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Hotel Riu Funana - All Inclusive

5.0 star property

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
4 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Asian cuisine
Garden
Garden
Reception

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Cabocan Lote A2, A3, Sal
  • Place, Santa Maria Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Maria Pier
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Maria Town Square
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sal Island (SID-Amilcar Cabral Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About this property

Hotel Riu Funana - All Inclusive

Catch some rays at the nearby beach or spend the day relaxing at Hotel Riu Funana - All Inclusive's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the property's 4 restaurants. Housekeeping is available on request.
Hotel Riu Funana - All Inclusive offers 572 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. Satellite televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a fitness centre.

Guests aged under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility or hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the property's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a hot tub and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

During your stay at Hotel Riu Funana - All Inclusive, you'll be within walking distance of Santa Maria Pier. Features include free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Drinking and dining options include 4 restaurants, a beach bar and a swim-up bar
  • Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools
  • Indulge with massages at the spa
  • Amenities include a conference centre, multilingual staff and a terrace
  • On-site recreation includes a gym, volleyball and a playground
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Nazarene Church and a few minutes from Santa Maria Municipal Market
Hotel Riu Funana - All Inclusive is an all-inclusive property. Room rates include meals and beverages at on-site restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities, such as umbrellas and sunloungers. At Hotel Riu Funana - All Inclusive, you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Free breakfast is served daily. There are 4 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 5 bars/lounges, a beach bar and a poolside bar. Public spaces have free WiFi. This all-inclusive property also offers a complimentary children's club, a children's pool and a fitness centre. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Sal property is smoke free.

Guests are served a free buffet breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Espargos – This buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Mandalay – This theme restaurant specialises in Asian cuisine and only serves dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Mambana – This poolside theme restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Kulinarium – This fine-dining restaurant only serves dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.

All-inclusive details

This property is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks and beverages included

Water activities

Kayaking
Snorkelling
Surfing/body boarding
Windsurfing

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Volleyball
Spa facilities
Limited spa services
Children's club

Entertainment

On-site entertainment and activities
Access to on-site nightclubs
On-site live performances

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 4 restaurants
  • 5 bars/lounges
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar

Restaurants on site

  • Espargos
  • Kulinarium
  • Mambana
  • Mandalay

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle storage
  • Children's pool
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fitness classes
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Nightclub
  • Playground
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • In-room cot
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 2 floors
  • 7 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Riu Funana - All Inclusive

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed 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, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Covid-19 Health Protocol (RIU)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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Hotel Riu Funana - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 161 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 161 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 161 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 161 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 161 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rajwinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quick and easy check-in. Very spacious room with a very large bathroom. All staff very friendly, helpful and courteous. Large selection of food in the restaurant. 10 minute walk to the beach. Two minute walk to the local and free waterslide park.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Errol S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
⸻ Title: A Stunning Oasis with Exceptional Entertainment and Service Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) I recently returned from an unforgettable stay at Riu Funana in Sal, Cape Verde, and I can confidently say this resort exceeded all expectations. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by friendly, professional staff who went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. Their warm hospitality and attention to detail truly made a difference and elevated the entire experience. The resort itself is a beautiful oasis nestled in an otherwise arid landscape. Lush gardens, spacious grounds, and well-maintained facilities create a feeling of paradise. But the real showstopper is the stunning beach – imagine turquoise waters lapping against white, powdery sand that stretches for miles. It’s postcard-perfect and ideal for both relaxing and taking in the breathtaking views. One of the highlights of our stay was the entertainment. The team does a fantastic job, keeping the energy high and the atmosphere lively. A special mention must go to the All White Party on Friday night – an absolutely exceptional event! The music, lights, dancing, and vibe made it one of the most memorable nights of the holiday. Whether you’re looking to unwind by the pool, explore the island, or enjoy vibrant entertainment in the evenings, Riu Funana has something for everyone. We left feeling refreshed, relaxed, and already planning our return. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Anna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
All clean
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Pedro

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Crowded and noisy, everywhere. Place is too big, decadent, packed with people. The “all inclusive” regime attracts a crowd who seems to be there just to eat and drink at all occasions
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonilisa Helena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inês

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

Parfait

Hotel idéal pour un séjour en famille. Très propre, nourriture délicieuse, kids club, animations, personnel souriant et aux petits soins. Plage juste à côté. Pas de transfert mais taxis à disposition (20€ de/pour l'aéroport et 5€ jusqu'à Santa Maria). On reviendra sans hésitation !
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fabulous resort. A must stay with very friendly and welcoming staff, clean and well maintained facilities, plenty of food options beautiful beaches and lots of activities to keep you busy. 10 out of 10 👍😊
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joao

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Franck Patrick

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Pawel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything is beautiful and the staffs are very friendly I did recommend to anyone who likes to have fun at the resort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Lionel

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Bozena

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tian

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Excellent staying

Everything was excellent. Very professional and kind staff. We especially liked animation program and super cool animators. Excellent food and alot to choose for all tastes. Room is nice, clean and cleaning ladies are very nice and friendly. We were on our honeymoon and the staff gave us a welcome drink to the room and nice decoration with towels.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Santo, Murches

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is lovely surrounded by palm trees. The rooms are spacious. We liked that the various buildings of rooms were only 2 floors and each had a veranda. We were especially impressed with their buffets. Incredible variety of foods and very well prepared. The only thing it lacks from our perspective is a couple more a la carte restaurants. There is only one in the resort, the rest are buffets.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josh

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

Funana Fantastic

I stayed for a week with family. The hotel has everything you could wish for, it has African decor, to give you a true authentic African atmosphere with terracotta and dark wood, African paintings, The cleaners and maintenance workers never stop. The restaurants are great, the pool is fabulous, the beach is a stroll to the back of the hotel grounds. I highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

leidimar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the buffet. The variety of food is endless. The staff are very friendly and super hardworking. I liked everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

adrien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Angela

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the night entertainment, especially the kids activities, the food at the buffet restaurants and the cleanliness of the property. The gardens are immaculate and very well looked after. Two out of three A la carte restaurants should not be closed 3 days per week, by the time we checked in they were fully booked. The rooms are in need of refurbishment, they don't meet 5 stars standards. The mini fridge in the rooms only offer two bottle of water, we stayed for three nights at a different 5* hotel in the island and they were offering a selection of soft drinks and beer in the room. Air conditioning in the room works fine but again, the vents are dated and you cannot switch between different modes such as dry, cool, fan.. or intensities. Overall a very good experience, expecially for families with young kids, but if you are a couple or looking for a 5* experience and comfort you might find other hotels in the island meeting your expectations fully and a better value for money.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022