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Ocean Suites

Hotel in Santa Maria

Featuring a terrace, bar and views of city, Ocean Suites is located in Santa Maria, a few steps from Praia de Santa Maria.

B
Bojan
From
Ireland
The location was absolutely brilliant.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 473 reviews
Location 9.6
Price from
£148.03
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.

D
Denesha
From
United States
Omg!!!! I can’t say enough about my wonderful stay at this hotel during an August 2023 birthday trip. From beginning to end, the amazing staff and manager went above and beyond to meet all of my needs. I felt safe, welcomed and I will definitely be back again. The rooms are impeccably clean and modern. The breakfast is something to look forward to everyday, and the beautiful woman on the staff will put a smile on your face everyday that you stay here. Don’t hesitate, book a stay here immediately! You will not regret. Letícia, Kleidy and Eloneida…thank you for making my first trip to Cabo Verde and my birthday UNFORGETTABLE!!!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 433 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
£100.45
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Odjo d'água

Hotel in Santa Maria

Facing the beachfront, Hotel Odjo d'água offers 4-star accommodations in Santa Maria and has an outdoor swimming pool, garden and shared lounge.

C
Chyanda
From
United States
Hands down the best hotel in Sal! Staff is amazing, its location is perfect, great rooms and restaurant.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 695 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
£120.26
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 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
£52.63
1 night, 2 adults

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.

B
Berkan
From
Turkey
Service was amazing, all staff were very friendly and helpful. Beach bar was the best one in entire Santa Maria. One cannot ask for more.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 707 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
£124.71
1 night, 2 adults

Sobrado Boutique Hotel

Hotel in Santa Maria

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.

S
Sharon
From
United States
A great hotel. The rooms were clean and bright. The bed was very comfortable. USB plus made it easy to charge everything. The breakfast and dinners were delicious and a reasonable price to add onto your stay. Staff was really helpful for addressing any issues in a timely fashion and helping to set up activities. They also gave great recommendations for food and things to do. The hotel is walking distance to the beach. Our room overlooked a lot, not nice in itself, but the benefit was we had an unobstructed view of the sunsets!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 598 reviews
Location 7.6
Price from
£93.04
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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 573 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
£68.92
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.

B
Brian
From
Canada
Great location right on the main tourist street. Staff was wonderful. They let us keep one of the two rooms that was not reserved until after our day tour so we could shower and change before our flight. Breakfasts were great with several made to order choices.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 317 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
£49.34
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.

D
DAVID
From
Belgium
Very good location (near the beach & the city center). The room was good, very clean & the staff was very nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 253 reviews
Location 8.1
Price from
£163.87
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 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews
Location 8.9
Price from
£273.25
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, 707 reviews
    From £124.71 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 695 reviews
    From £120.26 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 317 reviews
    From £51.60 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 473 reviews
    From £148.03 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 253 reviews
    From £178.77 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 598 reviews

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Budget hotels in Santa Maria and nearby

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

    Central Apartamento Fogo 101 offers accommodations in Santa Maria, 3.5 miles from Viveiro, Botanical Garden & Zoo di Terra and 13 miles from  Monte Curral.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

    Santa Maria Homely Flat offers accommodations in Santa Maria, 3.3 miles from Viveiro, Botanical Garden & Zoo di Terra and 13 miles from  Monte Curral.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews

    Aluguer apartamento is located in Santa Maria, just 3.1 miles from Viveiro, Botanical Garden & Zoo di Terra and 12 miles from  Monte Curral. With city views, this accommodation features a balcony.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews

    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.

  • 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 6.7
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 74 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 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 750 reviews

    Located 984 feet 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.

Hotels located in the center of Santa Maria

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    Sal Little Heart Grand Terrace Apartment 26 is located in Santa Maria, just a 8-minute walk from Funana Casa da Cultura and 3.2 miles from Viveiro, Botanical Garden & Zoo di Terra.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 695 reviews

    Facing the beachfront, Hotel Odjo d'água offers 4-star accommodations in Santa Maria and has an outdoor swimming pool, garden and shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 53 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.

  • Just a few steps from Praia António Sousa and a 4-minute walk from Parish of Our Lady of Sorrows, Penthouse a stone's throw from the sea features accommodations in Santa Maria, with a terrace and a...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 67 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, 113 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews

    Katila-Rooms is a recently renovated homestay in Santa Maria, near Praia de Santa Maria.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews

    Just a 1-minute walk from Praia António Sousa and 600 yards from Parish of Our Lady of Sorrows, Beira Mar AB2 features accommodations in Santa Maria with a garden.

Best hotels with breakfast in Santa Maria and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 707 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 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 573 reviews

    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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 498 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 598 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 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 566 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, 253 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 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 56 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...

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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 £105.73 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 433 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
    Clean and comfortable apartment just outside Santa Maria. We liked the view, the pool, the apartment entirely. Great communication and assistance when needed. Within easy walking distance of Santa Maria. About 10 mins. Easy access to the beach. Maybe 3- 5 min walk.- there is no shade. Take a brolly if you can! Tour operator on the corner made finding and booking things easy. One bar, the Britania, was close. Supermarkets close. Appatment had everything we needed and a lovely balcony.
    Guest review by
    Kathryn
    United Kingdom
  • From £178.77 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 397 reviews
    The rooms were clean and were cleaned every day . The property is close to Santa Maria where you do most activities It has a private beach which is really good and sandy Activities throughout the course of the day were good The Friday All White party is the best The activity team are brilliant Staff are very pleasant and helpful The A La Carte Restaurants were great
    Guest review by
    Cee
    United Kingdom
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews
    Great, but quite location in Santa Maria. Our host was great and lovely, everything was very smooth. The apartment is in great condition with a wonderful ocean view. It is well equipped with full kitchen utensils, coffee maker, toaster, tea kettle, washing machine, tv, internet, freezer, fridge, stove and oven. Everything was very clean. I would come back anytime!
    Guest review by
    Marc
    Germany
  • From £44.64 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 139 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