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Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Santa Maria, like hiking and walking tours. If you would like to discover the area, snorkelling, cycling and fishing are possible in the surroundings and New Rooftop Penthouse with Oceanview can arrange a bicycle rental service.

Rating: 5 Star Review: My wife and I recently had the pleasure of staying at the new rooftop penthouse with an enchanting oceanview in Santa Maria. From the moment we arrived, we knew we were in for a truly magical experience. First and foremost, we would like to express our deepest gratitude towards the warmhearted and incredibly supportive owner, Mr. Robert. He went above and beyond to ensure that our stay was nothing short of exceptional. His vast knowledge of the city and his extensive connections truly make him the go-to person for all things Santa Maria. Whatever we needed, Mr. Robert was there to assist us, proving that he is indeed the man who knows everything and everyone in town. Thanks to Mr. Robert, we were introduced to the phenomenal Kiteschool "Surf Shop Cabo Verde." Our experience there was nothing short of fantastic. The professionalism of the instructors and their passion for kitesurfing were evident from the very beginning. Within just two days, my wife and I were able to kite almost independently, which was an absolute thrill. We are incredibly thankful to Mr. Robert for connecting us to this amazing kiteschool and making this experience possible. By the way, it is one of the best kiteschool in Santa Maria. Please book in advance. Not only did Mr. Robert provide us with an incredible kitesurfing adventure, but he also recommended the best restaurants in town. And believe us when we say he was spot on! Each and every dining experience was a culinary delight, leaving our taste buds in awe. Mr. Robert's knowledge of the local dining scene truly enhanced our stay, and we'd highly recommend following his recommendations for an unforgettable gastronomic journey. Now, let's talk about the penthouse. This place is simply the best with an incredible view. The moment we stepped onto the rooftop terrace, we were greeted by an awe-inspiring panorama of the ocean that left us speechless.

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9.4
Superb
28 reviews
Price from
KRW 117,012
per night

The guest house provides guests with a terrace, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a stovetop, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower. At the guest house, all units are soundproof. All units feature a safety deposit box.

We had a wonderful stay at the OceanRoof. The apartments are modern, very clean and superbly equipped - very important for us: the comfortable and clean bed. The hotel is also very quiet and ideally located for us, right by the beach and also by AnguloBeach for water sports. JC is a really attentive host who was always helpful with many bookings such as car rental, taxi and restaurant tips. An absolute recommendation for a stay on Sal!

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9.8
Exceptional
15 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. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, tennis at the tennis court, free private parking and free WiFi. All rooms come with a patio with garden views.

I loved that it was quit, but near everything. I met great people that stayed in the apartment as well. would recommend!

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9.6
Exceptional
44 reviews
Price from
KRW 144,287
per night

Boasting city views, Casa Blu Guesthouse - Maison d'hôtes offers accommodation with terrace, around 300 metres from Praia de Santa Maria. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the bed and breakfast free of charge. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a concierge service and organising tours for guests.

The place is very cosy, well located and the owner was very accommodating with a late check out due to a delayed flight.

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8.6
Fabulous
213 reviews
Price from
KRW 55,879
per night

Situated just 700 metres from Praia de Santa Maria, Blue eagle Guesthouse offers accommodation in Santa Maria with access to a garden, a terrace, as well as a shared kitchen. The air-conditioned accommodation is 200 metres from Praia António Sousa. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

The sympathy of Alba and Eugénio always ready to help organize my trip. Room was very spacious and clean. Quiet neighborhood just 4min walk to Angulo Beach. Minimarket at 2 min walk The daily personalized breakfast was a must!

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8.4
Very good
225 reviews
Price from
KRW 72,657
per night

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. The property features sea and lake views, and is a few steps from Praia António Sousa. Free private parking is available and the guest house also provides bike hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area.

All was fantastic, the location just in front the ocean, the room and Milu was so nice with me. The breakfast was amazing. For sure, I will repeat my experience with them if I come back! Totally recomended, thanks for all!

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8.5
Very good
232 reviews
Price from
KRW 64,159
per night

Offering a garden and garden view, Surfactivity Guest House is set in Santa Maria, 600 metres from Praia António Sousa and less than 1 km from Ponta da Fragata Beach. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the bed and breakfast free of charge. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, luggage storage space and currency exchange for guests.

great place to stay, authentic very friendly staff, the whole Team leaded by Lilly and Simon. All very helpful, even a lost Microsoft Surface Charging Cable was organized for me. personal place.

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8.9
Fabulous
53 reviews
Price from
KRW 64,414
per night

Offering city views, Águia is an accommodation set in Santa Maria, 400 metres from Praia António Sousa and 700 metres from Praia de Santa Maria. The property is located 1.4 km from Funana Casa da Cultura, 5.4 km from Viveiro, Botanical Garden & Zoo di Terra and 20 km from  Monte Curral. Pedra Lume Salt Crater is 26 km from the guest house and Buracona the Blue Eye is 29 km away.

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Price from
KRW 117,770
per night

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Guest houses that travellers love in Santa Maria

  • From KRW 136,879 per night
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 44 reviews
    Excellent host Peter - he will provide you with any kind of information you will need during your stay. Peter was always reachable and helpful. The house is clean, well equipped in a quiet neighborhood with shuttle connection to the beach or Santa Maria (for free).
    Lucy
    Slovakia
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 20 reviews
    The property was so clean & well kept. Furniture was lovely and comfy bed! The WiFi was great too - important for me as a remote worker! Great location - a quick walk to supermarkets and the city centre. Quiet area but very close to the liveliness! The owner is so kind and lovely too - very friendly. I would 100% recommend :)
    Rachel
    United Kingdom
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 6 reviews
    Great hosts, great facilities, great location
    Samson
    United Kingdom
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 208 reviews
    The hostel is very close to the beach, in a quiet area. The common areas are spatious and pleasant, there is an internal patio with plants, sunlight and fresh ocean breeze. Andrea is a great host, always friendly, available and ready to help. You can book all kinds of tours and activities directly from the hostel.
    Alessandro
    Portugal
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 15 reviews
    JC was a perfect host, great service, and helpful with tips and information. Great location of the hotel, quiet but close to the beach and city center.
    Nilsson
    Sweden
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 27 reviews
    Perfect apprtment in the city center, close to beach, pier, main street, attractions yet quiet. Better than expected. Hosts respond promptly to any inquries. Airport transfer driver turned out to be great, we travelled places as I needed.
    Egons
    Latvia
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 65 reviews
    Wonderful location by the sea and right in the city center. Common areas were very well kept and always guarded. Special thanks to Lambert who was a great host! 10/10
    Riccardo
    Italy
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 45 reviews
    A big apartment a few minutes from the beach, in a quiet and nice part of the town but not far from the centre; in other words, a pretty great location. The apartment has its own private patio, a living room / kitchen, a large main bedroom with a double bed and a tiny single bedroom (no window there). There is a good wifi. The owners have a great little shop next door where you can buy all the basics for the same price (or even cheaper) than in other shops. Note that if you want to cook, you need to pay extra (2 euros a day) for the gas.
    Sanna
    Portugal
  • From KRW 136,879 per night
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 44 reviews
    Peter was an exceptional host. The property was lovely, perfectly clean and a great location. Far exceeded expectations as such fantastic value for money!! Would highly recommend this guesthouse. Thank you for all your kindness, information provided and such fabulous attention to detail Peter. We hope to visit again. 😊
    gemma
    United Kingdom
  • From KRW 136,879 per night
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 44 reviews
    The guesthouse is very nice, cozy, clean and well equipped. Peter is a great host, takes good care of his house and it’s guests and provided me with all needed information about the island and the surroundings. I really liked the location a lot since the house is not located directly in the middle of the tourist hotspot but still very close to get everywhere easily, either by foot or with the provided shuttles, by taxi etc.
    Tina
    Germany