Melia Tortuga Beach, Santa Maria ~ Reviews, Room Choices & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

Urbanizacao Da Cabocan, Zdti De Ponta Preta, Santa Maria, Cape Verde

Meliá Tortuga Beach Resort & Spa is a premier destination on the sun-drenched island of Sal in Cape Verde, known for its stunning beachfront location and lush tropical gardens. Renowned for its extensive experience in hosting congresses and events, the resort serves as a significant hub for business and social gatherings. Guests enjoy exquisite cuisine, diverse recreational activities, and unique wellness options at the complete YHI SPA, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and rejuvenation.

Location

Located only 20 minutes from Amilcar Cabral International Airport, the resort is easily accessible for travelers. It is a short five-minute drive to the vibrant town of Santa Maria, which offers rich cultural experiences and attractions for guests to explore.

Rooms

The resort offers a range of spacious suites, including options with a bedroom featuring a queen-size bed and another with twin beds. Each suite has a lounge area, a terrace or balcony, and additional amenities like telephones and air conditioning. Certain suites also come with two bathrooms and stunning ocean or garden views.

Eat & Drink

Meliá Tortuga Beach features four onsite restaurants serving a mix of international cuisine and local dishes. Guests can experience a unique culinary journey with carefully prepared meals, including breakfast options that cater to various tastes.

Leisure & Business

The resort boasts diverse leisure facilities, including multiple pools for adults and children, a fitness center, and a comprehensive YHI SPA that offers a variety of indulgent treatments. Guests can also engage in a wide range of activities tailored for all ages and discover new wellness concepts.

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The resort provides a range of accommodations, including double rooms, family rooms, and suites, all with breakfast, free cancellations, and exclusive deals.

Two-Bedroom Suite

Max:

2 persons

60 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

Bathtub

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Family Suite

Max:

2 persons

65 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

Bathtub

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Suite

Max:

2 persons

55 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Bathtub

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Getting around

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City Centre

Santa Maria400 m

Airports

Amilcar Cabral (SID) 17.5 km

Rabil (BVC) 96.1 km

Facilities

Enjoy a range of amenities at the resort designed for your comfortable stay and remarkable experiences.

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Lift
Smoke detectors
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Diving
Snorkelling
Horseback riding
Cycling
Aerobics
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Children's pool
Children's play area
Kids club

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Turkish bath
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Body scrub
Facial
Treatment room
Body wraps
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Make up services

Room features

Air conditioning
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Dining table

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Urbanizacao Da Cabocan, Zdti De Ponta Preta, Santa Maria, Cape Verde

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Urbanizacao Da Cabocan, Zdti De Ponta Preta, Santa Maria, Cape Verde

City landmarks

Botanical Garden

Viveiro, Botanical Garden & Zoo di Terra

1.8 km

Santa Maria

The pier santa maria

2.6 km

Santa Maria Beach

Funana Casa da Cultura

2.3 km

Viveiro Botanical Garden

1.1 km

Church

Church Of The Nazarene

2.6 km

De Junho 1

Eliseu

2.6 km

Nature reserve

Project Biodiversity Turtle Conservation Hatchery

2.2 km

Reis T

2.3 km

Church

Paroquia de Nossa Senhora das Dores

2.6 km

Casino

Casino Royal

2.2 km

Beach

Santa Maria

2.2 km

Parish of Our Lady of Sorrows

2.6 km

Night club

Funana casa do musica

2.1 km

Pirata

2.2 km

Manta Diving Center

2.3 km

Nossa Senhora de Fatima

2.3 km

Gallery

Visoes Africanas

2.4 km

Surf Zone

2.4 km

Georges Vynckier

2.5 km

Teatro Vila do Farol

2.5 km

Historic Salt Scales

2.5 km

Igreja Do Nazareno

2.6 km

Londres

2.6 km

Santa Maria

Ponta Sino

2.8 km

Santa Maria Town Square

2.7 km

Sal Beach Club

2.7 km

Zona Do Farolinho Santa Maria 71

Porto Antigo

3.0 km

Museu so sal

2.7 km

Market

Mercado Municipal

2.7 km

Mall

Marche Municipal

2.8 km

Restaurants

O.Grille

200 m

Ilha do Sal - Cabo Verde Urbanização da Cabocan

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience. <br />

80%

liked the resort and would come back

Great dining experience

Attentive staff

Facilities cleanliness

Unreliable Wi-Fi

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

7.8

Location

8.2

Service

8.6

Dining

7.8

Harold

United States, January 2025

8.4/10

We had a wonderful stay at this hotel, with clean and spacious rooms and an exceptional dining experience at O'Grille. The staff were incredibly helpful, especially in the beach bar and at the restaurant. However, the facilities could use some improvement in terms of cleanliness, and the Wi-Fi was rather unreliable. Overall, a great value for money experience that we would consider returning to!

Rooms

8.0

The accommodations were spacious, well-furnished, and comfortable, although some areas felt a bit tired.

Service

9.0

The service was attentive and friendly, with standout staff like Carla and Daniel going above and beyond.

Location

9.0

The hotel is perfectly situated right on the beach, making it easy to enjoy sunbathing and accessing excursions.

Dining

9.0

Dining at O'Grille was outstanding, with a great variety and well-presented dishes, although the buffet could feel crowded at times.

Facilities

7.0

While the beach and pool areas were lovely, they could have benefited from more regular cleaning.

Great dining experience

Facilities cleanliness

Jon

United States, January 2025

8.0/10

I just got back from a wonderful week at this hotel! The rooms are spacious and very clean, boasting a nice balcony. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, which really made our stay enjoyable. However, the dining options had some highs and lows; some restaurants were great but others fell short. Overall, it was a relaxing experience with nice facilities, but a few minor issues here and there.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious, clean, and had a comfortable bed and a nice balcony. However, the cleaning schedule was a bit off, with staff coming to clean quite late in the day.

Service

10.0

The service was lovely, with staff going out of their way to make our stay special, especially for our anniversary dinner.

Location

7.0

Beautiful grounds, very clean, but the cobblestone paths were poorly lit at night, making it tricky to navigate after dark.

Dining

7.0

Dining was a mixed bag; the main buffet, Spices, had good choices, but we found some of the reservation-required restaurants lacking in quality.

Facilities

8.0

The pools were clean and well-maintained, providing a relaxing atmosphere, but the music from nearby areas could be intrusive at times.

Kyle

United States, December 2024

9.0/10

My stay at the hotel was quite enjoyable overall. The location is absolutely stunning, making it feel like paradise. The staff was fantastic, always eager to help and enhance our experience. However, I did have to deal with some minor inconveniences like ants in our room and a few mosquitoes. The food was great, but the dining options could be more varied. The spa prices were on the higher side as well, which is something to keep in mind.

Rooms

8.0

We started off in a room that unfortunately had some ant issues, but we were quickly moved to a much better room with an open-plan layout and lovely decor.

Service

10.0

The staff went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed, especially during a special celebration we had planned.

Location

10.0

The hotel's setting is beautiful, right by the beach with fantastic snorkeling spots nearby.

Dining

8.0

The food was remarkable, with a range of restaurants offering delicious options, but a bit more diversity would be appreciated.

Facilities

9.0

The pool and beach facilities were excellent and well-maintained, perfect for family fun.

Harry

United States, October 2024

7.0/10

We had a somewhat mixed experience at the resort. The beach front villa was spacious and clean, complete with a small pool and private garden, which we loved. However, the loud music from Bikini Beach was quite disruptive, and the visits from stray cats were not ideal. While the entertainment staff were fantastic, some bar staff were a bit rude. Overall, it was enjoyable but there are definitely a few improvements needed for a better stay.

Rooms

7.0

Our beach front villa was spacious, clean, and had a great layout with a private pool and garden. That said, the noise from the loud music at Bikini Beach was a major downside.

Service

6.0

The entertainment staff were really friendly and helpful, but some bar staff were indifferent and not as welcoming.

Location

8.0

The direct beach view was lovely, but the noise level from Bikini Beach made it difficult to fully enjoy the location.

Dining

7.0

We found plenty of good dining options nearby, including reasonable restaurants, but the dining experience at the hotel was less impressive than expected.

Facilities

7.0

The pool area was well-maintained and we enjoyed having our own small pool in the villa. However, securing loungers was a challenge.

Clifford

United States, October 2024

7.6/10

I recently returned from a stay at the Melia Tortuga in Cape Verde and overall it was a pleasant experience. The location was ideal with beautiful weather, a lovely beach, and everything felt pretty accessible. The room we had was spacious, with two bedrooms and bathrooms, which gave us plenty of room to spread out. However, the beach was a bit crowded in the mornings due to a shortage of sun beds. The dining options were good, especially the beach grill, but some amenities were lacking, like toiletries in the room.

Rooms

8.0

Our room was huge with two bedrooms and two bathrooms, giving us plenty of space. It was well-equipped, but there was a lack of amenities like toiletries and a hairdryer.

Service

8.0

The staff were lovely and polite, making our stay enjoyable. They were attentive and quick to assist but at times did face shortages in providing all the needed amenities.

Location

7.0

The location was about 20 minutes from the airport and very close to the beach, which was fantastic for relaxing. However, the paths had some uneven cobbles that made navigation tricky.

Dining

8.0

Dining was a highlight with a variety of options, especially at the beach grill. The buffet had good quality food and a decent selection, but a bit more variety would have been nice.

Facilities

7.0

Facilities were decent with nice pools and beachfront access. However, the beach loungers were insufficient for all guests during peak times.