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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.

L
Luca Comini
From
Italy
Everything was perfect, position, cleaning and staff. Dory was so helpful with me.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 456 reviews
Price from
US$242.76
1 night, 2 adults

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.

L
Leonie
From
United Kingdom
Great hotel, nice food in the Espargos restaurant and mambana for lunch , entertainment fantastic, staff great, pools clean. Water park great for the kids. Loved the Africa theme.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews
Price from
US$295.86
1 night, 2 adults

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, 274 reviews
Price from
US$94.82
1 night, 2 adults

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.

M
Mike
From
United States
Excellent breakfast spread with a nice mix of familiar and Cabo Verdean dishes each morning. Loved the banana fritters that I treated like pancakes/waffles:) Two coffee machines so never any waits, staff was super attentive clearing plates. Excellent value
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 704 reviews
Price from
US$182.38
1 night, 2 adults

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
Jonas
From
Germany
Very kind and helpful staff. Spacious and clean room. Great Breakfast buffet.
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

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.

J
Jenelyn
From
Belgium
This was my second time booking this accommodation, and still so very happy that I stayed here. One of the members even recognized me! The team treats you as family and makes sure that all is well. I wanted to book a last minute catamaran cruise tour but everything was fully booked.. I told them and just a few calls later, they managed to arrange one for me! Thank you so much for all the care and help.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 355 reviews
Price from
US$66.88
1 night, 2 adults

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

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 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
Price from
US$437.02
1 night, 2 adults

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, 492 reviews
Price from
US$184.80
1 night, 2 adults

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.

M
Michael
From
Spain
The location ,staff excellent breakfast fabulous..very clean .fresh towles everyday
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 300 reviews
Price from
US$91.04
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with airport shuttles 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
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 355 reviews
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 456 reviews
From US$313.57 per night
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
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
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 355 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 499 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 665 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 585 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Santa Maria

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 704 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Santa Maria

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 456 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 243 reviews

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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 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

Featuring city views, Santa Maria Homely Flat provides accommodation with a balcony, around 100 metres from Nazarene Church.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 108 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, 113 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 5.3
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 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, pool view and a balcony, Capo Verde Club - Ca Matteo is located in Santa Maria.

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.

Hotels located in the centre of Santa Maria

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 300 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, 492 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 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 499 reviews

Hotel Da Luz has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Santa Maria.

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.

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

Set in Santa Maria, less than 1 km from Praia de Santa Maria and a 9-minute walk from Nazarene Church, T1 panorâmico no Medsal Residence offers air conditioning.

From US$117.39 per night

Situated in Santa Maria, less than 1 km from Praia de Santa Maria and a 9-minute walk from Nazarene Church, Apartamento T1 - MedSal Residence offers air conditioning.

From US$106.21 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Santa Maria and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 585 reviews

Located in Santa Maria, 1.2 km from Nazarene Church, Hotel LIVVO Budha Beach has a number of amenities including a terrace, a shared lounge, a bar and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 243 reviews

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.

From US$325.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews

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

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, 436 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$131.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 355 reviews

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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

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.

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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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 165 reviews
The hotel provided a good range of meal options at every meal. I was very pleased with the vegan options which were always so tasty. Staff were always very welcoming and happy to help, particularly Daniel in the restaurant. I used the gym a few times and the machines were fine although there are limited options. It can get quite busy in there but still much better than many hotel gyms that i’ve used before. The drive to santa maria is about 10 minutes so not too bad and it costs €5.
Guest review by
Sarah
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews
Very nice welcome from the airport to the hotel. Great location in the heart of Santa Maria, close to the beach and lots of restaurants in the area. Room was spacious, balcony looked out into the sea and you have everything you need. Recommended 100%! Thank you so much.
Guest review by
Océane
France
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 716 reviews
Loved this hotel. Great room. We enjoyed the restaurant. The fresh fish was great. Lovely pool in the sea. Spent a good week here. Right by the town so close to all the bars and restaurants in Santa Maria.
Guest review by
Elizabeth
Netherlands
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews
Excellent location in the heart of Santa Maria. If you want to feel almost like a local and blend with the neighborhood, this is a great place to stay at. The entire team was really friendly and welcoming.
Guest review by
Dragana
Croatia
From US$391.21 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 704 reviews
Excellent location as close to beach and Santa Maria town. Restaurants on site very good. Hotel staff very helpful. Lovely breakfast and 3 swimming pools an added bonus.
Guest review by
Louise
United Kingdom