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Santa Maria - Hostel

1.0 star property
Adventure hostel connected to a shopping center, within walking distance of Funchal Farmers Market

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Theme park shuttle
  • Cruise ship terminal shuttle
  • Casino shuttle
  • Shopping center shuttle
  • Ferry terminal shuttle
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • ATM/banking services
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Living room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free parking nearby

Room options

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

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

Highlights

Individually decorated
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Living room
Internet in lounge
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Basic Quadruple Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Living room
Internet in lounge
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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

Suite, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
LED TV
Portable fan
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
LED TV
Portable fan
4 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Family Quadruple Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
LED TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Living room
Internet in lounge
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Large Twin Beds

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Economy Twin Room | Street view

Economy Twin Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Portable fan
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Living room
Internet in lounge
  • 17 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Triple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Living room
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Rua de Santa Maria 145, Funchal, 9060-291

What's nearby

  • Funchal Farmers Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Town Square - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Funchal Marina - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • CR7 Museum - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Madeira Botanical Garden - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC) - 19 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Venda Velha - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bar Number 2 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Apartamentos Taberna - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mozart - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bela 5 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Santa Maria - Hostel

When you stay at Santa Maria - Hostel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Funchal Farmers Market and CR7 Museum. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and mountain biking. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 11 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Express check-out available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

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

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Up to 2 children (2 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free offsite parking nearby

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
  • Cruise terminal shuttle*
  • Ferry terminal shuttle*

Offsite

  • Area shuttle*
  • Shopping center shuttle*
  • Casino shuttle*
  • Theme park shuttle*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Wildlife drive nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

  • Computer station
  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1914
  • ATM/banking
  • Library
  • Television in common areas

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Portable fan
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated
  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Hair dryer (on request)

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access
  • Paper towels

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Cleaning supplies

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 25.00 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Cruise ship terminal shuttle and ferry terminal shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Area shuttle service to the casino, shopping center, and theme park is offered for an extra charge
  • Late check-in between 6:30 PM and 9:00 AM can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 20

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

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

Does Santa Maria - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Santa Maria - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Santa Maria - Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Santa Maria - Hostel?
No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Santa Maria - Hostel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 25.00 per vehicle roundtrip.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Santa Maria - Hostel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Santa Maria - Hostel?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Madeira Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Santa Maria - Hostel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, boat tours, and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes game drives, game viewing, and ecotours.
What's the area around Santa Maria - Hostel like?
Santa Maria - Hostel is located near Sao Tiago Beach in Old Town Funchal, a short 3-minute walk from Funchal Farmers Market and 17 minutes' walk from CR7 Museum.

Santa Maria - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Beau séjour
Accueil impeccable, belle chambre , bien située . Vieille immeuble ; très typique . Insonorisation de l’immeuble diminuée mais l’endroit est recommandé. J’ai adoré mon séjour .
Michael, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Kaitlin, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Thank you soo much for a good service
hmad, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Positiv: das Hostel ist in einer guten Lage, nettes Personal, Check-in auch in der Nacht problemlos (nach Absprache) Negativ: sehr hellhörig
Maytuka-Isabel, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Jerneja, 5-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Over all good, apart from our beds made beds and floor boards made squeaky noises when moving around.
5-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Matilda, 4-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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).
Maarit, 5-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

As solo traveler I stayed in the “Blue dormitory” where the old wooden floor is very noisy and the beds are very weak - you can feel every single movement of the person above or beyond you. It’s a big old house in historic centre of the city.
Daniel, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very good place to start exploring Funchal or to rest & relax after a busy day across the island.
Spela, 2-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Sandro, 7-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic Hostel in Excellent Location
Amazing hostel - exceeded my expectations with the nice building, friendly and helpful staff, fantastic breakfast and daily free cake!
Jonathan, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It is a beautiful property and very well located in the old town. They also have a restaurant serving excelent food. They give a discount of 10% to guests of the hostel. The staff is extremely helpful and friendly.
5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Historic old schoolhouse hostel in heart of town
Very unique historic old school building . Spacious ,very clean , outstanding service and extremely friendly staff great kitchen area You are right in the heart of the busy bar ,restaurant area . Great morning breakfast of all you can eat really beautiful garden
SCOTT, 10-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

Location was great, however it was very difficult to sleep. The noise from the outside restaurant and bars kept us up all night. I did not get one good night sleep while staying here.
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This was one of the most lovely places I have stayed. It is warm, friendly, in the the best part of town, close to the sea and beach front. The Rua Saint Maria comes alive at night, with door to door dinning and fun, and the hostel open straight into it. It’s easily accessable to town centre, busses, the cable car, museums and the botanical gardens. And best of all: cake! Freshly baked everyday, free for all just waiting to be eaten in the kitchen, looking out onto a beautiful courtyard area where you eat your breakfast. This is a lovely hostel, I would encourage anyone visiting this beautiful place to stay here.
Natalie, 8-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great value for money
Staying in a dorm in a hostel obviously wasn't going to be the same as staying in a 5star hotel but the hostel was clean and very friendly and there was a wonderful cake in the kitchen every day. Staying in a dorm is a great way to meet other travellers from all over the world. Only downside is that it can be noisy as it is on a street full of restaurants so worth purchasing earplugs from reception.
Del, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

It was pleasant to stay in Santa Maria.
friendly and helpful staff. great historical building on the vibrant street. noise from outside is the only downside.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hostel....really like a boutique hotel
So much nicer than any pictures or description could show. An old school building lovingly converted into a gorgeous hostel/boutique hotel in the heart of town by people with a phenomenal artistic eye. My private double room was much nicer than many hotel rooms I've stayed in, everything was spotless, wonderful backyard garden/restaurant, fully-stocked kitchen, freely baked free cake everyday, and super friendly staff.
Verified Travelocity guest review

8/10 Very Good

Madeira
The hostel is very well located, the staff unique, friendly, accommodating and very helpful. It is clean and safe. If you want peace and quiet it might not be your place because there are lots of restaurants nearby, including the one in the hostel, and they are all busy until midnight. I had a great time there and YES I will recommend it to as many people as possible
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great hostel close to the city and promenade
I stayed in Santa Maria hostel for 7 nights and my experience is very good. Saff was very helpful and friendly. Great food in the reastaurant below. I would recomend to everyone who is travelling alone or with friends. Fabulous for a hostel.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Look past the 'Hostel' in the name!
A warm greeting and lovely stay. Perfectly located in the old town in the middle of the buzz of a range of restaurants and shopping near by. I stayed in the Embroidery Suite. The room was large and exactly as it was shown in the online pictures.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Bell'ostello. Pulito e confortevole. Posizione centrale e persone gentili.
Mattia, 6-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review