Santa Maria Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The beautiful beach of Santa Maria, Sal, Cape Verde; Shutterstock ID 212098636
Aerial view of Santa Maria beach in Sal Cape Verde - Cabo Verde
A beautiful small beach in the Center of Santa Maria City Cabo Verde
Local fisherman returning with the day’s catch, off Santa Maria pier in Sal, Cape Verde. A bustling fish market run directly from the pier! #caboverde
Colourful boats on Santa Maria beach in Cape Verde
Melia Dunas Beach Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

Melia Dunas Beach Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

5 out of 5
Rua Andrade Corvo Sal
The price is NZ$400 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
NZ$400
26 Apr - 27 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Sal. Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Viveiro Botanical Garden & Zoo and Ponta Preta ...
7.2/10 Good! (176 reviews)
Room was dated. TVs dud not work. Room was never cleaned. Towels never changed, Beds never made! Too many kids!

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Melia Dunas Beach Resort & Spa - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive

5 out of 5
Cabocan Lote E2, Santa Maria Sal Cape Verde
The price is NZ$662 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
NZ$662
25 Apr - 26 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 5 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Santa Maria Beach and Ponta Preta are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (86 reviews)
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Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive
Hotel Sobrado

Hotel Sobrado

3.5 out of 5
Entrada Santa Maria Ilha Do Sal Sal Sal
The price is NZ$204 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
NZ$204
2 Apr - 3 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Sal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Santa Maria Town Square and Santa Maria Municipal Market ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (92 reviews)
Lovely hotel, great value for money. Small issues fixed promptly.

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Hotel Sobrado
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Agua Hotels Sal Vila Verde Resort

Agua Hotels Sal Vila Verde Resort

3.5 out of 5
Santa Maria Sal
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Sal. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in ...
7.8/10 Good! (141 reviews)
Room was very clean and had a cleaner in every day. Had a restaurant and shop not even 5 minutes down the road. Perfect location, the area was pretty quiet when we went in march which was perfect for us. There were busses running to Santa Maria snd was a 20-30 minute walk down and taxis right outside ...

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Agua Hotels Sal Vila Verde Resort
Branco Suites

Branco Suites

4.5 out of 5
Santa Maria Sal Sal
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Sal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and concierge services. Popular attractions Santa Maria Town Square and Santa Maria Municipal ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews)
Amazing staff, lovely spacious room! Great recommendations and just overall a fantastic stay. Would recommend!!

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Branco Suites
Porto Antigo Hotel Residence

Porto Antigo Hotel Residence

3.5 out of 5
Rua 15 Agosto Sal
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Sal. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Santa Maria Town Square and Santa Maria Municipal ...
7/10 Good! (65 reviews)
This was a lovely hotel very close to the centre of Santa Maria

Reviewed on 16 June 2025

Porto Antigo Hotel Residence
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Popular places to visit

Dog resting in front of a fisher boat in Santa Maria beach in Sal Cape Verde - Cabo Verde; Shutterstock ID 243218044

Santa Maria Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Santa Maria Beach during your travels in Santa Maria? You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Santa Maria Beach

Santa Maria Town Square

You can find out about the history of Santa Maria when you stop by Santa Maria Town Square. Stroll along this relaxing area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars.

Santa Maria Town Square

Santa Maria Pier

Santa Maria Pier is just one of the places to see in Santa Maria, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars.

Santa Maria Pier

Shark Bay Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Shark Bay Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Santa Maria. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Shark Bay Beach

Kite Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kite Beach during your trip to Santa Maria? Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars.

Kite Beach

Ponta Preta

You can find out about the history of Santa Maria when you stop by Ponta Preta. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars.

Ponta Preta

Activities

Monster Truck on 45° Obstacle

Complete Adventure Ride on a Monster Truck Cabo Verde

NZ$49
per adult
Complete Adventure Ride on a Monster Truck Cabo Verde
Santa Maria: Salt Mine, Natural Pool, and Shark Bay Tour

Santa Maria: Salt Mine, Natural Pool, and Shark Bay Tour

NZ$95
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Maria: Salt Mine, Natural Pool, and Shark Bay Tour
So cool!

Snorkeling in Santa Maria Island of Salt

NZ$59
per adult
Snorkeling in Santa Maria Island of Salt
3-Hour Shark Bay and Salt Lakes in Sal Island Guided Tour

3-Hour Shark Bay and Salt Lakes in Sal Island Guided Tour

NZ$63
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
3-Hour Shark Bay and Salt Lakes in Sal Island Guided Tour
Murdeira: Sal Island Nature Reserve and Fishing Village Tour

Murdeira: Sal Island Nature Reserve and Fishing Village Tour

NZ$85
per adult
Murdeira: Sal Island Nature Reserve and Fishing Village Tour
Island Adventure with Shark Experience from Santa Maria

Island Adventure with Shark Experience from Santa Maria

NZ$85
per adult
Island Adventure with Shark Experience from Santa Maria
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Cities near Santa Maria

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