Santa Maria Maior

Travel Guide

Santa Maria Maior
Madeira Island featuring a city
Botanical Garden which includes 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

While visiting Old Town Funchal, you might make a stop by sights like Funchal-Monte Teleferico and Funchal Farmers Market.

Old Town Funchal
Pensão Residencial Mirasol

Pensão Residencial Mirasol

3 out of 5
Rua Bela De São Tiago 67, Funchal
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions CR7 Museum and Fort of ...
8/10 Very Good! (79 reviews)
"This is an awesome place, friendly service, minutes from downtown."

Reviewed on May 31, 2025

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Pensão Residencial Mirasol
Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria

Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria

4 out of 5
Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades, Madeirenses 50, Funchal
The price is P23,427 per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
P23,427
per night
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (461 reviews)
"The hotel is right on the water. Its beautiful and clean. The pool and lounge area is clean and set up very well. Breakfast was wonderful. Everyone on staff was helpful and friendly. Excellent hotel!!"

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria
Arts In Hotel Conde Carvalhal

Arts In Hotel Conde Carvalhal

4 out of 5
Rua Conde Carvalhal, 53, Funchal
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (265 reviews)
"Great location, easy walking to core Funchal."

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025

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Zarco Apartments by Mercado Funchal

Zarco Apartments by Mercado Funchal

4 out of 5
Praça de Tenerife, Funchal, Madeira
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Funchal. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions CR7 Museum and Embroidery Museum are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (14 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 Jul 17, 2025

Zarco Apartments by Mercado Funchal
Sea and Sun 4 You - Choupana Studio

Sea and Sun 4 You - Choupana Studio

5 out of 5
R. do Clube da Choupana 30A, Funchal, Madeira
Stay at this 5-star luxury apartment in Funchal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a casino. Popular attractions CR7 Museum and Madeira Botanical Garden are ...
"It was a nice appartement. Only the kitchen was not completely equiped. Maybe also good to mention there is jo balcony with the appartment. For me that was complete clear."

Reviewed on Dec 29, 2023

Sea and Sun 4 You - Choupana Studio
Apartamentos Taberna

Apartamentos Taberna

3 out of 5
Rua de Santa Maria 123, Funchal, Madeira
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly apartment in Funchal. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions CR7 ...
8/10 Very Good! (31 reviews)
"The place is clean and walkable."

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2025

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Popular places to visit

CR7 Museum

CR7 Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at CR7 Museum in Sé. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this romantic area.

CR7 Museum
Botanical Garden which includes 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 do some window-shopping at Funchal Farmers Market. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Funchal Farmers Market
Town Square which includes street scenes and a small town or village

Town Square

Defined by its striking black-and-white tiling, Funchal’s main square is surrounded by some of the city’s most interesting historic attractions.

Town Square
Centro Comercial Forum Madeira

Centro Comercial Forum Madeira

You can enjoy retail therapy at Centro Comercial Forum Madeira during your trip to São Martinho. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Centro Comercial Forum Madeira
Monte Palace Gardens featuring a garden

Monte Palace Gardens

More than just a striking floral display, this beautiful garden is also home to an impressive collection of art.

Monte Palace Gardens

Things to do

Funchal: Enchanted Terraces, Porto do Moniz & Fanal 4WD Tour

Funchal: Enchanted Terraces, Porto do Moniz & Fanal 4WD Tour

P4,283
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Funchal: Enchanted Terraces, Porto do Moniz & Fanal 4WD Tour
Porto Moniz , Natural Rock Pools

Highly Recommended 100 % West Tour Madeira

P2,203
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Highly Recommended 100 % West Tour Madeira
Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Sunset Sailing Tour

Funchal: Sunset Sailing Tour

P3,671
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Funchal: Sunset Sailing Tour
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras

P1,669
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Sunrise Transfer To Pico Do Arieiro, Hike To Pico Ruivo & Return From Teixeira

Sunrise Transfer To Pico Do Arieiro, Hike To Pico Ruivo & Return From Teixeira

P2,403
per adult
Sunrise Transfer To Pico Do Arieiro, Hike To Pico Ruivo & Return From Teixeira
Picture 1 for Activity Madeira: Half-Day Pico Arieiro Jeep Tour

Madeira: Half-Day Pico Arieiro Jeep Tour

P2,670
per adult
Madeira: Half-Day Pico Arieiro Jeep Tour
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