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Boasting 400 meters of private sea front, this 5-star property offers spacious rooms all with balcony and views of the Atlantic and the Deserted Islands. There are 3 pools, 2 at the sea level with sea water and private access to the sea and 1 at the hotel level with heated water. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

If you want pieceful , calm holiday - this is your place We enjoyed this quite , isolated atmosphere

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9.4
Superb
633 reviews
Price from
US$303
per night

Offering mountain views, Maison avec vue exceptionnelle sur l'océan - 5 mn du centre ville is an accommodation located in Santa Cruz, 19 km from Marina do Funchal and 24 km from Santana's traditional houses. This property offers access to a balcony, table tennis, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.3 km from Palmeiras Beach.

Spacious and clean house. Excellent kitchen and a large table for a group of friends. Beautiful view of the ocean, Funchal and landing planes. Quite a steep road for a car. It is better to use the serpentine rather than the road suggested by the navigator.

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9.3
Superb
15 reviews
Price from
US$203
per night

Offering sea views, Casa da Vila is an accommodation situated in Santa Cruz, 200 metres from Palmeiras Beach and 18 km from Marina do Funchal. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is set 23 km from Santana's traditional houses.

Everything was perfect. The host is very friendly and attentive. The accommodation is very clean, modern and spacious. Rooms are cozy, nicely furnished and inviting. The beds are very comfortable. Sunny balcony with a sea view is the best addition. EVERYTHING was thought of in this apartment. We liked well-equipped kitchen and bathrooms (two bathrooms made the apartment very comfortable for a family). Good location in a charming, quiet town ( 5min on foot from town centre) and a parking space in a garage is very important. The airport is considered to be quite near, but the sound of airplanes do not bother you at all! I highly recommend.

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10
Exceptional
9 reviews
Price from
US$107
per night

Situated 16 km from Marina do Funchal, 25 km from Santana's traditional houses and 27 km from Girao Cape, Junto ao Mar - Apartamento T1 provides accommodation set in Santa Cruz. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.9 km from Palmeiras Beach.

Very nice place to stay with family,nice view, good location, clean and have everything what you need

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9.2
Superb
10 reviews
Price from
US$92
per night

Providing a private beach area, a terrace and free WiFi, Sol e Mar by the airport is a recently renovated holiday home 600 metres from Palmeiras Beach and 18 km from Marina do Funchal. With city views, this accommodation provides a patio. The property is non-smoking and is located 23 km from Santana's traditional houses.

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9.2
Superb
5 reviews
Price from
US$329
per night

Offering garden views, Serenity Apartment - Free Parking is an accommodation set in Santa Cruz, 18 km from Marina do Funchal and 23 km from Santana's traditional houses. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 300 metres from Palmeiras Beach.

Very convenient to the airport and lovely area. We stayed two nights but I wish we had stayed here a little longer.

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9.6
Exceptional
13 reviews
Price from
US$75
per night

Located in Santa Cruz in the Madeira Islands region, with Reis Magos Beach nearby, Hideaway Apartment by Madeira Sun Travel provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is situated 25 km from Girao Cape, 29 km from Santana's traditional houses and 7.9 km from Palheiro Gardens. The property is non-smoking and is set 14 km from Marina do Funchal.

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9.8
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
US$182
per night

Palmeiras Beach is 1.3 km from the holiday home, while Marina do Funchal is 18 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport, 5 km from Isaac Villa in Santa Cruz.

Spaciousness and views over the sea. Ideal for families and those who like plane spotting.

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9.3
Superb
11 reviews

Kora Home, a property with a terrace, is set in Santa Cruz, 18 km from Marina do Funchal, 24 km from Santana's traditional houses, as well as 29 km from Girao Cape. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 700 metres from Palmeiras Beach.

The host is extremely helpful. She is fully committed to her work kudos to her.

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9.7
Exceptional
30 reviews
Price from
US$161
per night

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Sun Hill Apartment is situated in Santa Cruz. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the apartment free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is set 2.6 km from Palmeiras Beach.

The hosts were so welcoming and accessible! Loved it!

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9.7
Exceptional
29 reviews

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There’s nothing quite like waking up to the sound of swirling waves and the smell of sea air through your bedroom window. Beachfront accommodation comes in a variety of forms, from well decked-out resorts to secluded homestays and villas. Beach hotel amenities can include air-conditioned rooms, private terraces overlooking the sea and outdoor pools with adjacent bars.
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  • 10
    Scored 10
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 9 reviews
    Amazing view of the ocean from the terrace and room. Very big living room, 2 bedrooms and two bathrooms, kitchen fully equipped. Coffee machine and capsules available. Very comfortable beds, clean rooms and bathrooms. 2-3 minutes to the city center/beach with great restaurants and breakfast place. Very nice and helpful host. Close to the airport. No noise from the airplanes. Supermarket and fruits very close by.
    CristinaHuruba
    Group
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 53 reviews
    Amazing studio apartment only 20 min walk away from the airport with a view to the ocean (yes, you can see it from the window), very close to the local beach, central market, and nice restaurants in the area. Bolt costs around 15 euros to get to Funchal from the place. The apartment is newly renovated, fully equipped, and very clean. The landlord let us in early in the morning (though the flight was delayed and we checked it late at night, so he patiently waited for us)
    Vera
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$59.47
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,046 reviews
    Location is the highlight of this property, many restaurants just few minutes walk, beachfront at the doorstep, very close to the airport, friendly and helpful host, good value for the money.
    Leszek
    Young couple
  • 7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 844 reviews
    The host was very kind and helpful. Rooms were cleanThe guesthouse is located in the center of the village, on the main square. Perfect location to beach and restaurants. This is a convenient option for early departures or late arrivals as the airport can be reached in a few minutes by car. The place is absolutey different from any other and would have charm if renovated.
    Lolita Diana
    Group
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 30 reviews
    Modern, clean, spacious apartment with all facilities for short or extended stay. Big TV, fast internet, new building, underground garage. Good location, 5min on foot from town centre and beachfront, 2min from bakery and grocery shops, 30min from airport arrivals (we walked to the apartment). Comfortable beds. Very nice host, that was waiting for our delayed arrival in the night and recovered item we left in the apartment.
    Marcin
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$228.13
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,234 reviews
    The location was excellent considering that it is close to the airport and also in terms of the beach. The hotel is right in front of the ocean. Its location is excellent even though the settlement is very small and there is nothing to do in it at all. However, if you have a car, Funchal (the capital) is also nearby. The beds were comfortable, and the room was well appointed. The bathroom was also good. The breakfast was excellent considering that it was in the form of a buffet and there were delicious dishes for everyone's taste.
    Kiril
    Young couple
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,099 reviews
    It smells so good when you enter the establishment and its very clean,near at the airport and the staff will assist you all the way and plus our flight going back to paris is to early but they manage to prepare a breakfast for us before we leave 🥰.And its near to the beach also and restaurant we try the beer,tapas and chicken wings with the view of atlantic ocean and it was the romantic place to spend our last night there on the beach.
    Melody
    Young couple
  • 7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 844 reviews
    Beach vibe. Something absolutely different than any place we ever stayed. Perfect location to beach and restaurants and close to airport. Host very friendly and helpful.
    Nina Perepecina
    Young couple
  • 6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 68 reviews
    Location is the best advantage of this apartment. Close to the airport (even on foot), close to the beach (rocky), 20 minutes by car to Funchal. Santa Cruz is a nice and silent city with several good restaurants and rocky beach. Apartment offers good view on planes landing at the airport, and great view on the ocean. There are washing machine and dishwasher, which are useful in case of longer stay. Garage parking lot is also very convenient.
    irasmaster
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: US$311.39
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 633 reviews
    Situated right in front of the sea, Albatroz Beach and Yacht Club surpassed my expectations with its mesmerizing ocean views and impeccable location. The staff provided exceptional service, ensuring a perfect blend of elegance and relaxation throughout my stay.
    Joana Maldonado
    Young couple