Hotel Riu Palace Boavista - Sal Rei

$$$$||View on mapSal Rei, Cape VerdeLote Ph04, Urb. Morrinho De Baguincho, Sal Rei, Cape Verde|
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Hotel Riu Palace Boavista - Sal Rei
Lote Ph04, Urb. Morrinho De Baguincho, Sal Rei, Cape Verde·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.7Great
Breakfast10.0
Staff9.3
Cleanliness9.2
Facilities9.1
Location9.1
Who stays here
Couples58%
Families26%
Groups9%
Solo6%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.7Great
Breakfast10.0
Staff9.3
Cleanliness9.2
Facilities9.1
Location9.1
Who stays here
Couples58%
Families26%
Groups9%
Solo6%

5-star all-inclusive resort with a water park and 4 pools near Praia da Boca de Salina beach

Pools and Water Park

Hotel Riu Palace Boavista Sal Rei offers 4 outdoor swimming pools, including a heated kids' pool and a heated main pool open year-round. A dedicated water park with slides provides family-friendly fun alongside the two heated swim-up bars. Guests can also enjoy the 50-meter leisure pool or the activity pool near the beach.

Dining Options

The hotel operates 4 restaurants: the main buffet Africa, the beachfront Sal Rei steakhouse, Kristal gourmet fusion, and Japanese restaurant Javanes. A buffet breakfast is served daily, and themed nights include local seafood and international dishes. The snack bar by the main pool serves burgers, pizzas, and fresh fruit throughout the day.

Entertainment and Activities

Evening entertainment includes live music, themed shows, and a nightclub with DJ sets. The hotel hosts a weekly white party at the neighboring Riu Karamboa, accessible via a 5-minute walk. Daytime activities range from boules and beach volleyball to quad bike excursions booked through the TUI desk.

Wellness and Fitness

The spa and wellness centre offers massage treatments, a sauna, steam room, and hot tub. Guests can use the fitness centre with cardio machines and attend scheduled fitness classes. Hair treatments and beauty services are available at the spa reception.

Family-Friendly Facilities

A dedicated kids' club provides structured activities for children aged 4-12, including games, arts, and sports. The hotel has a children's playground, a separate kids' pool, and a water park with slides suitable for all ages. The snorkelling equipment and water sport facilities on-site allow families to explore the 300-meter-long beach.

  • Location: 300 m from Praia da Boca de Salina beach
  • Rooms: Air-conditioned rooms with private balcony, minibar, and flat-screen TV
  • Dining: 4 on-site restaurants including buffet, steakhouse, fusion, and Japanese
  • Wellness: Sauna, hot tub, spa facilities, fitness center
  • Entertainment: Water park with slides, nightclub, live shows, kids' club
  • Family: Children's playground, kids' pool, dedicated activities program
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
German, Spanish
Building
Number of rooms:494
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Rooms and availability

Double Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Balcony
Deluxe Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Private pool

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Snack bar

Coffee shop

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Heated swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Jacuzzi

Massage

Beauty treatment

Steam room

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Snorkelling

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Children

  • Children's menu
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club

Spa & Leisure

  • Heated swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Aqua park
  • Live entertainment
  • Night club
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Beauty treatment
  • Massage

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Essential information about Hotel Riu Palace Boavista

💵 Lowest room price 249 £
📏 Distance to centre 4.6 km
✈️ Distance to airport 4.1 km
🧳 Nearest airport Rabil, BVC

Location

Lote Ph04, Urb. Morrinho De Baguincho, Sal Rei, Cape Verde
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