Title: Visit Santa Maria: Best of Santa Maria Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca

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# Santa Maria

## Travel Guide

![The beautiful beach of Santa Maria, Sal, Cape Verde; Shutterstock ID 212098636](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084955/a6b54605-e079-42ee-a9d8-859dc61cfb30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Aerial view of Santa Maria beach in Sal Cape Verde - Cabo Verde](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084955/94b97b97-6560-4510-b471-28421c312400.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![A beautiful small beach in the Center of Santa Maria City

Cabo Verde](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084955/738c44c7-42ad-4755-ac69-f7926d8b7eb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Local fisherman returning with the day’s catch, off Santa Maria pier in Sal, Cape Verde. A bustling fish market run directly from the pier! #caboverde ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084955/0e798988-4b42-46dc-8baa-4d3898dbc557.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Colourful boats on Santa Maria beach in Cape Verde](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084955/e7f10e3a-bdbe-4e48-aebf-ff46d5f2ad9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Santa Maria

Things to do

- Santa Maria Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Santa Maria

![Melia Dunas Beach Resort & Spa - All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13240000/13235400/13235305/bb935082_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Melia Dunas Beach Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

Rua Andrade Corvo Sal 

CA $304

CA $357 total

Apr 19 - Apr 20

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this luxury property in Sal. Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Viveiro Botanical Garden & Zoo and ...

7.2/10 Good! (175 reviews)

Room was dated. TVs dud not work. Room was never cleaned. Towels never changed, Beds never made! Too many kids!

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

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Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive

Cabocan Lote E2, Santa Maria Sal Cape Verde

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

CA $477

CA $556 total

Apr 12 - Apr 13

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Sal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 5 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Santa Maria Beach and Ponta Preta are located ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (85 reviews)

Schöner Aufenthalt, überall sehr aufmerksames Personal!

Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026

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Hotel Sobrado

Entrada Santa Maria Ilha Do Sal Sal Sal

Book a stay at this spa hotel in Sal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Santa Maria Town Square and Santa Maria Municipal ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (92 reviews)

Lovely hotel, great value for money. Small issues fixed promptly.

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

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Agua Hotels Sal Vila Verde Resort

Santa Maria Sal 

Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Sal. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition ...

7.8/10 Good! (140 reviews)

Room was very clean and had a cleaner in every day. Had a restaurant and shop not even 5 minutes down the road. Perfect location, the area was pretty quiet when we went in march which was perfect for us. There were busses running to Santa Maria snd was a 20-30 minute walk down and taxis right outside ...

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026

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![Branco Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96180000/96172900/96172892/654e750c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Branco Suites

Santa Maria Sal Sal

Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Sal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and concierge services. Popular attractions Santa Maria Town Square and Santa Maria ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)

Every thing about the property was fantastic i cant the staff at the desck thay where so welcoming and helpful as soon as wefirst arrived, The Cleang lady ezven made you welcome nothing was any trouble no matter what you neede or required to help make your stay so enjoyable and strss free, Stess ...

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026

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![Porto Antigo Hotel Residence](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9640000/9638300/9638239/52d547dc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Porto Antigo Hotel Residence

Rua 15 Agosto Sal 

Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Sal. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Santa Maria Town Square and Santa ...

7/10 Good! (65 reviews)

This was a lovely hotel very close to the centre of Santa Maria

Reviewed on Jun 16, 2025

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### Popular places to visit

![Dog resting in front of a fisher boat in Santa Maria beach in Sal Cape Verde - Cabo Verde; Shutterstock ID 243218044](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101592/327bfb67-1333-44ae-9feb-7cae67f1a591.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Santa Maria Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Santa Maria Beach during your travels in Santa Maria? You can enjoy the bars while in the area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Maria-Beach-Sal.d6101592.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Santa Maria Town Square

You can find out about the history of Santa Maria with a visit to Santa Maria Town Square. Stroll along this relaxing area's beaches, or simply enjoy its bars. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Maria-Town-Square-Sal.d6326952.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Santa Maria Pier

Santa Maria Pier is just one of the places to see in Santa Maria, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars. 

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#### Kite Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kite Beach during your trip to Santa Maria? Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Kite-Beach-Sal.d553248635975607506.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Shark Bay Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Shark Bay Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Santa Maria. You can enjoy the bars while in the area. 

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#### Ponta Preta

You can find out about the history of Santa Maria with a visit to Ponta Preta. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars. 

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### Things to do

![Santa Maria: Salt Mine, Natural Pool, and Shark Bay Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47968787/279821c1-e4d9-4cf6-93b4-40706d6a1b93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Santa Maria: Salt Mine, Natural Pool, and Shark Bay Tour

CA $77

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-maria-salt-mine.a47968787.activity-details)

![Full Day Private Tour in Sal Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46263049/aac06529-ab77-4a9c-84d9-8bf8a6a7cded.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Full Day Private Tour in Sal Island

CA $347

per traveller

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![Santa Monica Beach Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50013376/44648733-4582-465d-b93c-3a5b47e33f1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Santa Monica Beach Tour

CA $65

per adult

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![Picture 1 for Activity Boa Vista: Shipwreck, 4x4 Ride & Caves Day Tour with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50015246/78a40c7d-5175-427e-a8af-a9881c60ea93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Boa Vista Fullday Excursion 4x4 Jeep

CA $109

per adult

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![join us in this excursion of Sal island ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1060165/a264316c-c904-42d9-9162-16bb9bc8b225.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### join us in this excursion of Sal island

CA $63

per adult

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![So cool!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50172521/dcb1ffb4-fc1b-41e4-b7ed-6e02f35e38a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Snorkeling in Santa Maria Island of Salt

CA $48

per adult

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## Cities near Santa Maria

![Africa Cape Verde Sal View of beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3164/192bc48a-25de-472d-93cd-b7600be23978.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Sal

- Cities near Santa Maria

[Sal](https://expedia.ca/Sal.dx3164)

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