Escape to Hotel Da Luz, near Nazarene Church and Santa Maria Town Square. Relax on the rooftop terrace, indulge in a rejuvenating massage at the spa or lounge by the outdoor pool with sun loungers.
Santa Maria Municipal Market - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Santa Maria Town Square - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Nazarene Church - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Santa Maria Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Santa Maria Pier - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
Sal Island (SID-Amilcar Cabral Intl.) - 21 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Criol - 5 min walk
restaurante Américo's - 9 min walk
Cape Fruit - 4 min walk
Porto Antigo Restaurant - 5 min walk
Angulo Beach Club - 5 min walk
About this property
Hotel Da Luz
Hotel Da Luz features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 10-minute walk of Santa Maria Town Square and Nazarene Church. Guests can be pampered with deep-tissue massages at the spa and grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other highlights include an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a snack bar/deli.
At a glance
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Hotel size
54 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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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
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Coffee/tea in a common area
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Childcare in room (surcharge)
What to do
Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Horse riding nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Segway rentals/tours nearby
Ziplining nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Beach sun loungers
Beach umbrellas
Pool loungers
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Garden
Library
Television in common areas
An outdoor pool
Full-service spa
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Low-height counter/sink
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch LCD TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Memory foam mattress
What to enjoy
Balcony
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (surcharge)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Spa
The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages.
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of CVE 1770 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of CVE 2757 (subject to availability)
Safes in guestrooms can be used for CVE 1102.65 per week
Children & extra beds
In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
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.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Hotel Da Luz Sal
Da Luz Sal
Hotel Da Luz Sal
Hotel Da Luz Hotel
Hotel Da Luz Hotel Sal
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Da Luz offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Da Luz does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Da Luz?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Da Luz?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Da Luz?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Da Luz?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is CVE 1770 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Da Luz?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of CVE 2757 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Hotel Da Luz and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, fishing, and horseback riding. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming and segway rentals. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Hotel Da Luz also has spa services and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Da Luz?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers local and international cuisine.
Does Hotel Da Luz have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Hotel Da Luz like?
Hotel Da Luz is a short 8-minute walk from Santa Maria Town Square and 11 minutes' walk from Santa Maria Beach.
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Reviews
Hotel Da Luz Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.6
Cleanliness
8.4
Location
8.2
Staff & service
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 14, 2023
All you need for a confortable stay
Sergio
Verified
6/10 Good
Dec 1, 2025
We stayed in a ground-floor room. The laminate flooring was already swollen from the damp and smelled musty. The patio door couldn't be locked. The shower cubicle didn't have a sliding door. There were plenty of towels, and everything was clean. The beds were good, and although the air conditioning could be adjusted, it seemed to make hardly any difference. Breakfast was okay; scrambled eggs cost an extra €1. We only stayed one night (€122). The atmosphere was very pleasant, and the staff was friendly.
Christof
Christof, 1-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Jan 19, 2025
I stayed here for one night before catching a flight to another island. At €100 per night – the most expensive rate I’ve paid on Cape Verde – it was a huge disappointment.
As a Gold Member on Expedia, I was promised a bottle of sparkling wine, which was missing. Instead, my room came with a cockroach (photo attached). Maybe it drank the wine for me.
The air conditioning didn’t work, the shower drain was clogged, and mosquitoes thrived in the stagnant water. Housekeeping seemed questionable too – the first thing I saw was a squished mosquito smeared on the wall. When I asked for another room, the night porter said the hotel was fully booked.
For one night, it’s manageable, but for this price, you’d expect better. Breakfast was fine, though I never got my omelet after waiting 30 minutes. The cockroach, however, met its end and became a feast for ants by morning.
I wouldn’t recommend this hotel – it’s way overpriced and feels too "eco-friendly" for comfort.
Alexander
Alexander, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Dec 28, 2025
Breakfast (they started charging for the egg), hot water in the shower and smell of mold on the room
Julia
Julia, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 28, 2024
Friendly, caring, clean and great price value.
Antonio
Antonio, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 30, 2022
Good location great value nice people
Organised an airport transfer but no one came to collect, luckily there was a night guard who could still check us in and we did get a free upgrade. Also extending the stay was very easy. Location is good very near the beach and room condition was great also. Would recommend
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Dec 17, 2025
We chose Last Luz Hotel based on what appeared to be reasonable reviews, however our experience was extremely disappointing.
There was no hot water in the shower, and the Wi-Fi did not work in the rooms, which was a major inconvenience. The linen and towels were visibly stained, which is unacceptable for any hotel.
Our booking included a complimentary bottle of sparkling wine, which was never provided. I raised this issue four separate times with reception, and each time was told they were “speaking to the reception manager, Elso Lopes.” Despite this, there was no follow-up, no communication, and no resolution.
Breakfast was also very poorly managed. We arrived at 7:00am and asked for eggs, only to be met with a rude response stating we would need to wait. We were happy to do so, however by 8:00am there were still no eggs, at which point we left without eating.
Overall, the service was hostile and unwelcoming. Staff did not smile, appeared disengaged, and gave the impression they did not want to be there. Basic hospitality and customer service standards were not met.
Unfortunately, based on our experience, I would not recommend this hotel
Daniel
Daniel, 2-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Feb 25, 2025
WORST HOTEL EVER AND HOTELS IS NOT BEING RESPONSIB
Ohh my god, please do not go to this hotel. Its a scam, and hotels.com is not taking responsability of this. I arrived at 1am to the hotel, and they said they didnt have rooms available (and we had the reservation confirmed, and we had to go to another hotel, which was a motel, without water) and then the next day we went back adn they gave us a room, and surprise no hot water. For 100 euros, you rather go to many other places in the area. This hotel is really bad managed and they dont have hot water, check the reviews from google, not form hotels. And please think twice about using hotels.com, UNTIL TODAY THEY ARE NOT BEING RESPONSIBLE WITH THIS.
Claudia
Claudia, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
May 11, 2026
Funcionários simpáticos e atenciosos. Muito dificil fazer com que a água do chuveiro saia sempre na mesma temperatura.
Ricardo
Ricardo, 4-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jul 9, 2025
Frokosten er bra. Renhold er bra.
Anne Rigmor
Anne Rigmor, 9-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2025
Hôtel et personnel au top, je recommande !
Helton
Helton, 7-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 10, 2025
Lage Top, zweckmässiges Hotel
Ich hatte ein Zimmer im EG, in der Dusche tropfte es von der Decke, wenn die Gäste über mir duschten. Zudem kein Duschvorhang... Klimaanlage war defekt.
Personal eher demotiviert.
Frühstück habe ich ausgelassen, hat überhaupt nicht frisch und lecker ausgesehen.
Anita
Anita, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 12, 2024
Séjour agréable
Très bon séjour le directeur est aux petits soins pour les clients cela est vraiment agréable . Le petit déjeuner pourrait être un peu plus diversifié et devoir payer 1 euros de supplément pour 1 omelette ressemble à une blague . Mais tout est correcte propre et frais
Sylvie
Sylvie, 1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Mar 31, 2024
Vaatimaton hotelli
Sijainti ok. Muuten todella vaatimaton hotelli. Koko aikana ei tullut lämmintä vettä suihkusta, ilmastointi ei toiminut ja muutenkin nuhjuinen mesta.
Jukka
Jukka, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2023
A recommander pour un séjour à Santa Maria
Hôtel propre, équipements en bon état, les chambres sont spacieuses (coin salon, balcon donnant sur la piscine). La piscine est très agréable. Petit déjeuner très correct. Le personnel est aux petits soins. Le quartier est calme, en retrait de la zone touristique mais en 5 minutes vous êtes sur la grande rue piétonne et ses multiples bars, restos et magasins.
marc
marc, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 21, 2023
Das Personal war sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend. Sie haben uns bei jedem Problem unterstützt und uns sehr geholfen.
Das Frühstück war lecker und die Auswahl ausreichend.
Corina
Corina, 9-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 27, 2022
Bon hôtel un peu excentré
Bon hôtel à Santa Maria mais un peu excentré (pas de panique, une quinzaine de minutes de marche et vous êtes au centre ville. Comptez 5 à 10 minutes pour la plage). Chambre confortable, wifi parfaite, piscine agréable et bon petit déjeuner. Seuls bémols, la navette aéroport pourtant commandée à l'avance n'est jamais venue et j'ai dû prendre un taxi (au même prix que celui convenu avec l'hôtel) et pour le retour, l'hôtel demandait 5 € de plus qu'initialement prévu. J'ai donc été chercher un taxi moi même. Ah oui. Pas de shampoing dans les chambres. Uniquement du savon. Il y a un petit magasin chinois à 50 mètres. Vous pourrez en acheter là bas au cas où
Régis
Régis, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2022
Service friendly environment
Maria
Maria, 7-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
May 7, 2022
Good hotel but lacking in some areas
Nice enough hotel just a short walk to the centre of the town.
First night there was a loud buzzing from electricity box that kept me up all night. That was sorted the next day.
I had 2 VIP Gold offers on my account. They failed to provide either of them. Didn’t receive a bottle of sparkling wine on checkin. Indeed they charged me €2 for a bottle of water.
I was also entitled to free late checkout. They refused unless I paid €25 (so there was obviously availability).
The shower seems to run out of hot water by 9am. So I couldn’t shower before checking out.
It’s ok for the price, but might be worth ignoring any Gold benefits offered (you won’t get them) and paying a bit more to stay somewhere else.
Evan
Evan, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 7, 2022
Great and modern little hotel. Centrally located and within a short walk from most restaurants, beach, bars, and main street
Nicolai
Nicolai, 7-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 16, 2021
Very nice
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2021
Affordable, clean, and friendly stay.
John-Paul
John-Paul, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2020
Hôtel Design
Magnifique hôtel en centre ville, au design très réussi. Tout le confort est là avec en bonus, un personnel charmant.
Julien
Julien, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 20, 2020
Supernöjd....
Christina
Christina, 14-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 10, 2020
Mysigt litet hotel.Fräsha rum och bra frukost.Inget att klag på.