! The pool was great. It will be better if they have more umbrellas for the beach chairs. The room is spacious. Perfect for family of 4."
Tien 6-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
The Views Oasis - Family Friendly
Garajau Madeira Hotel

Garajau Madeira Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Nice place to stay, Clean and spacious!"
Lalit 3-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Garajau Madeira Hotel
Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden

Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden

8/10 Good
"Super lovely people in beautiful surroundings"
Zoe 1-night trip
Posted 4 months ago
Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden
Caniço Bay Club

Caniço Bay Club

10/10 Excellent
"The room was a little dated but really about what we expected for what we paid and seemed like very good value overall. Albeit small, was nice to have a pool and the facilities in our room allowed us to be self-sufficient as there were stores and car rentals very close by. Great location. "
Stephen E 7-night trip
Posted 6 months ago
Caniço Bay Club

Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Cruz like for travellers who love the beach?
Known for its beaches and restaurants, Santa Cruz offers a lot for the traveller booking a beach holiday.
What's the best accommodation option to stay near the beach in Santa Cruz?
Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive is a top beach hotel with 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants, and it's located on Reis Magos Beach . Other good choices for your beach trip include The Views Oasis - Family Friendly and Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club.
How many beach hotels can I expect to find in Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 6 beach hotels in Santa Cruz that are great for your beachside getaway.
When's the best time for a beach holiday in Santa Cruz?
You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of year-round temperatures in Santa Cruz: 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 around Santa Cruz?
After getting settled at your accommodation of choice, you'll likely want to venture out and explore. If you're excited to scope out the beaches, spend a relaxing day by the water at Machico Beach or Formosa Beach. Treat your taste buds to the area's restaurants, and make time for local attractions such as Palmeiras Beach and Reis Magos Beach. Other things to see and do in the area are Santo da Serra Market and Ponta da Oliveira.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Santa Cruz?
Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Santa Cruz more easily: Make your way to Santa Cruz with a flight to Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo), the closest major airport which is located 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.