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Top hotels in Santa Maria Maior

Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria

Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria

4 out of 5
Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades, Madeirenses 50, Funchal
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM1,822 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
RM1,822
RM1,915 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (451 reviews)
"Location, staff and clean"

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria
Arts In Hotel Conde Carvalhal

Arts In Hotel Conde Carvalhal

4 out of 5
Rua Conde Carvalhal, 53, Funchal
9.2/10 Wonderful! (250 reviews)
Beautiful Property!
"This hotel is beautiful! The property is well taken care of and has beautiful plants/flowers! The view of the city from the hotel is breathtaking. The staff is very nice and helpful. The only difficulty we had was figuring out how to initially get into the property since it is locked/gated."

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025

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Arts In Hotel Conde Carvalhal
Zarco Apartments by Mercado Funchal

Zarco Apartments by Mercado Funchal

4 out of 5
Praça de Tenerife, Funchal, Madeira
The price is RM603 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
RM603
RM647 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
"Stayed in a room that hosted me and two friends. The location to check-in was close to the apartment and walkable. There are a lot of cute shops and restaurants that are walkable from this location. Communication through WhatsApp was very smooth with the host. There is an elevator so you don’t have ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Zarco Apartments by Mercado Funchal
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Popular places to visit

Botanical Garden featuring flowers

Madeira Botanical Garden

One of Madeira’s most famous attractions is known for its scenic views and fascinating display of colorful flowers.

Madeira Botanical Garden
Funchal Farmers Market

Funchal Farmers Market

During your trip to Santa Maria Maior, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Funchal Farmers Market. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Funchal Farmers Market

Fort of Sao Tiago

After visiting Fort of Sao Tiago, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Maria Maior.

Fort of Sao Tiago

What to do in Santa Maria Maior

Porto Moniz , Natural Rock Pools

Highly Recommended 100 % West Tour Madeira

RM164
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Highly Recommended 100 % West Tour Madeira
Full Day East of Madeira Tour

Full Day East of Madeira Tour

RM173
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Full Day East of Madeira Tour
Madeira: Stairway To Heaven Pico Areeiro to Pico Ruivo Hike

Madeira Stairway to Heaven to Larano Hike Mountain to Sea

RM371
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Madeira Stairway to Heaven to Larano Hike Mountain to Sea
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Frequently asked questions

What are the cheapest months to go to Santa Maria Maior?
You're likely to find lower rates and greater availability in January, April and December. Browse our cheap Santa Maria Maior holiday packages and you could score some excellent off-season deals.
How many days is enough for Santa Maria Maior?
Santa Maria Maior holidays can be as short or long as you like, but to really get a feel for this place, we'd suggest 6 days is about right. In this timeframe, you can visit top sights like Vila Guida Garden Viewpoint and Funchal Farmers Market and track down some hidden gems. Don't skip neighbourhoods such as Sé and Sé either. If you plan wisely, you can even take a day trip from Santa Maria Maior too.
Is it worth booking a holiday package to Santa Maria Maior?
Santa Maria Maior is a good holiday destination with attractions like Funchal Farmers Market among the many things to keep you entertained. Whether you're travelling with the family or getting away with friends, a Santa Maria Maior holiday promises fun for everyone.
How to find the best Santa Maria Maior package deals?
Use Expedia's filters to find some terrific Santa Maria Maior package deals. When you begin your search, simply set your maximum budget and then order the results by "Price: low to high." If you want to save, plan your break for midweek, or search for Santa Maria Maior package deals in the low season. Play around with your travel dates and you may land even better discounts. As a rule of thumb, it's usually best to lock in your holiday package well in advance.
When to book a holiday package to Santa Maria Maior?
If you have your Santa Maria Maior travel dates locked in, book as soon as you can to snap up some unbeatable deals. With Expedia, you can often reserve some flights up to one year in advance. Prefer spontaneous adventures? Our last-minute deals are ideal for setting off on a whim.
How to plan a trip to Santa Maria Maior?

  1. Choose when to get away: Check your diary and get packing. Your preferred season and the available activities will also help you decide when to escape to Santa Maria Maior.
  2. Calculate your budget: Make sure you have enough money to pay for everything from food and transportation to activities and airfares. Your accommodation will probably be the biggest expense during your trip to Santa Maria Maior.
  3. Determine how many days away: Start by listing all the activities and sights you want to experience in Santa Maria Maior. Then, estimate how long you'll need at each, including any travel time.
  4. Bundle your flights and hotel: Epic destination, check. Length of stay, check. All that's left is to choose a Santa Maria Maior holiday package that brings all your bookings together.

* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.