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

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 HK$2,870
HK$3,019 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a swimming pool, and a building with multiple windows and a red door.

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 HK$791
HK$857 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
A hotel with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a clear sky.

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 HK$1,096
HK$1,175 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel
A balcony with a view of the sea, a potted plant, and yellow lounge chairs.

4. 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 HK$730
HK$1,373 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Villa-Kasia Ocean View
An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a covered seating area, and a food display counter.

5. Vila Ventura Apartment Hotel

Vila Ventura Apartment Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"-"
Netherlands
Tom
The price is HK$715
HK$779 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Vila Ventura Apartment Hotel
A modern balcony with a curved seating area, a glass railing, and a view of the ocean and rocky cliffs.

6. Sentido Galosol

Sentido Galosol
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (513 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 HK$1,137
HK$1,218 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Sentido Galosol
A pool area with multiple swimming pools, palm trees, and lounge chairs.

7. Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (310 reviews)
"Beautiful views. Food was amazing and so was the service. Entertainment was great too."
United States
Luz
The price is HK$1,891
HK$2,001 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
A large, white, two-story building with a tower and a covered porch.

8. 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 HK$1,129
HK$1,209 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
PortoBay Serra Golf
A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.

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 HK$1,311
HK$1,399 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden
A spacious indoor area with large windows offering a view of the ocean and palm trees.

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 HK$717
HK$792 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Cais da Oliveira
A terrace with tables and chairs overlooking the sea, featuring a clear view of the ocean and a distant boat.

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 HK$979
HK$1,053 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Inn & Art Madeira
A modern hotel with a pool and ocean view.

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 HK$872
HK$956 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Royal Orchid
A clear view of a swimming pool with a view of the ocean and surrounding trees.

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 HK$605
HK$664 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Garajau Madeira Hotel
A balcony with a curved sofa and chairs, overlooking a rocky coastline and the sea.

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 HK$1,239
HK$1,239 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Sentido Galomar - Adults Only
A small red building with a white door and windows, surrounded by lush greenery and pink flowers.

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 HK$921
HK$1,003 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Quinta de Santo António da Serra
A modern outdoor seating area with a view of the ocean and rocky cliffs.

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 HK$1,197
HK$1,280 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Sentido Galomar - Adults Only
A garden with a variety of plants and trees, including hydrangeas in the foreground.

17. Refúgio do Bosque

Refúgio do Bosque
2.0 star property
Santa Cruz
The price is HK$533
HK$589 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Refúgio do Bosque
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a dresser, a mirror, and a wardrobe.

18. Mist Haven

Mist Haven
2.0 star property
Santa Cruz
The price is HK$414
HK$465 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Mist Haven
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

10/10 Excellent
"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!"
John 1-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
Garajau Madeira Hotel

Garajau Madeira Hotel

8/10 Good
"Friendly, & helpful staff. Room was clean and had a nice balcony and small kitchenette. No Air in the room. Nice to have breakfast included."
Robyn 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Garajau Madeira Hotel

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