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Holiday Rentals in Santa Cruz

Dom Pedro Garajau
Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools

Dom Pedro Garajau

3.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (437)
"Does exactly what it says on the tin. "
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Dom Pedro Garajau
APARTMENT T3 TOURISTIC PRIVAT DELUXE FAMILY INMOUNTAIN
Outdoor pool, a heated pool

APARTMENT T3 TOURISTIC PRIVAT DELUXE FAMILY INMOUNTAIN

7.8 out of 10, Good, (8)
"When I search on Vrbo for properties I found this particular property amazing. When we got there my mild was blown away, I thought I was in a nightmare. We did not stay there as what we bought was not even near what the host presented to us. The jacuzzi was filthy, we were told that the bar and restaurant were not open up until thursday, on facebook there is a monday to friday buffet, same photos always. The entrance to the property was through a bedroom which only had a blind which only half...
The price is AU$295
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
APARTMENT T3 TOURISTIC PRIVAT DELUXE FAMILY INMOUNTAIN
New top-floor 2-bedroom apartment with private sun terrace with ocean views
Exterior

New top-floor 2-bedroom apartment with private sun terrace with ocean views

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (86)
"Thank you for all. Property is huge, location is great, with garage. Actually all things was perfect. If we are sometimes return to Madeira, this flat will be first thing, which i check it."
New top-floor 2-bedroom apartment with private sun terrace with ocean views
SUITEBUSSINES PRIVATE TERRACE
Outdoor pool

SUITEBUSSINES PRIVATE TERRACE

5.2 out of 10, (7)
"Defiantly the worst property Ive stayed at, I wish it had reviews before I booked as I’m sure they would of agreed with my account of my time there. We killed two cockroaches, had small insects in our belongings, I’d leave the house and find them in my hand bag! The property had a strange smell, stray cats which was heartbreaking as they’d be looking/ begging fofor food. The bathroom in our room had no door, plus the water system didn’t work, so it was either piping hot (enough to make a coffee)...
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
SUITEBUSSINES PRIVATE TERRACE
House / Villa - Santa Cruz
Pool

House / Villa - Santa Cruz

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (27)
"We stayed for 10 days in the property as a base to explore Madeira. The property was perfect for all 5 of us, lots of space, well equipped and immaculate. Anna is the host and is the loveliest person. She had baked us xakes for our arrival and supplied us with extra beach towels when needed. She also provided basic food and fruit., lots of advice about the area including a local farmers market we would never have known about. We loved our stay and visited most of the island. I would highly...
House / Villa - Santa Cruz
APARTMENT BLUE....
Terrace/patio

APARTMENT BLUE....

7.0 out of 10, Good, (12)
"A very good place to live. The location is great at the top of the mountain. The view is very beautiful. The service is excellent. The owner of the hotel is a wonderful and very nice person. I advise everyone to try this excellent hotel and they have cars if you want to rent a car ... Next time if I visit Madeira I will go to the same place"
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
APARTMENT BLUE....
Bungalow Gray Inmountain Country House
Pool

Bungalow Gray Inmountain Country House

5.4 out of 10, (3)
"Unterkunft war sauber. Ruhige Gegend. Ausstattung der Küche war nicht zufriedenstellend (kein Geschirr, keine Töpfe, kein Herd und Backrohr, kein Besteck, usw.). Sehr alte Möbel. Schöne Anlage. "
Bungalow Gray Inmountain Country House
FAMILY TWIN TOURIST APARTMENT
Property grounds

FAMILY TWIN TOURIST APARTMENT

4.8 out of 10, (3)
"We enjoyed our stay in the apartments! Marco met us and then drove us to the airport and also helped with the car rental. The staff is very friendly."
The price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
FAMILY TWIN TOURIST APARTMENT
BUNGALOW PRIVATE HOUSE
Pool

BUNGALOW PRIVATE HOUSE

4.0 out of 10, (3)
"The host will pick you up from the airport for €20. He answered all my WhatsApp messages very quickly. You really need a car if you stay here. The staff I met were really friendly. If you book, make sure (before you pay) with the host what actually is the accommodation you pay for. Re-confirm when you book and after you have booked. I found the description incredibly unhelpful."
The price is AU$112
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
BUNGALOW PRIVATE HOUSE
Bungalow - Private Mountain House
Pool

Bungalow - Private Mountain House

5.6 out of 10, (8)
"Weeks before arriving in Madeira I communicated with the owner, informing him of our arrival time. Days before our arrival I informed him of the time we'd reach the hotel, despite this, when we arrived there was nobody on site to assist us. After wondering around, calling the owner several times, eventually he answered saying he would be there shortly. Instead of the owner who spoke fluent English arriving, a woman who spoke zero English turned up, we had to call our Portuguese friend to...
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Bungalow - Private Mountain House
Apartment FAMILY BUSSINES
Outdoor pool

Apartment FAMILY BUSSINES

5.4 out of 10, (6)
"Het huisje ligt rustig in de bergen. Je hebt een (huur)auto nodig om het eiland te verkennen. Uitzicht is mooi (je kijkt richting de oceaan) maar de inrichting is erg basis. Nauwelijks voorzieningen aanwezig in het huisje. Ze zijn wel bezig met opknappen en renoveren maar het is allemaal wat ouder/basic."
The price is AU$120
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Apartment FAMILY BUSSINES
Enjoy Madeira's unspoiled countryside from a perfect base
Sun-loungers, beach towels

Enjoy Madeira's unspoiled countryside from a perfect base

9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (38)
"This was the perfect location for a family vacation. Conveniently close to the airport (but we didn’t hear the planes so this was great). The house is very clean and well equipped and the pool was great. "
Enjoy Madeira's unspoiled countryside from a perfect base
Beachfront house with pool
Pool

Beachfront house with pool

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (20)
"Even though we were very close to the airport and heard the planes land and depart, the property was great and we loved the proximity of the charming town of Santa Cruz. "
Beachfront house with pool
Caniço Bay Club
View from property

Caniço Bay Club

4.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (128)
"La propiedad estaba cuidada, la limpieza es buena, la persona que nos atendio ha sido muy amable y atenta.Recomendable para ir es tranquilo, pero tiene de todo y cerca la capital."
Caniço Bay Club
Inmountain Private Mountain House
Outdoor pool

Inmountain Private Mountain House

5.8 out of 10, (6)
"Wir hatten einen Flug gebucht. Als wir vom FRÜHStück kamen um das GEPÄCK CL ZU HOLEN WAR Das Hotel abgeschlossen. Ich rief den Manage an.er wollte in 10 Miniäuten da sein . Nach 2 Stunden noch ein Anruf er sagteer hat einen Unfall. Er log uns ungeniert an. "
The price is AU$374
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Inmountain Private Mountain House
Beautiful modern Apartment with a big garden and sea view in a prime location
Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher

Beautiful modern Apartment with a big garden and sea view in a prime location

8.4 out of 10, Very good, (5)
"The apartment was clean and in a very good position for getting around the island. It would have been helpful to have a few more details about the property e.g Wi-Fi code and the crockery and cutlery could have been a little more extensive . Nice undercover seating area where we were able to eat our meals and enjoy the lovely weather . The road is very steep !!"
Beautiful modern Apartment with a big garden and sea view in a prime location
Vacation home with fantastic sea views in the first row
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels

Vacation home with fantastic sea views in the first row

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (77)
"Lovely week spent in this wonderful vacation property views from the decking out to sea were fabulous restaurants and supermarket within walking distance and great communication from owner very helpful really enjoyed our relaxing break Thanks again"
Vacation home with fantastic sea views in the first row
Villas Madalena
Exterior

Villas Madalena

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
"I'm a plane Spotter, so it was ideal for me, 30 minutes walk from Madeira airport, views over looking the airport, there is no heating or air conditioning in the bungalow, it's well equipped quite spacious, new like condition, considering how close it was to the runway aircraft noise wasn't much of a problem, not really any flights 9pm until 6 or 7am, From Neil "
Villas Madalena
Luxury Villa with Fantastic Views Private Swimming Pool & Jacuzzi
Outdoor pool

Luxury Villa with Fantastic Views Private Swimming Pool & Jacuzzi

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Wow, wow, wow. A beautiful, four-storey almost ski-chalet style villa, set in the heart of a stunning green island, with panaramic, Atlantic sea views and overlooking one of the area's most popular historic attractions (Christa Rae), with a swimming pool and other entertainment such as pool table, gym and jacuzzi. There are large seating areas and private balconies where families of six can socialise or spend peaceful days apart. Relaxed bars, restaurants, coffee shops and patisseries are just...
Luxury Villa with Fantastic Views Private Swimming Pool & Jacuzzi
Caniço Bay Apartments Studio 5
Outdoor dining

Caniço Bay Apartments Studio 5

2.0 out of 10, (1)
"The night before I booked the Vrbo as I was flying in from the United States and needed a place to stay for one night before going to the resort. I’m less the 8 hours I found out my plane reservation got switched. I email and asked if I could get at least a portion of my money back and he said no. Eight hours before he had no one, so it wasn’t like I blocked others from coming. I just felt he was rude and not at all flexible."
The price is AU$206
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Caniço Bay Apartments Studio 5
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Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

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4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (192)
"Excellent service, friendly staff "
The price is AU$350
includes taxes & fees
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includes taxes & fees
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Lobby

The Views Oasis - Family Friendly

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (154)
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The price is AU$274
includes taxes & fees
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Beautiful view of the beach with palm trees

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find a holiday rental in Santa Cruz?

Yes, there are holiday rentals close to the most popular sights in Santa Cruz, or you can select a more secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay. Visitors like the top-notch restaurants and beaches in Santa Cruz. Make sure you have time to check out the sporting events while you're in the area.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Santa Cruz has to offer?

House / Villa - Santa Cruz: This highly rated holiday home rental in Santa Cruz is located in the city centre, and has a patio, a garden and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. Kick off your shoes and enjoy yourself with 1 hot tub and a selection of books. Other favourite homes for rent in Santa Cruz are Bungalow Gray Inmountain Country House and Apartment FAMILY BUSSINES.

How many holiday rentals will I find in Santa Cruz?

With 145 Expedia holiday rentals, you're guaranteed to find just the right place for your Santa Cruz stay.

What can I see and do in Santa Cruz?

Palmeiras Beach and Reis Magos Beach are a couple of lovely local spots to get outside and enjoy nature. Santo da Serra Market and Ponta da Oliveira are other places to visit while you're in town.

What are holiday rentals like in Santa Cruz?

Holiday rentals are privately owned properties you can book for a few days, or a quick weekend, in Santa Cruz. Holiday rentals offer extras like kitchens and laundry facilities so you'll have everything you need. If you're concerned about cleanliness, holiday rentals can offer a sense of seclusion away from public hotel lifts and lobbies packed with people while still allowing you the experience of travel. You'll also find more space in a holiday rental than in a traditional hotel, which is another reason why a holiday rental is a great option for families.