Santa Maria Maior Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A botanical garden with colorful flower beds, a palm tree, and a cityscape in the background.
A landscaped garden with geometric flower beds, a coastal town in the background, and a clear blue sky.
A landscaped garden with a geometric flower bed design, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A coastal view with a building and purple flowers in the foreground.
A person arranging flowers in a room with a television displaying the word "Tim."
Arts In Hotel Conde Carvalhal

Arts In Hotel Conde Carvalhal

4 out of 5
Rua Conde Carvalhal, 53 Funchal
The price is NZ$297 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
NZ$297
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (330 reviews)
"This property was so awsome.very clean. Beautiful garden where we had breakfast outside. Also great quality of food. Very quite and relaxing! We loved our stay and really recommend it."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026

Arts In Hotel Conde Carvalhal
PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only

PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only

4 out of 5
Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades Funchal
The price is NZ$634 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
NZ$634
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their reviews. ...
PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only
Mirasol Guesthouse

Mirasol Guesthouse

3 out of 5
Rua Bela De São Tiago 67 Funchal
Stay at this hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Praca do Municipio and Funchal ...
8.2/10 Very good! (133 reviews)
"Charming guesthouse, staff were friendly and helpful. In a great location within a couple minutes of the waterfront and restaurants. It’s an older building so don’t expect anything fancy but the room was comfortable and clean."

Reviewed on 31 July 2026

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Three House Hotel

Three House Hotel

4 out of 5
Rua Brigadeiro Oudinot 2 Funchal Madeira
Stay at this aparthotel in Funchal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Praca do Municipio and Funchal Marina are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (65 reviews)
"Although the decor is a little “quirky” we found the Three House Hotel excellent. The staff couldn’t have been more helpful, the location is super convenient, car park extra useful when hiring a car, near the cable car, next to the old town. The list goes on and one. The apartment itself is spacious ..."

Reviewed on 17 July 2026

Three House Hotel
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 luxury apartment in Funchal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a casino. Popular attractions Praca do Municipio and Funchal Marina are located ...
Sea and Sun 4 You - Choupana Studio
Zarco Apartments by Mercado Funchal

Zarco Apartments by Mercado Funchal

4 out of 5
Praça de Tenerife Funchal Madeira
Stay at this apartment in Funchal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Praca do Municipio and Funchal Marina are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (33 reviews)
"The bathroom had a smell and the couch was dirty."

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

Zarco Apartments by Mercado Funchal
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Stay near popular Santa Maria Maior attractions

A fruit market with various fruits like mangoes, bananas, and oranges displayed in baskets.
Photo by Sylwia Olejnik-Antkowiak
Open Photo by Sylwia Olejnik-Antkowiak

Funchal Farmers Market

8.6/10 (1,393 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.
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Activities

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

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

NZ$51
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

NZ$34
per child
92% of travellers recommend
Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Picture 26 for Activity Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal Jeep Tour

Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4WD Tour

NZ$136
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4WD Tour
From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching

From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching

NZ$69
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching
Madeira Walks - Rabaçal and the 25 Fountains

Madeira Walks - Rabaçal and the 25 Fountains

NZ$95
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Madeira Walks - Rabaçal and the 25 Fountains
Picture 2 for Activity Caldeirão Verde: Queimadas PR9 Transfer Hike

Caldeirão Verde: Levada Caldeirao Verde Hiking Transfer

NZ$79
per adult
Caldeirão Verde: Levada Caldeirao Verde Hiking Transfer
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Cities near Santa Maria Maior

A densely packed urban area with a mix of colorful buildings, including a prominent white church with a bell tower.

Funchal