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Beach Resorts in Porto da Cruz
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The Vine
8/10 Good
"Lovely hotel in a great location. Staff were helpful when we were planning excursions. Shower was lovely and powerful. The room despite all of the windows was very lowly lit so doing my hair and make up was a challenge and I had to do it standing at the bathroom sink which for someone with a back issue was a challenge The wardrobe was huge but lacked shelves and hangers. The bathroom lacked hanging space eg for towels - hooks next to the shower would be helpful. Breakfast was plentiful with lots of choices. Coffee was not great from the machine so we ordered separately as I’m vegan and the cappuccino was effectively a white coffee. Breakfast staff were all very friendly and helpful Rooftop was lovely but service was super slow and standing at the bar I was often ignored despite there being less than a handful of people there."
Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
10/10 Excellent
"The staff really make this resort feel like a vacation, from the bar, front desk and the restaurant everyone was incredible. Cannot recommend this place enough, it’s made me want to look into staying at another Riu resort."
Saccharum Resort
10/10 Excellent
"We lived the rooms, ambiance and garden areas. The cocktail class we took was entertaining but should lean into local drinks instead of 3 basic common drinks that were all shaken."
Aqua Natura Bay
10/10 Excellent
"Je suis resté 3 nuits à la fin de mon voyage à Madère, et c’est mon hôtel coup de cœur. Le décor est magnifique, parfaitement situé, les attentions du staffs sont toujours très agréable. Super déjeuner, et ils nous on même prépare une boîte à lunch déjeuné car notre vol était tôt le matin. Que de bons commentaire."
Sentido Galosol
8/10 Good
"The facility was amazing but we did not get to utilize it much as we toured the island for 3 days. The pizza restaurant was very good, food and staff. Atlantis was good food but staff did not know what a gin martini was and I got a gin and tonic with oranges etc. The staff in the lounge above were not friendly. Our room 4204 was below a penthouse (private suite) that was noisy, kids running around and furniture moving. The bar in the main restaurant closed at 6:00 so we were not able to access after our days trip around Madeira."
Hyatt Ziva Madeira
10/10 Excellent
"Il aurait été intéressant d’être avisés que le gym était fermé pour rénovations car ça faisait partie de nos critères de sélection."
The Editory Garden Carmo Funchal
10/10 Excellent
"The small gym was empty both times I went, which was great for me. I never saw anyone swimming in the gorgeous pool, possibly because it’s not very hot this time of year. Staff at reception very helpful. Located extremely close to restaurants and shops. Only thing I didn’t like was breakfast. They have 2 coffee machines that maybe fancy drinks which were great, but the food selection wasn’t appetizing. It was on par with a normal hotel continental breakfast."
Porto Mare Hotel, by PortoBay
10/10 Excellent
"Fabulous hotel stay. Large room with very comfortable beds, house keeping excellent, breakfast very good with excellent hot and cold food choices. Amazing pool with various sunbathing areas and sufficient loungers. Good snack bar for lunches and drinks by pool. Good indoor pool with sauna and steam room. Walkable into old town, with supermarket, and good bars and restaurants in local vicinity."
Vila Baleira Funchal
10/10 Excellent
"Great location and excellent breakfast. A special shout-out to Gabriela for her outstanding service! The bathtub could use a more thorough cleaning, but overall, we had a very good stay."
Frequently asked questions
What is Porto da Cruz like for travellers who love the beach?
Reserve your ideal place to stay in Porto da Cruz, which has a lot to offer the traveller planning a beach holiday.
What's the best place to stay to stay near the beach in Porto da Cruz?
Hotel Costa Linda is a top beach hotel with free breakfast and free WiFi, and it's located close to Faial Beach . Hotel Vila Bela is another good option to stay near the beach.
When's the best time for a beach holiday in Porto da Cruz?
Plan your trip to the beach with this snapshot of weather throughout the year in Porto da Cruz: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Porto da Cruz is 495 mm.
What is there to see and do around Porto da Cruz?
After arriving and settling in at your hotel, you might want to venture out and explore everything Porto da Cruz has to offer. If you're eager to check out the beaches, head to Palmeiras Beach or Formosa Beach for some relaxation by the water. Discover a variety of local attractions, which include Laurisilva of Madeira and Machico Beach. For additional things to see and do, consider a visit to Pico do Ariero or Pico Ruivo.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Porto da Cruz?
This travel information can help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Porto da Cruz more easily: Make your way to Porto da Cruz with a flight to Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo), the closest major airport which is located 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.