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Hotel Santa Maria

Property class: 3.5

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At Hotel Santa Maria, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

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Basic Single Room | Minibar, in-room safe, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Basic Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Junior Suite

  • City view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Hotel Santa Maria is in Plateau neighborhood and is connected to a shopping center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Prainha Beach and Quebra Canela Beach, while Museu Etnográfico de Praia and Tabanka Museum are cultural highlights. Centro Cultural Português and Grandvaux Barbosa National Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Praia travel guide
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Rua Serpa Pinto ,35, Praia, SI1, 273-A

What's nearby

  • Museu Etnográfico de Praia
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Alexandre Albuquerque Square
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Praia City Hall
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Estadio da Varzea
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Prainha Beach
    3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Santiago Island (RAI-Praia Intl.)
    15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Café Sofia
    1 min walk
  • Restaurante Avis
    1 min walk
  • Beramar Grill
    19 min walk
  • Osteria N°3
    3 min drive
  • Restaurante Panorama
    2 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Airport pick-up shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM on request

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite premium channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Late check-in subject to availability

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

2 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room; children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant 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.
  • Destination fee: EUR 2.5 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 16 years of age.

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 15 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 3)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Santa Maria pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Hotel Santa Maria doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hotel Santa Maria?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Santa Maria?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Hotel Santa Maria provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs 8:00 AM–9:00 PM on request. A fee of EUR 15 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Santa Maria located?

Located in Plateau, this spa hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Museu Etnográfico de Praia, Alexandre Albuquerque Square, and Praia City Hall. Diogo Gomes Statue and National Library of Cape Verde are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Santa Maria Reviews

7.4

Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 161 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 161 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 161 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 161 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 161 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family had a great time, and staff was so helpful! I have stayed here before and love it and was glad my family had the same experience. I would not stay anywhere else honestly, close to everything in a safe area, quiet and always clean. Background on me, I live in the states but i am Cape Verdean :) highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location to walk around. Close to restaurants and stores. Internet is spotty and sometimes not even active.
Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice and accommodating after a mistake was made with my booking. The rooms were clean and spacious. The breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Romuald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely place

Very nice hotel in the heart of the capital near all the attractions by walking .. the hotel is great and the service is great nice simple breakfast , quite room I recommend it
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and very accomodating. Would definitely go back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Amenities
We often stay at Hotel Santa Maria on Praia Plateau because it is perfectly placed on the central pedestrianised street, close to all the historical and cultural sights. The local staff are very helpful and always cheerful. The hotel is comfortable and clean. It has a lift and delicious buffet breakfasts.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellently positioned on Praia Plateau, which is full of history and culture. The Santa Maria has friendly, cheerful, Caboverdean staff and is comfortable, clean and caring. Buffet breakfast is delicious and it has a lift. The only minor problem is it’s sometimes hard to get on the WiFi.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Francesco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great experience

Really good stay. We had a very big room, clean, comfortable and with air conditioner. Reception really kind, friendly and helpful. We needed a taxi, tips and recommendation and we felt in really good hands. Very central position in Praia, a nice walk away from the beach and the restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Purobi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great breakfast, very good food in their restaurant with at times really slow and bad service. Hot water in the bathroom can be dangerously hot. Great location. We have stayed here before, many times, and will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly! Spent 8 days here on our honeymoon and would recommend to anyone. Nothing bad at all. The room was not sound proof so you could hear other guests come and go but after all, it is a hotel, LOL!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here for only two nights—arriving late on the first night and leaving early on the second—but I still wanted to leave a review because the staff made such a positive impression. The front desk staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. I also want to recognize the woman working in the restaurant. Unfortunately, I didn’t catch her name, but she was wonderful. Even though I don’t speak Portuguese, she went out of her way to communicate with me, recommend local foods and places to visit, and make me feel welcome. One evening, she even spoke with the chef to prepare a traditional local dish for me. That extra effort meant a lot and made my stay more memorable. The hotel itself is affordable, clean, and has everything needed for a comfortable stay. The shower was quite small, but it was functional and not a major issue. My only criticism is the communication regarding transportation before arrival. I contacted the hotel in advance because I was arriving late at night and needed assistance getting there. Unfortunately, I never received confirmation before landing and had to arrange transportation myself after a long trip. This was the only frustrating part of my experience. On the morning of my departure, however, the staff arranged a taxi for me without any problems. Overall, the kindness and hospitality of the staff were the highlight of my stay, and I would happily stay here again. Location is great, too!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth

The room was clean and comfortable, and the main receptionist we met during the day was very nice. The problem happened after we returned from exploring. The bathroom flooded due to very poor connections under the sink faucet. I understand that this was likely not something that could have been immediately fixed. The water was cut off, and we used our own towels to cover the wet floor. Unfortunately, no one offered to bring us replacement towels, and the night receptionist seemed more concerned about ending their shift than helping to remedy the situation. I did ask if another room was available, but I was told the hotel was fully booked. While I understand that limitations exist, some assistance or reassurance would have been appreciated rather than confusion and dismissive reactions.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Unhelpful, tiny room

Staff was supposed to be able to assist with some simple requests but they were uninterested. For example, i arrived from the airport at 21:30 and asked for a restaurant recommendation. They said everywhere was closed. Not the case at all and I found multiple restaurants open. Then the next day I asked for assistance to book ferry tickets as I have been unable to do so online. The advice I received was go out of the hotel to the left...I was not able to book tickets in time and missed my chance to go to Fogo. Then as I was leaving the hotel I asked if they could call me a taxi. The front desk person told me to go out and catch a taxi myself. Besides that the room itself was maybe the smallest I've ever had in the hotel and you can hear everything. The only thing the hotel has going for it is their location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect

Everyone was so kind and the place was central to everything, beautiful patio for breakfast and people watching. I highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emanuel Fernades

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’m love thes hotel Santa Maria ♥️♥️🇨🇻🙏
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, safe, and comfortable.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peridice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Situated in a quite area and within walking distance of historical buildings.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is wonderful, very courteous, helpful, and friendly. Breakfast buffet was great.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aderito

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location. Close to the airport
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tesa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tranquil Hotel Santa Maria

Tiny little hotel on a lively street with the most charming, accomodating staff. Perfect value for the money + a nice little restaurant downstairs with adorable cats who sleep on the roof across the way. Picturesque + a lovely landing for an entree into Praia + all it has to offer.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Verde trip

Was very fun and great to meet new companions and friends
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right downtown on pedestrian mall. Lots of restaurants. Close to ferry terminal and airport
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Kelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff and convenient restaurant. Very noisy in the room and adequately furnished/decorated but not impressive. Clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Right downtown on pedestrian mall. Staff were all friendly, helpful and efficient. The breakfast people were run ragged trying to keep the food replenished and clean the area. Commendable.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

Disliked: Staff & service
Property did not honor the booking and only honor bookings made by local travel agents