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1. Hotel Cantinho

Hotel Cantinho
São Salvador do Mundo
Switzerland
Felix
€56
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Hotel Cantinho
A pool area with two pools, outdoor seating, and a mountain backdrop.
A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a wooden headboard.
A reception desk with a drawing of a house and the text 'São Jorge Village Turismo.'
Dining

2. São Jorge Village Turismo Lda

São Jorge Village Turismo Lda
Sao Lourenco dos Orgaos
United States
Isabel
€50
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
São Jorge Village Turismo Lda
A room with a bed, two red chairs, a plaid blanket, a painting, and a window with a curtain.
An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a hanging macrame planter.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in microwave, and a dining area with a white table and chairs.
A modern living room with a sofa, a bed, a coffee table, and a chair.

3. Residência Águia

Residência Águia
Santiago
€37
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Residência Águia
A staircase with a wooden handrail, a chandelier, and a woven basket on the floor.
A spacious interior with a tiled floor, a wooden staircase with white railings, and a view of a dining area in the distance.
A pink building with a sign reading "Pousada" and "Praia Maria".
A pink building with a sign reading "FERRAGENS" and "ELECTRICIDADE".

4. Boutique Hotel Praia Maria

Boutique Hotel Praia Maria
Plateau
United States
Ellendale
€65
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Boutique Hotel Praia Maria
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by a building with a staircase and lights.
A hotel with a pool, palm trees, and a staircase with pink flowers.
A buffet table with various dishes, including a fruit bowl and desserts.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a garden with various plants, and a palm tree.

5. Pestana Trópico

Pestana Trópico
Prainha
United States
Stephen
€135
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Pestana Trópico
A wooden deck with metal poolside railings leading into a clear blue pool.
A rooftop bar with a sunset mural, wooden bar counter, and outdoor seating.
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "Happy Day Hotel".
A modern lobby with a staircase, seating area, and a sign for a restaurant/bar.

6. Happy Day Hotel

Happy Day Hotel
Praia
United States
Cheryl
€98
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Happy Day Hotel
A clear swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a building with large windows, and a view of the sea.
Front of property
A beachfront hotel with a modern design, featuring a large building with multiple balconies overlooking the ocean.
A modern dining area with wicker furniture, large windows, and a view of the sea.

7. Barceló Praia Cape Verde

Barceló Praia Cape Verde
Prainha
United States
Ligia
€165
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Barceló Praia Cape Verde
A cityscape viewed through a window with buildings and a hill in the background.
A hallway with a brick wall, three black trash bins, and a stainless steel elevator.
A hotel room with a large mirror, a bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.
A lobby with a reception desk, a sofa with patterned cushions, a wall-mounted television, and bamboo decor.

8. Praia Confort

Praia Confort
Plateau
Canada
Ebhrahim
€72
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Praia Confort
A modern outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and cushions, a wooden slatted wall, and a textured stone wall.
A rooftop terrace with a pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the city.
A modern hotel room with a large window offering a view of a river and cityscape. There is a sofa, a small round table with a vase of flowers, and a dining table with chairs.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a television on the wall.

9. Hotel Pérola

Hotel Pérola
Plateau
United States
Ashley
€139
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Hotel Pérola
A bedroom with a bed, two nightstands, a round table, and a mirror on the wall.
A plate with shrimp, mashed potatoes, and a lime garnish.
A bed with floral bedding, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, and a round mirror on the wall.
A bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a bathtub, and a toilet.

10. Hotel splanada poilon

Hotel splanada poilon
Assomada
€55
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Hotel splanada poilon
A coastal hotel with balconies overlooking the sea, a garden with pink flowers, and a view of the ocean.
A coastal residential area with houses having red-tiled roofs, a paved road, and a view of the ocean.
A coastal residential area with terracotta-roofed houses, a clear view of the ocean, and a balcony with a metal railing.
A pool area with sun loungers and a view of the sea.

11. Hotel Vulcão

Hotel Vulcão
Cidade Velha
Canada
Peter James
€71
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Hotel Vulcão
Interior
A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a television.
A terrace with potted plants, seating, and a city view.
A breakfast buffet with bread, pastries, and condiments.

12. Casa Jardim di Sol

Casa Jardim di Sol
Palmarejo
United States
Janete
€73
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Casa Jardim di Sol
A reception desk with clocks labeled with city names, a modern light fixture, and a potted plant.
A modern hotel entrance with a prominent sign reading "HOTEL SANTIAGO".
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand, a TV, and a view of the ocean.
A modern hotel lobby with a dining area, a staircase, and a large informational sign.

13. Hotel Santiago

Hotel Santiago
Praia
United States
Robert
€73
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Hotel Santiago
A hotel room with two beds, a bedside telephone, and a wall-mounted lamp.
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.
A modern outdoor seating area with metal chairs and a table, surrounded by potted plants and a wooden partition.
A restaurant with a bar area, tables with white tablecloths, and a view through large windows.

14. Sol Hotel

Sol Hotel
Praia
Canada
Enguerrand
€73
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Sol Hotel
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a street with buildings and palm trees.
A modern room with two chairs, a small table, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.
A bedroom with a bed, a wardrobe, a nightstand, and a ceiling light.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

15. Apartamentos Santiago

Apartamentos Santiago
Praia
United States
Romilaide
€36
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Apartamentos Santiago
A beach with clear blue water, sandy shore, and some vegetation.
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a painting on the wall.
A bedroom with a bed, white curtains, a painting on the wall, and a shelf with two hats.
A wooden door leading into a room with a sofa, a lamp, a potted plant, and a painting on the wall.

16. Syds Guesthouse I

Syds Guesthouse I
Prainha
United States
Ido
€50
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Syds Guesthouse I
A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a gated entrance.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black microwave, a gas stove, and a sink.
An outdoor patio with a grill, chairs, and a table set for dining.
A room with a bed, a table with chairs, a window, and a door.

17. Praia City Apartments

Praia City Apartments
Praia
€45
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Praia City Apartments
A hallway with a wooden door, a wall-mounted decoration, and a framed picture on the wall.
A multi-story building with a central tower, surrounded by residential buildings.
A spacious room with a drum set, large speakers, and a table with chairs.
A hallway with a wooden door and a mirrored closet.

18. Residencial Cosmo

Residencial Cosmo
Assomada
United Kingdom
geoffrey
€42
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Residencial Cosmo
A rooftop pool area with two hot tubs, lounge chairs, and a glass balustrade overlooking the ocean.
A modern room with a large window, a round table, two chairs, a floor lamp, and a large potted plant.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a sitting area with a sofa and a table set for dining, and a view of the outside.
A revolving door entrance to a hotel with a black doormat reading "vippraia hotel".

19. Hotel Vip Praia

Hotel Vip Praia
Praia
United States
Joshua
€146
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Hotel Vip Praia
A modern restaurant with a bar area, large windows, and contemporary lighting fixtures.
A double bed with a white and teal bedspread, two bedside tables, and a decorative headboard with circular patterns.
A man entering a building through a glass door with a geometric pattern. There are potted plants and a statue near the entrance.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, black shelving units, a brown sofa, a yellow armchair, and a decorative wall with a geometric pattern.

20. Aparthotel Palace

Aparthotel Palace
Praia
United States
Marlene
€57
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Aparthotel Palace
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Stay near popular Santa Cruz attractions

Pedra Badejo Beach

8.0/10 (31 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Pedra Badejo Beach during your travels in Santa Cruz? Discover the area's museums and shops.
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Mangue Beach

8.4/10 (17 reviews)
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Mangue Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Santa Cruz. Discover the area's museums and shops.
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Pedra Badejo Municipal Mall

6.8/10 (8 reviews)
During your trip to Santa Cruz, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Pedra Badejo Municipal Mall. Amble around the area's beaches or experience its museums.
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Learn more about Santa Cruz

Pristine Pedra Badejo Beach invites you to soak up the sun while Porto Madeira offers a glimpse into local maritime culture. Explore the natural beauty of Poilão Dam or unwind at Mangue Beach where golden sands meet crystal-clear waters.

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A lush green valley with terraced fields and scattered houses.
Photo by François Cabrol

Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Praia Confort

Praia Confort

8/10 Good
"Praia Confort is conveniently located right in the heart of the city, within a 5min walk of the beach and several restaurants. The room was on the small side, but the beautiful mountain views from the balcony made up for it. The bed and pillows were comfortable, and breakfast was decent. Unfortunately, the service was a bit of a mixed bag. I found the male staff friendly and helpful, while my interactions with the female staff were less welcoming. The bathroom was also quite small, and the soap supply was insufficient, I had to ask for more just to take a shower. The biggest downside was the Wi-Fi. I’m not sure if the connection was poor because I was staying on the 7th floor, but it worked much better in the lobby than in my room. Overall, the hotel’s central location, proximity to the beach, and mountain views were definite highlights. However, improvements to the Wi-Fi, bathroom amenities, and customer service would make the stay more enjoyable."
Rose E 4-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Praia Confort
Hotel Vip Praia

Hotel Vip Praia

10/10 Excellent
"I didn’t have a universal charger and they provided one to me right away. There was a water leak in my bathroom and I informed them and they switched my room within 15 minutes of knowing about the issue. They also called a taxi for me at 4:00 AM and the front desk spoke clear English, if that’s a concern for you. They are a great staff, have great wifi connection and have water, and other free goodies that make your stay more welcoming. Yes, welcoming is the word I’d use for this hotel, especially the staff."
Kathique 3-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Hotel Vip Praia
Txada Hostel

Txada Hostel

10/10 Excellent
"Gift is the Man!"
George 3-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Txada Hostel
Pestana Trópico

Pestana Trópico

10/10 Excellent
"Only resort that is handicap accessible! Stuff are friendly and helpful! Great customer service! definitely recommend"
Ana 1-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Pestana Trópico
Boutique Hotel Praia Maria

Boutique Hotel Praia Maria

10/10 Excellent
"We just stayed one night between island hopping . This delightful hotel in an older but beautifully maintained building is central on pedestrian only street . Dinner choices, shopping and groceries are all nearby . Live music entertained us on the lovely patio that looks over the street . You are about 10 min taxi ride from airport and cost is 1500 CVE (about 15€). For great coffee and ambiance including live music don’t miss Cafe Sophia."
Heather 1-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Boutique Hotel Praia Maria
Hotel Vulcão

Hotel Vulcão

10/10 Excellent
"Nothing to say"
Eugene 5-night trip
Posted 4 months ago
Hotel Vulcão
Hotel Pérola

Hotel Pérola

8/10 Good
"I was a little disappointed when I thought the room I booked had an ocean view and it did not. The building is nice, clean and staffs were friendly and courteous. Tiles on floor need to be replaced since some had cracks in them and some parts of the building can use some fresh paints. The Buffett breakfast was good."
Audilia 3-night trip
Posted 6 months ago
Hotel Pérola

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Santa Cruz?
Based on our traveller data, Quinta Achada Fazenda is one of the top choices for your stay. This apartment offers 10 outdoor pools and free parking. Hotel Restaurant Falucho Paradise Beach is another good option for your trip. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Santa Cruz.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Santa Cruz has to offer?
Villa Santa Cruz Santiago: This highly rated holiday home rental in Santa Cruz is located near the beach, and offers a garden, daily housekeeping and free WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a fridge, a stovetop and an electric kettle. See all vacation rentals in Santa Cruz.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Santa Cruz.
What's the best place to stay for a beach holiday in Santa Cruz?
Hotel Restaurant Falucho Paradise Beach is a top beachfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools and 20 restaurants, and it's located on Pedra Badejo Beach . Villa Sao Jose is another good choice for your stay near the beach. See more stays near the beach in Santa Cruz.
What are some hotels with pools in Santa Cruz?
Hotel Restaurant Falucho Paradise Beach is a top hotel with 2 outdoor swimming pools, a children's pool and 20 restaurants. View all hotels with pools in Santa Cruz.
What is staying in Santa Cruz like?
Visitors can enjoy all that Santa Cruz has to offer, including the beaches, shopping and museums. In Santa Cruz, there are 18 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Santa Cruz.
What are the top places to visit in Santa Cruz?
The picturesque setting of Pedra Badejo Beach and Mangue Beach exemplify the area's natural beauty. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Pedra Badejo Municipal Mall and Poilão Dam. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Santa Cruz guide.
What's the seasonal weather in Santa Cruz?
The hottest months are usually October and September, with an average temperature of 26°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 22°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 257 mm.

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