Title: Hotel Pontao Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hotel Pontao Beach location and outdoor pool ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2400000/2392200/2392163/a902e489.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2400000/2392200/2392163/124810c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2400000/2392200/2392163/bef34081.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2400000/2392200/2392163/9a16e26e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2400000/2392200/2392163/71a0ade0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hotel Pontao, in the heart of the city, offers a peaceful retreat with a garden and outdoor pool lined with sun loungers. Start your day with breakfast at the restaurant, unwind with drinks at the bar, and stay connected with public WiFi throughout your visit. 7.6 Good ## Popular amenities - Bar - 24/7 front desk - Pool - Housekeeping - Air conditioning - Parking included £63 includes taxes & fees 24 Sept - 25 Sept ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 18 - Sept 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-18&endDate=2025-09-19&selected=2392163&PinnedHotelID=2392163&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-18&endDate=2025-09-19&selected=2392163&PinnedHotelID=2392163&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 19 - Sept 20](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-20&selected=2392163&PinnedHotelID=2392163&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-20&selected=2392163&PinnedHotelID=2392163&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 19 - Sept 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=2392163&PinnedHotelID=2392163&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=2392163&PinnedHotelID=2392163&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=2392163&PinnedHotelID=2392163&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=2392163&PinnedHotelID=2392163&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### Superior Double or Twin Room, Pool View ### Highlights Furnished balcony Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Hairdryer Private bathroom Minibar Daily housekeeping Desk - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### Standard Double or Twin Room, Pool View 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Furnished balcony Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Hairdryer Private bathroom Minibar Daily housekeeping Desk - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Standard Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2400000/2392200/2392163/6e2c2f96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double or Twin Room 8.0 Very good 2 reviews ### Highlights Furnished balcony Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Hairdryer Private bathroom Minibar Daily housekeeping Desk - 237 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![Superior Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2400000/2392200/2392163/799d364a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double or Twin Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Furnished balcony Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Hairdryer Private bathroom Minibar Daily housekeeping Desk - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSal-Hotels-Hotel-Pontao.h2392163.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSal-Hotels-Hotel-Pontao.h2392163.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C16.60016%2C-22.90904&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VtrzztCut_OBOjE8UwWgvO8bakQ=) Edificio Pontao, Santa Maria, Sal, 4111 #### What's nearby - Santa Maria Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Santa Maria Pier - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Santa Maria Town Square - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Shark Bay Beach - 10 min drive - 4.0 miles - Kite Beach - 12 min drive - 1.6 miles #### Getting around - Sal Island (SID-Amilcar Cabral Intl.) - 16 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Dubliners - ‬6 min walk - ‪Papaya - ‬3 min walk - ‪Palm Beach Bar & Restaurant - ‬6 min walk - ‪Morna Beach Bar - ‬7 min walk - ‪Bar Ponto - ‬4 min walk ## About this property ### Hotel Pontao Hotel in the city centre A terrace, a garden and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Hotel Pontao. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. Other perks at this hotel include: - An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas - Free self-parking - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), a TV in reception and a front desk safe - Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk and multilingual staff Room features All 79 rooms boast comforts such as furnished balconies and air conditioning, as well as perks such as safes and minibars. More amenities include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels - Daily housekeeping, desks and phones ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Internet access - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Things to do - Outdoor pool - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Turndown service ### Outdoors - Garden - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk ### More - 1 building - 2 floors - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.49 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 17 years of age. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: EUR 14 per vehicle (one way) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Hotel Pontao Hotel Pontao Sal Pontao Pontao Hotel Pontao Sal Hotel Pontao Santa Maria Pontao Santa Maria Pontao Hotel Santa Maria Hotel Pontao Cape Verde/Ilha Do Sal - Santa Maria Hotel Pontao Sal Hotel Pontao Hotel Hotel Pontao Hotel Sal ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Hotel Pontao have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Pontao? > As of 18 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Pontao on 24 Sept 2025 start from £62.81, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sal-Hotels-Hotel-Pontao.h2392163.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Hotel Pontao pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Hotel Pontao? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Hotel Pontao? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Hotel Pontao? > Checkout is at noon. ### Does Hotel Pontao provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of EUR 14 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Hotel Pontao located? > Located in the heart of Sal, this beach hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Nazarene Church, Santa Maria Pier, and Santa Maria Beach. Santa Maria Town Square and Santa Maria Municipal Market are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Hotel Pontao Reviews 7.6 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 21 8 - Good 48 6 - Okay 25 4 - Poor 9 2 - Terrible 3 ### 8.2/10 Cleanliness ### 7.6/10 Staff & service ### 7.8/10 Amenities ### 7.4/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 7.8/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Arlindo 3 Jul 2025 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly people ##### Arlindo Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Sarrah 9 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Affordable, roomy hotel in a convenient area. Close to the beach and airport. ##### Sarrah Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Michael 1 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort We had a good time at Pontao. ##### Michael Stayed 21 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith 25 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Loved our stay and would like to visit again ##### Keith Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Janice 13 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities All the staff here are very pleasant and smiling. Hotel is very clean. Good breakfast. ##### Janice Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Jay 25 May 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Not very good When we arrived we were asked to pay again even though we had paid in advance. I had to prove that I had paid in advance. When the man gave us our key to the room he just told us what room number with no directions. We walked around the hotel looking for our room for 15 mins before going to ask where it was and even then he just pointed in a direction and left us to find it ourselves. The bathroom door handle was falling off, the bed was not made so we had to locate the sheets and pillows and make it ourselves. When we checked out there weee different people behind the counter who then tried to charge us again for the room. I again had to prove I had paid in full. We would not stay here again and wouldn’t recommend this hotel at all. We were glad it was just one night. ##### Jay Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Akissi 12 Aug 2025 We were on the 3rd floor and they don’t have lift so was not easy with luggage. No hot water in the bathroom and only one towel for two person. No water bottle in the room Good breakfast , nice swimming pool. ##### Akissi Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrick 27 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Super ##### Patrick Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Le Blanc Delgado 27 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Personnelle agréable ##### Le Blanc Delgado Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Marianne 3 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort No big surprises - I felt I got what I paid for, neither more nor less. Positives: -Good breakfast with its own omelette bar -Excellent location close to everything, especially where the buses and taxis are, the beach and the harbor -Good pool (not heated, but clean and good size) -No hazzle in finding an available sunbed Negatives: -Internet did not work in my hotel room except for when I sat on the floor close to the door. -The water pressure in the shower was poor, but this might be a problem for the whole of the island. ##### Marianne Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Patricia 12 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Patricia Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yannick 23 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Notre hôtel de référence ! On y a séjourné 2 fois et il nous tarde d'y retourner 👍 ##### Yannick Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Anne-sophie 19 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Excellent rapport qualité prix ##### Anne-sophie Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### albert 17 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Olvidadizos Todo muy bien instalaciones, desayuno, servicio excelente, pero contrato un transfer y se les olvidó, mi aviòn llegó a las 2am, suerte que pillé un taxista honrado. Contraté la caja fuerte y se olvidaron de anotarlo, fui yo quien tuvo que decirlo, la pagué porque soy honrado ##### albert Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Daniela 27 Aug 2024 ##### Daniela Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marc 3 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Marc Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Emanuela 28 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Staff & service Struttura vicina al centro di Santa Maria. Buon rapporto qualità/prezzo ##### Emanuela Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Leontina 26 Feb 2024 ##### Leontina Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Mario 20 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort ##### Mario Stayed 16 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Lars 3 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Convenient location Only a couple of minutes from the main pedestrian street and the beach it is very conveniently located. Internetstrength was not sufficient in the room hence online activites had to happen in the communal areas ##### Lars Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 30 Dec 2022 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness #### Ok hotel with good location Nice, simple hotel with amazing staff in the reception and restaurant. Cleaning was very bad and they didn't change towels or sheets unless we asked the reception for it. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Tara 19 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities A fine hotel with a reseanble ##### Tara Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Howard 18 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Breakfast very good, choice of fruit, cooked eggs,always scrambled available and omelette or fried cooked to order. Choice of bread. Pancakes available. Room on ground floor had wifi with pool view. Limited sockets. ##### Howard Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Joni 20 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### 7.5/10 Sängyt epämukavat ja hieman muurahaisia huoneessa. Muuten erittäin jees hoteli. ##### Joni Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Maria 7 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Maria Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2022 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [BessaHotel Liberdade](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lisbon-District-Hotels-BessaHotel-Liberdade.h8971825.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Coatbridge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Coatbridge-Hotels.d6155875.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Clifton Guest House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Upon-Tyne-Hotels-Clifton-Guest-House.h2694969.Hotel-Information) > > [Vagabond Corvin](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Budapest-Hotels-Vagabond-Corvin.h17392204.Hotel-Information) > > [Murdeira Village Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sal-Hotels-Murdeira-Village-Resort.h9757219.Hotel-Information) > > [Beachside Guest House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Llandudno-Hotels-Beachside-Guest-House.h36024521.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Old Town Hastings](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Old-Town-Hastings-Hotels.d6261027.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 Underground Station](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Heathrow-Terminals-2-3-Underground-Station-Hotels.d6146382.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Grupotel Playa Feliz](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Bartolome-De-Tirajana-Hotels-Playa-Feliz.h20358619.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Palace Boavista - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boa-Vista-Hotels-RIU-Palace-Boavista-All-Inclusive.h24398112.Hotel-Information) > > [Minos Beach Art Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Agios-Nikolaos-Hotels-Minos-Beach-Art-Hotel.h530658.Hotel-Information) > > [Occidental Boa Vista Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boa-Vista-Hotels-Royal-Horizons-Boa-Vista.h3533293.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Thirlmere](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thirlmere-Hotels.d3000009627.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Dorint Thermenhotel Freiburg](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Freiburg-Im-Breisgau-Hotels-Dorint-Thermenhotel-Freiburg.h48369.Hotel-Information) > > [VOI Praia de Chaves Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boa-Vista-Hotels-VOI-Praia-De-Chaves-Resort.h3018337.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Waterloo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waterloo-London-Hotels.0-n6047475-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Darwin Airline SA Lugano](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Darwin-Airline-SA-Lugano-Flights.c0D.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Providenciales (PLS) to Kingston (KIN)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/pls/kin/providenciales-to-kingston) > > [Flights from Cairo (CAI) to Alexandria (HBE)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/cai/hbe/cairo-to-alexandria) > > [Flights from Dublin (DUB) to Pisa (PSA)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/dub/psa/dublin-to-pisa) ### Cars > [Car hire in Whistler](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Whistler.d4115.Car-Hire-Guide) ### Activities > [Things to do in Lancaster](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Lancaster.d4673.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Praiano Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Praiano.d500717.Holidays-City-Breaks) ### Holiday Rentals > [Stonehaven Holiday Rentals](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stonehaven-Holiday-Rentals.d182823.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals) ### General > [Visit Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Zanzibar.dx4186) > > [Visit Costa del Sol](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Costa-Del-Sol.dx11102) > > [Visit Stockholm](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stockholm.dx178311)