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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
Christoph
From
Germany
great comfy rooms and amazing staff! I’ve never seen such a fun and friendly crowd working at a comparable hotel / restaurant
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 474 reviews
Location 9.6
Price from
US$201
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.

B
Bjarni
From
Iceland
Very safe and perfect location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 438 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
US$151.55
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.

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 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 245 reviews
Location 8.7
Price from
US$86.78
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Odjo d'água

Hotel in Santa Maria

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

J
Joanne
From
New Zealand
For me, it was the perfect hotel as I don’t like the big hotels which are lacking in character. The location was good, right in town, the restaurant was good, the music in the evenings was fantastic. Most of all, I liked my seaside room overlooking the restaurant and water.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 699 reviews
Location 9.6
Price from
US$163.30
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, 200 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
US$78.61
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 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 708 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
US$171.45
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.

D
Djamy
From
Netherlands
Friendly staff, everything was very clean!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 603 reviews
Location 7.6
Price from
US$70.72
1 night, 2 adults

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.

A
Andreea Ioana
From
Romania
Breakfast was good, nice people and the rooms with pool view are very spatious and new. Even if we had an event at arrrival, we left the location happy because overall is a good price-quality hotel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 592 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
US$102.95
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.

M
Martin
From
Germany
Most amazing staff of the island!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 321 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
US$67
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, 251 reviews
Location 8.1
Price from
US$222.52
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
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 708 reviews
    From US$182.95 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 699 reviews
    From US$164.21 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 321 reviews
    From US$77.73 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 474 reviews
    From US$231.82 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 245 reviews
    From US$126.56 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 251 reviews
    From US$257.58 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 603 reviews
    From US$126.33 per night

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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

    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.

    From US$96.51 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews

    Aluguer apartamento has a balcony and is situated in Santa Maria, within just 100 metres of Nazarene Church and 300 metres of Parish of Our Lady of Sorrows.

    From US$36.16 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 200 reviews

    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.

    From US$85.44 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.0
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Casa Vany is set in Santa Maria, 300 metres from Praia de Santa Maria, 200 metres from Nazarene Church, and 300 metres from Parish of Our Lady of Sorrows.

    From US$93.59 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

    Located in Santa Maria, just a few steps from Praia de Santa Maria, Porto Antigo II Ocean Appartment provides beachfront accommodation with a private beach area, pool with a view, a garden and free...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 79 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.

    From US$52.64 per night
  • Situated 500 metres from Praia de Santa Maria, 200 metres from Nazarene Church and 300 metres from Parish of Our Lady of Sorrows, KÁ Rui features accommodation located in Santa Maria.

    From US$76.57 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 759 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.

    From US$77.80 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Santa Maria and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 245 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.

    From US$126.56 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 438 reviews

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

    From US$194.30 per night
  • 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 set in Santa Maria, 700 metres from Praia de Santa Maria and 400 metres from Nazarene Church.

    From US$111.67 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 708 reviews

    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.

    From US$182.95 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Located 600 metres from Praia de Santa Maria, Hotel Porta do Vento offers 3-star accommodation in Santa Maria and features a terrace, a restaurant and a bar.

    From US$68.44 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 592 reviews

    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.

    From US$122.25 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 493 reviews

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

    From US$95.71 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 603 reviews

    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.

    From US$126.33 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Santa Maria

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

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a rooftop pool, sea view and a terrace, Sal Little Heart Grand Terrace Apartment 26 is situated in Santa Maria.

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

    Situated in Santa Maria, 500 metres from Praia de Santa Maria and 400 metres from Nazarene Church, Daisal Apartment - 2 bedroom apartment with balcony near the beach & city center, perfect for nomads,...

  • Penthouse a stone's throw from the sea, a property with a terrace and a bar, is set in Santa Maria, 400 metres from Parish of Our Lady of Sorrows, 400 metres from Nazarene Church, as well as less than...

    From US$70.36 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 67 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.

    From US$118.05 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews

    A recently renovated property, Katila-Rooms is set in Santa Maria near Praia de Santa Maria, Nazarene Church and Parish of Our Lady of Sorrows.

    From US$58.49 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews

    Located in Santa Maria, just 200 metres from Praia António Sousa, Beira Mar AB2 provides beachfront accommodation with a garden, a terrace and free WiFi.

  • Offering a garden and garden view, Lovely studio in front of the sea is set in Santa Maria, 500 metres from Parish of Our Lady of Sorrows and 500 metres from Nazarene Church.

    From US$53.39 per night
  • Boasting inner courtyard views, Marl'eaux offers accommodation with a garden and a terrace, around 100 metres from Praia António Sousa.

    From US$73.38 per night

FAQs about hotels in Santa Maria

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 US$194.30 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 438 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
  • From US$271.15 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 571 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
  • From US$228.65 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - 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
  • From US$257.58 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 251 reviews
    Very nice Hotel but we were particularly impressed by the hospitality and the friendlyness of the staff in all areas. We are travelling a lot but thus was the outstanding positive experience of our stay at the Cape Verde.
    Guest review by
    Eckhard
    Germany
  • From US$231.82 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 474 reviews
    Unique and quirky rooms, ours was the Cape verde room, it was very spacious. Good location in the centre of Santa Maria. Nice pizzas in the restaurant :)
    Guest review by
    Kelly
    United Kingdom