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Hotel Pontao

3.0 star property
Beach location and outdoor pool

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Hotel Pontao, in the heart of the city, offers a peaceful retreat with a garden and outdoor pool lined with sun loungers. Start your day with breakfast at the restaurant, unwind with drinks at the bar, and stay connected with public WiFi throughout your visit.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Room options

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Superior Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double or Twin Room, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double or Twin Room, Pool View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Edificio Pontao, Santa Maria, Sal, 4111

What's nearby

  • Santa Maria Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Maria Pier - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Nazarene Church - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Santa Maria Town Square - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Santa Maria Municipal Market - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Sal Island (SID-Amilcar Cabral Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Ponto - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Papaya - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Morna Beach Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Piscador - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Cafe - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Hotel Pontao

Hotel in the city center
A terrace, a garden, and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Hotel Pontao. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff, a front-desk safe, and a TV in the lobby
Room features
All 79 rooms feature comforts such as furnished balconies and air conditioning, as well as perks like safes and minibars.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Daily housekeeping, desks, and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.49 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 17 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 14 per vehicle (one way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Hotel Pontao
Hotel Pontao Sal
Pontao
Pontao Hotel
Pontao Sal
Hotel Pontao Santa Maria
Pontao Santa Maria
Pontao Hotel Santa Maria
Hotel Pontao Cape Verde/Ilha Do Sal - Santa Maria
Hotel Pontao Sal
Hotel Pontao Hotel
Hotel Pontao Hotel Sal

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Pontao have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Hotel Pontao pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Pontao?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Pontao?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Hotel Pontao provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of EUR 14 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Pontao located?

Located in the heart of Sal, this beach hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Nazarene Church, Santa Maria Pier, and Santa Maria Beach. Santa Maria Town Square and Santa Maria Municipal Market are also within 15 minutes.

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