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Hotel Central Santa Maria

3.5 star property
Hotel Central Santa Maria creates a peaceful haven where travelers can enjoy spa treatments, sip cocktails on the rooftop, and relax in serene surroundings.

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This tranquil retreat sits near Nazarene Church, offering continental breakfast to start the day right. Guests unwind on the rooftop terrace with drinks from the beach bar or pamper themselves with rejuvenating spa services including manicures and facials.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Room options

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Double Room, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Single Room, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Sal, Hotel Central Santa Maria is connected to a shopping center. Santa Maria Town Square and Ponta Preta are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Santa Maria Beach and Kite Beach. Don't miss out on a visit to Viveiro Botanical Garden & Zoo. Scuba diving and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ziplining and horse riding nearby. Visit our Sal travel guide
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4111 Rua Das Salinas, Sal, Sal

What's nearby

  • Dog resting in front of a fisher boat in Santa Maria beach in Sal Cape Verde - Cabo Verde; Shutterstock ID 243218044
    Santa Maria Beach
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nazarene Church
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Maria Town Square
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Maria Pier
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Maria Municipal Market
    5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Sal Island (SID-Amilcar Cabral Intl.)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Criol
    4 min walk
  • Papaya
    6 min walk
  • restaurante Américo's
    3 min walk
  • Calema
    4 min walk
  • Genuine Grill & Pizza
    2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Central Santa Maria

Hotel near Santa Maria Town Square
Located close to Nazarene Church and Santa Maria Municipal Market, Hotel Central Santa Maria provides free continental breakfast, a beach bar, and a grocery/convenience store. Active travelers can enjoy ecotours at this hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a rooftop terrace and a shopping mall on site.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), access to a nearby health club, and luggage storage
  • Bicycle parking, water sports equipment, and a banquet hall
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a nature reserve, and concierge services
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and offices.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • Plasma TVs with digital channels, DVD players, and DVRs
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and video-game consoles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Designer stores
  • Ecotours
  • Shopping mall
  • Water sports equipment
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Electric bike charging
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • DVR
  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Video game console
  • Video games

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Office
  • Phone
  • Printer
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
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); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CVE 2750.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for CVE 2200.0 per night

Property payment types

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.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: CVE 2200 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: CVE 2200.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: CVE 2750.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 mobile payments; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number No 45/2022/7/10

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Rua das Salinas
Hotel Central Santa Maria Sal
Hotel Central Santa Maria Hotel
Hotel Central Santa Maria Hotel Sal

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Central Santa Maria pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Central Santa Maria?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel Central Santa Maria?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Hotel Central Santa Maria provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of CVE 2200 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Central Santa Maria located?

Located in the heart of Sal, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Nazarene Church and Santa Maria Town Square. Santa Maria Municipal Market and Santa Maria Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Central Santa Maria Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 41 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was big and always clean, staff was very helpful and the decor was nice
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was spotlessly clean and the room spacious. Situated just a five minute walk from the beach and bars and restaurants. But the best thing was the staff they couldn't do enough for you and were always genuinely happy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Pleasant stay

Very pleasant staff, clean hotel with fresh and simple styling, and lovely breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nonye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not aesthetically all that, but very clean and comfortable and very central to every where you’d want to go. The staff are the most amazing people I’ve come across. I had a casual chat with Kipsa( I hope I spelt it well ) and mentioned it was my birthday. He got the kitchen to make me a birthday cake which made my day and made me feel at home. Would 100% recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Liked the location. The place is clean. Did not like dishonest hotel management charging twice for my room under the excuse of having a guest for about half hour. After complaining the next day, a refund was requested. Will never stay at this hotel again. Expedia should make note. The double room charge was fraudulent.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

María

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I qill definitely stayed there again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming proprty.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kereon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, and really really good location. I booked last minute (literally the day I landed) so there weren't many options left due to the holidays, but I am glad I chose this hotel! It's walkable to the beach and all the bars and restaurants. I always felt safe as a woman walking alone late at night. I would definitely recommend this place to friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gudrun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good staff and clean. I did miss that there was no shampoo or body soap

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for the price. Marble staircases and landings with good breakfast. Five mins to the beach and the restaurant strip. For good restaurant (shabby outside) out of hotel go right and first left. Then it’s on the left. Lots of other restaurants in area. Never had bad meal. Hotel will collect from airport (20 min ride) for 20 euro. Recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ivaldo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Osvaldo

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Posizione ottima. Le camere migliorabili. Personale gentile e disponibile
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mehabsr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Alt var godt
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

clement

Liked: Staff & service
Le confort du lit…
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrale è pulito, a pochi metri dalla via principale di Santa Maria, personale disponibile e ottima colazione!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Enrica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Molto centrale, vicinissima alla piazza e alla via principale. Personale gentilissimo e disponibile. Unica pecca: assenza di phon e mini frigo nelle camere.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Manuela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beschreibung Hotelaufenthalt am 3.8.25

Komfortables sauberes Zimmer, gutes Bett, Weckdienst und Taxibestellung ohne Probleme .Koffer wurden aufs Zimmer getragen (2 Stock), Frühstück lecker, Personal sehr hilfsbereit und freundlich
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beau séjour. Bon accueil de tout le monde .super petit déjeuner. Merci pour le changement de matelas .a 3 minutes de la plage et des magasins, des restaurants .
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Buenno Hotel et Gente Muy Simpatica
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Etwas abseits vom Strand gelegen, aber ruhig. Zimmer geräumig. Netter Innenhof. Freundliches Personal. Frühstück: nicht angenehm, der Raum ist nicht für die vielen Gäste ausgelegt. Wenn man kommt, findet man nur dreckige Tische vor, überall Verbotsschilder, was man nicht darf, aber niemand bemüht sich, neuen Gästen einen sauberen Tisch zuzuweisen, man kommt sich nicht wie Gast sondern wie ein Bittsteller vor.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bjorn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enkelt men trevligt hotell

Hotellet var trevligt, personalen var jättetrevlig. Den enda lilla nackdelen var väl egentligen att det inte fanns tillgängligt någon bra plats att sitta utomhus på.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Heinz

Liked: Cleanliness
Central gelegen aber einwenig zu laut (Türen) keinen Kühlschrank im Zimmer!!
Stayed 19 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Hotelli keskeisellä paikalla.

Hotellin sijainti loistava. Aivan pääkadun läheisyydessä ei kuitenkaan turhaa hälyä, joten silti rauhallinen. Sisään ja uloskirjautuminen nopea. Aamiainen suppea mutta hyvä. Vihanneksia ja hedelmiä kaipasin. Suihkun paineet heitteli ja lavuari ei vetänyt kunnolla olivat suurimmat puutteet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Etwas spartanisch eingerichtet

Das Personal ist äusserst nett: (Réception, Frühstücksservice, Zimmerpersonal). Die Einrichtung ist etwas lieblos und spartanisch. Kein Kühlschrank im Zimmer. Die Vorhänge kann man nicht genügend öffnen und die Dusche ist unpraktisch, so dass viel Wasser neben die Dusche auf den Fussboden spritzt. Preis- / Leistungsverhältnis okay.
Blick aus dem Zimmer (2. Stock)
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alvaro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Muy limpia , nueva , buen precio y muy cerca a todo. Ubicada en una calle tipica del pais donde te puedes sentir un local.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024