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The 10 Best Holiday Rentals in Santa Maria, Cape Verde

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A recently renovated property, Branco Suites - Rooms & Holiday Apartments is located in Santa Maria near Praia de Santa Maria, Praia António Sousa and Ponta da Fragata Beach. The property features city and inner courtyard views, and is 500 metres from Nazarene Church. The accommodation provides a lift, full-day security and luggage storage for guests.

Everything was perfect! The apartment was great, in a quiet area and close to the pedestrian street and the beach. The kitchen had everything you needed in case you wanted to cook anything, big balcony, comfortable mattress, clean bathroom. Dali and Zuela are absolutely amazing, they arranged a taxi from us from the airport so everything went smooth. They are always there to help you with whatever you need - be it the accommodation, booking trips for you, or telling you how to find your way around the island. On top of that, when my husband got (slightly) bitten by a dog, Dali went above and beyond to find us a clinic that was open and we are grateful for that! She even helped us with other stuff after we moved to another hotel, which wasn’t her job anymore, but being the nice person that she is, she did that too. Our only regret is that we didn’t spend the whole holiday there!

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9.6
Exceptional
267 reviews
Price from
£69
per night

Offering city views, Ca GIOgió is an accommodation located in Santa Maria, less than 1 km from Praia António Sousa and a 16-minute walk from Ponta da Fragata Beach. The air-conditioned accommodation is 500 metres from Praia de Santa Maria. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

The apartment was in a excellent location , close to pier , beach ,promenade , shops and restaurants , all a 10 minute walk . Antonio was a excellent host . Marion and i would definitely stay at this apartment if we were to return . We had seen other apartments but this was the best due to location , cleanliness . We had the double room apartment # 1A with a small balcony .

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9.4
Superb
111 reviews
Price from
£41
per night

Featuring a garden and views of quiet street, Casa Pau is a recently renovated country house located in Santa Maria, 200 metres from Praia António Sousa. This beachfront property offers access to a patio. The country house also offers facilities for disabled guests.

The room was very spacious and nicely decorated. The bathroom and balcony were both nice. The staff were very friendly and helpful.

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9.3
Superb
181 reviews
Price from
£40
per night

Boasting a patio with garden views, a private beach area and water sports facilities, Tortuga beach lovely 2 bed apartment and gardens can be found in Santa Maria, close to Praia da Ponta Preta and 3.6 km from Nazarene Church. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The apartment features an outdoor swimming pool with a pool bar, as well as spa facilities and a 24-hour front desk.

Amazing apartment. Has everything you need for a comfortable stay.

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9
Superb
5 reviews
Price from
£79
per night

Situated in Santa Maria, 300 metres from Praia de Santa Maria and 500 metres from Praia António Sousa, Lc Apartments - Sunshine features spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. This apartment also has a rooftop pool. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, a lift and luggage storage for guests.

The apartment is cozy and new, have a swiming pool on ruftoop with an amazing view, is located in the city center and you have everything close. The staff is super friendly and they were super helpful.

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9.6
Exceptional
9 reviews
Price from
£80
per night

Located in Santa Maria, 200 metres from Praia de Santa Maria and 400 metres from Praia António Sousa, Plaza Top floor apartment offers a terrace and air conditioning. This beachfront property offers access to a patio and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.6 km from Ponta da Fragata Beach.

Spacious apartment with a balcony overlooking the ocean located right in the heart of Santa Maria, just a 3-minute walk from the beach and a 1 to 5 minute walk to amazing restaurants and shops. The apartment has a bottle of water, towels, very comfortable matress, beach towels(!), all necessary kitchen utensils, and a new air conditioner. The apartment has good windows that block out most of the street noise, you just need to close them. The transfer from and to the airport was excellent and I also had a private tour of the island with the driver Jaime..

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9.3
Superb
6 reviews

Sunshine home Sal has a balcony and is situated in Santa Maria, within just 500 metres of Praia de Santa Maria and 1.5 km of Praia António Sousa. Among the facilities at this property are full-day security and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.

Had a perfect stay. The host Zuela met us in person and shared some tips about the surrounding area. The apartment was spacious and had everything we could need (kitchen, fridge, washing machine, microwave, safe, ...). The building has extra security on the ground floor. The beach was very close (less than 10 minutes by walking). Getting to the center of Santa Maria was easy too (15-20 minutes by walking).

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9.5
Exceptional
11 reviews
Price from
£78
per night

Situated in Santa Maria, 800 metres from Praia da Ponta Preta and 3 km from Nazarene Church, Casa Cubada features air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. This apartment features a private pool and a garden. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.5 km from Viveiro, Botanical Garden & Zoo di Terra.

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9.2
Superb
6 reviews
Price from
£72
per night

Located within 300 metres of Praia de Santa Maria and 1.7 km of Ponta da Fragata Beach, Corallo Beachfront Penthouse by Bobbywashere provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Santa Maria. The property is around 5.6 km from Viveiro, Botanical Garden & Zoo di Terra, 21 km from  Monte Curral and 26 km from Pedra Lume Salt Crater. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Praia António Sousa is a few steps away.

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9.8
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
£88
per night

Located in Santa Maria, 300 metres from Praia de Santa Maria and 500 metres from Praia António Sousa, Lc Apartments - Sunrise provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. This apartment features a rooftop pool and a garden. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, a lift and luggage storage for guests.

Super clean, spacious, centrally located

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9.4
Superb
39 reviews
Price from
£86
per night

Most booked holiday rentals in Santa Maria this month

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  • Sakaroule B&B
    Breakfast options
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 330 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Sakaroule B&B features accommodation with a garden, a terrace and a bar, around 600 metres from Praia de Santa Maria.

    The style, the atmosphere, the location and the hospitality of the hosts

  • Residencial Cabo Verde Palace
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 227 reviews

    Located within 700 metres of Praia de Santa Maria and 1.3 km of Ponta da Fragata Beach in Santa Maria, Residencial Cabo Verde Palace features accommodation with seating area.

    just by the water, Greta treatment, individual apartments

  • Ca GIOgió
    Breakfast options
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 111 reviews

    Offering city views, Ca GIOgió is an accommodation located in Santa Maria, less than 1 km from Praia António Sousa and a 16-minute walk from Ponta da Fragata Beach.

    L' accueil de nos hôtes la situation, le confort

  • Casa Pau
    Breakfast options
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 181 reviews

    Featuring a garden and views of quiet street, Casa Pau is a recently renovated country house located in Santa Maria, 200 metres from Praia António Sousa.

    All was great😁😁😁 Best housekeeper - of course „No stress”💪💪

  • Tortuga beach lovely 2 bed apartment and gardens
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5 reviews

    Boasting a patio with garden views, a private beach area and water sports facilities, Tortuga beach lovely 2 bed apartment and gardens can be found in Santa Maria, close to Praia da Ponta Preta and...

    Ausstattung gut . Lage direkt am Pool. - wenige Minuten zum Meer

  • Lc Apartments - Sunshine
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 9 reviews

    Situated in Santa Maria, 300 metres from Praia de Santa Maria and 500 metres from Praia António Sousa, Lc Apartments - Sunshine features spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free...

    Location was perfect! Short walk to the beach but also on a street that’s not too busy. Had everything we wanted for our stay. Staff were very pleasant and we felt safe. Would highly recommend.

  • Plaza Top floor apartment
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 6 reviews

    Located in Santa Maria, 200 metres from Praia de Santa Maria and 400 metres from Praia António Sousa, Plaza Top floor apartment offers a terrace and air conditioning.

  • Sunshine home Sal
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 11 reviews

    Sunshine home Sal has a balcony and is situated in Santa Maria, within just 500 metres of Praia de Santa Maria and 1.5 km of Praia António Sousa.

    Nicely decorated, lots of day to day things you need, well thought about. Good communication and available if needed

These holiday rentals in Santa Maria have options with FREE cancellation

  • Branco Suites - Rooms & Holiday Apartments
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 267 reviews

    A recently renovated property, Branco Suites - Rooms & Holiday Apartments is located in Santa Maria near Praia de Santa Maria, Praia António Sousa and Ponta da Fragata Beach.

    Worth the price, perfect location, clean and tidy. I loved it ! Amazing breakfast!

  • Lovely beach front apartment in Santa Maria
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 14 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Lovely beach front apartment in Santa Maria is located in Santa Maria, 70 metres from Praia António Sousa and 400 metres from Praia de Santa Maria.

    L appartement donne sur la mer, la terrasse permet de prendre le petit-déjeuner dehors. Marina est une hôte très sympa et réactive.

  • Beautiful apartment 2 steps from the water
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 13 reviews

    Situated in Santa Maria, just 80 metres from Praia António Sousa, Beautiful apartment 2 steps from the water features beachfront accommodation with a private beach area, an outdoor swimming pool, a...

    Úžasná lokalita - priamo na pláži s bazénom, blízko na prechádzky po promenáde , do reštaurácii a barov. Super, odporúčame

  • Apartamento Llana
    Free cancellation options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 38 reviews

    Apartamento Llana is located in Santa Maria, 400 metres from Praia de Santa Maria, 400 metres from Praia António Sousa, and 1.3 km from Ponta da Fragata Beach.

    Fabulous spacious and clean apartment in central location. Owner very nice.

  • Surfzone Beachside Apartments
    Free cancellation options available
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 128 reviews

    Surfzone Beachside Apartments is located on the seafront in Santa Maria, 100 metres from Praia de Santa Maria and 500 metres from Praia António Sousa.

    Rod est très sympa et fait tout pour faciliter le séjour.

  • Misturod - Holiday Apartments
    Free cancellation options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 129 reviews

    Set in Santa Maria, 400 metres from Praia António Sousa and 600 metres from Praia de Santa Maria, Misturod - Holiday Apartments offers free WiFi and air conditioning.

    Personal muy amable. Cómodo. Bien situado. Limpieza

  • Apartamento Mágico p/ momentos Memoráveis
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 7 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Apartamento Mágico p/ momentos Memoráveis is situated in Santa Maria.

  • Aluguer apartamento
    Free cancellation options available
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 16 reviews

    Aluguer apartamento has a balcony and is situated in Santa Maria, within just 500 metres of Praia António Sousa and 1.5 km of Ponta da Fragata Beach.

    fantastic location, host was nice and friendly and the apartment was super clean and comfortable

Highly rated holiday rentals in Santa Maria

  • Guesthouse Le Châtelain
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 43 reviews

    Featuring a garden and views of sea, Guesthouse Le Châtelain is a recently renovated bed and breakfast set in Santa Maria, 1.5 km from Praia da Ponta Preta.

    Všechno bylo perfektní, čisto, klimatizace, teplá voda. Doporučujeme.

  • Apartamento Antunes
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 30 reviews

    Situated 600 metres from Praia de Santa Maria, 1.3 km from Ponta da Fragata Beach and 700 metres from Nazarene Church, Apartamento Antunes offers accommodation located in Santa Maria.

    Proprietario gentilissimo e disponibilissimo appartamento confortevole e ottima posizione

  • Santana double bedroom serviced apartment
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 39 reviews

    Offering sea views, Santana double bedroom serviced apartment is an accommodation situated in Santa Maria, 400 metres from Praia António Sousa and less than 1 km from Praia de Santa Maria.

    La situation de l'hébergement, la réactivité de notre hôte.

  • Franmay Apartments - 7 modern apartments near the beach & city, perfect for nomads, travellers, families, watersports!
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5 reviews

    Set within 500 metres of Praia de Santa Maria and 1.3 km of Ponta da Fragata Beach, Franmay Apartments - 7 modern apartments near the beach & city, perfect for nomads, travellers, families,...

  • Residencial Bia d'Olaf
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 43 reviews

    Residencial Bia d'Olaf has city views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Santa Maria, 300 metres from Praia de Santa Maria.

    very spacious and modern furnished apartment. staff was very accommodating

  • Blue Ocean
    8.0+ review score
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 18 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Blue Ocean offers a ground-floor apartment with a veranda, around 1.2 km from Parish of Our Lady of Sorrows.

    Tout était conforme à 100% à l'annoce. Très bon séjour

  • Sal Service - Beach residence
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 77 reviews

    Sal Service - Beach residence is a beachfront property situated in Santa Maria, 100 metres from Praia António Sousa and 300 metres from Praia de Santa Maria.

    everything was very nice, excellent location, close to the beach, very kind staff

  • Surf Beach Vila Verde apartments
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 9 reviews

    Featuring pool views, Surf Beach Vila Verde apartments offers accommodation with patio, around 1.6 km from Praia da Ponta Preta.

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Holiday rentals that guests love in Santa Maria

  • Avg. price/night: £108.68
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 327 reviews
    Best place to stay in Santa Maria. Cosy, direct sea view, very quiet, not far from the "old" village
    Pierre
    Young couple
  • 9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 20 reviews
    Super friendly host, great, calm location, spacious villa, all good 😊
    Marcin
    Family with young children
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 12 reviews
    Big one bedroom apartment. Good air con and wifi. Free shuttle service at certain times of the day into Santa Maria and back to Villa Verde. Swimming pool access, 2 restaurants and small supermarket on site.
    Katie
    Solo traveller
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 12 reviews
    Very cosy, comfortable apartment. Sometimes you can have noisy neighbors. The village is 15minwalking but you have every thing in the area including a nice beach
    Luke
    Solo traveller
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 130 reviews
    Location was perfect, the view from balcony is beautiful, the apartment is right next to the beach and close to the village centre. The pool and beach sunbeds are available freely. Apartment itself is spacious and has everything that is needed. Could not imagine anything better, true tropical holiday! PS. If you get lucky you might have a balcony cat for vacation ;)
    Andrzej
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 276 reviews
    I fall in love with this Villa, and the location rigth on the beach. Book room on the beachside, its worth every penny! We had the top floor, it was amazing! This Villa is rigth in centrum with every thing close by! The Villa have security guards on both side of the house, so them thiefs dont have a chance! Super safe! You walk in your bikini, and 2 meters outside you touch the beach sand under your feet! I fall in love with Capo Verde and this place🙏 ❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹
    Vibeke
    People with friends
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 26 reviews
    New, clean, and very comfortable apartment in a middle of the residental area. We were very happy to be in the authentic local environment, and just far enough from the tourist-only area, but still enjoy the leasure and comfort. Private pool on the roof is perfect, and it offers a view to the whole vibrant village. There are restaurants and shops nearby. Beaches are beautiful too.
    Nikola
    Young couple
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 10 reviews
    Lovely large, clean villa with private pool. Villa was very comfortable and brilliant value for money. It has everything you need and more. Location is beautiful and very private and safe. The host met all of our needs. Would definitely return and recommend to others.
    Rachael
    Young couple
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 65 reviews
    Great assistance by Lambert. Any question or issue he was always there inmediatley and facilitated also late check in and late check out. Excellent location for the village center and super close to the beach,few meters literally. Big terrasse which comes in handy to dry kite equipment.
    julia
    Young couple
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 10 reviews
    We stayed for 2 weeks with a family of 4 adults and 1 child in this nice and spacious villa. There is a nice swimming pool in front which we enjoyed every day. The owner does do his upper best to give good service. We had good contact via whatsapp and all issues where settled very fast. A tip for the owner is to make a small booklet with house rules and guidance on equipment etc, and with some touristic information (what are the possibilities to have diner close by, tips on transportation, how/where to hire a car).
    NormaFrank
    Solo traveller