Hotel Pontao

3.0 star property
Beach location and outdoor pool

Photo gallery for Hotel Pontao

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Lobby
Superior Double or Twin Room
Front of property
View from room

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov

Explore the area

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Edificio Pontao, Santa Maria, Sal, 4111
  • Place, Santa Maria Pier
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Maria Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Maria Town Square
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sal Island (SID-Amilcar Cabral Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

Superior Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Desk
In-room safe
  • 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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Desk
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double or Twin Room, Pool View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Desk
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Sal

Hotel Pontao puts you in the heart of Sal, within just a 10-minute stroll of Nazarene Church and Santa Maria Pier. Highlights at this beach hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Sal hotel include Santa Maria Beach and Santa Maria Town Square.

What's nearby

  • Santa Maria Pier - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Maria Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Nazarene Church - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Maria Town Square - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kite Beach - 12 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Papaya - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bar Ponto - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Genuine Grill & Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Quiosque olá Brasil - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Cafe - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Hotel Pontao

Beach location and outdoor pool
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Hotel Pontao. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Sal hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 79 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Pontao offers 79 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return 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 lift
  • 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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Pontao

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Pontao?

Hotel Pontao offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Pontao?

As of 28 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Pontao on 31 Oct 2025 start from NZ$134.83, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Hotel Pontao?

Yep, Hotel Pontao has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Pontao?

Yep, Hotel Pontao is a short 6-minute walk from Santa Maria Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling and windsurfing.

Does Hotel Pontao have a pool?

Hotel Pontao has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Hotel Pontao a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Pontao.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Pontao?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Pontao?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Pontao?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Pontao?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.