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Standard Room | Pillowtop beds, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Residencial Funchal

Residencial Funchal
2.0 star property
Funchal
7.2 out of 10, Good, (191 reviews)
"Very inexpensive and good location, but very basic"
United States
Deborah
The price is AED 276
AED 304 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Residencial Funchal
Comfort Twin Room | WiFi (free)

Alojamento Central 1

Alojamento Central 1
3.0 star property
Funchal
6.8 out of 10, (25 reviews)
"Ok to stay 1 night"
United States
stan
The price is AED 271
AED 386 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Alojamento Central 1
Garden

Arts In Hotel Conde Carvalhal

Arts In Hotel Conde Carvalhal
4.0 star property
Funchal
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (322 reviews)
"A little refuge from the busy city. Al was amazing- location, breakfasts, staff, sparkling clean, and so much beautiful trees and flowers"
Canada
Joanna Krystyna
The price is AED 681
AED 726 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Arts In Hotel Conde Carvalhal
Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Three House Hotel

Three House Hotel
4.0 star property
Funchal
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"The location was perfect…very walkable.. E were very fortunate to have a stunning room upgrade. Rooftop patio and restaurant were both fantastic! The staff were more than accommodating. Would definitely recommend!"
Canada
Lori
The price is AED 757
AED 804 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Three House Hotel
Family Studio, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Zarco Apartments by Mercado Funchal

Zarco Apartments by Mercado Funchal
4.0 star property
Funchal
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (32 reviews)
"Very convenient location. Great range of facilities. "
United Kingdom
Susan
The price is AED 548
AED 586 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Zarco Apartments by Mercado Funchal
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only

PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only
4.0 star property
Old Town Funchal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (490 reviews)
"Great rooms and service. Guests skew quite old which was a bit comical as two younger travelers in our mid-20s surrounded by a sun toasted retirement community"
United States
Edward
The price is AED 1,208
AED 1,273 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only
City Apartment, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View | Property grounds

Casa Strelitzia by An Island Apart

Casa Strelitzia by An Island Apart
4.0 star property
Funchal
6.0 out of 10, (3 reviews)
"A great apartment on the edge of the old town. Fab views of the sea and of the local area - great for people watching. Good size living / kitchen area with well appointed cooking area. Full sized fridge freezer which is always a bonus. Bedroom at the back with a small rooflight window - no aircon - but a decent fan in both areas. Walk in bathroom/ shower was without a window and limited mechanical extraction - so had a v damp smell - a design fault - but had to keep that door closed. But the...
United Kingdom
Paul
The price is AED 1,461
AED 1,788 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Casa Strelitzia by An Island Apart
Courtyard

Casa do Ribeiro Frio

Casa do Ribeiro Frio
3.0 star property
Santana
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
"Excellent stay would recommend again and will stay here Gain"
Canada
Jacqueline
The price is AED 305
AED 334 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Casa do Ribeiro Frio
Front of property

Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus

Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (229 reviews)
"Great little hotel especially if you need to be close to the airport, as it’s only a few minutes away! Very kind staff, room was clean and comfortable, and the breakfast was decent. Would stay again :)"
Canada
Megan
The price is AED 436
AED 471 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
Basic Triple Room, Multiple Bedrooms, Accessible | In-room safe, WiFi (free)

Residencial Monaco 38051-AL

Residencial Monaco 38051-AL
3.0 star property
Funchal
7.4 out of 10, Good, (157 reviews)
"Cleaning was provided every day, everything was clean, the staff was good, the hotel is located in the city center, very accessible location"
United Kingdom
Anastasiia
The price is AED 249
AED 275 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Residencial Monaco 38051-AL
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Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel

Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Loved this hotel"
Jennifer 5-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel

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What is there to see and do in Santa Maria Maior?
Santa Maria Maior is known for its historic sites and gardens, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the top local attractions on your list, and then make time for activities that are easy on the wallet. Enjoy the local natural beauty at Madeira Botanical Garden and Pregetter's Orchid Garden, or check out the area's cultural spots like Museum of Natural History.
How can I get to Santa Maria Maior and get around on a budget?
Checking out these ways to get around Santa Maria Maior is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The most convenient airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC), situated 7 mi (11.3 km) away. Santa Maria Maior might not have many public transit choices so a rental car could be an economical alternative to explore the area.