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Tonight
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Tomorrow
22 Sept - 23 Sept
This weekend
25 Sept - 27 Sept
Next weekend
2 Oct - 4 Oct

Our top choices for Santa Cruz LGBT-friendly hotels

Outdoor dining
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Interior
Interior

1. Hotel Madeira

Hotel Madeira
Funchal
United States
Taylor
₹13,027
₹13,989 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Hotel Madeira
Aerial view
Restaurant
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Couples treatment room(s), Turkish bath/hammam, body treatments

2. Melia Madeira Mare

Melia Madeira Mare
Funchal
United Kingdom
Sally Nichola
₹19,059
₹20,261 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Melia Madeira Mare
Garden
Golf
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Yoga

3. Casa Velha do Palheiro, Relais & Chateaux

Casa Velha do Palheiro, Relais & Chateaux
Funchal
Canada
Janet Darlene
₹39,370
₹41,385 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Casa Velha do Palheiro, Relais & Chateaux
2 indoor pools, 2 outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge)
Restaurant
5 bars/lounges, 2 poolside bars
View from room

4. Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature

Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature
Funchal
Spain
Joao
₹45,740
₹48,010 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature
Garden
View from property
Beach nearby, black sand, beach towels
Restaurant

5. Hotel Orca Praia – Adults Only

Hotel Orca Praia – Adults Only
Funchal
Ireland
Michael
₹18,619
₹19,804 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Hotel Orca Praia – Adults Only
Exterior
Front of property
Point of interest
Outdoor pool, open 10 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

6. Allegro Madeira - Adults Only - Member of Barceló Hotel Group

Allegro Madeira - Adults Only - Member of Barceló Hotel Group
Funchal
United States
Ionela Carmen
₹17,999
₹19,160 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Allegro Madeira - Adults Only - Member of Barceló Hotel Group
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Aerial view
Interior detail
Exterior

7. Quinta Jardins do Lago

Quinta Jardins do Lago
Sao Pedro
United Kingdom
Kate
₹36,836
₹38,750 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Quinta Jardins do Lago
Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Garden
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
View from property

8. Dorisol Buganvilia Studio Hotel

Dorisol Buganvilia Studio Hotel
Funchal
United Kingdom
Russell
₹10,406
₹11,262 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Dorisol Buganvilia Studio Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Hypo-allergenic bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe
Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchenette | Espresso maker, fridge, oven, stovetop
Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | 55-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV

9. Three House Hotel

Three House Hotel
Funchal
United States
Mark
₹19,386
₹20,602 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Three House Hotel
4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Aerial view
Superior Suite | Free minibar items, in-room safe, blackout curtains
Cocktail bar, ocean views, open daily

10. Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira

Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira
Funchal
United States
Jennifer
₹84,703
₹88,532 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira
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Frequently asked questions

Looking for gay-friendly accommodation in Santa Cruz?
Consider this your open invitation to pack your bags and find gay-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz on our website. People like Santa Cruz for its beaches and restaurants.
What is the top LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Santa Cruz?
In Mountain is a top LGBTQ-friendly country house, and features a full-service spa and private pools.
What are the top places to visit in Santa Cruz?
During your trip, get out and enjoy everything Santa Cruz has to offer. You and your travelling companions may want to visit Palmeiras Beach, Reis Magos Beach and Aquaparque Madeira. While you're here, create some great memories of your trip with stops at Santo da Serra Market, Ponta da Oliveira and Cristo Rei.
What is a gay-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz?
LGBTQ-friendly hotels are places where lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender travellers are proudly welcomed. Expedia has compiled a selection of LGBTQ-friendly hotels worldwide. In Santa Cruz, these hotels prioritise a diverse environment in which guests are welcomed, respected and not obliged to declare or hide their sexual orientation.
What can I expect from a gay-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz?
Take a holiday from the ordinary; stay at a gay-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz, and the staff will help you explore the local gay scene and the LGBTQ+ culture. Some of Expedia's LGBTQ-friendly hotels go the extra mile and offer concierge services that provide information about nearby LGBTQ restaurants and local events.

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