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Our top choices for Santa Cruz LGBT-friendly hotels

A yellow building with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a gravel path.

1. Casa Velha do Palheiro, Relais & Chateaux

Casa Velha do Palheiro, Relais & Chateaux
5.0 star property
Funchal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (108 reviews)
"Staff are very kind"
Canada
Janet Darlene
The price is P24,560
P25,828 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Casa Velha do Palheiro, Relais & Chateaux
A modern pool area with a glass balustrade and a concrete structure.

2. Three House Hotel

Three House Hotel
4.0 star property
Funchal
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (69 reviews)
"The staff was amazing helping us find our way around the area and fabulous restaurants to visit."
United States
Mark
The price is P7,957
P8,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Three House Hotel
A balcony with wicker furniture and a table, overlooking a cityscape at night.

3. Hotel Madeira

Hotel Madeira
3.0 star property
Funchal
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (596 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful and friendly, the rooms were kind of old but still clean and the location is nice"
United States
Taylor
The price is P8,141
P8,752 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Hotel Madeira
A coastal hotel with a pool, beach, and rocky cliffs.

4. Hotel Orca Praia – Adults Only

Hotel Orca Praia – Adults Only
4.0 star property
Funchal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (58 reviews)
"Great Hotel with the best views and black beach! Highly recommend! Friendly stuff and clean rooms"
United States
Jennifer
The price is P10,629
P11,339 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hotel Orca Praia – Adults Only
A rooftop lounge with outdoor seating, a pool, and a view of the ocean.

5. NEXT - Savoy Signature

NEXT - Savoy Signature
4.0 star property
Funchal
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (557 reviews)
"Great stay by the sea"
Canada
dominique
The price is P10,275
P10,971 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
NEXT - Savoy Signature
An aerial view of a resort with a large swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, a parking area, and a view of the ocean.

6. Melia Madeira Mare

Melia Madeira Mare
5.0 star property
Funchal
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (620 reviews)
"The staff were amazing - on the reception especially."
United Kingdom
Sally Nichola
The price is P10,823
P11,541 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Melia Madeira Mare
A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, and buildings in the background.

7. Pestana Fisherman Village

Pestana Fisherman Village
4.0 star property
Camara de Lobos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (61 reviews)
"The pastana fisherman's village hotel is a very beautiful boutique hotel set in a very relaxed and picturesque surroundings of camera do lobos. Would not hesitate to book this hotel again"
United Kingdom
phil
The price is P8,460
P9,084 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Pestana Fisherman Village
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and a mountain backdrop.

8. Quinta Jardins do Lago

Quinta Jardins do Lago
5.0 star property
Sao Pedro
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (218 reviews)
"I love this place! Third time we have been and will come back again."
Denmark
Frederik Christian
The price is P20,688
P21,800 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Quinta Jardins do Lago
A rooftop terrace with yellow chairs and tables, a circular seating area, and a view of the ocean.

9. Allegro Madeira - Adults Only - Member of Barceló Hotel Group

Allegro Madeira - Adults Only - Member of Barceló Hotel Group
4.0 star property
Funchal
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (554 reviews)
"Hotel location and restaurants around hotel good. It’s Walking distance to the to the old town"
United States
Jovita
The price is P10,961
P11,684 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Allegro Madeira - Adults Only - Member of Barceló Hotel Group
A clear blue pool with a person in the water, a hat on the edge, and a view of the ocean.

10. Vidamar Resort Madeira

Vidamar Resort Madeira
5.0 star property
Funchal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (649 reviews)
"Wicked resort"
Canada
Bernd
The price is P14,317
P15,175 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Vidamar Resort Madeira
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Frequently asked questions

Searching for an LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Santa Cruz?
Book a place where you can be yourself! You'll find LGBTQ-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz on our website. People like Santa Cruz for its beaches and restaurants.
What's the best LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Santa Cruz?
In Mountain is a top LGBTQ-friendly country house, and features a full-service spa and private pools.
What should I do while I'm visiting Santa Cruz?
During your vacation, get out and enjoy all that Santa Cruz has to offer. You and your traveling companions may want to visit Palmeiras Beach, Aquaparque Madeira, and Santo da Serra Market. While you're here, create some great memories of your trip with stops at Reis Magos Beach, Ponta da Oliveira, and Garajau Cable Car.
What is a gay-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz?
LGBTQ-friendly hotels, also known as gay-friendly hotels, welcome all travelers who identify as LGBTQIA+. We have worked with the International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA) to compile a selection of gay-friendly hotels worldwide. In Santa Cruz, hotels affiliated with IGLTA prioritize a diverse environment in which guests are welcomed, respected, and not obliged to declare or hide their sexual orientation.
What can I expect from a gay-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz?
Take a vacation from the ordinary; stay at a gay-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz, and you won't have to hide or your sexuality or your gender identity when you check-in. Some of Expedia's LGBTQ-friendly hotels go the extra mile and offer community-specific packages, exclusive tours, and opportunities for social interaction.