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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.

C
Cindy
From
Belgium
The staff is extremely helpful and kind! This hotel does everything so you’re stay feels perfect.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 469 reviews
Price from
US$237.72
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 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 470 reviews
Price from
US$180.96
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 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 239 reviews
Price from
US$92.85
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.

R
Roberto
From
Italy
The facilities, the location and specially the staff, particularly Leonardo, Paulo Sérgio and Adélio who were extremely helpful and accommodating to our needs.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 704 reviews
Price from
US$168.09
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.

E
Edna
From
United Kingdom
All food was fantastic Large bedroom very clean
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 590 reviews
Price from
US$130.73
1 night, 2 adults
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Ouril Pontao Hotel

Hotel in Santa Maria

Featuring free WiFi, an outdoor pool and a sun terrace, Pontao Hotel offers accommodation in Santa Maria. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Every room is equipped with a private bathroom.

S
Sedat
From
United Kingdom
Breakfast. Room. Rooftop. Surrounding amenities. All excellent
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 650 reviews
Price from
US$140.76
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.

S
Suraagnie
From
Netherlands
The hotel has everything you need, is at a great location very nearby the center and the beach, the staff is very friendly and provides good service. I would definitely recommend this hotel to others!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 338 reviews
Price from
US$65.50
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 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 245 reviews
Price from
US$139.11
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 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews
Price from
US$385.15
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Riu Cabo Verde - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Hotel in Santa Maria

Located in Santa Maria, 1.1 km from Praia da Ponta Preta, Hotel Riu Cabo Verde - Adults Only - All Inclusive provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness...

M
Mafalda
From
Portugal
Prime location really close to the beach, very friendly staff, good pool, great all inclusive experience
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews
Price from
US$305.07
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

Hotel MiraBela

Hotel in Santa Maria
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 338 reviews

Ocean Suites

Hotel in Santa Maria
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 469 reviews
From US$297.15 per night

Hotel Dunas de Sal

Hotel in Santa Maria
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 245 reviews
From US$318.63 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, 590 reviews
From US$165.14 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
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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 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 579 reviews

Hotels located in the centre of Santa Maria

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 115 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$109.48 per night

Central Studio Apartment near beach features a balcony and is located in Santa Maria, within just 400 metres of Nazarene Church and 700 metres of Funana Casa da Cultura.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.0
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

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

From US$71.94 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 487 reviews

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

From US$117.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 241 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$74.55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 159 reviews

Situated 300 metres from Praia António Sousa and less than 1 km from Nazarene Church, Casa Branca Beach features free WiFi and units fitted with a kitchen, balcony and seating area.

From US$92.27 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.

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.

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T1 Espaçoso e aconchegante no Medsal Residence is located in Prainha, less than 1 km from Nazarene Church, a 13-minute walk from Funana Casa da Cultura, and less than 1 km from Parish of Our Lady of...

Set in Santa Maria, less than 1 km from Praia de Santa Maria and a 9-minute walk from Nazarene Church, Studio Medsal offers air conditioning.

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Apartamento T0 - MedSal Residence is situated in Prainha. It is set less than 1 km from Praia de Santa Maria and provides full-day security.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 579 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$113.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Apartamento T2 equipado Vila Verde is set in Santa Maria. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a saltwater pool, Star House Murdeira, Sal Island, Cape Verde is located in Beirona.

From US$75.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Featuring accommodation with a private pool, Murdeira V152 Duplex by RPG Group is set in Beirona. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the apartment free of charge.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Situated in Santa Maria, just 1.3 km from Servican Beach, Coral Reef features beachfront accommodation with a private beach area, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and free WiFi.

Best hotels with breakfast in Santa Maria and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews

Located in Santa Maria, 1.1 km from Praia da Ponta Preta, Hotel Riu Cabo Verde - Adults Only - All Inclusive provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 540 reviews

Set in Santa Maria, 500 metres from Praia da Ponta Preta, Melia Dunas Beach Resort & Spa - All Inclusive offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and...

From US$372.51 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 431 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$128.77 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 338 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 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 20 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, 5 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.

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

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, city view and a balcony, Santa Maria Residence - Central T2 is located in Santa Maria.

FAQs about hotels in Santa Maria

What guests said about Santa Maria:

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
10

Really enjoyed the mix of Santa Maria, some really good...

Really enjoyed the mix of Santa Maria, some really good restaurants lots of live music, african and european. Beaches nice always windy but needed from 11.00 to 15.00 when very hot, sometimes windy all day so need a long sleeve top in evenings. Not for you if you don’t like dogs, luckily we do!
Guest review by
Patrick
United Kingdom
6.0

Not a lot there few bars restaurants, mainly big resort...

Not a lot there few bars restaurants, mainly big resort hotels along the beach. Problem with water on the island generally tourism has clearly expanded quickly we were there 8 years before very few hotels now loads but not enough infrastructure. Our whole week had limited water at the hotel.
Guest review by
Katie
United Kingdom

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DESIGN SUITES Boutique Hotel - Adults Only

Santa Maria
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 470 reviews
Our sea view room on 3rd floor was very spacious and clean. The bed was really comfortable and very big. The staff in the rooftop bar ( which is where breakfast is served) we're really friendly & helpful. In particular Kevin was always cheerful and ready to help).The hotel is situated right in the middle of Santa Maria with numerous bars, restaurants and shops on the doorstep. The beautiful beach was a short 5-10 minute walk away. Sunbeds and shades can be rented at 10 Euros for 2 people.
Guest review by
Brad
United Kingdom

Casa Pau

Santa Maria
From US$71.94 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 221 reviews
-Looks exactly like the pictures! -Spacious, extremely clean, well renovated and modern guesthouse. -Beautiful decor -Towels and sheets changed daily or every other day -Good location and very central to Santa Maria which was only a 5-10 min walk away. -Very good shower pressure, nice hot water. -I was worried no AC would be an issue but the house is cool and the ceiling fan is very effective! -Clear instructions and suggestions of where to visit. - Highly recommend a stay here
Guest review by
Tomi
United Kingdom

Sobrado Boutique Hotel

Santa Maria
From US$165.14 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 590 reviews
The hotel looks new and in very good condition. Very clean. The staff is great, friendly, willing to help and talk, especially at the reception and cleaning workers. The staff speak different languages.. The room was big and beding very comfortable. Hot water , swimingp pool, gym, AC, and TV 👌 Location is 10mn to the center of Santa Maria and 15mn to the beach .
Guest review by
Nabil
Algeria

Hotel LIVVO Budha Beach

Santa Maria
From US$443.79 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 578 reviews
The room was spacious and clean, the pool area is nice, with a great view and the hotel is well located (5-10 minutes walk to the next sand beach and 10-15 minutes walk to the city centre of Santa Maria). The area is calm and not too busy but close to the centre. Staff is helpful and friendly.
Guest review by
Daniel
Germany

Casa Branca Beach

Santa Maria
From US$92.27 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 159 reviews
The only positive aspect was the location, being very close to Angulo Beach in Santa Maria. However, the apartment is located right next to the kitchen vent of the Art Café, and there was a constant strong smell of food at the entrance, which made the stay even more unpleasant.
Guest review by
Diletta
United Kingdom

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