Northern Madeira Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Madeira island nature scenery. beautiful coastal village Seixal in northern part.
View over Curral das freiras known as nun's valley
Porta Moniz
Beautiful natural swimming pool in Porto Moniz in Madeira. Amazing reflections when the sun is shining!
Natural pools from porto moniz

Where to stay in Northern Madeira

Traditional village in Santana

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 Maze while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Santana
Pestana Quinta do Arco Nature & Rose Garden Hotel

Pestana Quinta do Arco Nature & Rose Garden Hotel

4 out of 5
Sítio da Lagoa Santana
The price is £88 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
£88
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly guesthouse in Santana. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Eglise de Jesus-Bom Senhor and Parque ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (104 reviews)
Stayed in a nice cottage set in lush gardens.

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Pestana Quinta do Arco Nature & Rose Garden Hotel
Aqua Natura Madeira Hotel

Aqua Natura Madeira Hotel

4 out of 5
Rotunda das Piscinas, No. 3 Porto Moniz
The price is £169 per night from 21 Mar to 22 Mar
£169
21 Mar - 22 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Porto Moniz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (530 reviews)
Best breakfast of our holiday, really excellent choices, quality and service. Room was lovely and the views are very dramatic being right above the sea. Even the sauna and hot tub have a view, fantastic view! At the time of our visit work took place in our part of the accommodation. I’m always disappointed ...

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Aqua Natura Madeira Hotel
Santana in Nature Bed & Breakfast

Santana in Nature Bed & Breakfast

3 out of 5
Estrada Regional 1 Santana Madeira
The price is £81 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
£81
19 Mar - 20 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa B&B in Santana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Kartódromo do Faial and Faial Beach are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (136 reviews)
Poor

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Santana in Nature Bed & Breakfast
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Sea and Sun 4 You - Horizonte Azul

Sea and Sun 4 You - Horizonte Azul

5 out of 5
R. do Lugar 32 Porto Moniz Madeira
Stay at this luxury apartment in Porto Moniz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a casino. Popular attractions Porto Moniz Natural Pools and Lava Pools are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (16 reviews)
The room was spotless and really big. Good communication with the staff, excellent location for a base camp to travel from.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Sea and Sun 4 You - Horizonte Azul
Porto de Abrigo Guest House

Porto de Abrigo Guest House

3 out of 5
Sitio do Calhau, 58A São Vicente
Stay at this apartment in São Vicente. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Caves of Sao Vicente and Volcanism Center and ...
Porto de Abrigo Guest House
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 aparthotel in Porto Moniz. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Porto Moniz Natural Pools and Lava Pools are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (57 reviews)
Staff were very friendly, room was well equipped and spotless. All the amenities you need

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

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Popular places to visit

Porto Moniz Natural Pools which includes rugged coastline and a pool

Porto Moniz Natural Pools

4.5/5(124 reviews)

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
This was taken on my way to the highest peak in Madeira, a beautiful little Portuguese isalnd near the African coast. I met the most friendliest people here on this isalnd. Madeira is so small that you do not need 1 month to go and see everything there is and elderly people speak very good English too ! #madeira #outdoor #nature #hiking

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

4.5/5(20 reviews)

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

4.5/5(14 reviews)

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

Lava Pools

Parque Florestal das Queimadas

4.5/5(19 reviews)

Parque Florestal das Queimadas is just one of the places to see in Santana, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Parque Florestal das Queimadas

Madeira Theme Park

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Madeira Theme Park during your visit to Santana. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its lively bars.

Madeira Theme Park

Cities near Northern Madeira

Machico which includes a pebble beach

Machico

Ponta do Sol featuring general coastal views

Ponta do Sol

Camara de Lobos showing a city

Camara de Lobos

Panoramic View of Calheta from High Viewpoint, Madeira, Portugal, Europe

Calheta

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