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Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria

0-star property
Cabocan Lote E2, Santa Maria, Sal, Cape Verde 0508 053 286
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Hotel Description

A luxury stay in Sal awaits you at Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria. You'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Santa Maria Pier and 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Santa Maria Beach. Highlights at this all-inclusive hotel include 5 restaurants, 5 outdoor swimming pools, and a full-service spa.

A day of pampering at Renova Spa can include massages along with access to the steam room. The buffet restaurant, Palmeira, is open for breakfast and dinner. With 2 poolside bars and 5 lounge bars to choose from, you can enjoy a drink at the hotel. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sun loungers, and enjoy the onsite free water park and indoor swimming pool. Additionally, you'll find free WiFi in public areas, a gym, and a free kids' club. Free buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

With a stay at this 5-star Sal hotel, you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Nazarene Church and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Santa Maria Town Square.

Double Room

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
NZ$490* Per night/room 1 May - 2 May

Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Double Room (Large)

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Family Room

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Double Room (Swim-up - Adults Only)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

About the Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria

Location Cabocan Lote E2, Santa Maria, Sal, Cape Verde 32

All-inclusive Details

  • Gratuities not included
  • Minibar (all beverages included)
  • In-room liquor dispensers
  • Snorkelling included
  • Kayaking included
  • Surfing/boogie boarding included
  • Windsurfing included
  • Fitness facilities included
  • Volleyball included
  • On-site live performances included
  • All meals served buffet style
  • Buffet and à la carte dining
  • All available beverages included
  • Scuba diving lessons not included
  • On-site entertainment and activities included
  • Spa/beauty facilities and services included.
  • Limited spa services included
  • Kids club included

Property Features

Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria is an all-inclusive hotel. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities. Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. At Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria you can cool off in one of the 5 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa. Free breakfast is served daily. There are 5 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. For a drink, you can stop by one of the onsite bars, including 2 swim-up bars and 5 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. This all-inclusive hotel also offers a complimentary water park, a complimentary children's club, and a children's pool. This 5-star Sal hotel is smoke free.

  • 1001 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 7 buildings
  • 5 dining venues
  • 2 bars by the pool
  • 2 swim-up bars
  • 5 bars or lounges
  • Built in 2020
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Coffee shop

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Room Amenities

Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria offers 1001 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars (stocked with some free items) and safes. Rooms open to balconies. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

  • Private balcony
  • Stocked minibar (select free items)
  • Electric kettle
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Change of towels (on request)

Food & Drink

Guests are served free buffet breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Palmeira - This buffet restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).

Krystal - This theme restaurant specializes in Fusion cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required. Open daily.

Dorayaki - This theme restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open daily.

La Pappardella - This theme restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Praia - This poolside theme restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Spa Services

  • Massages
  • Minimum age to access spa is 18
  • Steam room in spa

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at midnight

Special check-in instructions:

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria

Policies

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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property uses a grey water recycling system. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Covid-19 Health Protocol (RIU).

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Service animals not allowed
  • Debit cards
  • UnionPay
  • Staffed front desk
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Credit card pre-authorisation
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitisation guidelines Covid-19 Health Protocol (RIU)
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Reservation might be required for some facilities on site
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Humane animal treatment
  • Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
  • Comprehensive food waste policy

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CVE 276.00 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.

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Hotel Names

  • Riu Palace Santa Maria Sal
  • Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria Sal
  • Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria Hotel
  • Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria Hotel Sal
  • Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria All Inclusive

You should know

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Awards & Affiliations

  • Travelife
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