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Hotel Morabeza

Hotel in Santa Maria

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

H
Henry
From
United States
Beautiful oasis in the middle of Sal. Three pools all different and the staff went above and beyond to help. Denilson the bar tender was great and a wealth of knowledge about islands. Also, Alex and Emma at reception were very accommodating and helped with any request.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 706 reviews
Price from
$167.79
1 night, 2 adults

Ouril Pontao Hotel

Hotel in Santa Maria

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

A
Aicha
From
Germany
Price is really good and affordable, the WIFI was good, location 5 mins walking from the beach. the room is big and clean!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 549 reviews
Price from
$92.73
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Dunas de Sal

Hotel in Santa Maria

Located 492 feet 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 11 mi away.

F
Frans
From
Netherlands
The staff was amazing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 252 reviews
Price from
$215.14
1 night, 2 adults

Agua Hotels Sal Vila Verde

Hotel in Santa Maria

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 554 reviews
Price from
$61.70
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel MiraBela

Hotel in Santa Maria

Hotel MiraBela is a 3-star bed and breakfast located in the center of Santa Maria and within 328 feet from the beach. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a balcony.

V
Victoria
From
United States
Rooms were comfortable and the bed was surprisingly comfortable. The free breakfast was very good and the staff was very helpful. The hotel is located 1 block away from the beach and a quick walk to a beach that you can swim in and use their beach club. Lots of restaurants and shops near the hotel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 311 reviews
Price from
$66.39
1 night, 2 adults

Ouril Hotel Julia

Hotel in Santa Maria

Located within a 9-minute walk of Funana Casa da Cultura and 3.5 miles of Viveiro, Botanical Garden & Zoo di Terra, Ouril Hotel Julia provides rooms in Santa Maria. This 3-star hotel offers free WiFi....

M
MYA
From
United States
Hi Ouri Hotel Julia, I was a guest at your hotel from July 30-August 2, 2025, room #103. I am happy with the accommodation even though 1 late afternoon, the lights went out and did not come back until 2 hours later. No worries about that, it’s part of Cape Verde life. It is not the hotel’s fault, I totally understand that, and have no complaints there. Upon checking out on the evening of August 2, I thought I had everything until I realized when I was about to board the flight out, that I forgot a few of my valuable items in the pull-out drawers ! Immediately I tried calling your hotel but to no-avail. The next morning, I get an email from your receptionist Karine notifying me that they have found clothes left in the drawer of my room ! I needed the clothes back and she proceeded to help, from the heart. I just want to thank you Karine for going out of your way to help me get my items back. Karine went to the post office and post-mailed me my items all the way to the USA. I work in customer service myself and I must say, Karine’s customer service is pure 100%. Thanks to her, I am reunited with my valuable items that I thought I lost forever. Karine deserves a raise ! I will definitely be recommending your hotel to any of my friends that will be traveling to Sal soon. Thank you. Mya Dao
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 176 reviews
Price from
$70.81
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.

J
Jakub
From
South Africa
Very convenient and pleasant place to stay in town. Friendly staff and decent sized room. Around the hotel, there is a choice of restaurants and bars.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 417 reviews
Price from
$135.15
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 accommodations in Santa Maria and has a garden, terrace and restaurant.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews
Price from
$367.65
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Riu Cabo Verde - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Hotel in Santa Maria

Located in Santa Maria, a 12-minute walk from Praia da Ponta Preta, Hotel Riu Cabo Verde - Adults Only - All Inclusive provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a...

A
António
From
Portugal
Nice resort, great beach just in front, and very polite staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews
Price from
$308.33
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Riu Funana - All Inclusive

Hotel in Santa Maria

Located in Santa Maria, a 8-minute walk from Praia da Ponta Preta, Hotel Riu Funana - All Inclusive has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews
Price from
$263.53
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 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 706 reviews
    From $202.84 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 684 reviews
    From $159.53 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 311 reviews
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 479 reviews
    From $199.16 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 229 reviews
    From $80.61 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 252 reviews
    From $228.50 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 592 reviews
    From $125.18 per night

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Budget hotels in Santa Maria and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Residencial Ilha do Fogo app 205 offers accommodations in Santa Maria, a 8-minute walk from Funana Casa da Cultura and 3.5 miles from Viveiro, Botanical Garden & Zoo di Terra.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.0
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Casa Vany is located in Santa Maria, just a 11-minute walk from Funana Casa da Cultura and 3.3 miles from Viveiro, Botanical Garden & Zoo di Terra.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Just a few steps from Praia de Santa Maria and a 3-minute walk from Parish of Our Lady of Sorrows, Porto Antigo II Ocean Appartment features accommodations in Santa Maria with a private beach area,...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 69 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.

  • KÁ Rui offers accommodations in Santa Maria, a 10-minute walk from Funana Casa da Cultura and 3 miles from Viveiro, Botanical Garden & Zoo di Terra.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

    Animoss! Apartments - 10 modern apartments near city center & beach enjoys a location in Santa Maria, 3.2 miles from Viveiro, Botanical Garden & Zoo di Terra and 13 miles from  Monte Curral.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 114 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, terrace, bar and free WiFi, Atlantic Sal Hostel is located in Santa Maria, a 7-minute walk from Praia de Santa Maria and 500 yards from Nazarene Church.

  • Offering a garden and a terrace, Marl'eaux in Santa Maria is close to Praia António Sousa and Parish of Our Lady of Sorrows.

Hotels located in the center of Santa Maria

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews

    Apartamento Llana is located in Santa Maria, just a 11-minute walk from Funana Casa da Cultura and 3.2 miles from Viveiro, Botanical Garden & Zoo di Terra.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 706 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Located a 6-minute walk from Praia de Santa Maria, Hotel Porta do Vento offers 3-star accommodations in Santa Maria and features a terrace, a restaurant and a bar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    Apartamento em Santa Maria- Espaçoso&Confortável is located in Santa Maria, just a 14-minute walk from Funana Casa da Cultura and 3.1 miles from Viveiro, Botanical Garden & Zoo di Terra.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 508 reviews

    Hotel Da Luz has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Santa Maria. Each room at the 3-star hotel has city views, and guests can enjoy access to a restaurant and to a bar.

  • Miguel House offers accommodations in Santa Maria, a 16-minute walk from Funana Casa da Cultura and 3.5 miles from Viveiro, Botanical Garden & Zoo di Terra.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 592 reviews

    Located in Santa Maria, a 7-minute walk from Praia de Santa Maria, Sobrado Boutique Hotel provides accommodations with a fitness center, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Offering a bar and a shared lounge, Coral Reef in Santa Maria is close to Praia de Santa Maria and Nazarene Church. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace and free Wifi.

Best hotels with breakfast in Santa Maria and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 557 reviews

    Located in Santa Maria, 0.7 mi 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, 252 reviews

    Located 492 feet 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 11 mi away.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews

    Located in Santa Maria, a 8-minute walk from Praia da Ponta Preta, Hotel Riu Funana - All Inclusive has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews

    Located in Santa Maria, a 12-minute walk from Praia da Ponta Preta, Hotel Riu Cabo Verde - Adults Only - All Inclusive provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 554 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews

    Located in Santa Maria, a 4-minute walk from Praia da Ponta Preta, Melia Tortuga Beach - All Inclusive provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews

    Located in Santa Maria, a 4-minute walk from Praia da Ponta Preta, Melia Llana Beach Resort & Spa - Adults Only - All Inclusive provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private...

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What Guests Said About Santa Maria:

  • 10.0

    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
  • 10.0

    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
  • 10.0

    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
  • 10.0

    Great beaches, plenty of eateries to suit all budgets.

    Great beaches, plenty of eateries to suit all budgets. If you fancy going for a walk or doing a trip there are things to see and it's not crazy hot and humid. However if you just want to sit and chill then the weather is perfect. Perfect place to recharge. Visited the Blue eye, the mirage, salt mine, shell cemetery but the highlight for me was wading with lemon sharks.
    Guest review by
    rebecca
    United Kingdom

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  • From $47.42 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews
    Stunning apartment even better than the pictures shown, spacious and comfortable and furniture's looked new. Just 5min walk from the pedestrian area and amazing sea view from the balcony. The apartment is super clean and has a fitted kitchen. The beach is just 2 min walk and Santa Maria beach is 10min but you do not need to go there necessarily. Agnes was very helpful and the cleaning lady also.
    Guest review by
    Tommy Matarrelli
    United Kingdom
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
    Lovely apartment just steps away from the beach. There is a nice Bob Marley beach bar that does food, which we preferred over any of the resort restaurants. A 5-min cheap cab ride into Santa Maria will give you lots more choice on good bars and restaurants. Beaches are lovely and the bikini beach has perfect calm waters for young kids.
    Guest review by
    Lili
    United Kingdom
  • From $285.11 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 557 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
    The location is fabulous! I would say the best for Santa Maria. Everything is close by. Apt is basic but that is how it is in Cape Verde. Clean and has everything you need. Air con in main living area and fan in bedroom. Lovely pool area. Will go back
    Guest review by
    Karen
    United Kingdom
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 450 reviews
    Sakaroule is situated close to the beach, centre, salt mines…, while still maintaining the local charm. Which is rare in Santa Maria, a town that became hyper touristic.
    Guest review by
    Pauline
    Belgium