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Check availability on Santa Cruz Family friendly Hotels

Tonight
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Tomorrow
16 Sept - 17 Sept
This weekend
18 Sept - 20 Sept
Next weekend
25 Sept - 27 Sept

Our top choices for Santa Cruz family-friendly hotels

1. Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel
Santa Cruz
  • Family adventure haven with indoor and outdoor pools, kids' club, and oceanside relaxation for all ages.
RM856
RM909 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

2. Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus

Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
Santa Cruz
  • Family-friendly fun steps from the beach with pool, gardens, and dedicated kids' activities for memorable island adventures.
RM448
RM485 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus

3. Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
Santa Cruz
  • Waterfront wonderland creates unforgettable family memories with game room, multiple pools, and beachfront dining.
RM1,473
RM1,551 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

4. Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
Santa Cruz
RM1,455
RM1,532 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

5. Valle Paraizo

Valle Paraizo
Santa Cruz
  • Family-friendly cottage with playground, kitchenette, and garden makes for perfect getaway just minutes from CR7 Museum.
Valle Paraizo

6. Quinta de Santo António da Serra

Quinta de Santo António da Serra
Santa Cruz
  • Family playground and golf course steps from Santa Cruz cottage—escape to a holiday filled with activities for kids and adults.
RM652
RM697 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Quinta de Santo António da Serra
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz

Breakfast included
Pool
All-inclusive
4 stars
5 stars

Family-friendly hotels with pools in Santa Cruz

Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus

Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
Santa Cruz
RM448
RM485 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel
Santa Cruz
RM856
RM909 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
Santa Cruz
RM1,473
RM1,551 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
Santa Cruz
RM1,455
RM1,532 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

Quinta de Santo António da Serra

Quinta de Santo António da Serra
Santa Cruz
RM652
RM697 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Quinta de Santo António da Serra

Penthouse Caniço de Baixo

Penthouse Caniço de Baixo
Santa Cruz
RM774
RM1,765 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Penthouse Caniço de Baixo
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Rocamar Lido Resort

Rocamar Lido Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Free room upgrade to ocean view and friendly staff, Convenient location close to airport and Funchal"
Christopher 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Rocamar Lido Resort
Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus

Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus

10/10 Excellent
"X"
Nathalie 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hotel Solar do Bom Jesus
Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"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."
Sean 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel
Sentido Galosol

Sentido Galosol

10/10 Excellent
"Stayed a week with fellow yogis. Enjoyed the glass yoga room facing the sea, multiple pools and sea swimming. Excellent location, beautiful property, helpful staff."
Daliah 1-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Sentido Galosol
Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club

10/10 Excellent
"The staff is absolutely wonderful—helpful, polite, and attentive without being overly formal or intrusive. It is rare to find such genuinely high-quality service. The ocean-water swimming pool is simply stunning, probably the most beautiful one I have ever seen. We had a truly lovely stay."
marie-automne 3-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
PortoBay Serra Golf

PortoBay Serra Golf

10/10 Excellent
"The area is very quiet and clean."
Raven 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
PortoBay Serra Golf
The Views Oasis - Family Friendly

The Views Oasis - Family Friendly

10/10 Excellent
"The breakfast buffet was amazing! The pool was great. It will be better if they have more umbrellas for the beach chairs. The room is spacious. Perfect for family of 4."
Tien 6-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
The Views Oasis - Family Friendly
Garajau Madeira Hotel

Garajau Madeira Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Nice place to stay, Clean and spacious!"
Lalit 3-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Garajau Madeira Hotel
Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden

Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden

8/10 Good
"Super lovely people in beautiful surroundings"
Zoe 1-night trip
Posted 4 months ago
Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden

Frequently asked questions

What's Santa Cruz like for family-friendly holidays?
The relaxing destination of Santa Cruz is a good choice if you've been thinking about a trip with your children. The beaches, sporting events and restaurants are just some of the things that make this an attractive spot for a family holiday. Take to the air and fly into Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo), which is located 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from the city centre.
What's the best family accommodation in Santa Cruz?
Sentido Galosol is a hotel with 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options for your child-friendly holiday include The Views Oasis - Family Friendly and Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club.
How many family hotels can I expect to find in Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 8 family-friendly hotels and other accommodation options in Santa Cruz.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Santa Cruz?
The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 17°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 506 mm.
What's there to see and do with your family in Santa Cruz?
Santo da Serra Market, Laurisilva of Madeira and Madeira Stadium are interesting attractions that you and your family will enjoy exploring while you are staying in Santa Cruz. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Funchal Farmers Market and Funchal Marina.