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Your Santa Maria Holiday
When you reserve a holiday package to Santa Maria, all the planning is done in advance. This gives you more time to uncover some of the things that characterise this seaside city, such as its laid-back lifestyle, beaches and welcoming locals. Like to explore your surroundings? Santa Maria Beach, Santa Maria Pier and Shark Bay Beach are a few of the top places to visit during your trip to Santa Maria. Whoever you're going away with and whatever your budget, your dream Santa Maria holiday is just a few clicks away with Expedia.
The Latest Santa Maria Holiday Deals
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Hotel Sobrado
per person
15 Aug - 18 Aug
found 16 hours ago
Return flight included
Lisbon (LIS) to Sal Island (SID)
8/10 Very Good! (72 reviews)
Wonderful comfy beds . Nice breakfasts. Helpful staff. Clean.
Piri piri restaurant on site was a disaster. Husband ordered a pizza finally got it .mine didnt turn up. Waiter said sorry coming in few minutes , half an hour later turned up with a plate of seafood rice. We were only one of 4 people. Just a bad night , he said he was sorry and no charge. Think someone was spaced out!
Reviewed on 3 Mar. 2025
Hotel Riu Funana - All Inclusive
per person
15 Aug - 18 Aug
found 16 hours ago
Return flight included
Lisbon (LIS) to Sal Island (SID)
9/10 Wonderful! (141 reviews)
Absolutely fabulous resort. A must stay with very friendly and welcoming staff, clean and well maintained facilities, plenty of food options beautiful beaches and lots of activities to keep you busy.
10 out of 10 👍😊
Reviewed on 10 Dec. 2024
Hotel Riu Cabo Verde - Adults Only - All Inclusive
per person
15 Aug - 18 Aug
found 16 hours ago
Return flight included
Lisbon (LIS) to Sal Island (SID)
8.8/10 Excellent! (80 reviews)
A nice and vibrant environment, Lovely staff and fantastic customer service. The grounds are beautiful and spacious.
Food was great...the salad, shrimps and fruit made me ill so i will avoid eating those foods on the cape verde island not just at the Riu.
Next time i will book directly with Riu hotels online instead of through expedia. As Expedia charged my account and then said I had cancelled the booking. I was charged in addition to paying at the riu property on arrival. There was no cancellation i thorougly enjoyed my stay. So this was disappointing to know expedia had done this. Then sent a cancellation email as a resolution 3 days after i highlighted the addition payment it to them.
Reviewed on 1 Feb. 2025
Hotel Dunas de Sal
per person
15 Aug - 18 Aug
found 16 hours ago
Return flight included
Lisbon (LIS) to Sal Island (SID)
8.2/10 Very Good! (82 reviews)
It's small, a family run feel, which we like the low key, personal, quiet experience. Paula at reception and all other staff are very welcoming, helpful and friendly. That makes it easy and comfortable. Our room was ideal, good space in a double room, private balcony and beautiful colours of Bourganvillea to admire, a well maintain green garden space and pool in the centre. We had breakfast in the hotel every day, however we were away by day and dined out across the island. Very simple, easy walk down into Santa Maria or across the road to the beach and beach board walk.
Reviewed on 3 Jan. 2024
Melia Tortuga Beach
per person
15 Aug - 18 Aug
found 16 hours ago
Return flight included
Lisbon (LIS) to Sal Island (SID)
8/10 Very Good! (212 reviews)
The hotel grounds were lovely as were the staff. However the hotel is very outdated and will look slightly different to the photos. We also had ants all over our bed when we first arrived so had to get the covers changed twice and the shower towels sometimes did not appear clean.
Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2025
Santa Maria Holiday
Santa Maria Beach Holiday
Get set to live out your beach fantasies on your upcoming Santa Maria holiday. Embark on a romantic walk, soak up the beautiful ocean views and collect pretty seashells during your trip to Santa Maria. Situated just 2 kilometres from the city centre, Kite Beach is the place to be for many travellers. Browse our Santa Maria holiday packages and watch your travel budget stretch further!
Things You Should Know About Santa Maria
- If you want that beach lifestyle, have a look at our Santa Maria beach hotels. Beautiful water views and refreshing sea air — what more could anyone ask for?
- Have a look at Hotel Central Santa Maria and Pensao Nha Terra. These popular apartments could just be ideal for your holiday in Santa Maria.
- There are lots of activities that keep the 17,200 or so residents of Santa Maria occupied. A quick browse of our Santa Maria things to do page will show you everything this place has to offer.
- Santa Maria Town Square, Viveiro Botanical Garden & Zoo and Viveiro Botanical Garden & Zoo are some popular attractions that should be on your travel agenda. With our Santa Maria holiday deals, you'll have more money in your back pocket to explore.
Santa Maria Essential Information
Language | Portuguese |
|---|---|
Currency | Cape Verdean escudos |
Local Welcome | Olá |
Local Goodbye | Adeus |
Closest Airport | Amilcar Cabral Intl. Airport (SID) |
Population | 17,200 |
Max Temp Winter | 24ºC |
Max Temp Summer | 24ºC |
Top Sights | Santa Maria Beach, Shark Bay Beach and Kite Beach |
Our pick of the best Santa Maria Hotel Deals
Morabeza Hotel
Santa Maria, Sal
The price is AU$213 per night from 16 July to 17 July
AU$213
16 July - 17 July
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (320 reviews)
"It’s a great hotel, excellent value for the money. Hotel is located very central and doesn’t have a private beach, what means that at the beach club anyone can come and take sun loungers as long as they pay, which is fine just something to be aware of if you are looking for a private beach. Hotel ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jun. 2025
Hotel Sobrado
Entrada Santa Maria Ilha Do Sal, Sal, Sal
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
8/10 Very Good! (73 reviews)
Good boutique hotel
"I arrived late at night and the receptionist Lou was friendly. I asked the hotel for the shuttle and there was lack of communication their side. They hadn't confirmed and i booked via a different site and they sent a taxi anyway! Luckily my private taxi agreed to take me on the return airport run. ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025
Melia Llana Beach Resort & Spa - All Inclusive - Adults Only
Urbanização da Cabocan, ZDTI de Ponta Preta, Sal
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$409 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
AU$409
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (113 reviews)
"♥️"
Reviewed on 31 Jan. 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
What to do in Santa Maria
Sal: Full-Day Trip Around the Island with Lunch and Snorkel
AU$120
per adult
Catamaran Half Day - Beautiful day on the Atlantic Ocean
AU$105
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Santa Maria: Natural Pools & Shark Bay Private Day Trip
AU$287
per adult
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