Porto da Cruz Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal village with houses, a winding road, and a mountainous backdrop.
A rugged cliff with green vegetation and turquoise waters.
A coastal landscape with green vegetation, daisies, and a rocky outcrop in the sea.
A rocky coastline with a large cliff and a beach.
A rugged coastline with a large cliff and turbulent sea waves.
Hyatt Ziva Madeira

Hyatt Ziva Madeira

5 out of 5
Sitio da Piedade Machico Madeira
The price is NZ$438 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$438
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Machico. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Madeira Whale Museum and Sao Lourenco Point ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (260 reviews)
"great views, great service, great location, friendly staff"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

Hyatt Ziva Madeira
Saccharum Resort

Saccharum Resort

5 out of 5
Rua Serra de Água, 1 Calheta
The price is NZ$679 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$679
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Calheta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice hotel, good location…I booked for 2 adults and 1 child, but there was no bed / towels etc for the child. The first bed they brought was tiny and had a rather sharp spike sticking out, the second attempt at the child’s bed was better, and eventually we were given towels for the child. We weren’t ..."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

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 NZ$924 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
NZ$924
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (752 reviews)
"Savoy Palace, Funchal: 4 stars at best. Smart-looking rooms, five-star price, four-star delivery We spent six nights at the Savoy Palace, and the honest verdict is that this hotel is two different properties stitched together. The rooms present well: modern, contemporary finishes, and a clear step ..."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature
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Garajau Madeira Hotel

Garajau Madeira Hotel

3 out of 5
Estrada do Garajau, 131 Santa Cruz
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (502 reviews)
"Nice place to stay, Clean and spacious!"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

Garajau Madeira Hotel
Pestana Casino Studios

Pestana Casino Studios

4 out of 5
Av. do Infante, nº9 Funchal Madeira
Stay at this aparthotel in Funchal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Funchal Marina and Praca do Municipio are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (74 reviews)
"GOOD LOCATION"

Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026

Pestana Casino Studios
Village Cabo Girao

Village Cabo Girao

4 out of 5
Rua 1º de Julho, nº 2 Camara de Lobos
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Camara de Lobos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (245 reviews)
"Grand appartement deux chambres et deux salle de bain parfait pour un séjour prolongé à 4 adultes. Immense galerie et installations (piscines, jeux, jardins) très invitants. Personnel très convivial. Vue imprenable. Il faut toutefois aimer gravir et redescendre les routes du sommet du cabot girao ..."

Reviewed on 12 July 2026

Village Cabo Girao
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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
From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour

From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour

NZ$87
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour
Madeira East Island Tour with Rum Tasting

Madeira East Island Tour with Rum Tasting

NZ$79
per adult
Madeira East Island Tour with Rum Tasting
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Cities near Porto da Cruz

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

Funchal

A pebbled beach with people sunbathing, a mountain in the background, and a building with a red roof.

Machico

A stone pathway leading to a circular water feature surrounded by greenery and a fence.

São Roque do Faial

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