Santa Maria Maior Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Santa Maria Maior
Madeira Island which includes a city
Botanical Garden featuring flowers
Photo by Sienna Kim
Photo by Sienna Kim
Photo by M Mullen
Photo by M Mullen

Where to stay in Santa Maria Maior

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Old Town Funchal

If you're spending some time in Old Town Funchal, Funchal-Monte Teleferico and Funchal Farmers Market are top sights worth seeing.

Old Town Funchal
Hotel Porto Santa Maria
Hotel Porto Santa Maria
4 out of 5
Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades, Madeirenses 50, Funchal
The price is ฿6,878 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
฿6,878
฿7,297 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (433 reviews)
"All well but heavy cigarette smoke and smell in the room from chimney neighbors. Looks like many Europeans are all chain smoker's! Staff apologized but the law is not in their favor - nor in favor of nonsmoking guests. At time we had to run the AC at full strength and keep the slider open. Other ..."

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2024

Hotel Porto Santa Maria
Saccharum Resort
Saccharum Resort
5 out of 5
Rua Serra de Água, 1, Calheta
The price is ฿8,261 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
฿8,261
฿8,591 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Calheta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (819 reviews)
"All of pools were quite cold-- I was sold on this property because it said it had a hot tub. The hot tub was located in the spa area and only accessible for an extra $35/day. Other than that, the property is absolutely stunning and one of a kind. Rooms were very comfortable and modern. Excellent ..."

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2024

Saccharum Resort
Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature
Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature
5 out of 5
Avenida do Infante, 25, Funchal
The price is ฿10,265 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
฿10,265
฿10,820 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (454 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, however when we arrived we were just given our keys and shown the lifts - very little information from the clerk, despite the large number of staff on duty. We felt that limited our stay as we were unsure of all facilities."

Reviewed on 16 Nov 2024

Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature
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Dom Pedro Garajau
Dom Pedro Garajau
3 out of 5
Estrada do Garajau, 131, Santa Cruz
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly aparthotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.2/10 Good! (428 reviews)
Great stay
"Does exactly what it says on the tin."

Reviewed on 12 Nov 2024

Dom Pedro Garajau
Terrace Mar
Terrace Mar
3 out of 5
Travessa do Valente 7, Funchal
Stay at this 3-star spa aparthotel in Funchal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and room service. Popular attractions CR7 Museum and Barreiros Stadium are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (87 reviews)
"The breakfast was quite varied and tasty. The rooftop pool has nice views and great for sunning and relaxing . Lots of choices for nearby walkable restaurants. Easy, close access for bus transit to Centro."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2024

Terrace Mar
Florasol Residence Hotel
Florasol Residence Hotel
3 out of 5
Estrada Monumental 306, Funchal
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified aparthotel in Funchal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and on-site spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (174 reviews)
"Room has dirty sheets"

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2024

Florasol Residence Hotel
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Popular places to visit

Funchal Farmers Market

Funchal Farmers Market

4.5/5(201 reviews)

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
Botanical Garden featuring flowers

Madeira Botanical Garden

4.5/5(207 reviews)

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

Madeira Botanical Garden

Funchal-Monte Teleferico

4.5/5(107 reviews)

You can take time to visit Funchal-Monte Teleferico during your travels to Santa Maria Maior. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this relaxing area.

Funchal-Monte Teleferico

Madeira Stadium

2.5/5(5 reviews)

Catch an event at Madeira Stadium during your trip to Santa Maria Maior. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Madeira Stadium

Sao Tiago Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sao Tiago Beach during your trip to Santa Maria Maior? Stroll along this relaxing area's seaside or simply enjoy its cafes.

Sao Tiago Beach

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

Things to do

Botanical Garden Cable Car Ticket

Botanical Garden Cable Car Ticket

฿321
Per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Botanical Garden Cable Car Ticket
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

฿733
Per adult
78% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Madeira Food on Foot Tours

Madeira Food, Wine & Cultural Tour

฿3,007
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Madeira Food, Wine & Cultural Tour
Full Day East of Madeira Tour

Full Day East of Madeira Tour

฿1,283
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day East of Madeira Tour
Pico Areeiro

East Madeira Guided Tour with Balcões Levada Walk

฿1,467
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
East Madeira Guided Tour with Balcões Levada Walk
Santana

East of Madeira Great Guide Great Tour. LET'S DO IT.

฿1,273
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
East of Madeira Great Guide Great Tour. LET'S DO IT.
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Cities near Santa Maria Maior

Madeira

Funchal