Northern Madeira Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Sao Vicente showing landscape views and a pebble beach
Sao Vicente featuring outdoor eating, street scenes and a small town or village
Sao Vicente featuring landscape views, a church or cathedral and mountains
Sao Vicente featuring street scenes, heritage architecture and a house
Sao Vicente

Where to stay in Northern Madeira

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Santana

Visitors to Santana rave about its fantastic nightlife, breathtaking beach views and beautiful gardens. You might also want to make some time to see Madeira Theme Park or Santana Traditional Houses while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Santana
Santana in Nature Bed & Breakfast

Santana in Nature Bed & Breakfast

3 out of 5
Estrada Regional 1, Sitio do Cortado, Santana, Madeira
Stay at this 3-star spa B&B in Santana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Faial Beach and Igreja Matriz de Santana are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (123 reviews)
Mystical views in Santana...
"The location is great! I stayed in one of the rooms with panoramic view of the mountains and I felt like I was in a movie. There are manby places to go hiking. I used rideshare (BOLT) to get around but it is more convenient for those that have a car. The room was spacious. There was an issue with ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

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Santana in Nature Bed & Breakfast
Mediterrâneo Madeira

Mediterrâneo Madeira

4 out of 5
Sítio do Calhau, 50, São Vicente, Madeira
Stay at this 4-star hotel in São Vicente. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and on-site spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (98 reviews)
"Great location for exploring the island. Walking distance to grocery store and multiple restaurants."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

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Aqua Natura Madeira Hotel

Aqua Natura Madeira Hotel

4 out of 5
Rotunda das Piscinas, No. 3, Porto Moniz
The price is Rp4.620.195 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
Rp4.620.195
Rp4.805.003 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Porto Moniz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (493 reviews)
"The sea view"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

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Studios by Aqua Natura Hotels

Studios by Aqua Natura Hotels

4 out of 5
Rua do Lugar, n.1, Porto Moniz, Madeira
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Porto Moniz. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Porto Moniz Natural Pools ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (43 reviews)
"Very comfortable room and close to lava pools! Very helpful staff."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

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Porto de Abrigo Guest House

Porto de Abrigo Guest House

3 out of 5
Sitio do Calhau, 58A, São Vicente
Stay at this 3-star apartment in São Vicente. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Caves of Sao Vicente and Volcanism Center ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (14 reviews)
"It was clean, beds were comfy. Paula was welcoming and she messaged to ensure we were alright and recommended some activities. The apartment is right next to a bar, if you have trouble sleeping, you might struggle a little. The restaurant next door is very nice, cofee and cakes are delicious. There ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Porto de Abrigo Guest House
The Jolie Apartments

The Jolie Apartments

4 out of 5
Rua do lugar, 32b, Porto Moniz, Madeira
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Porto Moniz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and Netflix. Popular attractions Porto Moniz Natural Pools and Lava Pools ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (9 reviews)
"Cozy and comfortable apartment in a fantastic location. Just steps away from a supermarket, great restaurants, and stunning ocean views. Highly recommended for a relaxing stay!"

Reviewed on 25 May 2025

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Popular places to visit

Porto Moniz Natural Pools which includes rugged coastline and a pool

Porto Moniz Natural Pools

Go for a swim in these unique salt water pools, which are dramatically set amid rugged coastal cliffs and protective volcanic rock.

Porto Moniz Natural Pools
Madeira Island showing rugged coastline

Seixal Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Seixal Beach during your travels in Porto Moniz? Wander the seaside in this relaxing area.

Seixal Beach
Pico Ruivo

Pico Ruivo

Explore the great outdoors at Pico Ruivo, a lovely green space in Faial. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Pico Ruivo
Caves of Sao Vicente and Volcanism Center which includes signage and shopping

Caves of Sao Vicente and Volcanism Center

Explore this intriguing set of caves formed by an ancient volcanic eruption and learn about Madeira’s natural history at the on-site education center.

Caves of Sao Vicente and Volcanism Center

Lava Pools

Enjoy an outing to Lava Pools during your stay in Porto Moniz. Wander the seaside in this relaxing area.

Lava Pools

Fanal Protected Area

Explore the great outdoors at Fanal Protected Area, a lovely green space in Seixal. Wander the seaside in this relaxing area.

Fanal Protected Area

Cities near Northern Madeira

Ponta do Sol featuring general coastal views

Ponta do Sol

Santana

Santana

Photo by Márcio M. Alves

Arco de Sao Jorge

Photo by Brian Scrivner

Serra de Agua