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About the Hotel

Cabocan Lote E2, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Close to the beach
Great
8.1
9.1
/10
4.2
/5

Enticing active tourists with guided snorkelling trips, the 5-star beachfront Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria is right near Ponta Sino. Located 25 km from Amilcar Cabral airport, the luxury hotel features car hire service and car rentals for guests to take advantage of.

Location

Paroquia de Nossa Senhora das Dores is 2.3 km from the hotel, while the Santa Maria Pier is approximately a 10-minute drive from the location. The Palace is 2 km away from the centre of Santa Maria.

Viveiro, Botanical Garden & Zoo di Terra also lies 3.5 km away.

Rooms

There are 999 rooms comprising a balcony. They come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as such comforts as climate control. Nice touches to enhance your stay include a separate toilet and a shower, along with hair dryers and bath sheets.

Eat & Drink

Palmeira restaurant welcomes guests for breakfast and serves Italian and Asian cuisine.

Leisure & Business

Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria has 5 outdoor swimming pools and a fitness suite. A full spa is sure to make for an excellent stay.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the vibrant Mercado Municipal for local crafts and fresh produce.
  • Try the traditional cachupa at Restaurante Barracuda for local flavor.
  • Explore the hidden beauty of Praia de Santa Maria's stunning sunset.
  • Take a guided tour of the Salt Mines for a unique cultural insight.
  • Snorkel at Ponta Preta for an unforgettable underwater adventure.
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Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Large Double Room
2 persons
345 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Balcony
Double Room Sea View
2 persons
315 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Balcony
Standard Double Room
2 persons
315 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Balcony
Double Room
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Private pool
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Facilities

Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Perfect
9.0/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Currency exchange
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Hairdresser
  • Coffee shop
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Snorkelling

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Children

  • Children's pool
  • Water slides
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club

Spa & Leisure

  • Heated swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Aqua park
  • Live entertainment
  • Night club
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Beauty treatment
  • Massage

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria Location

Cabocan Lote E2, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Cabocan Lote E2, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
Nearby
Santa Maria
Ponta Sino
200 ft
Restaurants
Magellan Restaurant at Hilton
3300 ft
Hilton Cabo Verde Sal Resort Avenida dos Hoteis
Cize Bar
3400 ft
Hilton Cabo Verde Sal Resort Avenida dos Hoteis
Getting around
City Centre
Santa Maria23 min  ·  1.2 mi
Airports
Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID)31 min  ·  12.7 mi
Boa Vista Island (BVC)149 min  ·  61.6 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
Spanish
Number of rooms:
999

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 56 verified reviews
8.5/10
Great
83%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.5/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Comfort
8.9/10
Facilities
9.0/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.3/10
Location
8.9/10
Staff
8.8/10
Value for money
7.9/10
Guest reviews
based on 79 reviews
8.1/10
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