Santa Maria Maior
Travel Guide





Visit Santa Maria Maior

Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria
We had the most wonderful experience with a sea view room. The staff were more than accommodating and the breakfast was amazing. We felt so pampered and can’t wait to go back!
Reviewed on 19 March 2026

Mirasol Guesthouse
Good location , very friendly staff, clean room !
Reviewed on 26 March 2026

Arts In Hotel Conde Carvalhal
The room was lovely and spacious with very comfortable beds and quiet surroundings. Like a sanctuary of sorts. Wish we could have stayed longer. Beautiful grounds. Very private.
Reviewed on 13 March 2026

Zarco Apartments by Mercado Funchal
Maybe our fault but when traveling afar things need to be absolutely transparent, clear and easy. We arrived at location (paid to get there) only to be dropped off and find out had to walk 1/2 mile to another building just to get a code to get in building. Get to alternate location only to find out ...
Reviewed on 15 March 2026

Apartment In Heart Of Funchal Old Town
Great little place - no frills, but very functional & close to the old town; was just what I needed!
Reviewed on 21 March 2026

Three House Hotel
The hotel is modern with all amenities, including a state of the art gym and rooftop bar and pool complex. It is well located just off the old town and opposite a large supermarket. Our one bedroom apartment was fully stocked with high quality equipment for self catering. There is a washer dryer ...
Reviewed on 23 March 2026
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
Explore the great outdoors at Madeira Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Santa Maria Maior. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Town Square
Learn about the local history of Sé with a stop at Town Square. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Monte Palace Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Monte Palace Gardens, a lovely green space in Monte. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its lively bars.

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.

Palheiro Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Palheiro Gardens, a lovely green space in Sao Goncalo. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
