Santa Maria Maior
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Pensão Residencial Mirasol
Clean, quiet, great location, great staff
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025

Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria
Very friendly welcome and was also upgraded to a superior sea view room, which was clean and well-equipped, with a kitchen. Location was perfect at the quiet end of the front and close to the cable car station to Monte. Car parking in the basement was very handy and leaving it there after checkout ...
Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025

Zarco Apartments by Mercado Funchal
It was in a very good location for shopping, public transport and close to the sea. Room was spacious for 2 and had all amenities you need for a self catering trip. We only had a couple of problems with the room; 1. The air conditioning unit kept making a load buzzing noise almost every hour which ...
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025

Zarco Apartments by Mercado Funchal
It was in a very good location for shopping, public transport and close to the sea. Room was spacious for 2 and had all amenities you need for a self catering trip. We only had a couple of problems with the room; 1. The air conditioning unit kept making a load buzzing noise almost every hour which ...
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025

Three House Hotel
Excellent space, staff and amenities. The restaurant is excellent as is the rooftop patio.
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

Sea and Sun 4 You - Choupana Studio
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
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Popular places to visit

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.

Madeira Botanical Garden
One of Madeira’s most famous attractions is known for its scenic views and fascinating display of colorful flowers.

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.

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

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.

Funchal Municipal Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Funchal Municipal Garden, a lovely green space in Sé. Visit the area's shops or amble around its picturesque gardens.
Things to do

From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour

West Tour-Fanal Forest & Porto Moniz Natural Pools

Rabaçal: 25 Fontes & Risco Levada Hiking Transfer

Funchal: RIB Whale Watching Cruise and Optional Dolphin Swim





