Beach Hotels & Resorts in Santa Cruz from AU$157

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Best Santa Cruz Beach Hotels

Hotel Riu Madeira
Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Hotel Riu Madeira

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (192)
"Excellent service, friendly staff "
The price is AU$353
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Hotel Riu Madeira
Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
3 outdoor pools, pool loungers

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (259)
"A lovely hotel at walking distance from the nice village of St Cruz and conveniently located for everything else. Beautiful rooms and decor, skilled service, great quality restaurant. "
The price is AU$414
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
Sentido Galosol
Aerial view

Sentido Galosol

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (328)
"The Spa was incredible. We used the ocean view sauna every day and loved it! Room was clean and tidy, we had a nice view from our balcony. Walkable to many restaurants in the area. It was a relaxing and quiet location compared to the more lively Funchal. "
The price is AU$225
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Sentido Galosol
Rocamar Lido Resort
Exterior

Rocamar Lido Resort

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (321)
"Beautiful property located right on the ocean. "
The price is AU$157
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Rocamar Lido Resort
Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (202)
"We really enjoyed our stay in such a lovely hotel, with such kind and attentive staff. The hotel surroundings and location are spectacular, we would definitely like to return, thank you. "
The price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden
Vila Galé Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio

Vila Galé Santa Cruz

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (253)
"If you are planning on taking an early morning flight this is probably the best location, just 5 minutes drive from airport. Breakfast was nice with made to order eggs, coffee, variety of fresh fruits and yogurt."
The price is AU$194
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Vila Galé Santa Cruz
Sentido Galomar - Adults Only
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Sentido Galomar - Adults Only

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (54)
"it is 12 min from airport. it is a perfect place to stay with oportunity of swimming in the sea, spa, good food and totally relaxing before going back."
The price is AU$239
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Sentido Galomar - Adults Only
In Mountain
Exterior

In Mountain

3.0 star property
6.4 out of 10, (39)
"The hospitality of the host is exceptional. All the staff are polite and accommodating. The staff made wonderful recommendations for dinning options in the area. There are many improvements being made to the property and we would definitely stay here again. "
The price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
In Mountain
The Views Oasis - Family Friendly
Lobby

The Views Oasis - Family Friendly

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (154)
"The hotel was really great i recomend it. Service was nice, clean rooms and delicious food. It was good vacation "
The price is AU$276
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
The Views Oasis - Family Friendly
Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
Front of property

Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (169)
"Good food, good wine at reasonable prices."
The price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
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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 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 Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club and Sentido Galosol.
How many beach hotels can I expect to find in Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 8 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 Reis Magos Beach or Machico Beach. Treat your taste buds to the area’s restaurants, and make time for local attractions such as Palmeiras Beach and Santo da Serra Market. Other things to see and do in the area are Ponta da Oliveira and Funchal Ecological Park.
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.