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1. Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
5.0 star property
Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (312 reviews)
"We had the place to ourselves! It was like our own private resort…and the staff made it even more so! Cannot wait to return for a longer stay…and higher leaps off the cliffs into the ocean!"
United States
John
The price is €347
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

2. Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus

Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (241 reviews)
"Good!"
Belgium
Tatyana
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus

3. Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (291 reviews)
"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."
Canada
Sean
The price is €135
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

4. Vila Ventura Apartment Hotel

Vila Ventura Apartment Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
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Netherlands
Tom
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Vila Ventura Apartment Hotel

5. Villa-Kasia Ocean View

Villa-Kasia Ocean View
3.5 star property
Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"We had a great stay in the green room everything was excellent very clean comfortable bed welcoming drinks and snacks very quiet everything was excellent recommend to people who are interested.. Thank you Kasia for everything we will try to book in the future again."
United Kingdom
Valentina
The price is €158
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Villa-Kasia Ocean View

6. Sentido Galosol

Sentido Galosol
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (511 reviews)
"Excellent place to rest. If you are a Scuba diver you will not regret staying there. I will be going back."
United States
Ricardo
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Sentido Galosol

7. PortoBay Serra Golf

PortoBay Serra Golf
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (206 reviews)
"Great hotel with lovely restaurant onsite."
Canada
Patrick
The price is €139
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
PortoBay Serra Golf

8. Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (309 reviews)
"Beautiful views. Food was amazing and so was the service. Entertainment was great too."
United States
Luz
The price is €230
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

9. Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden

Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (235 reviews)
"Super lovely people in beautiful surroundings"
United Kingdom
Zoe
The price is €161
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden

10. Cais da Oliveira

Cais da Oliveira
2.5 star property
Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (25 reviews)
"It was good"
Canada
Rozita
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Cais da Oliveira

11. Inn & Art Madeira

Inn & Art Madeira
3.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (20 reviews)
"This place is simply put…Excellent!!!"
United States
Timothy
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Inn & Art Madeira

12. Royal Orchid

Royal Orchid
5.0 star property
Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (64 reviews)
"Grand hôtel moderne, sans charme particulier. Localisation dans une zone touristique avec quelques restaurants accessibles facilement à pied. Chambre propre et spacieuse avec espace cuisine. Quelques ustensiles de cuisine et couverts sont fournis, mais pas d'éponge pour laver la vaisselle ou d'un sachet de thé ou de café... Le point négatif était le personnel de la réception. Tant à l'arrivé qu'au départ le personnel était désagréable et visiblement dérangé par la présence des clients. On a du...
Belgium
Jaroslaw
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Royal Orchid

13. Garajau Madeira Hotel

Garajau Madeira Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Cruz
7.4 out of 10, Good, (522 reviews)
"Nice place to stay, Clean and spacious!"
United States
Lalit
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Garajau Madeira Hotel

14. Sentido Galomar - Adults Only

Sentido Galomar - Adults Only
2.0 star property
Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Beeindruckende Lage, kein Familiengeplärre."
Germany
Jochen
The price is €142
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Sentido Galomar - Adults Only

15. Quinta de Santo António da Serra

Quinta de Santo António da Serra
3.0 star property
Santa Cruz
7.0 out of 10, Good, (17 reviews)
"Excellent environment, beautiful place , very helpful staff and owner, highly recommended "
Canada
Tak
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Quinta de Santo António da Serra

16. Sentido Galomar - Adults Only

Sentido Galomar - Adults Only
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (74 reviews)
"The hotel felt clean and the ocean view from our balcony was amazing."
Canada
Avneet
The price is €147
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Sentido Galomar - Adults Only

17. Refúgio do Bosque

Refúgio do Bosque
2.0 star property
Santa Cruz
The price is €68
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Refúgio do Bosque

18. Mist Haven

Mist Haven
2.0 star property
Santa Cruz
The price is €61
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Mist Haven
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Frequently asked questions

Looking for gay-friendly accommodation in Santa Cruz?
Consider this your open invitation to pack your bags and find gay-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz on our website. People like Santa Cruz for its beaches and restaurants.
What is the top LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Santa Cruz?
In Mountain is a top LGBTQ-friendly country house, and features a full-service spa and private pools.
What are the top places to visit in Santa Cruz?
During your trip, get out and enjoy everything Santa Cruz has to offer. You and your travelling companions may want to visit Palmeiras Beach, Aquaparque Madeira and Santo da Serra Market. While you're here, create some great memories of your trip with stops at Reis Magos Beach, Ponta da Oliveira and Garajau Cable Car.
What is a gay-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz?
LGBTQ-friendly hotels are places where lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender travellers are proudly welcomed. Expedia has compiled a selection of LGBTQ-friendly hotels worldwide. In Santa Cruz, these hotels prioritise a diverse environment in which guests are welcomed, respected and not obliged to declare or hide their sexual orientation.
What can I expect from a gay-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz?
Take a holiday from the ordinary; stay at a gay-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz, and the staff will help you explore the local gay scene and the LGBTQ+ culture. Some of Expedia's LGBTQ-friendly hotels go the extra mile and offer concierge services that provide information about nearby LGBTQ restaurants and local events.

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