Title: Santa Maria Travel Guide: Best of Santa Maria, Odemira Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Santa Maria](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Maria-Hotels.d553248635975872021.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Santa Maria](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Maria-Holiday-Rentals.d553248635975872021.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Santa Maria Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Santa-Maria.d553248635975872021.Car-Hire-Guide)[Santa Maria Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Maria.d553248635975872021.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Santa Maria Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Rota vicentina is a network of 400 km of fully marked trails in Sw coast of Portugal. 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Check it out at rotavicentina.com #rotavicentina #hiking #trekking #walking #portugal #alentejo #algarve ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975872021/8f3b3608-77f4-4154-9306-3c59b3c35ef9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Strolling along the Mira.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/791250705706881024/9db8af85-8011-4e6d-93bc-ab26091ce2f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Santa Maria Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_553248635975872021) - Top hotels in Santa Maria - Top Holiday Rentals in Santa Maria ![Monchique Resort & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3540000/3538500/3538455/0fa18ffd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Monchique Resort & Spa Lugar Do Montinho Monchique £111 10 Mar - 11 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury resort in Monchique. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F03%2F2026&endDate=11%2F03%2F2026&selected=3538455&PinnedHotelID=3538455&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975872021) ![HS Milfontes Beach Hotel - Duna Parque Resorts & Hotels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8030000/8026000/8025915/f9210153_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### HS Milfontes Beach Hotel - Duna Parque Resorts & Hotels Avenida Marginal Odemira £54 27 Feb - 28 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Odemira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions São Clemente Fort and Beach of Franquia are ... 8/10 Very Good! (207 reviews) Tasty breakfast and dinner buffets. Power outlets a scarcity in rooms. Overall, great location and pleasant experience. Would recommend, particularly to those walking Fisherman’s Trail. Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=28%2F02%2F2026&selected=8025915&PinnedHotelID=8025915&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975872021) ![Herdade Do Touril](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4050000/4047100/4047013/abe8e7ad_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Herdade Do Touril Zambujeira do Mar Odemira £83 22 Mar - 23 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this country house in Odemira. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Zambujeira do Mar Beach and Alteirinhos Beach are ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews) We absolutely loved our stay! The property was fantastic, the staff were lovely, and the breakfast was perfect. Dinner was simply fabulous. We thoroughly enjoyed our meals, and the service was fantastic. Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F03%2F2026&endDate=23%2F03%2F2026&selected=4047013&PinnedHotelID=4047013&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975872021) [See all 580 properties in Santa Maria](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=28%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635975872021) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Monte das Alpenduradas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90010000/90007300/90007209/5f080aac_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Monte das Alpenduradas Monte Das Alpenduradas Odemira Beja Stay at this cottage in Odemira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Zambujeira do Mar Beach and Alteirinhos Beach are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews) Beautiful surroundings, but the rooms don’t match the price or the photos Monte de Alpadueras sits in a truly stunning natural setting — surrounded by fruit trees, wide-open skies, and the gentle sounds of sheep, cows, and birds in the distance. The outdoor scenery is peaceful and restorative, and ... Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Odemira-Hotels-Monte-Das-Alpenduradas.h90007209.Hotel-Information) ![Hotel Apartamento Porto Côvo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96510000/96502600/96502571/eff728a8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Apartamento Porto Côvo Rua Vitalina da Silva 1 Sines Setúbal Stay at this aparthotel in Sines. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Porto Covo Beach and Ilha do Pessegueiro Beach ... 9/10 Wonderful! (7 reviews) Very enjoyable and clean Reviewed on 13 Oct 2024 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sines-Hotels-Hotel-Apartamento-Porto-Covo.h96502571.Hotel-Information) ![In Portugal, in the Algarve, Pretty Villa in Monchique, With Private Pool, ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33660000/33653200/33653183/a99c99fc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### In Portugal, in the Algarve, Pretty Villa in Monchique, With Private Pool, MONCHIQUE ALGARVE Stay at this family-friendly villa in Monchique. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a water park. Popular attractions Nossa Senhora do Desterro Convent and ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (103 reviews) Perfect location, so peaceful and private but only five minutes drive to the supermarket! Beautiful, well equipped villa and an amazing pool and seating area.Cannot speak highly enough of this villa! Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Monchique-Hotels-In-Portugal.h33653183.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Santa Maria](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635975872021&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Santa Maria hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975872021&startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27)[26 Feb - 27 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975872021&startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975872021&startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28)[27 Feb - 28 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975872021&startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975872021&startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026)[27 Feb - 1 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975872021&startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975872021&startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026)[6 Mar - 8 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975872021&startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Geology rocks! 🤘](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6124952/d12293b7-2b3e-4fb7-96eb-532d76da4126.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cabo Sardao Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cabo Sardao during your travels in Cavaleiro. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cabo-Sardao-Odemira.d553248635976195287.Attraction) #### Praia do Carreiro das Fazendas If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Praia do Carreiro das Fazendas might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Vila Nova de Milfontes. While you're in the area, wander around the parks. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Vila-Nova-De-Milfontes-Beach-Odemira.d6118592.Attraction) #### Barragem de Santa Clara You can learn about the history of Santa Clara-a-Velha with a trip to Barragem de Santa Clara. Wander the lakeside and parks while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Barragem-De-Santa-Clara-Santa-Clara-a-Velha.d6118598.Attraction) #### Church of Sao Luis Church of Sao Luis is just one of the places to see in São Luís, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Church-Of-Sao-Luis-Odemira.d6319243.Attraction) #### Beach of Franquia If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Beach of Franquia might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Vila Nova de Milfontes. While you're in the area, wander around the parks. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Beach-Of-Franquia-Odemira.d6319249.Attraction) #### São Clemente Fort São Clemente Fort is just one of the places to see in Vila Nova de Milfontes, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beaches and riverfront in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sao-Clemente-Fort-Odemira.d867139631586865152.Attraction) ### Things to do ![ Monchique: A mountain range that challenges the senses](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3885845/2ee39c40-67b8-40b9-9c4b-31ad19c2c894.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monchique: A mountain range that challenges the senses £77 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/monchique-a-mountain-range-that-challenges-the-senses.a3885845.activity-details) ![Wines from Villa Alvor](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3388940/02d3026b-eee0-4f5f-b311-162f24a4e917.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wine Tasting & Tapas 4x4 Tours £68 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wine-tasting-tapas-4x4-tours.a3388940.activity-details) ![Jeep Safari #1 in Algarve ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1076538/3b35172b-348e-4452-bf34-ade782ced83c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Jeep Safari #1 in Algarve £62 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/jeep-safari-1-in-algarve.a1076538.activity-details) [See all activities in Santa Maria](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Maria.d553248635975872021.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Santa Maria ![Cabo Sardão](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6124952/08229531-61d8-4515-8860-f9c5b5f257d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sao Teotonio ![Cabo Sardão](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6124952/08229531-61d8-4515-8860-f9c5b5f257d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Odemira - Cities near Santa Maria - Places of interest [Sao Teotonio](https://expedia.co.uk/Sao-Teotonio.dx6124952)[Odemira](https://expedia.co.uk/Odemira.dx6140725)[Boavista dos Pinheiros](https://expedia.co.uk/Boavista-Dos-Pinheiros.dx3000021661) - [Foia Mountain ](https://expedia.co.uk/Foia-Mountain-Monchique.d6118654.Attraction) - [Monchique Thermal Springs ](https://expedia.co.uk/Monchique-Thermal-Springs-Monchique.d553248621557918349.Attraction) - [Alferce ](https://expedia.co.uk/Alferce-Monchique.d553248621532485389.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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