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Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort

4.0 star property
Family-friendly fun on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort combines relaxation with recreation along the coast. Travelers can play a round of golf, enjoy treatments with sea breezes, sip drinks at the beach bar, or simply relax on sun loungers by the pool or on the distinctive black sand beach.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Room service
  • Spa

Room options

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Garden view

Standard Villa, 1 Bedroom, Hot Tub, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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1 bedroom, memory foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Villa, 1 Bedroom, Hot Tub, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

View all photos for Superior Villa, 1 Bedroom, Hot Tub, Partial Sea View (Jacuzzi ou Banheira Hidromassagem)

1 bedroom, memory foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Villa, 1 Bedroom, Hot Tub, Partial Sea View (Jacuzzi ou Banheira Hidromassagem)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Partial Sea View

1 bedroom, memory foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 72 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Garden View

1 bedroom, memory foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Garden View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 72 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

View all photos for Superior Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Partial Sea View

1 bedroom, memory foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Partial Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 72 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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Deluxe Studio, Pool Access, Partial Sea View | Beach/ocean view

Deluxe Studio, Pool Access, Partial Sea View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 60 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Studio, Hot Tub, Partial Sea View

Superior Studio, Hot Tub, Partial Sea View | 1 bedroom, memory foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Studio, Hot Tub, Partial Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 60 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Estrada Regional nº1, 1º Morro de Baixo, Ribeira Seca, Ribeira Grande, 9600-219

What's nearby

  • Santa Bárbara Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Monte Verde Beach - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Ponte dos Oito Arcos - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Igreja de Nossa Senhora das Estrelas - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Arquipélago Contemporary Arts Center - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Galp - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald’s - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante O Silva - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante da Associação Agricola de São Miguel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪A Merenda - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort

Upscale family-friendly hotel by the ocean
An adjacent golf course, a beach bar, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort. With a beachfront location, beach massages, and beach yoga, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. For some rest and relaxation, visit the outdoor treatment areas. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Areais, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Multilingual staff, beach towels, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Decks/patios, kitchenettes, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 25 for adults and EUR 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Areais

Things to do

  • 27-hole adjacent golf course
  • Beach yoga
  • Fitness classes
  • Golf carts
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 2015
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual furnishings
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out fee: EUR 25

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 75 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of EUR 75.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 45.0 per day

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 2.00 per person, per night, up to 3 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 25 for adults and EUR 25 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 40 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 40 (one-way), (up to 12 years old)
  • Pet deposit: EUR 75.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: EUR 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 25
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 45.0 per day

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, debit cards, and cash
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
Property Registration Number 8758

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Santa Barbara Eco-Beach Resort Ribeira Grande
Santa Barbara Eco-Beach Resort
Santa Barbara Eco-Beach Ribeira Grande
Santa Barbara Eco-Beach
Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort Hotel
Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort Ribeira Grande
Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort Hotel Ribeira Grande

Frequently asked questions

Does Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of EUR 75.00 per stay and a fee of EUR 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for EUR 25.

Does Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 40 per person applies.

Where is Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort located?

Located in Ribeira Grande, this beachfront hotel is next to a golf course and within 2 mi (3 km) of Honey Route Experience, Santa Bárbara Beach, and Monte Verde Beach. Caldeira Velha and Ponte dos Oito Arcos are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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