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Top hotels and accommodation in Santa Cruz

Hotel Restaurant Falucho Paradise Beach
Exterior

Hotel Restaurant Falucho Paradise Beach

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (17)
"Great pool, great beach.. great place "
The price is NZ$121
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hotel Restaurant Falucho Paradise Beach
Barceló Praia Cape Verde
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Barceló Praia Cape Verde

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (77)
"Best Hotel in Praia by a long shot "
The price is NZ$322
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Barceló Praia Cape Verde
Boutique Hotel Praia Maria
Food court

Boutique Hotel Praia Maria

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (81)
"The Hotel was surprisingly convenient. Smack dead in the center of Plateau. Details to cleanliness were witnessed daily. However, on two separate days of my week stay I had to kill a roach. "
Boutique Hotel Praia Maria
Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (252)
"Quiet with beautiful view."
The price is NZ$302
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel
Hotel Pérola
Terrace/patio

Hotel Pérola

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (169)
"The security was amazing "
Hotel Pérola
Hotel Vip Praia
Beach/ocean view

Hotel Vip Praia

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (264)
"It was a nice stay, mo major complaints, I would stay there again and recommend to others "
Hotel Vip Praia
Txada Hostel
Deluxe Double Room

Txada Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (15)
"Very clean, great friendly host(s)."
The price is NZ$92
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Txada Hostel
Hotel Santa Maria
Interior detail

Hotel Santa Maria

3.5 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (139)
"I’m love thes hotel Santa Maria ♥️♥️🇨🇻🙏"
Hotel Santa Maria
Praia Confort
Balcony

Praia Confort

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (69)
"It was OK, especially for the price. But convenient location on the Plateau, with shops, sights restaurants just walking out the door."
Praia Confort
Hotel Oásis Atlântico Praiamar
3 bars/lounges, poolside bar

Hotel Oásis Atlântico Praiamar

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (157)
"Nice place…well located! "
The price is NZ$276
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hotel Oásis Atlântico Praiamar
Oásis Tarrafal Alfândega Suites
Beach nearby, white sand

Oásis Tarrafal Alfândega Suites

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (31)
"Would stay there again "
The price is NZ$246
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Oásis Tarrafal Alfândega Suites
Atlantic Maio Hotel
Beach nearby, white sand, 2 beach bars

Atlantic Maio Hotel

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13)
"Great location, excellent friendly staff and very helpful."
Atlantic Maio Hotel
Hotel Vulcão
Standard Double or Twin Room | Beach/ocean view

Hotel Vulcão

4.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (48)
"Great stay ocean view room nice n clean "
Hotel Vulcão
Aparthotel Palace
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

Aparthotel Palace

3.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (15)
"The property was quite nice and accommodating. The rooms and bathrooms were all clean and well kept. The view from the windows were astonishing ly breathtaking. "
Aparthotel Palace
Praiano Aparthotel
Beach

Praiano Aparthotel

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (43)
"Perfect stay"
Praiano Aparthotel
Syds Guesthouse I
Beach nearby, beach massages, 6 beach bars

Syds Guesthouse I

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (64)
"Everything's great at this cosy guesthouse! Definitely will come back. "
The price is NZ$103
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Syds Guesthouse I
Hotel Principal
2 bedrooms, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace

Hotel Principal

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (9)
"Small, clean, efficient rooms. Noise was a major issue as rooms have no noise insulation to stop sounds from hallways. We could hear conversations in the hallway crystal clearly and we lost sleep over this until all guests were asleep. Breakfast was nice. They are trying their best. Nice location close to bakery and mini market."
Hotel Principal
Hotel Santiago
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Hotel Santiago

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (65)
"Great hotel, great staff, great location"
Hotel Santiago
Happy Day Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Happy Day Hotel

4.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (7)
"Excellent"
Happy Day Hotel
King Fisher Village
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

King Fisher Village

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (60)
"Great place to stay"
The price is NZ$229
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
King Fisher Village
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Learn more about Santa Cruz

Pristine Pedra Badejo Beach invites you to soak up the sun while Porto Madeira offers a glimpse into local maritime culture. Explore the natural beauty of Poilão Dam or unwind at Mangue Beach where golden sands meet crystal-clear waters.

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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Hotel Santiago

Hotel Santiago

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing "
Junior 7-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Hotel Santiago

More cheap accommodation in Santa Cruz

More cheap accommodation in Santa Cruz

Txada Hostel

Txada Hostel

Rua dos Pescadores 54, Praia
The price is NZ$92 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
NZ$92
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (15 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Santa Cruz?

Based on our traveller data, Hotel Restaurant Falucho Paradise Beach is one of the top choices for your stay. This hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and 20 restaurants. Two other options for your visit to the area are Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel and Barceló Praia Cape Verde. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Santa Cruz.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Santa Cruz has to offer?

Apartment, 3 floor with sea views: This holiday home rental outside of Santa Cruz is located on the beach, and has an outdoor pool, a balcony and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop and a microwave, so that you can cook with friends or family. See all vacation rentals in Santa Cruz.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Santa Cruz.

What's the best place to stay for a beach holiday in Santa Cruz?

Hotel Restaurant Falucho Paradise Beach is a top beachfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools and 20 restaurants, and it's located on Pedra Badejo Beach . Villa Sao Jose is another good choice for your stay near the beach. See more stays near the beach in Santa Cruz.

What are some hotels with pools in Santa Cruz?

Hotel Restaurant Falucho Paradise Beach is a top hotel with 2 outdoor swimming pools, a children's pool and 20 restaurants. View all hotels with pools in Santa Cruz.

What is staying in Santa Cruz like?

Visitors can enjoy all that Santa Cruz has to offer, including the beaches, shopping and museums. In Santa Cruz, there are 11 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Santa Cruz.

What are the top places to visit in Santa Cruz?

Favourite places to visit include Pedra Badejo Beach, Porto Madeira and Pedra Badejo Municipal Mall. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Poilão Dam and Espinho Branco. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Santa Cruz guide.

What's the seasonal weather in Santa Cruz?

The hottest months are usually October and September, with an average temperature of 26°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 22°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 257 mm.

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