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Where to stay in Santana?

Properties are selected based on real traveller reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Santana on Hotels.com. These Santana hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveller experience. Last updated on 2 October 2026.

1. Hotel Quinta Do Furao

Hotel Quinta Do Furao
Santana
฿7,708
฿8,168 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel Quinta Do Furao

2. Santana in Nature Bed & Breakfast

Santana in Nature Bed & Breakfast
Santana
฿3,407
฿3,695 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Santana in Nature Bed & Breakfast

3. Casa das Proteas

Casa das Proteas
Santana
฿2,881
฿3,148 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Casa das Proteas

4. Casa do Ribeiro Frio

Casa do Ribeiro Frio
Santana
฿2,867
฿3,133 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Casa do Ribeiro Frio

5. Pestana Quinta do Arco Nature & Rose Garden Hotel

Pestana Quinta do Arco Nature & Rose Garden Hotel
Santana
฿4,845
฿5,190 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Pestana Quinta do Arco Nature & Rose Garden Hotel

6. Solar de Boaventura

Solar de Boaventura
São Vicente
฿4,732
฿4,922 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Solar de Boaventura

7. Enotel Santo da Serra

Enotel Santo da Serra
Machico
฿5,910
฿6,297 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Enotel Santo da Serra

8. Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel
Santa Cruz
฿5,970
฿6,360 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

9. Sentido Galosol

Sentido Galosol
Santa Cruz
฿4,914
฿5,262 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Sentido Galosol

10. PortoBay Serra Golf

PortoBay Serra Golf
Santa Cruz
฿5,278
฿5,641 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
PortoBay Serra Golf

11. Madeira Turim Santa Maria Hotel

Madeira Turim Santa Maria Hotel
Funchal
฿5,972
฿6,363 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Madeira Turim Santa Maria Hotel

12. Moon & Sun Funchal

Moon & Sun Funchal
Funchal
฿6,116
฿6,512 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Moon & Sun Funchal

13. Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus

Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
Santa Cruz
฿3,440
฿3,729 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus

14. Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel

Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel
Funchal
฿6,016
฿6,408 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel

15. Baía Madeira Hotel

Baía Madeira Hotel
Machico
฿2,668
฿2,926 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Baía Madeira Hotel

16. Hotel White Waters

Hotel White Waters
Machico
฿4,031
฿4,344 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Hotel White Waters

17. Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
Santa Cruz
฿11,467
฿12,077 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

18. Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
Santa Cruz
฿9,538
฿10,071 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

19. NEXT - Savoy Signature

NEXT - Savoy Signature
Funchal
฿6,553
฿6,966 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
NEXT - Savoy Signature

20. The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay

The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay
Funchal
฿13,069
฿13,743 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay
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Top neighbourhoods in Santana

Santana

Santana's Santana neighbourhood is known for its gardens and restaurants, and entices visitors with attractions, including Maze and Madeira Theme Park.

Top landmarks in Santana

A mountainous landscape with rocky terrain and sparse vegetation.
Photo by Hugo Miguel Guedes

Pico Ruivo

9.2/10 (29 reviews)
Pico Ruivo is 3.1 mi (5 km) from central Faial, why not stop by during your stay? Want to stretch your legs a little more? Head to Pico do Ariero, located nearby.
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A stone pathway leading to a circular water feature surrounded by greenery and a fence.
Photo by Sylwia Olejnik-Antkowiak

Ribeiro Frio Natural Park

10.0/10 (3 reviews)
Ribeiro Frio Natural Park is worth a visit, located 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from central Santana.
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PR11 Vereda dos Balcões

9.4/10 (9 reviews)
PR11 Vereda dos Balcões is in the heart of Ribeiro Frio, so why not stop by during your stay?
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Madeira Theme Park

8.0/10 (17 reviews)
If thrills are what you're after, head to Madeira Theme Park, located 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from central Santana. If you have fun at Madeira Theme Park, you'll love Maze, just a short walk away.
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Parque Florestal das Queimadas

9.0/10 (113 reviews)
Parque Florestal das Queimadas is worth a visit, located 1.8 mi (3 km) from central Santana.
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Pico Das Pedras

8.8/10 (8 reviews)
Pico Das Pedras is worth a pic or two when discovering Santana.
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Faial Beach

8.0/10 (3 reviews)
When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to Faial Beach, located 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from central Santana. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Machico Beach and Palmeiras Beach.
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Santana Traditional Houses

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing, head to Santana Traditional Houses – just one of the monuments in Santana.
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Learn more about Santana

Notable for its gardens, Santana features attractions such as Pico Ruivo and PR11 Vereda dos Balcões. The city has something for everyone including sights like Santana Traditional Houses and Madeira Theme Park within a secluded setting.

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Check out reviews of Santana hotels guests love

Hotel Quinta Do Furao

Hotel Quinta Do Furao
Santana

10/10 Exceptional

United Kingdom
Tim
Hotel Quinta Do Furao

Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira

Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira
Funchal

10/10 Exceptional

United Kingdom
Dazzle
Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira

The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay

The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay
Funchal

10/10 Exceptional

United Kingdom
Karen
The Cliff Bay, by PortoBay

Casa das Proteas

Casa das Proteas
Santana

10/10 Exceptional

United Kingdom
Sidonie
Casa das Proteas

Quinta Jardins do Lago

Quinta Jardins do Lago
Sao Pedro

10/10 Exceptional

United Kingdom
Anonymous traveller
Quinta Jardins do Lago

Santana in Nature Bed & Breakfast

Santana in Nature Bed & Breakfast
Santana

10/10 Exceptional

United Kingdom
Katya
Santana in Nature Bed & Breakfast

Casa do Ribeiro Frio

Casa do Ribeiro Frio
Santana

10/10 Exceptional

United Kingdom
Sophie
Casa do Ribeiro Frio

Pestana Quinta do Arco Nature & Rose Garden Hotel

Pestana Quinta do Arco Nature & Rose Garden Hotel
Santana

10/10 Exceptional

United Kingdom
Daniel
Pestana Quinta do Arco Nature & Rose Garden Hotel

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United Kingdom
Gillian
Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

Sentido Galosol

Sentido Galosol
Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United Kingdom
Anonymous traveller
Sentido Galosol

Three House Hotel

Three House Hotel
Funchal

10/10 Exceptional

United Kingdom
Emma
Three House Hotel

Porto Mare Hotel, by PortoBay

Porto Mare Hotel, by PortoBay
Funchal

10/10 Exceptional

United Kingdom
Laura
Porto Mare Hotel, by PortoBay

Hotel Quintinha São João & Spa

Hotel Quintinha São João & Spa
Sao Pedro

10/10 Exceptional

United Kingdom
David
Hotel Quintinha São João & Spa

The Editory Ocean Way Funchal

The Editory Ocean Way Funchal
Funchal

10/10 Exceptional

United Kingdom
Steven
The Editory Ocean Way Funchal

Castanheiro Boutique Hotel

Castanheiro Boutique Hotel
Sao Pedro

10/10 Exceptional

United Kingdom
Marion
Castanheiro Boutique Hotel

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel
Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United Kingdom
Rumman
Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

The Editory Garden Carmo Funchal

The Editory Garden Carmo Funchal
Funchal

10/10 Exceptional

United Kingdom
Inka-Marie
The Editory Garden Carmo Funchal

Pestana Promenade Ocean Resort Hotel

Pestana Promenade Ocean Resort Hotel
Funchal

10/10 Exceptional

United Kingdom
Elizabeth
Pestana Promenade Ocean Resort Hotel

Enotel Lido – All Inclusive

Enotel Lido – All Inclusive
Funchal

10/10 Exceptional

United Kingdom
David
Enotel Lido – All Inclusive

Find out more about Santana

Discover the Enchanted Charm of Santana: A Floral Haven Amidst Nature's Majesty

Nestled in the heart of Madeira, Santana enchants visitors with its picturesque charm and verdant landscapes. This delightful town is famed for its traditional A-framed houses, vibrant gardens, and inviting natural parks. Wander through flower-filled pathways and breathe in the island’s serene atmosphere, where nature and culture intertwine seamlessly. Santana offers a peaceful retreat with a unique blend of rural charm and historical allure, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a tranquil escape amidst Madeira’s captivating beauty.

Discover great hotels near Santana

Santana offers a range of hotel options from cosy local inns to modern accommodations. Visitors can choose from traditional Madeira-style hotels, charming villas, and boutique stays, all providing a warm, authentic experience of the region. Here are some of the best hotels near Santana that our travelers love:

  1. Jaca - Hostelopens in new window: This budget-friendly establishment boasts a remarkable guest rating and offers a vibrant, trend-aware experience for leisure travellers. Enjoy a diverse range of onsite dining options, including a Restaurant and a BeachBar, while indulging in an array of sports and recreation activities such as Surfing And Or Bodyboarding onsite. The hotel's dynamic ambiance and distinctive architectural design provide a smooth, high-quality journey, appealing to discerning travellers seeking comfort and unique experiences.
  2. Hotel Vila Belaopens in new window: This budget-friendly hotel offers an inviting and stylish setting with a focus on beach holiday experiences. With direct access to the beach and an impressive guest rating, the property creates an exclusive, boutique atmosphere that caters to leisure travellers who appreciate curated experiences. The hotel promises a seamless stay with features that include express check-in and access to high-end dining, ensuring a memorable and luxurious escape.
  3. Hotel Costa Lindaopens in new window: This budget-friendly hotel provides a seamless, high-quality stay with its direct access to the beach and a commendable guest rating. Ideal for leisure travellers, the property combines essential comforts with distinctive features, including a refined architectural design and a curated selection of amenities. The hotel's focus on delivering a smooth, upscale experience ensures a journey that is both memorable and indulgent, perfectly attuned to the needs of trend-aware globetrotters.

Where to stay near Santana

Some of the best areas to stay in the Madeira Region are Machico, Ponta Delgada, and Porto da Cruz. Machico offers stunning beaches and exciting outdoor activities, while Ponta Delgada is known for its tranquil gardens and friendly atmosphere. Porto da Cruz provides a charming small-town vibe with excellent surfing. For first-time visitors, Machico is the ideal choice, blending relaxation with adventure.

  1. Machicoopens in new window: Machico is a charming coastal spot perfect for travellers who appreciate a mix of romance and family-friendly vibes. Guests can enjoy the sandy stretches of Machico Beach and admire the scenic views at Sao Lourenco Point. For a taste of local life, a visit to Palmeiras Beach offers a relaxed seaside atmosphere. With its focus on sports and hiking, Machico invites you to explore its natural beauty, including opportunities to spot dolphins and whales, making it a delightful retreat by the sea.
  2. Ponta Delgadaopens in new window: Ponta Delgada offers a serene escape with a scenic blend of swimming, island charm, and lush gardens. It’s an ideal spot if you’re looking to relax by the sea, with must-see places like Seixal Beach and the fascinating Caves of Sao Vicente and Volcanism Center. A visit to Pico do Ariero provides breathtaking views, making this area a haven for those who enjoy gentle adventures and dining in a friendly, welcoming setting.
  3. Porto da Cruzopens in new window: Porto da Cruz is a quaint locale that captures the essence of island life with its focus on the sea and local flavours. Its small-town atmosphere is perfect for immersing in the local culture, highlighted by must-visit spots for swimming and surfing. Enjoy the fresh taste of seafood, savour local coffee, and explore the rugged mountain backdrop, making this a lovely choice for travellers seeking a blend of coastal charm and relaxed excursions.

Things to do in Santana

Santana offers an enticing blend of natural parks, flowering gardens, and quaint small towns, where travellers can wander along serene beaches, explore rolling hills, and savour scenic lakeside picnics. Enjoy a refreshing break with santana holidays that showcase its diverse natural charm.

  • Pico Ruivoopens in new window – Explore Pico Ruivo, a mountain that offers breathtaking vistas and a chance to witness the natural beauty of the region's highlands. Wander through diverse natural parks and spot native flowers as you climb its slopes.
  • Machico Beachopens in new window – Enjoy a relaxed day at Machico Beach, where you can stroll along the shore, build sandcastles, and appreciate the serene ambiance. The beach is surrounded by gardens and small town charm, providing a refreshing coastal retreat.
  • Sao Lourenco Pointopens in new window – Visit Sao Lourenco Point to see a striking cape that juts out into the ocean. This natural landmark allows you to experience the rugged coastlines and admire the blend of natural parks and island flora.
  • Pico Das Pedrasopens in new window – Discover Pico Das Pedras, a reserve preserve where you can enjoy unspoilt natural parks and colourful flower displays. This spot offers a quiet escape in a small town setting, perfect for a leisurely walk.
  • Madeira Theme Parkopens in new window – Have fun at Madeira Theme Park, a place where engaging attractions meet the charm of natural parks and garden settings. This theme park offers a variety of rides and activities that bring a playful twist to your exploration of the region.

4 tips for savvy savings when booking a hotel in Santana

  1. Book for the cheapest times: Santana is a budget-friendly destination where travellers can enjoy affordable accommodations with lower prices during January, February, and November, when hotel costs might drop. A stay of at least 3 to 4 days is ideal for exploring the key landmarks, history, and culture of the area, including natural parks, wineries, gardens, secluded spots, budget-friendly islands, small towns, blooming flowers, relaxing retreats, and picturesque scenery, all offering great value for money.
  2. Look for last-minute deals on Hotels.com: Santana travellers may discover the best hotel deals on Hotels.com by exploring the Dealsopens in new window section, where you could find discounted hotels near your travel date. For more immediate savings, check the Last-Minute Deals area, where you’re more likely to see flash sales and special promotions. Additionally, the Smart Shopping tool available via the app enables you to compare hotel prices and amenities, ensuring you stay informed about any changes in room availability and price drops.
  3. Be flexible with dates: Prices may vary depending on factors such as the hotel's location, star rating, and season, so being flexible with your dates might help you save on your stay at Santana Hotel. For travellers seeking distinctive experiences, boutique hotels often provide a more personalised touch and may offer better value. When you book with Hotels.com, we will inform you if the price for your chosen dates is above or below the average, and if it appears to be on the higher side, we might suggest alternative dates that could help you find a better deal.
  4. Consider your location: Remaining closer to major attractions or city centres may be more convenient, though it usually tends to be more expensive. For more affordable rates, consider hotels in less central areas or neighbourhoods, balancing cost with ease of access to your intended destinations. You might also explore independent hotels further afield, which are more likely to be affordable while offering a more authentic experience.

Best time to go to Santana

Santana experiences its lowest average temperature in February, at 55.4°F (13.0°C), while August is the hottest month, with an average temperature of 69.1°F (20.6°C). December tends to be the wettest month. The peak travel months to visit Santana are April, July, and August, which see a higher number of tourists. During this peak period, the weather is sunny to mostly sunny, accompanied by no rainfall. In contrast, October to December are ideal if you're looking for a calmer vacation, marked by light rainfall and mostly sunny conditions.

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