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Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive

Cape Verde · Cape Verde

Cabocan Lote, E2View location

9.2/10Excellent99 Reviews
Cleanliness9.4/109.4
Service9.4/109.4
Comfort9.6/109.6
Condition9.4/109.4
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About Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive

When you stay at Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria in Sal, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Nazarene Church and Santa Maria Municipal Market. This all-inclusive hotel is 1. 9 mi (3. 1 km) from Santa Maria Town Square and 2 mi (3.

2 km) from Ponta Preta. Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 5 outdoor swimming pools, a complimentary water park, and a fitness center.

Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a hair salon. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. This hotel is all inclusive. Rates include meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments.

Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. Grab a bite to eat at Palmeira, one of the hotel's many dining establishments, which include 5 restaurants and a coffee shop/café.

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Wind down with a drink at one of the 5 bars/lounges or 2 poolside bars. Make yourself at home in one of the 1001 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars (stocked with some free items). Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected.

Bathrooms feature showers, hair dryers, and bathrobes.

Located in Sal, Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive is by the ocean, within a 10-minute drive of Nazarene Church and Santa Maria Municipal Market. This all-inclusive hotel is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Ponta Preta and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Santa Maria Town Square.

Make yourself at home in one of the 1001 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars (stocked with some free items). Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Spa
Gym
Entertainment
Beach services
Non-smoking
Childcare
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until midnight
Check-out until 12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No elevators By ocean Professional property host/manager Ecostars Pets not allowed Service animals not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Chain Specific Standards
Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Covid-19 Health Protocol (RIU)
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

  • You need to know
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
    • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • Special Instructions
    This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. 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.
  • Instructions
    • 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.
    • Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • 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
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Spoken Language

    Portuguese

    English

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Santa Maria Pier 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Santa Maria Beach 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Ponta Preta 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Nazarene Church 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Santa Maria Town Square 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Santa Maria Municipal Market 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Kite Beach 4.8 km / 3 mi
Viveiro Botanical Garden & Zoo 4.8 km / 3 mi
Shark Bay Beach 7.6 km / 4.7 mi
Serra Negra Natural Reserve 12.5 km / 7.8 mi
Monte Curral Viewpoint 22 km / 13.7 mi
Pedra de Lume Salt Crater 27.3 km / 16.9 mi
Buracona 30.8 km / 19.1 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Year of construction: 2020
  • Total number of rooms: 1001
  • Number of floors (main building): 1
  • Annexe (s): 6
  • Number of floors (annexe): 3
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  • City centre
  • Airport
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
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  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Car hireExtra charge
  • Laundry serviceExtra charge
  • Multilingual staff
  • Currency exchange facilitiesExtra charge
  • Shop
  • Terrace
  • Sun terrace
  • Gym
  • Clothes dryer
  • Towels and bed linen
  • Café
  • Bar
  • Restaurant: 5
  • Non-smoking area
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Show cooking
  • Swim-up bar
  • 24h dining café
  • Indoor freshwater pool: 1
  • Outdoor freshwater pool: 5
  • Children’s swimming area: 1
  • Sun loungers
  • Parasols
  • WaterSlides
  • Children playground
  • Kids’ club
  • Entertainment programme for adults
  • Waterpark
  • Steam bath
  • MassageExtra charge
  • Hairdressing salonExtra charge
  • Beauty salonExtra charge
  • Spa centreExtra charge
  • Ecostars ESG AI
  • All inclusive
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • DivingExtra charge
  • Windsurfing
  • Fitness
  • Beach volleyball
Meal plans

Meal plan types

Meal options depend on the room and rate you choose. Search your dates to see which meal plans are included.

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Meals and selected drinks/services may be included.

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Room types

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  • TWIN SEA VIEW WITH BALCONYTWIN • SEA VIEW WITH BALCONYTWN.BL-VM

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    TWIN SEA VIEW WITH BALCONY

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
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    SEA VIEW WITH BALCONY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.BL-VM

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  • FAMILY ROOM TWO BEDSFAMILY ROOM • TWO BEDSFAM.2B

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    FAMILY ROOM TWO BEDS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
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    TWO BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.2B

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  • Double or Twin SEA VIEWDouble or Twin • SEA VIEWDBT.VM-1

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    Double or Twin SEA VIEW

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    SEA VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.VM-1

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • Room POOL VIEWRoom • POOL VIEWROO.VP

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    Room POOL VIEW

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    POOL VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.VP

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • Double or Twin GRANDDouble or Twin • GRANDDBT.GD

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    Double or Twin GRAND

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
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    GRAND

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.GD

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    Room STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • FAMILY ROOM WITH BALCONYFAMILY ROOM • WITH BALCONYFAM.BL

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    FAMILY ROOM WITH BALCONY

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
    View / characteristic
    WITH BALCONY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.BL

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • Room GRANDRoom • GRANDROO.GD

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    Room GRAND

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    GRAND

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.GD

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • Room SEA VIEWRoom • SEA VIEWROO.VM

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    Room SEA VIEW

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    SEA VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.VM

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • Room SEA VIEW WITH BALCONYRoom • SEA VIEW WITH BALCONYROO.BL-VM

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    Room SEA VIEW WITH BALCONY

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    SEA VIEW WITH BALCONY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.BL-VM

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Double or Twin SEA VIEWDouble or Twin • SEA VIEW • 1 Bedroom • 29 m²DBT.VM
    Double or Twin SEA VIEWPhoto unavailable3 photos

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    Double or Twin SEA VIEW

    Room photos

    3 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    29 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    2 × Single bed 80-130 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    SEA VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.VM

    Room amenities

    • Centrally regulated air conditioning
    • Safe
    • Balcony
    • Wi-fi
    • Make-up mirror
    • Fan
    • Satellite TV
    • Housekeeping
    • Electric Kettle: 1
    • Bathroom: 1
    • Shower
    • Hairdryer
    • TV
    • Internet access
    • Minibar

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Direct dial telephone

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Double or Twin POOL VIEWDouble or Twin • POOL VIEW • 1 Bedroom • 30 m²DBT.VP
    Double or Twin POOL VIEWPhoto unavailable6 photos

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    Double or Twin POOL VIEW

    Room photos

    6 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    30 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    POOL VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.VP

    Room amenities

    • Shower
    • Electric Kettle: 1
    • Outdoor swimming pool
    • Housekeeping
    • Satellite TV
    • Fan
    • Make-up mirror
    • Bathrobes
    • Wi-fi
    • Bathroom: 1
    • Terrace
    • Safe
    • Centrally regulated air conditioning
    • Minibar
    • TV
    • Hairdryer

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Direct dial telephone

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE WITH PRIVATE POOLDOUBLE • WITH PRIVATE POOLDBL.PP

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    DOUBLE WITH PRIVATE POOL

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    WITH PRIVATE POOL

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.PP

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST

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    TWIN STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE GRANDDOUBLE • GRANDDBL.GD

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    DOUBLE GRAND

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    GRAND

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.GD

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Double or Twin WITH DOUBLE BEDDouble or Twin • WITH DOUBLE BED • 1 Bedroom • 29 m²DBT.DB
    Double or Twin WITH DOUBLE BEDPhoto unavailable4 photos

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    Double or Twin WITH DOUBLE BED

    Room photos

    4 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    29 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    2 × Single bed 80-130 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    WITH DOUBLE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.DB

    Room amenities

    • Electric Kettle: 1
    • Housekeeping
    • Satellite TV
    • Fan
    • Make-up mirror
    • Bathrobes
    • Wi-fi
    • Balcony
    • Safe
    • Bathroom: 1
    • Centrally regulated air conditioning
    • Minibar
    • TV
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Direct dial telephone

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • FAMILY ROOM STANDARDFAMILY ROOM • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 40 m²FAM.ST
    FAMILY ROOM STANDARDPhoto unavailable5 photos

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    FAMILY ROOM STANDARD

    Room photos

    5 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    40 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 2–4 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 2
    Bed setup
    2 × Single bed 80-130 width, King-size bed 150-183 width, Sofa bed
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.ST

    Room amenities

    • Bathroom: 1
    • Living room: 1
    • Safe
    • Centrally regulated air conditioning
    • Minibar
    • Balcony
    • Electric Kettle: 1
    • Housekeeping
    • Satellite TV
    • Fan
    • Make-up mirror
    • Bathrobes
    • Shower
    • Hairdryer
    • TV
    • Wi-fi

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Direct dial telephone

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE SEA VIEWDOUBLE • SEA VIEWDBL.VM

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    DOUBLE SEA VIEW

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    SEA VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.VM

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Double or Twin STANDARDDouble or Twin • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 32 m²DBT.ST-1
    Double or Twin STANDARDPhoto unavailable5 photos

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    Double or Twin STANDARD

    Room photos

    5 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    32 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 2–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    Sofa bed, 2 × Single bed 80-130 width, King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.ST-1

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi
    • Electric Kettle: 1
    • Housekeeping
    • Satellite TV
    • Fan
    • Make-up mirror
    • Bathrobes
    • TV
    • Balcony
    • Safe
    • Bathroom: 1
    • Shower
    • Hairdryer
    • Centrally regulated air conditioning
    • Minibar

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Direct dial telephone

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE TWO BEDSDOUBLE • TWO BEDSDBL.2B

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    DOUBLE TWO BEDS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    TWO BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.2B

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Double or Twin STANDARDDouble or Twin • STANDARDDBT.ST

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    Double or Twin STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • FAMILY ROOM KING SIZE BEDFAMILY ROOM • KING SIZE BEDFAM.KG

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    FAMILY ROOM KING SIZE BED

    Room photos

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.KG

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  • DOUBLE SINGLE USE STANDARDDOUBLE SINGLE USE • STANDARDDUS.ST

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    DOUBLE SINGLE USE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 1
    Room type
    DOUBLE SINGLE USE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DUS.ST

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  • Bed in dormitory STANDARDBed in dormitory • STANDARDBED.ST

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    Bed in dormitory STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    Bed in dormitory
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: BED.ST

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  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG

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    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.KG

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  • TWIN WITH DOUBLE BEDTWIN • WITH DOUBLE BEDTWN.DB

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    TWIN WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    WITH DOUBLE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.DB

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  • DOUBLE WITH BALCONYDOUBLE • WITH BALCONYDBL.BL

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    DOUBLE WITH BALCONY

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    WITH BALCONY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.BL

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 29 m²DBL.ST
    DOUBLE STANDARDPhoto unavailable1 photo

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

    Room photos

    1 photo

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    29 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Bed setup
    2 × Single bed 80-130 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.ST

    Room amenities

    • Electric Kettle: 1
    • Housekeeping
    • Satellite TV
    • Fan
    • Make-up mirror
    • Wi-fi
    • Safe
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Centrally regulated air conditioning
    • Minibar
    • TV
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    • Bathroom: 1

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Direct dial telephone

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

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    Room RUN OF HOUSE

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    RUN OF HOUSE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.RO

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.ST-1

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive

9.2
Excellent
99 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.4 /10
Service
9.4 /10
Comfort
9.6 /10
Condition
9.4 /10
Amenities
9.0 /10
50 reviews shown
8/10
Excellent
24 Jun 2026
Florian
Ich hatte zwei Kakerlaken bei mir im Zimmer. Die Klimaanlage hat laut gequietscht und wurde auf Nachfrage nicht repariert. Das Gym war nicht gut ausgestattet. Das Restaurant war gut. Der Strand wunderschön!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
15 May 2026
Barbara
The room was clean every day. Pool and spa was excellent condition.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Apr 2026
Pedro
I am Pedro Ramos. Everything in the Riu Palace is the best.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
27 Mar 2026
Gregory
Hotel spotlessly clean, food varied and really good. Pools and beach had plenty of sunloungers, plenty of shade. Staff polite and friendly. Minor problem with light switch in room was solved in half an hour. Everything you'd expect from a Riu hotel.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Mar 2026
Renel
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Self
8/10
Excellent
03 Mar 2026
Peter
Schöner Aufenthalt, überall sehr aufmerksames Personal!
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
06 Feb 2026
Werner
The room was quiet the food was partially good.
The Steakhouse was really bad
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jan 2026
William
Yes, l must say the staff at all levels work tremendously hard to make my stay enjoyable.
Every where l went there was someone proactive from the restaurants, bars , toilets and room staff
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Dec 2025
Joelle
Top
Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 Dec 2025
Georges
Hotel Parfait et mérite bien sa note
Immeuble bien répartis, espaces verts bien entretenus
Services impeccables et personnel souriant et à l’écoute
Application géniale pour entretien, réparation dans chambre et réservations restaurants
Les buffets et restaurants sont absolument irréprochables
Nous recommandons sans hésitation
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Oct 2025
Joao Carlos
Fantastic Staf
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
20 May 2025
Nikeda
Beautiful area and lovely staff
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
27 Apr 2025
Luca Ugo
Perfect!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Apr 2025
Marcine
The rooms were very nice. We enjoyed lots of options for the meals and several locations to choose from. Gym and spa were great. Loved the pools and activities!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Feb 2025
Claudine
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.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Dec 2024
Inacio
Restaurante servers were amazing.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Nov 2024
Lisa
Wonderful hotel with plenty of pool options and very close to town.
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
03 Nov 2024
Luciano

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
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Oct 2024
Lisa
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!
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
16 May 2024
Claydir
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
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jan 2023
Olamide
Great experience, looks just like pictures, worthwhile resort…although pricy
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Jul 2022
Peridice
Beautiful Property but doesn't have any of the local architecture or culture in the design or esthetics of the property.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jun 2022
Xaverie
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.
Leisure Family_with_children
4/10
Poor
13 May 2022
Peter
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
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Apr 2022
Jackson Flomo
Nice, very nice!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Mar 2022
Manuel
Great stay
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
28 Feb 2022
Ellie
Pros: plenty of food and drinks to go around. You'll rarely, if ever, go hungry or thirsty. Some lovely staff in some of the restaurants. Plenty of loungers. Lovely white sand beach.

Cons: food quality very varied depending on where you go. Rooms are not fitting for a 5* property. Our room had lots of ants and mosquitoes, the motion sensor bathroom light shines straight through the frosted glass into the bedroom when you're trying to sleep, and the doors are useless at soundproofing so you can hear everything happening in the echo-y hallways. The people trying to sell excursions on the beach are really aggressive so you feel like you can never relax on the beach.
8/10
Excellent
23 Jun 2026
Marie Helene
Plage magnifique!! Un peu compliqué pour rester au bord de l’eau , les transats sont sous les palmiers assez éloignés sinon belles piscines et beaux jardins
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
14 May 2026
Andrea
Struttura pulita, servizi ok.
Tuttavia sottolineo un grave fatto: essendoci accorti di un furto avvenuto nella nostra camera ( nulla di costoso, una semplice barretta di cioccolato ) mi sono recato in reception per segnalare l’avvenuto. Come potete capire non é per il valore economico, ma é il fatto che qualcuno con la possibilità di entrare nella stanza si é permesso di appropriarsi di un oggetto di proprietà dei clienti (abbiamo poi guarda caso trovato a terra, nel corridoio che portava alla stanza, la cartina della barretta in questione, che essendo una barretta particolare e portata dall’Italia siamo sicuri fosse quella nostra).
La cosa grave è che, riferito dell’accaduto in reception, mi sono sentito rispondere di mettere il cartello sulla maniglia della porta dove si richiedeva di non entrare nella stanza per evitare che il personale entrasse ed eventualmente rubasse qualcosa.
Credo che la questione sia stata gestita molto male dal personale, dato che non siamo più stati contattati da nessuno della struttura né per una scusa né per ricevere rassicurazioni, dato che è evidente che da quel giorno in poi ci siamo sentiti estremamente a disagio stando all’interno della nostra stanza.
Sottolineo che non ho ricevuto NESSUNA comunicazione o scusa né durante la permanenza in struttura né una volta effettuato il check out. Dal gruppo RIU mi aspettavo sinceramente di meglio, data la caratura della società e il costo non indifferente del soggiorno.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
10 May 2026
Riccardo
Camera spaziosa e pulita, distanze accettabili dai servizi nonostante le grandi dimensioni del resort. Piscine molto frequentate ma in numero sufficiente e molto ben tenute e pulite. Spiaggia molto pulita ed accessibile comodamente. Buon wifi in tutta la struttura. Begli show inclusi (per il resto animazione discreta). Vero all inclusive, compresi alcoolici e ristoranti alla carta (su prenotazione).
Se i buffet sono ricchi e buoni, non lo stesso si può dire dei ristoranti su prenotazione, davvero dimenticabili
Buona l'offerta di escursioni. Pubblico misto ma un po' avanti con l'età, forse dovuto alla bassa stagione europea, da dove arriva la quasi totalità dei turisti
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Apr 2026
Susanna
struttura fantastica dotata di ogni confort veramente all inclusive
Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jan 2026
brigitte
Tout etait parfait, le personnel souriant et attentionne
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jan 2026
Afonso
O lugar é amplo com muitas comodidades, limpo, muito bonito e a praia é gigante. Comida muito bom com uma variedade gigante
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2025
Antonio

Um 5 estrelas, sem dúvida!!!

Instalações, staff, restaurantes, comida, limpeza, etc… Tudo impecável.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Mar 2025
Maja
Amazing!
10/10
Exceptional
22 Feb 2025
RICARDO

Muito bom

Fiquei positivamente bem impressionado com a qualidade e serviço do hotel, o primeiro verdadeiro 5 estrelas em Cabo Verde
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jan 2025
Marcos Escudero
Riu Palace Santa María ofrece una gran oportunidad para disfrutar de la playa, el sol y la buena gente de Cabo Verde por unos días maravillosos.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Dec 2024
Maria Dolores Judith
I loved almost everything , the kids show was our favorite, and I only wish we had more time to try all the restaurants at the resort, we will be back for sure !😊
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
20 Nov 2024
SOPHIE Sylvie
Un hôtel de grande capacité mais on ne le ressent pas. Très propre. Nourriture variée en quantité et bonne. Piscine super et très belle plage
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Nov 2024
Jacques
I like everything
10/10
Exceptional
09 Oct 2024
DIDIER
Excellent hôtel à tous les points de vue (plage, piscines, bars, restaurants, animation ...).
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Dec 2023
Aimerick

Vacances de rêve au cap-Vert !!

Plage de rêve (sable fin, eau translucide, aucun déchets ni algues...), toboggans du parc aquatique supers tant pour les enfants que les adultes, restauration et bars de qualité tant en choix que goût....
Très grand hôtel (1001 chambres!) mais bien dimensionné au niveau des installations communes qui fait que vous pouvez profiter de tout sans attente ni bousculade.
Aucun problème de sécurité (police et sécurité privée sur place pour faire le ménage sur la plage parmi les vendeurs sans autorisations par exemple).
En bref, de superbes vacances, merci Riu Palace Santa Maria !!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 May 2023
Isabelle Renée
Séjour très agréable. Personnel avenant et réactif. Établissement très bien entretenue. Équipe d’animation au top lors des spectacles en soirée.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Apr 2023
Nicolas
Établissement très propre, très bien situé, personnel aux petits soins, et équipe d’animation formidable
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
11 Apr 2023
Gianni
malgré la taille de l'établissement et donc du nombre de vacanciers, il n'y a aucun problème pour avoir de la place sur la plage qui est magnifique, car tout le monde reste au bords des piscines.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
26 Feb 2023
Sandra
Un très bel hôtel très grand mais les constructions non finalisées autour gâche le paysage !
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jan 2023
philippe
.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Nov 2022
Giovanna
Ottima struttura dotata di molti confort
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Sep 2022
AXEL
Les repas etaient excellents la chambre tres bien amenage et le personnel tres reactif
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Apr 2022
Carmen
wir hatten einen wunderschönen Aufenthalt im Riu Palace. Unser Villa Pool Zimmer war ein Traum und die Hotelanlage ebenso. Das Essen war köstlich, die Auswahl an Speisen riesig. Wir durften eine traumhaft schöne Woche hier verbringen und kommen auf jeden Fall wieder. 100% weiterempfehlung
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Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive
Cabocan Lote, E2, Santa Maria, Cape Verde

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