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Pick from 20 Santa Cruz Beach Hotels and compare room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Hotel Riu Madeira
Exterior

Hotel Riu Madeira

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (192)
"Excellent service, friendly staff "
The price is AED 771
AED 814 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Hotel Riu Madeira
Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
Exterior

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 AED 861
AED 905 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
Sentido Galosol
View from property

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 AED 458
AED 503 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Sentido Galosol
Rocamar Lido Resort
Room

Rocamar Lido Resort

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (321)
"Beautiful property located right on the ocean. "
The price is AED 335
AED 362 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Rocamar Lido Resort
Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden
Outdoor pool

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 AED 440
AED 472 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden
Vila Galé Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool

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 AED 427
AED 456 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Vila Galé Santa Cruz
Sentido Galomar - Adults Only
View from property

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 AED 512
AED 563 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
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 AED 239
AED 395 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
In Mountain
The Views Oasis - Family Friendly
Exterior

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 AED 614
AED 650 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 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 AED 393
AED 438 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
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Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Cruz like for travelers who love the beach?
Known for its beaches and restaurants, Santa Cruz offers a lot for the traveler booking a beach vacation.
What's the best hotel 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 are there 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 vacation in Santa Cruz?
You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of the seasons in Santa Cruz: 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 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 like 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 Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC), the closest major airport which is located 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from the city center. If you’d like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.