Hotel Riu Funana
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Cabocan Lote A2, A3, Santa Maria, Ilha do Sal 4111 Cape Verde
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#5 of 26 hotels in Santa Maria
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2020 Travelers' Choice Best of the Best
The 24h All Inclusive Hotel Riu Funana is open all year round, is located on the beach of Sal, in the south of the island, next to the Riu Palace Cabo Verde hotel. The location is ideal due to its proximity to Santa Maria (next village 1,5km) and Sal International Airport (SID) is approx. 15 km away. The hotel has 572 comfortably furnished rooms and offers modern updated amenities. Relax with a massage at our Renova Spa or get in shape at our gym. 2 outdoor pools, 1 children’s pool. For the youngest guests, there is the RiuLand Kids Club (for children from 4 to 7 years & 8 to 12 years old), RiuArt atelier and for adults, day and evening entertainment as well as Pacha discotheque, many water sports activities are offered on the beach. For lovers of gastronomy, we offer live cooking stations at our main buffet as well as Asian, Grill and Gourmet cuisine, 6 bars.
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Parking
Free internet
Pool
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Beach
Diving
Babysitting
Public wifi
Pool / beach towels
Outdoor pool
Fitness / spa locker rooms
Fitness classes
Sauna
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Kid-friendly buffet
Outdoor dining area
Special diet menus
Wine / champagne
Swimup bar
Poolside bar
Snorkeling
Windsurfing
Aerobics
Darts
Entertainment staff
Evening entertainment
Fishing
Nightclub / DJ
Children's playground
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Kids club
Kids pool
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Highchairs available
Airport transportation
Spa
Couples massage
Facial treatments
Foot massage
Full body massage
Hand massage
Head massage
Massage
Neck massage
Salon
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Concierge
Currency exchange
Shared bathroom
Shared lounge / TV area
Shops
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
Sun umbrellas
ATM on site
First aid kit
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
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Room features
Desk
Housekeeping
Private balcony
Safe
Cable / satellite TV
Flatscreen TV
Walk-in shower
Bath / shower
Seating area
Sofa
Telephone
Wardrobe / closet
Bottled water
Clothes rack
Private bathrooms
Wake-up service / alarm clock
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Ocean view
Pool view
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English, French, Spanish, Dutch and 1 more
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Grade: 40 out of 100
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Cabocan Lote A2, A3, Santa Maria, Ilha do Sal 4111 Cape Verde
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My family and I were in dire need of a good holiday and we were looking for something outside Europe. We looked at reviews of Cape Verde and decided to book. We arrived on the 21st December 2019 and stayed for a week. The welcome at reception was excellent and the staff were very attentive. The pools were excellent and well maintained. The alternative was a 15 minute walk to the beach which was pure white sand and blue ocean. I have eaten in many good restaurants and buffets but the Riu Funana was the best. The Christmas buffet was exceptional and no words can describe how good it was! The only negative was the choice of alcohol and no Bailey's... The rooms also were a little tired and needed some updating. I am looking forward to my next trip to Sal!
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Date of stay: December 2019
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good points very nice hotel food was lovely although a bit repetitive we were there 2 weeks , place was very clean and the staff could not do enough for u and were friendly , island loved it very unspoilt which we loved tui were fantastic couldn't fault them bad things entertainment what can i say ive seen alot better we only watched the half of the first 3 nights and we'd had enough things that would of made this hotel the 5 * that its advertised as by tui the lighting on the signs for bedrooms could do with being better there should b lights on the balconies some people like to sit on balconies of an evening tables by the pool so u can have somewhere to put drinks and waitress service round the pool but the hotel was nice just a few things that would make it better…
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Room Tip: we stayed in 6131 it was perfect away from the entertainment noise but close enough to get to the...
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Response from RiuHotelsandResorts, Online Reputation Manager at Hotel Riu Funana
Responded 13 May 2020
Dear guest, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experiences with us. We are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay and could take many nice impressions with you. As we try to meet the individual wishes of our guests every day to offer them a wonderful holiday, we are of course delighted by your kind words. Rest assured that we will keep your suggestions in mind for future improvements! In the hope that we may welcome you soon again we remain with kind regards, Stay safe! Hotel Riu Funana Online Reputation Manager
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Restaurangs great, perfect service. Book on first day!! The thai restaurang had no A_C so it was very warm. But great food. We had lunch close to pool every day, cold beers and different food every day. Wifi all over the hotel except at pool with no heating. It was great to have a heated pool to swim up to bar with sweet drinks. Loved it. Go to the beach, you will love it!!!
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Date of stay: March 2020
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Response from RiuHotelsandResorts, Online Reputation Manager at Hotel Riu Funana
Responded 30 Apr 2020
Dear camgunnarsson, Thank you for sharing the most positive review of your holiday experience with us! We are glad that the beach, our gastronomic offer and especially the great service of our helpful staff were up to your satisfaction! We deeply hope to have the pleasure to host you again as soon as the situation is back to normal! Please stay safe until then, Kind regards, Hotel Riu Funana Online Reputation Manager
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I must admit I came to Cape Verde wondering if it was as good as the reviews said it was, well I was not disappointed, on the transfers I was thinking it looked a bit rough, however once in hotel I soon changed my mind everything was done with efficiency checking in very quickly the only thing was finding your room in the dark ,however we bumped into a nice French couple who showed us the best way, so quick shower and off to the restaurant, the food was excellent just a taste of things to come I have never eaten such a variety of fish all wonderfully cooked, there were plenty of other dishes that you could choose from also the bar selection was not great but for the price we paid was ok staff were great in every department from the beginning to the end I will definitely be back 100%…
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Date of stay: March 2020Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from RiuHotelsandResorts, Online Reputation Manager at Hotel Riu Funana
Responded 30 Apr 2020
Dear Welltraveled1949, Thank you for taking the time to post your wonderful review! It is such a joy to read that you enjoyed your stay with us and found so many positive details to share! Thank you for appreciating the excellent service of our staff and our wide and tasty gastronomic offer! It was a great pleasure hosting you and we will be impatiently waiting for your next visit once the world is back to normal! Stay safe meantime, Warmest greetings, Hotel Riu Funana Online Reputation Manager
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If you are considering an easy going & relaxed holiday with lots of activities if required, this hotel is a good choice. We were initially disappointed about the layout of the accommodation blocks, plus the first impression of our room but once we looked beyond that, we thoroughly enjoyed our holiday. The hotel grounds were extremely well maintained & quite substantial, providing enough options for a quiet or busy time. We were under the impression that we had access to the sister hotel, however that is no longer the case, which was a shame. Next door had access to the Funana, but not the other way round. We were extremely happy with the comfort of the beds, the bedding, pillows, the size of the bedrooms, regular provision of water, tea & coffee facilities, a fridge & a safe provided within the room. There were plenty of sun loungers around the pool, with lots of shaded areas, pool towels provided & regular activities throughout the day if desired. The restaurants allowed for a good choice of food, although it was necessary to book in advance for a couple of the more specialist ones. The main entertainment area was impressive, with some exceptional shows provided. We weren't too keen on the house band, but that's our personal opinion. What absolutely makes this hotel is the VIBE, created solely by the entertainment staff. They worked tirelessly to entertain, day & night. They were always extremely happy & full of energy. They clearly make the whole experience a memorable one. …
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Date of stay: March 2020
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Response from RiuHotelsandResorts, Online Reputation Manager at Hotel Riu Funana
Responded 30 Apr 2020
Dear A343YLericp, Thank you for posting your impressions following your stay at our Hotel Riu Funana! We are very happy that you fully enjoyed our resort facilities, had a satisfactory and comfortable rest in our room and felt well-attended by our attentive and helpful staff. Be sure your kind words will arrive to our whole team! We sincerely appreciate your feedback and is always shared with our Management Team since it is a valuable contribution to our continuous improvement process. Hopefully the world returns to normal soon so that we can welcome you back for another memorable stay! Stay safe meantime, Warm greetings, Hotel Riu Funana Online Reputation Manager
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ken_neil asked a question Dec 2020
Totnes, United Kingdom2 contributions5 helpful votes
Answer from chantelleAmersham
Yesterday |
There are large bottles of water left each day in your room, I would take some smaller bottles with you, so that you can decant the water and leave them in the fridge. The mini fridges do not contain any other drinks. The standard rooms are just fine, I don't think there is any benefit to having a superior room.
Stacie T asked a question Dec 2020
Answer from chantelleAmersham
Dec 2020 |
They will be fine, there is a very good children's animation team who have their own building for daytime activities which is where the children's pool with water shoots etc is situated, and in the evening there is a mini club in one of the theatres, which finishes about 21.30.
Laura S asked a question Dec 2020
Rossington, United Kingdom
Answer from chantelleAmersham
Dec 2020 |
If you go on to the Riu website and click on to the Riu Funana Hotel, you will be able to see all the room types that they do, and then you could possibly upgrade with Riu themselves, as opposed to your tour operator.
Ricky W asked a question Dec 2020
2 contributions3 helpful votes
Answer from chantelleAmersham
Dec 2020 |
All the blocks of rooms are within 5 minutes walk to the pools and restaurants.
Scubydo asked a question Nov 2020
Clifton, United Kingdom79 contributions71 helpful votes
Answer from aliol
Nov 2020 |
Hi there......... looking at the hotel's own website it is presently taking bookings....... so obviously hopeful that it will be able to receive visitors. As we are not allowed by the UK Government to travel prior to lockdown being lifted.....fingers crossed that they will allow travel then. Have you tried speaking to Tui with relation to likely hood of going ahead....... Hope you get to go as we have always enjoyed our stays
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julie m wrote a tip May 2020
Blackpool, United Kingdom15 contributions12 helpful votes
"we stayed in 6131 it was perfect away from the entertainment noise but close enough to get to the bar and entertainment"Read full review
Sharon J wrote a tip Mar 2020
Leeds, United Kingdom83 contributions38 helpful votes
"We had a room in block 7, upstairs, perfectly located for everything."Read full review
neleh45 wrote a tip Mar 2020
Cardiff, United Kingdom26 contributions11 helpful votes
"Avoid room 59"Read full review
Michael D wrote a tip Mar 2020
Newcastle, United Kingdom17 contributions17 helpful votes
"we were in block 8,which was close to the pool and very quiet"Read full review
Joanne Cooley wrote a tip Mar 2020
5 contributions3 helpful votes
"No idea but students and dirty curtains, shower grouting and hanging beads for wardrobe have not been cleaned in years"Read full review
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PRICE RANGE
€102 - €194 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
riu garopa santa maria
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
ClubHotel Riu Garopa
LOCATION
Cape VerdeIlha do SalSanta Maria
NUMBER OF ROOMS
572
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Claim Your Listing Frequently Asked Questions about Hotel Riu Funana
Which popular attractions are close to Hotel Riu Funana?
Nearby attractions include Caramau Tours (1.6 km), Djunta Mo Art (1.8 km), and Project Biodiversity Turtle Conservation Hatchery (0.5 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Hotel Riu Funana?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a swimup bar, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Hotel Riu Funana?
Top room amenities include a flat screen TV, a desk, and a pool view.
What food & drink options are available at Hotel Riu Funana?
Guests can enjoy a swimup bar, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Hotel Riu Funana?
Conveniently located restaurants include Hot Spot, Ocean Cafe, and Soul Kitchen Gourmet Restaurant.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Hotel Riu Funana?
Yes, guests have access to a pool, a fitness centre, and a sauna during their stay.
Does Hotel Riu Funana have an airport shuttle?
Yes, Hotel Riu Funana offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at Hotel Riu Funana?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Hotel Riu Funana?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, and Dutch.
Are there any historical sites close to Hotel Riu Funana?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Paroquia de Nossa Senhora das Dores (1.8 km) and Nazarene Church (1.9 km).