Title: Papaya Apartments Sal Island Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=105226939&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Papaya Apartments Sal Island Apartments with kitchens, 7-minute walk to Santa Maria Beach ## Photo gallery for Papaya Apartments Sal Island ![1 Bedroom Apartment, Terrace | Living area - Papaya Apartments Sal Island (Sal)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105230000/105227000/105226939/1d723ecd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 Bedroom Apartment, Terrace | Private kitchen | Fridge, stovetop, electric kettle, toaster - Papaya Apartments Sal Island (Sal)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105230000/105227000/105226939/db577b44.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Papaya Apartments Sal Island (Sal)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105230000/105227000/105226939/f8ec47ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 Bedroom Apartment, Terrace | Living area - Papaya Apartments Sal Island (Sal)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105230000/105227000/105226939/b89939c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 Open Bedroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets - Papaya Apartments Sal Island (Sal)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105230000/105227000/105226939/63093d2c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Prices - Amenities - Policies Close to Santa Maria Beach, Papaya Apartments Sal Island has plenty to offer. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSal-Hotels-Papaya-Apartments-Sal-Island.h105226939.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSal-Hotels-Papaya-Apartments-Sal-Island.h105226939.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%7C16.60136%2C-22.90752&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=cgukVAibYsnaF5Fk4Pwe8eQkvjU=) Zona entrada de Santa Maria, Sal, Sal, 4111 #### What's nearby - Nazarene Church \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Santa Maria Town Square \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Santa Maria Beach \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Santa Maria Pier \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Santa Maria Municipal Market \- 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles #### Getting around - Sal Island (SID-Amilcar Cabral Intl.) - 20 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪restaurante Américo's - ‬5 min walk - ‪Papaya - ‬5 min walk - ‪Morabeza Beach Club - ‬8 min walk - ‪Sal Grosso - ‬6 min walk - ‪Quiosque olá Brasil - ‬7 min walk ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Papaya Apartments Sal Island Apartments with kitchens, 7-minute walk to Santa Maria Beach Each apartment features free WiFi and a washing machine, plus a kitchen with a fridge and a stovetop. Additional amenities include an electric kettle, a hairdryer and a shower. Papaya Apartments Sal Island offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations, with a hairdryer. Accommodation at this 3-star apartment has kitchens with fridges, stovetops and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower. This Sal apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). 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Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Tile flooring in room - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 4 units ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open Monday - Friday (9:00 AM - 1:00 PM) and Monday - Friday (3:00 PM - 6:00 PM) Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant 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. ### 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 and cash Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on 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 ### Property is also known as Papaya Apartments Sal Sal Papaya Apartments Sal Island Sal Papaya Apartments Sal Island Apartment Papaya Apartments Sal Island Apartment Sal ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Papaya Apartments Sal Island pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Papaya Apartments Sal Island? ### What time is check-in at Papaya Apartments Sal Island? ### What time is check-out at Papaya Apartments Sal Island? ### Where is Papaya Apartments Sal Island located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Papaya Apartments Sal Island Reviews 10 ### Exceptional 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frank 1 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We liked just about everything about this property. The quiet environment, the kind and helpful management, the clean environment etc etc. I highly recommend this this place for anyone visiting Sal. ##### Frank Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elisabeth Skytte 30 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication #### Amazing place in Santa Maria We stayed in a beautiful and stylish apartment on the outskirts of Santa Maria, and we couldn't have been more satisfied with our four-night stay. The apartment exuded a pleasant atmosphere with modern decor and all the amenities we needed. Its spacious layout provided us with plenty of room to relax and enjoy our time together. With a perfect location that combined tranquility and proximity to the vibrant energy of the town, it was an ideal base for our adventures. We would definitely recommend this gem to anyone looking for a memorable experience in Santa Maria. ##### Elisabeth Skytte Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alfredo 12 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication #### Papaya Apartments- Wonderful 10/10!! Absolute beautiful apartment, modern, fresh and light! Great communication before and throughout with staff- Sonia and Valle the manager via whattsapp. All kitchen amenities available and washing machine was a bonus! Fast wifii and air-con was a bonus! 5 mins walk to beach and main strip! Supermarket on your front door! Would definitely stay here again 💯 Thank you! ##### Alfredo Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in Aix-en-Provence](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aix-En-Provence-Hotels.d601680.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Aparthotel Casita Blanca - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sant-Antoni-De-Portmany-Hotels-Apartamentos-Casita-Blanca.h44972964.Hotel-Information) > > [Lonicera Resort & Spa Hotel ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alanya-Hotels-Lonicera-Resort-Spa-Hotel.h16425515.Hotel-Information) > > [The Savoy](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-The-Savoy.h27158.Hotel-Information) > > [voco Times Square South New York by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-York-Hotels-Hotel-Central-Times-Square.h2170796.Hotel-Information) > > [Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ghent-Hotels-Pillows-Grand-Boutique-Hotel-Reylof-Ghent.h4364829.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Watergate Bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Watergate-Bay-Hotels.0-l553248634855570970-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Pueblo Quinta](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Benalmadena-Hotels-Pueblo-Quinta.h9580248.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Kenilworth - Warwick by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kenilworth-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Kenilworth-Warwick.h2046333.Hotel-Information) > > [Murdeira Village Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sal-Hotels-Murdeira-Village-Resort.h9757219.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Palace Boavista - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boa-Vista-Hotels-RIU-Palace-Boavista-All-Inclusive.h24398112.Hotel-Information) > > [Alt Hotel Halifax Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Halifax-Hotels-Alt-Hotel-Halifax-Airport.h6159326.Hotel-Information) > > [Glenspean Lodge Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Roybridge-Hotels-Glenspean-Lodge-Hotel.h865762.Hotel-Information) > > [Occidental Boa Vista Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boa-Vista-Hotels-Royal-Horizons-Boa-Vista.h3533293.Hotel-Information) > > [Caravan Parks Frinton-on-Sea](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Frinton-On-Sea-Caravan-Parks.d182522-aaCaravanParks.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Hotels in Utrecht](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Utrecht-Hotels.d10203.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Lincoln Plaza London, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Lincoln-Plaza-London.h18107726.Hotel-Information) > > [VOI Praia de Chaves Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boa-Vista-Hotels-VOI-Praia-De-Chaves-Resort.h3018337.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Westminster Abbey](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Westminster-Abbey-Hotels.0-l501559-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Nairobi (NBO) to Mahé Island (SEZ)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/nbo/sez/nairobi-to-victoria) > > [Flights from Vadodara (BDQ) to Marmagao (GOI)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/bdq/goi/vadodara-to-goa) > > [Flights from Dublin (DUB) to Tampa (TPA)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/dub/tpa/dublin-to-tampa) > > [Flights from Lahore (LHE) to Paisley (GLA)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lhe/gla/lahore-to-glasgow) > > [Flights from LON-All Airports to Gran Canaria](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lon/lpa/london-to-las-palmas) > > [Flights from Sydney (SYD) to London (LHR)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/syd/lhr/sydney-to-london) ### Activities ### Packages ### General ---