Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive

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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.2

Wonderful

Luxury all-inclusive hotel by the ocean

Santa Maria Beach is located near Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive, which provides a free breakfast buffet, free water park access and 2 swim-up bars. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, sunloungers and windsurfing. Indulge in a massage at Renova Spa, the on-site spa. At the 5 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and Fusion cuisine. Fitness classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include beach volleyball, kayaking and surfing/body boarding. In addition to 2 poolside bars and concerts and live shows, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is S$523
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

Double Room (Large)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a view of the outdoors.

Double Room (Swim-up - Adults Only)

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

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a mirror.

Family Room

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds
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About the area

Located in Sal, Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive is on the beach. Shoppers can check out Santa Maria Municipal Market, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Santa Maria Beach and Serra Negra Natural Reserve. With scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Sal travel guide
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Cabocan Lote E2, Santa Maria, Sal, Cape Verde, 32

What's nearby

  • A boat on a sandy beach with a dog lying nearby.
    Santa Maria Beach
    8 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Santa Maria Town Square
    6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Viveiro Botanical Garden & Zoo
    8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Santa Maria Pier
    8 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Shark Bay Beach
    14 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • RIU Cabo Verde Restaurant Promenade
    14 min walk
  • Bar de Praia - Oasis Atlantico
    6 min drive
  • Magellan Restaurant
    4 min drive
  • Pool Bar
    7 min drive
  • Papaya
    6 min drive

About this property

Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive

  • Luxury all-inclusive hotel by the ocean
  • Santa Maria Beach is located near Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive, which provides a free breakfast buffet, free water park access and 2 swim-up bars. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, sunloungers and windsurfing. Indulge in a massage at Renova Spa, the on-site spa. At the 5 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and Fusion cuisine. Fitness classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include beach volleyball, kayaking and surfing/body boarding. In addition to 2 poolside bars and concerts and live shows, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • 5 outdoor pools and an indoor pool, along with a waterslide, 2 swim-up bars and sunloungers
    • Bike hire, ATM/banking services and multilingual staff
    • Water sports equipment, smoke-free property and a gift shop
    • A water dispenser, evening entertainment and a 24-hour front desk
  • Room features
  • All 1001 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and minibars (stocked with some free items).
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, balconies and electric kettles

All-inclusive details

  • This hotel is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

    • Buffet and à la carte meals, snacks and beverages included
    • In-room minibar (all beverages included)
    • In-room liquor dispensers

Water activities

    • Kayaking
    • Snorkelling
    • Surfing/body boarding
    • Windsurfing

Land activities

    • Fitness facilities
    • Volleyball
    • Spa facilities
    • Limited spa services
    • Children's club

Entertainment

    • On-site entertainment and activities
    • On-site live performances

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-certified property
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Ecostars. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an indoor pool, 5 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

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

As of 25 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive on 1 Nov, 2026 start from S$523, 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 Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive?

This property doesn't offer parking.

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. After-hours check-in is not available.

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

Checkout is at noon.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive. Activities include windsurfing, snorkelling, kayaking and more.

Where is Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive located?

Nestled on the beach, this Sal hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Santa Maria Pier, Santa Maria Beach and Ponta Preta. Nazarene Church and Santa Maria Town Square are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 99 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 99 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 99 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 99 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 99 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful area and lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 !😊
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The room was quiet the food was partially good. The Steakhouse was really bad
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean every day. Pool and spa was excellent condition.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am Pedro Ramos. Everything in the Riu Palace is the best.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic Staf
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Restaurante servers were amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Top
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Unbelievable view at sunset
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like everything
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026