Hotel Riu Funana Santa Maria, Santa Maria ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Cabocan Lote A2, A3, Santa Maria, Cape Verde, .

The Hotel Riu Funana offers a comprehensive all-inclusive experience on Sal Island, Cape Verde, with a beachfront location known for its fine sand and vibrant blue waters. This resort combines modern amenities with cultural experiences from unique local sites, such as the Pedra de Lume and the fishing village of Palmeira. With 24-hour service, it caters to families, couples, and groups seeking relaxation and entertainment. Guests are provided with extensive facilities and activities to create an authentic vacation atmosphere.

Location

Hotel Riu Funana is situated 15.5 miles from Amilcar Cabral International Airport, providing convenient access for travelers. The resort is located near notable attractions such as Shark Bay Beach and Palmeira. Local transportation options facilitate exploration of Cape Verde’s captivating landscapes and cultural sites.

Rooms

The hotel features 572 air-conditioned rooms distributed across six buildings. Each room includes satellite TV, a safe, a mini refrigerator, an electric kettle, and a balcony or terrace with scenic views. Amenities are designed to ensure comfort, providing guests with a pleasant stay. The hotel's modern décor and thoughtful layout contribute to a relaxing environment.

Eat & Drink

Dining at the Hotel Riu Funana includes a variety of culinary experiences across four onsite restaurants. Guests can savor Asian cuisine, gourmet dishes at Kulinarium, and grilled options at the poolside restaurant. The main restaurant offers a buffet that caters to different tastes, including vegetarian dishes and show cooking stations.

Leisure & Business

Facilities at the hotel support a range of leisure activities for guests of all ages. The Pacha nightclub provides entertainment options, while the Renova Spa offers pampering treatments, including massages and beauty services. Activity programs, sports facilities, and a kids’ club ensure there are fun options available, contributing to an enjoyable experience.

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Santa Maria 1.1 mi

Airports

Amilcar Cabral (SID) 12.7 mi

Rabil (BVC) 61.6 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Serenity

“The room was impressively spacious and impeccably clean, providing a tranquil retreat after a day of activities.” view full review

Diverse Delights

“Dining options were truly remarkable, with a great selection of dishes that kept our meals exciting every day.” view full review

Relaxing Oasis

“The pool area was a lovely retreat, featuring two large pools that perfectly complemented our vacation vibe.” view full review

Charming Ambiance

“The room decor was simple yet pleasing, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere throughout our stay.” view full review

General

Non-smoking property
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Elevator
Gift/Newsstand
Hairdresser
Multilingual staff

Sports & Fitness

Exercise gym
Fitness studio

Services

Tours/Ticket assistance
Stores/Commercial services

Dining

Continental breakfast
Restaurant
Poolside snack bar
Buffet breakfast

Children

Children's pool
Kids club
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Karaoke
Garden area
Spa & wellness center
Sauna
Jacuzzi

Room features

Air conditioning
In-room safe
Terrace
Balcony

Media

Television
Telephone

Location

Cabocan Lote A2, A3, Santa Maria, Cape Verde, .

Map view

Cabocan Lote A2, A3, Santa Maria, Cape Verde, .

City landmarks

Santa Maria

The pier santa maria

1.4 mi

Santa Maria Beach

Funana Casa da Cultura

1.1 mi

Nature reserve

Project Biodiversity Turtle Conservation Hatchery

4100 ft

Botanical Garden

Viveiro, Botanical Garden & Zoo di Terra

1.9 mi

Church

Church Of The Nazarene

1.5 mi

De Junho 1

Eliseu

1.5 mi

Night club

Funana casa do musica

2300 ft

Casinos

Casino Royal

3800 ft

Beach

Santa Maria

4000 ft

Church

Paroquia de Nossa Senhora das Dores

1.4 mi

Manta Diving Center

3500 ft

Teatro Vila do Farol

4000 ft

Santa Maria

Ponta Sino

5200 ft

Parish of Our Lady of Sorrows

1.4 mi

Reis T

1.3 mi

Surf Zone

5100 ft

Gallery

Visoes Africanas

5200 ft

Georges Vynckier

5200 ft

Pirata

5200 ft

Historic Salt Scales

5300 ft

Zona Do Farolinho Santa Maria 71

Porto Antigo

1.3 mi

Londres

1.1 mi

Sal Beach Club

1.1 mi

Santa Maria Town Square

1.1 mi

Museu so sal

1.1 mi

Igreja Do Nazareno

1.1 mi

B.Leza

1.2 mi

Femanja

1.2 mi

submerged christus statue

1.2 mi

Sao Eduardo

1.2 mi

Nearby

Nature reserve

Project Biodiversity Turtle Conservation Hatchery

1900 ft

Restaurants

The Bounty Beach Restaurant

4300 ft

Avda dos Hoteis

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

86%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Scenic location

Great service

Food storage issue

Limited outdoor space

8.6/10

Great

Rooms

8.6

Location

9.8

Service

8.4

Dining

8.0

Keith

United Kingdom, May 2024

8.4/10

The hotel is situated directly at a beautiful beach on the south-west coast of the island Sal, offering a prime location. The rooms are clean and comfortable with daily cleaning services, but the pricing could be better. The service is commendable, adding to the overall positive experience.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are clean, comfortable, and come with a balcony for a relaxing stay.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, from reception staff to bar and poolside service. The staff made great efforts to ensure a pleasant stay.

Location

10.0

The hotel is located directly at a beautiful beach on the south-west coast of Sal, providing a stunning ocean view.

Dining

7.0

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers a range of facilities to enhance your stay. However, the pricing could be adjusted for better value.

Anthony

United Kingdom, January 2024

8.0/10

The hotel offers a great value for money. It is clean and comfortable with friendly staff. The location is convenient, right by the beach on a beautiful island. The dining experience is satisfactory with numerous options, but there are minor drawbacks in the service.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are kept spotlessly clean and comfortable with proper beds and good mattresses.

Service

7.0

The service, from food to room cleaning, is provided with very good service. However, there may be occasional lapses in management presence.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is a highlight being right on the beach on a lovely island. It's easily accessible by taxi for a reasonable price.

Dining

8.0

With a variety of dining options available, the hotel serves good food overall. However, some specific preferences like Koshihikari brand rice may not be available.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel provides adequate facilities to enhance the stay. However, there may be room for improvement to offer a more luxurious experience.

Ken

United Kingdom, January 2024

9.0/10

The hotel offers clean and comfortable rooms with proper beds and good mattresses. The friendly staff provides excellent service throughout, from food and bar service to room cleaning and maintenance. The location is superb, right on a beautiful island with stunning white sand beaches. The dining experience is top-notch with a variety of options available. Overall, a great choice for a relaxing and enjoyable stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are spotlessly clean and provide good air conditioning. Proper beds with good mattresses ensure a comfortable stay.

Service

9.0

The staff delivers very good service with a friendly and welcoming attitude.

Location

10.0

The hotel is located on a beautiful island with a gorgeous stretch of white sand beach. An excellent choice for a relaxing getaway.

Dining

8.0

The dining options are diverse and serve high-quality food, including a steak house for a delicious meal.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offers excellent facilities for a comfortable and convenient stay.

Edward

United Kingdom, November 2023

9.0/10

I was delighted with my stay at this hotel. The rooms were kept meticulously clean, spacious, and featured a lovely balcony. The service throughout my visit, from reception to bar and pool side, was exceptional. The location near the amazing beach and within an island setting was truly memorable. Although the dining options were superb, the issues with food storage temperature were concerning. Overall, a great value for the experience.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were kept meticulously clean and provided ample space with a nice balcony.

Service

9.0

The staff made great efforts to ensure a pleasant stay, providing very good service from reception to bar and pool side.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location near the amazing beach within an island setting was truly remarkable.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was excellent with a variety of options available, but the issues with food storage temperature were concerning.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were great, offering everything needed for a comfortable stay.

Scenic location

Food storage issue

Timothy

United Kingdom, September 2023

8.8/10

The hotel offers a clean and comfortable stay with a friendly staff in a great location along the beautiful beach but lacks variety in dining options. The pool area is well-kept and enjoyable for guests. The overall value for money is good.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were kept very clean and offered a pool/sea view with good amenities.

Service

8.0

The staff made great efforts in service and character, including the manager's attention. Shops and tours services were available.

Location

10.0

The hotel is located directly at a beautiful beach on the south-west coast of the island Sal, offering a fabulous beach experience.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience served the best food with various options available, including the steak house.