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Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive

5.0 star property
Upscale beachfront hotel with 5 outdoor pools

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Relax in a tranquil pool area surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.
Enjoy a meal at Pepe's food buffet with a variety of stations and a clean, contemporary design.
Enter a stylish lobby with a high ceiling, polished floor, and modern chandelier.
Experience the vibrant atmosphere of our hotel lobby, featuring a central buffet area with glass display cases and comfortable seating areas.
Enjoy stunning ocean views from this beachfront hotel's spacious rooms.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • All inclusive
  • Gym
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Cabocan Lote E2, Santa Maria, Sal, Cape Verde, 32
  • Santa Maria Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Santa Maria Pier
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Kite Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Sal Island (SID-Amilcar Cabral Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Double Room (Swim-up - Adults Only) | Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (Swim-up - Adults Only)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room (Large) | Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (Large)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Sal

Beachside getaway.You'll find Santa Maria Pier and Santa Maria Beach within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Nazarene Church and Santa Maria Town Square are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Santa Maria Town Square - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Santa Maria Beach - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Santa Maria Pier - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Shark Bay Beach - 13 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Kite Beach - 15 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • Sal Island (SID-Amilcar Cabral Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪restaurante Américo's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bar de Praia - Oasis Atlantico - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Cabo Verde Riu Funana - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Espargos - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Calema - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive

Upscale beachfront hotel with 5 outdoor pools
Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive 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 - All Inclusive 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
Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive 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.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Renova Spa. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Travelife, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 5 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free water park access
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Waterslide

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 poolside bars
  • 2 swim-up bars
  • 5 bars/lounges
  • 5 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • 5 outdoor pools
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Children's pool
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fitness classes
  • Free children's club
  • Free water park
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Kayaking
  • Playground
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Water sports equipment
  • Waterslide
  • Windsurfing

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free minibar (limited items)

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

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.

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 reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses a grey water recycling system
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Covid-19 Health Protocol (RIU)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, 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. 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).

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive to the airport?

Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive is 12.1 mi (20-min drive) away from the Sal Island (SID-Amilcar Cabral Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive?

As of Jul 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive on Jul 23, 2025 start from $423.66, excluding 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.

Does Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive.

How close is Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive offer free breakfast?

Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive?

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

Is there free parking at Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive have a pool?

Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive features 5 outdoor pools, an indoor pool, and a children's pool.

Does Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive have a restaurant?

There are 5 onsite restaurants, offering options like Fusion cuisine, al fresco dining, and a poolside location.

Does Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Renova Spa, where you can enjoy massages.

How close is Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive to downtown Sal?

Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive is 1.2 mi away from Santa Maria.

Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 73 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dwight

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel with access to a wonderful beach. Because it was winter, we were not able to do watersports because of the sea condition but it was still fun and kids enjoyed the park and the waterslides. Excellent destination for family.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reiner Jürgen

Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inacio

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Restaurante servers were amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, Brooklyn

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel with plenty of pool options and very close to town.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Luciano

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Suit ruined in laundry service

A disaster the serice. You ruined me a suit that I gave for laundry with a “Delicate” message. You washed it by hand. An Hugo Boss suit. I complaint at receñtion and after 2 days I was comoletely left alone, with manager not facing the situation and the front office manager asking me to ask my personal insurance. I demand compensation I put a complaint at front desk
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, Brooklyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I initially booked a week in an oceanfront room but decided to extend my stay in Sal after my flight to Praia was canceled. No other resort can compete with the RIU Santa Maria. There are at least three pools, five to six restaurants, 24 hour service. Hotel staff like Nilton at reception and the ladies at the coffee bar made my solo visit to the island much more enjoyable. The resort sent a bottle of brut to my room in recognition of my birthday (they must have noticed the date on my passport). Book room 6238 in block 6 for beautiful sea views and its proximity to the beach and pools! Also take advantage of the resort spa. Pro tip: download the RIU app to book dinners at the specialty restaurants. Food in the primary dining room is exquisite. Everything is perfect and stunningly clean. I am looking forward to a return visit one day!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tasnia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Claydir

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Our room has no ac and took two days for them to come and check. They wanted to downgrade our room to another room that had ac which wasn’t as good either
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny, Kentwood

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kina

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Josiana

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joao Carlos

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olamide

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience, looks just like pictures, worthwhile resort…although pricy

8/10 Good

Peridice, Brockton

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Property but doesn't have any of the local architecture or culture in the design or esthetics of the property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Xaverie

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean and big. You can be sure to walk off all the food from the all inclusive. The staff are very welcoming. Special mention to reception staff Lewis and Leno Reis who were patient with our requirements and also made recommendation on must visit local places. They were always on hand with any queries we had. Also a special mention to bar member Giovanni who went out of his way to ensure he assisted me as i was carrying a baby and another child on hand. The entertainment was also great. My 4 year old loved the kids' club and the staff really do have patience with the kids! There are enough pools to choose from and further entertainment in the pool giving it the Cape Verdian atmosphere. The weather is the beautiful African heat even when they say clouds are grey; the wind you get on that siade of the coast is actually welcomed. I will most certainly visit again.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I are very happy positive polite people, our glass is always half full as oppose to half empty, we rarely leave feedback but on this occasion I must. My wife and I visited the Rui Palace Hotel from the 10/03/22 to 20/03/22, We were so excited having had friends that stayed there over Christmas They so enthusiastic with the array of fresh seafood that was on offer, Tuna and Grouper etc on a daily basis, and to celebrate my wife's Birthday (my wife is a vegetarian with the addition of fish in her diet,So 5 star luxury with fresh sea food, delicious fruit would be perfect However our experience was not a pleasant one, Quantity is not better than Quality, the food was very bland and invariably cold or lukewarm, the salad and fruit had no taste, the only fresh looking fish that was on offer once, was a whole trout obviously cooked from frozen, plenty of frozen hake fillets was cooked daily tasted of nothing The fish I caught from the beach in the early mornings, that was graciously cooked by the lovely lady's at the swim up bar was the only fresh fish I ate, my wife was ill room bound for three days (tummy bug) I was the same a few days later. (no food eaten off the complex) I emailed the manager with our experience and had no response VERY DISSAPOINTED The entertainment staff were fantastic
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fraser

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Etti

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackson Flomo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice, very nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022