Title: Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive 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 Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive Luxury hotel on the beach, with 5 outdoor pools ![Indoor pool, 5 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59450000/59442700/59442625/5f9ef6f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59450000/59442700/59442625/8e42da22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Poolside bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59450000/59442700/59442625/9bc41dfb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, windsurfing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59450000/59442700/59442625/b88a90e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Fusion cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59450000/59442700/59442625/031fcfc5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Travelers enjoy oceanfront relaxation at Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria with 5 outdoor pools and 2 swim-up bars. The all-inclusive package includes a breakfast buffet. Guests can windsurf, kayak, and book a massage at Renova Spa. 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - - Breakfast included - Bar - All-inclusive - Gym - 24/7 front desk £304 includes taxes & fees 14 Dec - 15 Dec ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 29 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=59442625&PinnedHotelID=59442625&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=59442625&PinnedHotelID=59442625&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 30 - Dec 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=59442625&PinnedHotelID=59442625&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=59442625&PinnedHotelID=59442625&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 5 - Dec 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=59442625&PinnedHotelID=59442625&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=59442625&PinnedHotelID=59442625&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 12 - Dec 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=59442625&PinnedHotelID=59442625&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=59442625&PinnedHotelID=59442625&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59450000/59442700/59442625/eb65e70d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room 9.0 Wonderful 17 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Minibar (some free items) Ceiling fan Hairdryer Private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries Electric kettle - 312 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Large Single Beds ![Double Room (Large) | Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59450000/59442700/59442625/df64d8da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room (Large) 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Minibar (some free items) Ceiling fan Hairdryer Private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries Electric kettle - 344 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![Double Room (Swim-up - Adults Only) | Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59450000/59442700/59442625/8d0ea193.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room (Swim-up - Adults Only) 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Balcony Private pool Air conditioning Minibar (some free items) Ceiling fan Bathrobes Eco-friendly toiletries Private bathroom - 323 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Family Room | Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59450000/59442700/59442625/94dd97d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room ### Highlights Balcony Separate sitting area Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Minibar (some free items) Ceiling fan Hairdryer Private bathroom - 431 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59450000/59442700/59442625/eb65e70d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Balcony, Sea View ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Minibar (some free items) Ceiling fan Hairdryer Private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries Electric kettle - 312 sq ft - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Large 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-Riu-Palace-Santa-Maria.h59442625.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSal-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Palace-Santa-Maria.h59442625.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%7C16.58832%2C-22.92291&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=bMA-JXFe1m7A7YSfwAxX2hkSv2I=) Cabocan Lote E2, Santa Maria, Sal, Cape Verde, 32 #### What's nearby - Nazarene Church - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles - Santa Maria Town Square - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles - Santa Maria Beach - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles - Santa Maria Pier - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles - Ponta Preta - 13 min drive - 2.2 miles #### Getting around - Sal Island (SID-Amilcar Cabral Intl.) - 20 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Daiquiri - ‬4 min walk - ‪Pool Bar - ‬18 min walk - ‪RIU Cabo Verde Restaurant Promenade - ‬6 min drive - ‪Restaurant Praia - ‬3 min walk - ‪Magellan Restaurant - ‬4 min drive ## About this property ### Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive Luxury all-inclusive hotel by the ocean At Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, free water park access and 2 swim-up bars. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, sunloungers and windsurfing. Indulge in a massage at Renova Spa, the on-site spa. At the 5 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and Fusion cuisine. Fitness classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include beach volleyball, kayaking and surfing/body boarding. In addition to 2 poolside bars and concerts and live shows, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - 5 outdoor pools and an indoor pool, along with a waterslide, 2 swim-up bars and sunloungers - Bike hire, a gift shop and beach umbrellas - Smoke-free property, water sports equipment and evening entertainment - A 24-hour front desk, a water dispenser and multilingual staff Room features All 1001 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and minibars (stocked with some free items). Extra amenities include: - Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers - Wardrobes/cupboards, balconies and LED light bulbs ### All-inclusive details This hotel is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply). ### Food and beverages Buffet and à la carte meals, snacks and beverages included In-room minibar (all beverages included) In-room liquor dispensers ### Water activities Kayaking Snorkelling Surfing/body boarding Windsurfing ### Land activities Fitness facilities Volleyball Spa facilities Limited spa services Children's club ### Entertainment On-site entertainment and activities On-site live performances ### Awards and affiliations Eco-certified property This property participates in Travelife – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy. ## Similar properties ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4820000/4813300/4813296/569b9d4b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Riu Cabo Verde - Adults Only - All Inclusive Sal - Pool - Breakfast included - All-inclusive - 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Pool - All-inclusive - Spa - Kids pool 8.0 Very good 218 reviews £324 includes taxes & fees 9 Dec - 10 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-09&endDate=2025-12-10&selected=4188426&PinnedHotelID=4188426&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Food and drink - Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM - 2 poolside bars - 2 swim-up bars - 5 bars/lounges - 5 restaurants - A coffee shop/cafe ### Restaurants on site - Dorayaki - Krystal - La Pappardella - Palmeira - Praia ### Things to do - 5 outdoor pools - Beach volleyball - Bicycle rentals - Bicycle storage - Children's pool - Concerts/live shows - Evening entertainment - Fitness classes - Free children's club - Free water park - Full-service spa - Gym - Indoor pool - Kayaking - Playground - Surfing/bodyboarding - Water sports equipment - Waterslide - Windsurfing ### Family friendly - 5 outdoor pools - Children's pool - Free children's club - Free water park access - Indoor pool - Playground - Waterslide ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Gift shop/newsstand - Hair salon - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Change of towels on request - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff ### Outdoors - Beach loungers - Beach umbrellas - Garden - On the beach - On the waterfront - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Terrace ### Full-service spa - Massage - Spa open daily - Steam room ### 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 gym - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible pool - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant - Wheelchair-accessible spa ### More - 3 floors - 7 buildings - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Built in 2020 - Comprehensive food waste policy - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Local artist showcase - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - Smoke-free property - Vegan dining options - Vegetarian breakfast available - Vegetarian dining options ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Free minibar (limited items) ### More - Air conditioning - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Ceiling fan - Eco-friendly toiletries - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - LED lighting - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required. ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 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: CVE 276.00 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. ### 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, debit cards and cash This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property uses a grey water recycling system 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 This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Covid-19 Health Protocol (RIU) Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property 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 Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa ### Property is also known as Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria Riu Santa Maria Inclusive Sal Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria All Inclusive Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive Sal Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive Hotel Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive Hotel Sal ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive have a pool? > Yes, this property has an indoor pool, 5 outdoor pools and a children's pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive? > As of 29 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive on 14 Dec 2025 start from £304.06, 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-Riu-Palace-Santa-Maria.h59442625.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive? > This property doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive? > Checkout is at noon. ### Are there all-inclusive benefits at Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive? > Yes, the property is all-inclusive. Activities include windsurfing, snorkelling, kayaking and more. ### Where is Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive located? > Nestled on the beach, this Sal hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Santa Maria Pier, Santa Maria Beach and Ponta Preta. Nazarene Church and Santa Maria Town Square are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful 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 53 8 - Good 14 6 - Okay 5 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.4/10 Cleanliness ### 9.4/10 Staff & service ### 9.4/10 Amenities ### 9.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.6/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nikeda 20 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Beautiful area and lovely staff ##### Nikeda Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa 12 Nov 2024 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Wonderful hotel with plenty of pool options and very close to town. ##### Lisa Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marcine 25 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The rooms were very nice. We enjoyed lots of options for the meals and several locations to choose from. Gym and spa were great. Loved the pools and activities! ##### Marcine Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claudine 28 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very nice hotel with access to a wonderful beach. Because it was winter, we were not able to do watersports because of the sea condition but it was still fun and kids enjoyed the park and the waterslides. Excellent destination for family. ##### Claudine Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria Dolores Judith 26 Dec 2024 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I loved almost everything , the kids show was our favorite, and I only wish we had more time to try all the restaurants at the resort, we will be back for sure !😊 ##### Maria Dolores Judith Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Luca Ugo 27 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Perfect! ##### Luca Ugo Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maja 29 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Amazing! ##### Maja Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Inacio 15 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Restaurante servers were amazing. ##### Inacio Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Olamide 15 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great experience, looks just like pictures, worthwhile resort…although pricy ##### Olamide ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacques 18 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities I like everything ##### Jacques Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Peridice 26 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Beautiful Property but doesn't have any of the local architecture or culture in the design or esthetics of the property. ##### Peridice Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa 23 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities I initially booked a week in an oceanfront room but decided to extend my stay in Sal after my flight to Praia was canceled. No other resort can compete with the RIU Santa Maria. There are at least three pools, five to six restaurants, 24 hour service. Hotel staff like Nilton at reception and the ladies at the coffee bar made my solo visit to the island much more enjoyable. The resort sent a bottle of brut to my room in recognition of my birthday (they must have noticed the date on my passport). Book room 6238 in block 6 for beautiful sea views and its proximity to the beach and pools! Also take advantage of the resort spa. Pro tip: download the RIU app to book dinners at the specialty restaurants. Food in the primary dining room is exquisite. Everything is perfect and stunningly clean. I am looking forward to a return visit one day! ##### Lisa Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Claydir 17 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Our room has no ac and took two days for them to come and check. They wanted to downgrade our room to another room that had ac which wasn’t as good either ##### Claydir Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Luciano 3 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Disliked: Staff & service #### Suit ruined in laundry service A disaster the serice. You ruined me a suit that I gave for laundry with a “Delicate” message. You washed it by hand. An Hugo Boss suit. I complaint at receñtion and after 2 days I was comoletely left alone, with manager not facing the situation and the front office manager asking me to ask my personal insurance. I demand compensation I put a complaint at front desk ##### Luciano Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Antonio 19 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Um 5 estrelas, sem dúvida!!! Instalações, staff, restaurantes, comida, limpeza, etc… Tudo impecável. ##### Antonio Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### RICARDO 22 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Muito bom Fiquei positivamente bem impressionado com a qualidade e serviço do hotel, o primeiro verdadeiro 5 estrelas em Cabo Verde ##### RICARDO Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marcos Escudero 17 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Riu Palace Santa María ofrece una gran oportunidad para disfrutar de la playa, el sol y la buena gente de Cabo Verde por unos días maravillosos. ##### Marcos Escudero Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### SOPHIE Sylvie 20 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Un hôtel de grande capacité mais on ne le ressent pas. Très propre. Nourriture variée en quantité et bonne. Piscine super et très belle plage ##### SOPHIE Sylvie Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### DIDIER 9 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent hôtel à tous les points de vue (plage, piscines, bars, restaurants, animation ...). ##### DIDIER Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aimerick 27 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Vacances de rêve au cap-Vert !! Plage de rêve (sable fin, eau translucide, aucun déchets ni algues...), toboggans du parc aquatique supers tant pour les enfants que les adultes, restauration et bars de qualité tant en choix que goût.... Très grand hôtel (1001 chambres!) mais bien dimensionné au niveau des installations communes qui fait que vous pouvez profiter de tout sans attente ni bousculade. Aucun problème de sécurité (police et sécurité privée sur place pour faire le ménage sur la plage parmi les vendeurs sans autorisations par exemple). En bref, de superbes vacances, merci Riu Palace Santa Maria !! ##### Aimerick Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Isabelle Renée 5 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Séjour très agréable. Personnel avenant et réactif. Établissement très bien entretenue. Équipe d’animation au top lors des spectacles en soirée. ##### Isabelle Renée Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicolas 24 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Établissement très propre, très bien situé, personnel aux petits soins, et équipe d’animation formidable ##### Nicolas Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Gianni 11 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities malgré la taille de l'établissement et donc du nombre de vacanciers, il n'y a aucun problème pour avoir de la place sur la plage qui est magnifique, car tout le monde reste au bords des piscines. ##### Gianni Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Sandra 26 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Un très bel hôtel très grand mais les constructions non finalisées autour gâche le paysage ! ##### Sandra Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### philippe 15 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities . ##### philippe ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai - Business Bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dubai-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Dubai-Business-Bay.h18113069.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Palace Boavista - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boa-Vista-Hotels-RIU-Palace-Boavista-All-Inclusive.h24398112.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Rabat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rabat-Hotels.d6084754.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Holiday Inn Express Fleet by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fleet-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Fleet.h83630289.Hotel-Information) > > [Occidental Boa Vista Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boa-Vista-Hotels-Royal-Horizons-Boa-Vista.h3533293.Hotel-Information) > > [Chic & Basic Born Boutique Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Barcelona-Hotels-Chic-Basic-Born-Boutique-Hotel.h1526605.Hotel-Information) > > [Garamond, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Krakow Old Town](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Krakow-Hotels-Garamond.h84019152.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Rovaniemi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rovaniemi-Hotels.d3059.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [The Windmill](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-The-Windmill.h4806787.Hotel-Information) > > [Murdeira Village Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sal-Hotels-Murdeira-Village-Resort.h9757219.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Bogotá](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bogota-Hotels.d178238.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Mercure Bordeaux Centre Ville](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bordeaux-Hotels-Mercure-Bordeaux-Centre-Ville.h2168.Hotel-Information) > > [VOI Praia de Chaves Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boa-Vista-Hotels-VOI-Praia-De-Chaves-Resort.h3018337.Hotel-Information) > > [White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aldeburgh-Hotels-White-Lion-Hotel-Aldeburgh.h18726.Hotel-Information) > > [Kruger Shalati - Train on the Bridge and Garden Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kruger-National-Park-Hotels-Kruger-Shalati-Train-On-The-Bridge.h55540892.Hotel-Information) > > [Ionian Vista Villas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-Ionian-Vista-Villas.h14990962.Hotel-Information) > > [Furama Resort Danang](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Da-Nang-Hotels-Furama-Resort-Danang.h526011.Hotel-Information) ### Activities > [Things to do in Tahiti](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Tahiti.d180103.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Lower Manhattan Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lower-Manhattan.d6360640.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Billund Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Billund.d620.Holidays-City-Breaks) ### General > [Visit Cunit](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cunit.dx6124120) > > [Visit Budapest](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Budapest.dx179994) > > [Visit Devils Bridge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Devils-Bridge.dx6085260)