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Recommended hotels in Santa Cruz

A modern interior with a sofa, chairs, and a table, overlooking a rocky coastline and the sea.

1. 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 AED 501
AED 537 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Sentido Galosol
A hotel pool with a clear view of the ocean, palm trees, and a building with balconies.

2. 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 AED 510
AED 547 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel
A pool area with multiple swimming pools, palm trees, and lounge chairs.

3. Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (311 reviews)
"The staff really make this resort feel like a vacation, from the bar, front desk and the restaurant everyone was incredible. Cannot recommend this place enough, it’s made me want to look into staying at another Riu resort."
United States
Alexander
The price is AED 880
AED 931 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
A pool with lounge chairs and a view of the ocean.

4. 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 AED 559
AED 597 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a swimming pool, and a building with multiple windows and a red door.

5. 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 AED 353
AED 383 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
A pool with clear blue water and a view of the ocean.

6. 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 AED 1,269
AED 1,335 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
A large, white, two-story building with a tower and a covered porch.

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 AED 526
AED 563 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
PortoBay Serra Golf
An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a covered seating area, and a food display counter.

8. 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 AED 333
AED 362 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Vila Ventura Apartment Hotel
A swimming pool with tiled edges, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

9. Garajau Madeira Hotel

Garajau Madeira Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Cruz
7.4 out of 10, Good, (523 reviews)
"Charming clean hotel with near by restaurants and transportation. Beautiful views of the hotel"
United States
Sandra
The price is AED 263
AED 289 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Garajau Madeira Hotel
An aerial view of a rectangular swimming pool surrounded by lawn chairs, umbrellas, and a few people.

10. Villa Camelia Boutique House

Villa Camelia Boutique House
3.0 star property
Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (33 reviews)
"Very nice old villa with plenty of character! Nice garden to relax in with pool too. "
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is AED 583
AED 639 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Villa Camelia Boutique House
A modern interior with a sofa, chairs, and a table, overlooking a rocky coastline and the sea.

11. 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 AED 557
AED 596 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Sentido Galomar - Adults Only
A balcony with a view of the sea, a potted plant, and yellow lounge chairs.

12. 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 AED 340
AED 639 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Villa-Kasia Ocean View
A large, two-story house with a red-tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

13. 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 AED 479
AED 515 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Quinta de Santo António da Serra
A modern living room with a spiral staircase, a sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area.

14. Encanto Santa Cruz

Encanto Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"Agradeço ao Sr. Olavo, pela recepção e disponibilidade."
United States
miguel v.
Encanto Santa Cruz
A seaside restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking the ocean.

15. 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 AED 451
AED 485 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Inn & Art Madeira
A pebbled beach with palm trees, a pier, and a clear blue sky.

16. 'Fontinha' Apartment with Wi-Fi

'Fontinha' Apartment with Wi-Fi
Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Pros: Isabel en haar man zijn super lieve mensen. Ze hebben vooral alles gezorgd en stonden altijd klaar voor hulp. De handdoek en lakens service was fantastisch, overvloed aan handdoeken. Het appartement was heel probeer en alles wat je nodig had was aanwezig, zelfs een EHBO kit. Cons: /"
Netherlands
Anonymous traveler
The price is AED 800
AED 816 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
'Fontinha' Apartment with Wi-Fi
A room with a large window, a small table, and a potted plant.

17. Grandpa's Haystack

Grandpa's Haystack
Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"A very peaceful location with great proximity to the airport and near a pleasant village. It is a tidy and compact cottage that was perfect for our family and Patricia was very helpful. It was pleasant to sit outside the cottage and enjoy the lush greenery. It's best not to let kids wander up the driveway toward the main house as there are large guard dogs that can surprise you."
United States
Jennifer M.
The price is AED 405
AED 587 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Grandpa's Haystack
A modern building with a glass facade, a paved pathway, and a landscaped garden with various plants and a palm tree.

18. GuestReady - Paradisus Residence Atlantic Retreat

GuestReady - Paradisus Residence Atlantic Retreat
Caniço
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"It was great staying at the apartment, everything was clean and nice and we enjoyed the time there thank you"
United States
Stacey P.
The price is AED 375
AED 659 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
GuestReady - Paradisus Residence Atlantic Retreat
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

19. In the centre, with balcony - Santa Cruz II

In the centre, with balcony - Santa Cruz II
Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Alles so wie in der Beschreibung der Wohnung vorgefunden. Bestens. "
Germany
Regina H.
The price is AED 402
AED 775 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
In the centre, with balcony - Santa Cruz II
Balcony

20. Wings Apartment II – With Balcony in Santa Cruz

Wings Apartment II – With Balcony in Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Wszystko zgodnie jak w ogłoszeniu. Godne polecenia."
United States
Aneta K.
The price is AED 384
AED 920 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Wings Apartment II – With Balcony in Santa Cruz
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A large rock formation at sunset with a clear sky.

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A modern pool area with a glass balustrade and a concrete structure.
Three House Hotel

Three House Hotel

Three House Hotel
Funchal

10/10 Excellent

Really nice hotel! Felt a little like home away from home. Staff is very friendly and even brought us chocolates made on Madeira. Roof top pool and view is amazing!
United States
Stephanie
Reviewed May 29, 2022
Three House Hotel

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Santa Cruz?

If you're having trouble locating a motel in Santa Cruz, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let us help you find something similar from over 756 hotels and other lodging options. Just use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free airport transportation.

What are motels like?

At most motels, you'll often find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trips, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.

What are the best motels in Santa Cruz?

These are some budget-friendly accommodations where you can stay in Santa Cruz. Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive - Aparthotel Sentido Galosol - Hotel Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club - Chalet Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel - Bed & breakfast The Views Oasis - Family Friendly - Guesthouse

What can I do in Santa Cruz?

While you're exploring this relaxing, quaint area, take time to enjoy the top-notch restaurants. Those who've visited Santa Cruz like the beaches. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Palmeiras Beach, Reis Magos Beach, and Ponta da Oliveira. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: CR7 Museum, Lido Bathing Complex, and Museum of Natural History. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Aquaparque Madeira, Santo da Serra Market, and Garajau Cable Car.

What's the weather like in Santa Cruz?

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Santa Cruz to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 72°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 62°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 20 inches.

What are my options for getting around Santa Cruz when staying in a motel?

We’ve gathered some information about local transportation options in Santa Cruz to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC), which is located 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from the city center. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.