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Santa Maria - Hostel

1.0 star property
Travelers find a quiet corner in the book-filled library or step out to discover the historic charm of Old Town Funchal just beyond the doorstep.

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Santa Maria - Hostel in Old Town Funchal offers a welcoming base. Enjoy a peaceful retreat in the library after exploring. Practical laundry facilities make longer stays comfortable. Free WiFi keeps everyone connected, and the staff provides helpful area guidance.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Twin Room | Individually decorated, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Suite, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in a 8 Bed Dorm) | Individually decorated, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in a 8 Bed Dorm)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Triple Room | Individually decorated, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Economy Twin Room | Street view

Economy Twin Room

  • City view
  • 183 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Basic Quadruple Room | Individually decorated, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Family Quadruple Room | Individually decorated, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Quadruple Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Large Single Beds
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About the area

Located on the waterfront, Santa Maria - Hostel is in Old Town Funchal neighbourhood and is connected to a shopping centre. Laurisilva of Madeira and Sao Tiago Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Madeira Botanical Garden and Complexo Balnear Barreirinha. Funchal Municipal Garden and CR7 Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game drives and game viewing. Visit our Funchal travel guide
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Map
Rua de Santa Maria 145, Funchal, 9060-291

What's nearby

  • Funchal Farmers Market
    Funchal Farmers Market
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Avenida do Mar
    Avenida do Mar
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Town Square
    Town Square
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Funchal-Monte Teleferico
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Funchal Marina
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo)
    19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Arco Velho
    1 min walk
  • Bar Number 2
    1 min walk
  • Banana's Pub
    2 min walk
  • ComtradiçÔes
    2 min walk
  • Raiz quadrada
    2 min walk

About this property

Santa Maria - Hostel

Hostel near Funchal Farmers Market
Close to Funchal Marina, Santa Maria - Hostel provides amenities, such as a library and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out and smoke-free property
  • ATM/banking services, coworking spaces and multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage, a computer station and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and include amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens, portable fans and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1914
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Paper towels
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Living room
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in fee: EUR 20 for check-in between 6:30 PM and 9:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 25.00 per vehicle (return)
  • Late check-in fee: EUR 20 for check-in between 6:30 PM and 9:00 AM

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Santa Maria Hostel Funchal
Santa Maria Funchal
Santa Maria - Hostel Funchal
Santa Maria - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Santa Maria - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Funchal

Frequently asked questions

Is Santa Maria - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Santa Maria - Hostel?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Santa Maria - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM. Late check-in is available from 6:30 PM to 9:00 AM for a fee of EUR 20.

What time is check-out at Santa Maria - Hostel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does Santa Maria - Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 25.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Santa Maria - Hostel located?

Located in Old Town Funchal, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Funchal-Monte Teleferico and Funchal Farmers Market. Funchal Marina and Madeira Botanical Garden are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

Santa Maria - Hostel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 109 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerneja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely looking hostel with super friendly and helpful staff. Very central and close to all amenities. Their restaurant also serves very tasty and lovely presented food. I am pleased we stayed there and would choose it for our stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay Santa Maria Hostel. The staff was very helpful and nice and our room was newly renovated and very clean. It's an easy walk to many things and we were able to find parking somewhat close for our rental car. The location can be quite noisy at night, but that didn't bother us.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Winter break in Madeira

Ideal location. Handy for airport and all public transport. In the heart of the old town. Plenty of bars and restaurants. Right by the cable car.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

hmad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you soo much for a good service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location in a major tourist centre with historical significance for the city, the hostel is close to most attractions. Rooms that face the street also hear the life of the city all night. My twin room was clean, spacious and light. The kitchen is a good social place though has inadequate facilities for the number of people who may actually want to cook/eat in - fridge space, cooking pans, etc. Showers are excellent. Wooden floors very creaky. Staff are warm, welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guilherme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is, by far, one of the best hostels that I’ve been. Everything is so pretty! The building is vintage (with an interesting background history), and the location is excellent (in the heart of the historic center). The hosts were super friendly and helpful, especially Cristina. The room was very spacious, tidy, and peaceful. The kitchen was great and fully operational. I only experienced a problem with the window (that wasn’t opening) but apart from that, everything was absolutely smooth. 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Central location, bus stations and the sea nearby. There are many restaurants in the area whose sound can be heard in the room. However, the restaurants are food restaurants, so they close around 10pm. The internet worked well. The late check-in was smooth and the staff was friendly. The common areas were clean and functional. Comfortable accommodation. It was a bit annoying that my door was knocked several times before checkout. Like I should hurry, even though Checkout time hadn't come yet.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maarit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay

I had a really nice time in this hostel. The staff is super nice, it's very conveniently located and clean. As a solo female traveller I felt very safe in the city and at this hostel (in a mixed dorm).
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Austin

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Uncomfortable stay

The bathrooms were very dirty. The bedrooms felt overly cramped with no space to move. The bedroom I was in was unreasonably hot and stuffy which made sleeping or trying to spend any time in the room miserable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Over all good, apart from our beds made beds and floor boards made squeaky noises when moving around.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matilda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Central, clean and very comfy!

Immaculately clean! Our room was spotless with very comfy beds and soft linens We didnt use the kitchen but its a good size and looks like it has everything you need. There is laundry access and a little attic mezanine with sofas and a tv if you want somewhere to hang out. Excellent central location right in the center of the action with oodles of bars and restaurants on your doorstep - about 3 mins from the cable car and the main bus area as well and just minutes from the sea and waterfront The staff were warm, friendly and very helpful with lots of local knowledge. It is of course a hostel so theres a little noise from other guests but nothing to dwell on. (Worth noting theres stairs up to the reception and to the first floor so be mindful if you've got bad knees! 😂) We loved our stay here and I plan on booking here again for my mum when she comes to visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Nn
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Staff & service
Meget centralt og nemt at komme rundt til fods. LÊkker bageri fÄ min. vÊk. Plus masser af spisemuligheder.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

esteban

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Idéal pour un court séjour

+ : accueil, localisation en plein centre de Funchal - : manque une lumiÚre d'à point au niveau du lit et des rideaux occultant au niveau des lits pour plus d'intimité
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super endroit mais difficile de trouver un stationnement. Il y a beaucoup de restaurants en bas donc c’est toujours un peu brouillant. Dans l’ensemble c’était parfait pour nos besoins.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne-Laure

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
👍👍👍
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beau séjour

Accueil impeccable, belle chambre , bien situĂ©e . Vieille immeuble ; trĂšs typique . Insonorisation de l’immeuble diminuĂ©e mais l’endroit est recommandĂ©. J’ai adorĂ© mon sĂ©jour .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mattia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bell'ostello. Pulito e confortevole. Posizione centrale e persone gentili.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

PASCALE

TrĂšs bien placĂ© personnel au top IdĂ©al pour tout dĂ©part d’excursions centre ville bus boulangerie au pied de l’auberge . Gare routiĂšre . À deux pas de toutes les manifestations pour le festival des fleurs 🌾. Seul bĂ©mol les nuisances sonores. Quand vous rĂ©servez surtout prĂ©cisez une chambre privĂ©e ou en dortoir mais pas cĂŽtĂ© rue au besoin tel avant de boucler votre rĂ©servation. J’avais une chambre parfaite mais cĂŽtĂ© rue donc peu dormi c’est la seule chose que j’avais oubliĂ© de prĂ©ciser. Car en bas dans toute la rue il n’y a que des restaurants autant vous dire que c’est la fiesta jusqu’à 1h voir plus 
 J’ai pourtant sollicitĂ© une autre chambre 
 mais impossible j’ai du composer durant presque deux semaines ! Il y a une cuisine commune qui permet de cuisiner avec un frigo . Et des sanitaires communs .
Stayed 12 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charmigt

Charmigt hostel mitt pÄ restauranggatan. Rummen Àr annorlunda med en unik touch. Hade rum mot innergÄrden sÄ lugnt fastÀn det var pÄ en vÀldigt livlig gata. Kök dÀr man kan laga mat och lÀmna saker i kylskÄp mm. Otroligt trevlig och hjÀlpsam personal. NÀra till bussar, linbana och shopping. Enda minus att hotellet Àr vÀldigt lyhört och folk tyvÀrr inte visar hÀnsyn utan pratar högt ute i korridoren utanför rummen.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Maytuka-Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Positiv: das Hostel ist in einer guten Lage, nettes Personal, Check-in auch in der Nacht problemlos (nach Absprache) Negativ: sehr hellhörig
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Um bom hostel na Madeira

A localização é muito boa mas dependendo do quarto, o barulho dos restaurantes incomoda bastante. O tamanho do quarto é bom, mas as camas e o chão ringem demais. Banheiro ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Nadia

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super emplacement et Ă©difice avec beaucoup de cachet. La suite est abordable et spacieuse et munie d’un lit long trĂšs confortable. La division est originale, mais laisse peu de place Ă  l’intimitĂ© avec la baignoire dans la chambre. J’y retournerais, en solo.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nettes Hostel in guter Lage

Sehr nette Mitarbeiterin, guter Service. Die Lage war gut aber etwas laut in der Nacht:D Die KĂŒche könnte etwas besser ausgestattet sein. Die Hochbetten sind sehr wackelig.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Un bel endroit de charme!

Nous avons adoré cet endroit! Une auberge charmante avec un bel accueil! TrÚs bien situé dans Funchal! Nous y avons séjourné 8 nuits.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022