Hotel Da Luz - Santa Maria

$$$$||View on mapSanta Maria, Cape VerdeZona De Tanquinho Norte, Santa Maria, Cape Verde, 19|
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Hotel Da Luz - Santa Maria
Zona De Tanquinho Norte, Santa Maria, Cape Verde, 19·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.5Very good
Highest Rated
Staff8.5
Free WiFi8.4
Location8.2
Lowest Rated
Breakfast7.8
Comfort7.7
Facilities7.5
Value for money7.4
Who stays here
Families36%
Couples30%
Solo18%
Groups16%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.5Very good
Highest Rated
Staff8.5
Free WiFi8.4
Location8.2
Lowest Rated
Breakfast7.8
Comfort7.7
Facilities7.5
Value for money7.4
Who stays here
Families36%
Couples30%
Solo18%
Groups16%

Family-run hotel in Santa Maria offering Cape Verdean hospitality, 400 meters from Sal Island's beaches

Accommodations & Amenities

Hotel Da Luz provides air-conditioned rooms with city views and private bathrooms. The hotel has been managed by a local family for 24 years, offering personalized guest experiences. Guests have access to a year-round outdoor swimming pool with a pool bar and sun loungers.

Dining Experience

The on-site restaurant La Bareda serves international cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Breakfast includes local specialties such as Cachupa, alongside fresh fruit and made-to-order eggs. Guests can choose from Bed & Breakfast, Half Board, or Full Board arrangements.

Wellness & Relaxation

Hotel Da Luz offers an on-site wellness center with a variety of massage services, including back, foot, and full body massages. A massage chair and spa facilities are available for guest use. The outdoor swimming pool is open all year, with a shallow end and a pool bar.

Location & Surroundings

Hotel Da Luz Santa Maria is a 4-minute walk from Praia António Sousa and a 5-minute walk from the town center. Amílcar Cabral International Airport is 18 km away, with a 24-hour airport shuttle service available. Nearby attractions include the Nazarene Church and Parish of Our Lady of Sorrows.

Family & Services

The hotel provides babysitting and child services, board games and puzzles, and a family-friendly environment. Rooms include family rooms and suites with spacious layouts. Additional services include currency exchange, luggage storage, and car hire.

  • Location: 400 meters from Sal Island's beaches, 5 min walk to town center
  • Rooms: Air-conditioned rooms with city views and family suites
  • Dining: La Bareda restaurant with gluten-free and vegan options
  • Wellness: On-site wellness center with massage chair and spa facilities
  • Services: 24-hour airport shuttle and currency exchange
  • Family: Babysitting services and board games for children
  • Packages: Bed & Breakfast, Half Board, and Full Board arrangements
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
from 11:00-12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of CVE 880.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Spanish, Portuguese
Building
Number of rooms:53
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Rooms and availability

Standard Suite
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
Two-Bedroom Apartment
  • Max:
    5 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
Standard Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Heating

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Off-site car park

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Poolside snack bar

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Back massage

Head massage

Full body massage

Spa centre

Sports & Fitness

  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa centre
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Shallow end

Room view

  • City view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table

Self-catering

  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Hotel Da Luz

💵 Lowest room price 49 £
📏 Distance to centre 900 m
✈️ Distance to airport 19.6 km
🧳 Nearest airport Amilcar Cabral, SID

Location

Zona De Tanquinho Norte, Santa Maria, Cape Verde, 19
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Zona De Tanquinho Norte, Santa Maria, Cape Verde, 19
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Zona De Tanquinho Norte, Santa Maria, Cape Verde, 19
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Reviews of Hotel Da Luz

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