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Ocean Suites

Hotel in Santa Maria

Boasting a terrace, bar and views of city, Ocean Suites is situated in Santa Maria, 100 metres from Praia de Santa Maria.

M
Mana
From
Slovenia
The breakfast was really good and abundant, you have 3 options to choose from. Our suite was very nice and beautiful. Dory is very kind, available for all the questions and solves the problems immediately. Also the stuff at the restaurant is really friendly and always up for the party.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 457 reviews
Price from
US$242.76
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Riu Funana - All Inclusive

Hotel in Santa Maria

Set in Santa Maria, 700 metres from Praia da Ponta Preta, Hotel Riu Funana - All Inclusive offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

M
Monika
From
Poland
very pleasant stay, amazing beach and ocean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 128 reviews
Price from
US$295.86
1 night, 2 adults
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Ouril Hotel Julia

Hotel in Santa Maria

Set within less than 1 km of Funana Casa da Cultura and 5.6 km of Viveiro, Botanical Garden & Zoo di Terra, Ouril Hotel Julia offers rooms in Santa Maria. This 3-star hotel offers free WiFi.

F
Faiza
From
United Kingdom
Decent breakfast, lovely staff, about a four minutes walk from the beach. Located in the main strip of Santa Maria so you can access everything you need. English speaking staff (most times). Very helpful. Definitely value for money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 272 reviews
Price from
US$94.82
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Morabeza

Hotel in Santa Maria

Located in Santa Maria, Hotel Morabeza offers accommodation with 3 outdoor swimming pools. The property has a fitness centre, game room, 3 bars, free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk.

P
PAVEL
From
Czech Republic
It has a relaxed atmosphere, is quiet, and is well organized. It is in a great location near the beach and downtown. There is nothing pretentious, and the facility provides great comfort, 3 pools plus many other activities. We were allowed to stay until 10 p.m. on the departure day for a reasonable fee. Our suite was available 6 hours earlier at check-in. Both favors were very convenient and highly appreciated.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 704 reviews
Price from
US$182.38
1 night, 2 adults
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Sobrado Boutique Hotel

Hotel in Santa Maria

Located in Santa Maria, 600 metres from Praia de Santa Maria, Sobrado Boutique Hotel provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

J
Jenni
From
Finland
Staff was very friendly and helpful and room was really clean and nice, with a comfortable bed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 558 reviews
Price from
US$133.51
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel MiraBela

Hotel in Santa Maria

Hotel MiraBela is a 3-star bed and breakfast located in the centre of Santa Maria and within 100 metres from the beach. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a balcony.

A
Anton
From
Switzerland
Everything, from Staff, to the room, to the breakfast was all perfect. The windows are very soundproof, so it was no issue to stay there also during the noisy weekend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 353 reviews
Price from
US$66.88
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Dunas de Sal

Hotel in Santa Maria

Located 150 meters from Santa Maria beach, Hotel Dunas de Sal is set in a garden with 2 swimming pools. It features a spa and a gym, and Sal International Airport is 18 km away.

L
Lina
From
Germany
the hotel is small but very comfortable. the staff is really nice . I would also recommend getting a massage with Marcelo, it was amazing ! I would also add that both the cocktails and the dinner offered at the restaurant are great.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 243 reviews
Price from
US$142.06
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive

Hotel in Santa Maria

Facing the beachfront, Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive offers 5-star accommodation in Santa Maria and has a garden, terrace and restaurant.

S
Sami Jones
From
United Kingdom
Everything! The hotel was amazing, great food with lots of options, brilliant staff, good entertainment, very clean, good sized rooms.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews
Price from
US$437.02
1 night, 2 adults
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DESIGN SUITES Boutique Hotel - Adults Only

Hotel in Santa Maria

DESIGN SUITES Boutique Hotel - Adults Only features an outdoor swimming pool, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Santa Maria.

V
Vanessa
From
Belgium
Every single person on The staff was absolutely amazing. The rooms are very tidy and clean, the rooftop bar serves great food and the bar tender - Kevin - is the best entertainer possible. Even if you don’t stay in this hotel … the rooftop bar is a must see !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 491 reviews
Price from
US$184.80
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Central Santa Maria

Hotel in Santa Maria

Located in Santa Maria, 400 metres from Praia de Santa Maria, Hotel Central Santa Maria provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

a
aubrey
From
Belgium
A very pleasant environment with very friendly, professional, and helpful staff. Check-in and check-out were professionally handled. My room was spacious and clean, with a very comfortable bed. In my opinion, it’s probably the best place to stay in Santa Maria. I loved the location. All the local points of interest are within walking distance. 
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 299 reviews
Price from
US$91.04
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with airport shuttles in Santa Maria

Hotel Morabeza

Hotel in Santa Maria
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 704 reviews
From US$391.21 per night

Hotel MiraBela

Hotel in Santa Maria
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 353 reviews

Ocean Suites

Hotel in Santa Maria
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 457 reviews
From US$313.57 per night

Hotel Dunas de Sal

Hotel in Santa Maria
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 243 reviews
From US$325.38 per night

Sobrado Boutique Hotel

Hotel in Santa Maria
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 558 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 558 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 589 reviews

Budget hotels in Santa Maria and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews

Offering an outdoor pool, Patio Antigo Residence is located in Santa Maria. Wi-Fi access is available and is free. Rooms here will provide you with a balcony and a seating area.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 219 reviews

Set in Santa Maria, 200 metres from Praia de Santa Maria, Casa Blu Guesthouse - Casa de Hospedes has a terrace, parking on-site and rooms with free WiFi access.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews

500 metres from Praia António Sousa, ANIMOSS! APARTMENTS - 10 modern apartments near city center & beach is situated in Santa Maria and features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews

Featuring a shared lounge, terrace, bar and free WiFi, Atlantic Sal Hostel is set in Santa Maria, 700 metres from Praia de Santa Maria and 400 metres from Nazarene Church.

From US$137.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.2
Passable - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Boasting inner courtyard views, Marl'eaux offers accommodation with a garden and a terrace, around 100 metres from Praia António Sousa.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Santa Maria Central Stay is located in Santa Maria, 500 metres from Praia António Sousa, 600 metres from Nazarene Church, and 700 metres from Parish of Our Lady of Sorrows.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Located in Santa Maria, 500 metres from Praia António Sousa and 600 metres from Nazarene Church, Casa Relaxod provides air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

Apartamento em Santa Maria- Espaçoso&Confortável has a balcony and is located in Santa Maria, within just 600 metres of Nazarene Church and 600 metres of Parish of Our Lady of Sorrows.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 299 reviews

Located in Santa Maria, 400 metres from Praia de Santa Maria, Hotel Central Santa Maria provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 491 reviews

DESIGN SUITES Boutique Hotel - Adults Only features an outdoor swimming pool, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Santa Maria.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 589 reviews

Offering an outdoor pool, a snack bar and a restaurant, Agua Hotels Sal Vila Verde is located in Santa Maria. WiFi access is available.

From US$89.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 433 reviews

Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Murdeira Village Resort is located in Beirona. The accommodation will provide you with a TV and air conditioning.

From US$171.96 per night

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a rooftop pool, sea view and a terrace, Sal Little Heart Sun NEW Apartment 5 is situated in Santa Maria.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a rooftop pool, sea view and a terrace, SMR AP08 is set in Santa Maria. With pool views, this accommodation offers a balcony.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Set in Santa Maria, 200 metres from Parish of Our Lady of Sorrows and 100 metres from Nazarene Church, Central Apartamento Fogo 101 offers air conditioning.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

Located in Santa Maria, 200 metres from Praia de Santa Maria and 100 metres from Parish of Our Lady of Sorrows, Plaza Top floor apartment offers a terrace and air conditioning.

Hotels located in the centre of Santa Maria

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 814 reviews

Situated 300 metres from Parish of Our Lady of Sorrows in Santa Maria, Porto Antigo Hotel BB welcomes guests with a restaurant and bar. Rooms have a TV.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Situated in Santa Maria, Appartamento t0 n 7 situato complesso turistico porto antico 2 offers a balcony with sea and garden views, as well as a year-round outdoor pool, public bath and open-air bath.

Located in Santa Maria, 700 metres from Nazarene Church and 800 metres from Parish of Our Lady of Sorrows, Studio Sol e Sal offers air conditioning.

LYLLY'S Apartment is set in Santa Maria, 500 metres from Nazarene Church, 700 metres from Funana Casa da Cultura, and 600 metres from Parish of Our Lady of Sorrows.

From US$165.03 per night

Sal Blue Apartment features a balcony and is situated in Santa Maria, within just 700 metres of Nazarene Church and 700 metres of Parish of Our Lady of Sorrows.

From US$93.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 246 reviews

Offering quiet street views, Blue Eagle Guesthouse - Casa de hospedes is an accommodation situated in Santa Maria, less than 1 km from Nazarene Church and a 11-minute walk from Parish of Our Lady of...

From US$87.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Situated in Santa Maria, less than 1 km from Nazarene Church and a 13-minute walk from Parish of Our Lady of Sorrows, Tommy's Apartment offers a terrace and air conditioning.

From US$165.03 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.5
Passable - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Bounty WM Apartment has a balcony and is set in Santa Maria, within just 500 metres of Nazarene Church and 600 metres of Funana Casa da Cultura.

FAQs about hotels in Santa Maria

What guests said about Santa Maria:

8.0

We were only there for three nights to get some sun and...

We were only there for three nights to get some sun and snorkelling. If we’d stayed longer I would have gone on a couple of trips but there isn’t lots to do there. I went to relax and enjoy the sun and sea, I could have stayed one more day but not enough there to keep you busy for a week. Some nice restaurants along the strip and the people weren’t too pushy which I loved even the guys selling on the beach.
Guest review by
Suzanne
United Kingdom
8.0

Santa maria= no stress. Lovely place...

Santa maria= no stress. Lovely place... Can be expensive in certain restaurants, but also affordable in othere. Very lovely beaches, bars, restaurants etc. You meet alot of people from all over the world.. Good for solo travellers, you'll meet other solo travellers too. Loved it,i would come back.
Guest review by
Natalie F
10

we stayed near the pier which was idyllic.

we stayed near the pier which was idyllic. Santa Maria is not commercialized no high rise hotels etc. it is very laid back and chilled. there are plenty of bars and restaurants though but this is not a party place if that's what you are wanting its for relaxing. the locals are so nice and just want to please you. Bear in mind if you stay in one of the big hotels they are not near the beach i would opt of an apartment as most of these are on the sea front
Guest review by
Sally
United Kingdom
10

Fantastic Stay at Hotel Riu Cabo Verde – Relaxing, Welcoming...

Fantastic Stay at Hotel Riu Cabo Verde – Relaxing, Welcoming, and Memorable! 🌴 I recently spent a week at Hotel Riu Cabo Verde and had a wonderful experience from start to finish. The location is stunning – right on a beautiful, sandy beach with clear blue waters. Perfect for long walks, swimming, or simply relaxing with a cocktail in hand. The hotel itself is clean, well-maintained, and designed for comfort. My room was spacious, with a lovely balcony and a well-stocked minibar. Housekeeping did a great job keeping everything tidy and fresh. What really stood out was the staff – everyone from reception to the restaurant team was warm, friendly, and helpful. They went out of their way to make sure guests were comfortable and having a good time. The food options were impressive, especially for an all-inclusive resort. The buffet had a great variety with fresh, flavorful dishes, and the à la carte restaurants were a nice change of pace. I particularly enjoyed the Italian and the steakhouse. During the day, there were plenty of activities (shoutout to the fun and energetic entertainment team!), but if you just want to unwind, the two pools and beach loungers offer plenty of space to relax. If I had to note anything, I’d say the buffet can get a bit repetitive after several days, and outdoor seating in the evenings could be a bit more sheltered from the wind. But those are small things in an otherwise excellent stay. Overall, I highly recommend Hotel Riu Cabo Verde for anyone looking for a relaxing, sun-filled getaway with great service and a welcoming vibe. I’d definitely return!
Guest review by
Anonymous
United Kingdom
10

The first thing to say about Santa Maria is that local...

The first thing to say about Santa Maria is that local people are very friendly and welcoming. Trips are available for motorised vehicles, sea trips and cultural site seeing. During the day Santa Maria is very good for watersports and of course relaxing at the beach. There is always wind which helps with the water sport and doesn't cause sunworshippers any real inconvenience. There is a long stretch of beach which is worth walking, it has numerous beach bars which can be relaxing or lively dependant on where they are along the beach. The evenings are relaxed and mainly consist of dining, dinking, dancing and listening to music. There are numerous bars and restaurants to choose from, both on the main street and further in. There are many shops and a market to look around but I can't say much about this as it's not my thing. What I particularly like about Santa Maria is that it is not over developed, although things are moving along. Santa Maria takes me back to a time when life was far simpler and in my opinion much better. The key thing to remember is that you are in an African country with it's own culture and characteristics, just embrace it!
Guest review by
Dave
United Kingdom
8.0

•The town centre and beach are lovely, though it is a little...

•The town centre and beach are lovely, though it is a little bit rough around the outskirts. •If you’re looking for a holiday to sit on your backside and tan it’s for you. There are a few different trips/excursions/activities (Which i highly recommend you do, especially the full day island tour) but not too much. •Be extremely careful of the ATM’s as the foreign currency exchange rate and service charge’s can be a bit much (I’m from UK so might not be as bad for other countries, but I recommend bringing lots of Euro’s with you); all the local shops and services accept Euros and local Escudos in case you run out of Euros •Taxi/Bus prices are extremely reasonable if you fancy exploring the town/island on your own •DO NOT! Under any circumstances drink the tap water (I never), i caught a hellish stomach bug that near bed rid me for 4/5 days. Be careful at some bars/restaurants as some of them use tap water to make their ice too (Which is how i got it) •All of the local bars/restaurants provide brilliant service and extensive menus, i’m vegetarian and it was a bit tricky to find a dish in some places •Portuguese and Kreol is spoken, English too but it can be hard to communicate sometimes •My biggest problem with the town is the street sellers. I get 100% that they’re trying to earn a living but whenever i said i wasn’t interested, and this is the truth about 80% of them offered me Class A/B drugs. Now i was on holiday myself, a young guy on his own so i can imagine they don’t exactly offer these things to couples and pensioners but it honestly put me off walking through the town some days. For reference in case you think i’m being harsh, i did spend a chunk of money in some shops on keepsakes
Guest review by
Muzza
United Kingdom

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Apt14 Porto Antigo 1 with Pool and Beach views

Santa Maria
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews
The whole hotel/apartment area was beautiful and very well taken care of. Beautiful flowers, surroundings etc. It felt very safe. The apartment had a perfect location right by the pool. Almost everything was perfect with this apartment. We were 2 adults and a 16 years old boy. The location of Porto Antigo 2 is great, it's in the town center of Santa Maria but also right by the sea and it was a calm place to stay at.
Guest review by
Malin
Sweden

Agua Hotels Sal Vila Verde

Santa Maria
From US$89.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 589 reviews
The hotel is nicely located. You have free transfer to Santa Maria, Espargos and Penta Beach. Everyone is nice and friendly, you can book excursions with the hotel as well. In the Vila you have access to a supermarket, restaurant and arm machine. My room was nice, spacious and clean. I would totally recommend it.
Guest review by
Filipa
United Kingdom

BCV - Private 1 Bedroomed Apartment Dunas Resort 3044 and 3077

Santa Maria
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Amazing apartment! High standard luxury equipped. I lived in many hotels my last 4 years here but this is TOP NOTCH! You’ll have everything you need, amazing bed and clean bath and kitchen. Pool right outside the door (many of them). Was easy to get to Santa Maria since taxis are right outside the door.
Guest review by
Kim
Sweden

Apartamento Praia Santa Maria

Santa Maria
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
The building is brand new, the apartment is very nice and we loved the terrace, the top floor with the pool is amazing! Also the staff is very nice and available for anything. Location also is perfect, closed to Santa Maria Main Street but far enough to be quieter.
Guest review by
Valentina
Portugal

Hotel Central Santa Maria

Santa Maria
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 299 reviews
Very attentive and helpful staff. The hotel is new and everything looks clean! The location is perfect since it's right in the center of Santa Maria and a short walk from the beach. A perfect option if you want to avoid the resorts!
Guest review by
Ana Rita
Portugal

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