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DOURADA Studios

2.0 star property
Apartment with free parking, a quick walk to Santa Maria Town Square

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Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 2431 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Desert view

Explore the area

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rua Santiago, 22, Santa Maria, Sal, 4111
  • Santa Maria Town Square
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Santa Maria Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Santa Maria Pier
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Sal Island (SID-Amilcar Cabral Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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Studio

  • 431 sq ft
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Sal

This apartment places you within a 15-minute stroll of popular sights such as Santa Maria Town Square and Santa Maria Beach. The apartment includes a kitchenette, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Santa Maria Town Square - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Santa Maria Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Santa Maria Pier - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kite Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Shark Bay Beach - 69 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Sal Island (SID-Amilcar Cabral Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪restaurante Américo's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bar de Praia - Oasis Atlantico - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Criol - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Calema - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Dubliners - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

DOURADA Studios

Apartment with free parking, a quick walk to Santa Maria Town Square
Renovated in 2019, this apartment offers express check-in and express check-out. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing.
The apartment is soundproofed and features a kitchenette and a balcony. The apartment also includes an electric kettle. Limited housekeeping is available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets or service animals

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (weekdays only)
  • Limited-hour front desk

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Segway rentals/tours nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • 9 units
  • Built in 2009
  • Property does not allow children
  • Renovated - December 2019
  • Soundproofing
  • Traditional architecture

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 2 PM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 10 and younger from January to December (children are welcome to stay the rest of the year)

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.49 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 17 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The apartment can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Dourada Studios
Dourada Studios Apartment
Dourada Studios Apartment Santa Maria
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Dourada Studios Cape Verde/Ilha Do Sal - Santa Maria
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DOURADA Studios Apartment Sal

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at this apartment?

This apartment provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do close to this apartment?

Located steps from Santa Maria Municipal Market, this apartment is in Sal, and within a 10-minute walk of Santa Maria Town Square and Nazarene Church. You'll also find Santa Maria Beach and Santa Maria Pier less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at this apartment?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the apartment.

Is this apartment next to a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

Is DOURADA Studios a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities at this apartment that appeal to couples include a kitchenette in each apartment with desert views in some.

Does DOURADA Studios have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this apartment.

Does this apartment offer breakfast?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this apartment allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at this apartment.

What is the closest airport to this apartment?

The closest major airport to this apartment is Sal Island (SID-Amilcar Cabral Intl.), which is 10.9 mi away (16 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at DOURADA Studios?

Yes, every apartment at DOURADA Studios comes with a balcony with some featuring desert views.

DOURADA Studios Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 65 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Amenities
Its cheap and in a good location close to the shops beach and very safe.I was able to go out and come in quite late
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2019

4/10 Poor

Adriana

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Quite bad

Not at all clean and no staff available upon our arrival. Would not recommend, despite the cheap rates. The area however is safe and quiet, but a bit «off» but ok
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

4/10 Poor

barry, normanton

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

basic on a budget

not the best looking location set in the local population you have to accept the noise music/children/dogs ,it has the municipal market on the doorstep large supermarket within walking distance security not a problem keys for front door and room both have solid doors , cooking very hard with only basic equipment
Stayed 21 nights in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Non

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

Satisfaction guaranteed

Enjoyable stay , basic & simple , just the way I like it , and reasonable too , right amongst the locals

10/10 Excellent

rici, bradford

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

because cheap i can rate it 5*

value for money.. this place i found best for me.

2/10 Terrible

C.B., London

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

Don't stay there

The room on ground floor is noisy, dark, the bed is broken, very unpleasant to sleep on. On arrival we have been promised to move to the 1st floor on the day after, but it never happened. If you want fresh towels or fresh sheets or your room to be clean you have to ask for it, otherwise will never happen!!The shower is rusty, and the shower curtain is very dirty! I don't recommend to stay at Dorada studios.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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

Nice apartment close to Santa Maria beach and shop

I enjoyed staying in Santa Maria having access to all the places I wanted to visit

2/10 Terrible

Afshin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our booking was clearly indicated that there would be 2 double beds with a ocean view terrace. They first showed us a room with one double bed, which were didn't accept, they there was a room with no lights and finally we were given a room with 2 double beds with a 1x1m terrace which was 1m away from another tall building with no view. The beds were unconfortable and broken and the sheets were not clean.

4/10 Poor

Robert, Chingford

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Value for money but very, very basic! Room only attended once, no change of linen or towels, toilet paper not replenished, glad I took my own but had no room for sheets and pillowcases!!

6/10 Okay

Joanna, Poland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

OK

OK for this money. Paula - very nice and helpful lady.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

best price-performance ration and geniality ever

Paula, you have been the best host so far! Thank you very much for everything!!! I will be back and can't wait to see you and your lovely family again. Cheers Frank

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
j’aurais du me méfier des commentaires agressifs du propriétaire. Oui je sais que le Cap Very est un pays modeste, et que l’île de Sal peut être onéreuse par rapport à d’autres îles de l’archipel. certes la nuitée pour Sal est bon marché, rien à redire dessus. mais quel endroit horrible. Les serviettes sales, le lit inconfortable, les draps douteux.... la personne de la réception est serviable et gentille.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Ravidson

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Giorgio, Trento

Traveled with partner
Il rapporto qualità prezzo è molto buono. La struttura è spartana ma andava bene così. La signora Paola molto gentile e disponibile.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Jean-luc

Liked: Staff & service
Endroit sympa mais pas de moustiquaires !! Robinetterie a re oit sale de bain Éclairage pas toujours au top Bonne literie Appartement vaste et bien situé .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Rein

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel Dourada

There are no wifi connections also on the evening time wasn't water at all. That was bad point cause we took a full day quad trip and after we couldn't get a shower. The good point - Lady on the reception was very kind and nice she make us feel welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Sébastien

Bon rapport qualité prix.

Il s'agit d'un 2 étoiles au Cap vert donc il faut s'attendre à un 1 étoile côte européen. Studio spacieux, manque de quoi cuisiner mais avec tt ce qui se trouve ds les alentours cela pose pas de problème. Il n'y à pas d'accueil mais le joignable par contact téléphonique a tout moment. Bref. BON SEJOUR !
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

El apartamento está bien en relación con su precio. La persona que te recibe, Paola, está siempre pendiente y dispuesta a ayudar en lo que necesites. Yo he estado muy a gusto.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dåliga sängar Balkongdörr som var svår att öppna Arbetare som störde Inga bra kök/kokmöjligheter
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018