Description
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 5 outdoor swimming pools, a complimentary water park, and a fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a hair salon.. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour fr… more
Located in Sal, Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive is by the ocean, within a 10-minute drive of Nazarene Church and Santa Maria Municipal Market. This all-inclusive hotel is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Santa Maria Town Square and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Ponta Preta.. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Santa Maria Pier - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi Santa Maria Beach - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi Nazarene Church - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi Santa Maria Town Square - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi Ponta Preta - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi Santa Maria Municipal Market - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi Kite Beach - 4.7 km / 2.9 mi Viveiro Botanical Garden & Zoo - 7.1 km / 4.4 mi Shark Bay Beach - 7.8 km / 4.9 mi Palmeira - 19.6 km / 12.2 mi Pedra do Lume - 19.6 km / 12.2 mi Buracona - 31.2 km / 19.4 mi The nearest major airport is Sal Island (SID-Amilcar Cabral Intl.) - 19.4 km / 12.1 mi . Near Santa Maria Beach.
Grab a bite to eat at Palmeira, one of the hotel's many dining establishments, which include 5 restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe. Wind down with a drink at one of the 5 bars/lounges or 2 poolside bars. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM..
- Reception
- 24-hour reception
- Entertainment
- Entertainment for adults
- Live music
- Wi-Fi
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Children
- Kids' pool
- Kid´s club
- Bars
- Bar
- Coffee shop
- Indoor bar
- Pool bar
- Restaurants
- Buffet restaurant
- Themed restaurant
- Swimming pools
- Children’s pool
- Outdoor pool
- Poolside sun loungers
- Towel service
- Gym and SPA
- Gym
- Massages
- Activities
- Snorkelling
- Water park
- Check-in/Check-out
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This accommodation stands out for being in the heart of Santa Maria
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Lohli14
10/08/2026
“A wonderful time at a beautiful resort”
We have just returned from a wonderful week away at the Riu Palace and cannot commend the staff and resort enough. The staff work tirelessly to keep the resort tidy, clean and beautiful. At the restaurants and eateries nothing is too much trouble, they are constantly making fresh food and nothing i… more
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Rebecca H
09/08/2026
“Late check out is extortionate !!!!”
The beach is gorgeous! The adults’ swim-up bars are great and alcohol is available in your room. The food is delicious and the rooms are clean, though the humidity in Cape Verde made them smell damp. Dehumidifiers would definitely be needed. Unfortunately, there are no family rooms and as a family… more
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emilyE8823UU
Glasgow, United Kingdom
09/08/2026
“Beautiful”
Definitely worth a visit, beautiful country and hotel was a great experience. Would 100% visit again!
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alisonmK1084KJ
Sheffield, United Kingdom
09/08/2026
“A beautiful location for a really good hotel providing lots of facilities and entertainment”
Riu hotels are always good and this one didn't disappoint. The facilities were really good and the six pools ensured we always had a sunbed even in peak summer holiday period. The food was excellent with a great variety every day for every meal. The staff were sometimes friendly and sometimes a bit… more
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Based on 8 reviews
Service: 10
Cleanliness: 10
Room: 10
Facilities: 10
Location: 10
Breakfast: 10
Lunch/Dinner: 10
Quality/Price: 9
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