Hotel Santantao Art Resort

Hotels
7.3 (100 reviews)
Avenida Marginal Do Abufadouro CP 84 - Porto Novo , Porto Novo , cv

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Ironing service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly staff
Nice pool
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Outdated rooms
Limited WiFi

Categories

Cleanliness
6.55
Various reviews mention issues with cleanliness, particularly concerning odors and maintenance.
Service
8.05
General feedback suggests that the staff is friendly and helpful, with some negative remarks about language barriers.
Location
8.55
Multiple reviews praise the location, highlighting its proximity to the beach and other attractions.
Room Quality
6.55
Several mentions of dated rooms in need of maintenance indicate a need for improvement.
Amenities
7.05
While the pool and breakfast offerings are noted positively, there are issues with WiFi and structural conditions.
Value for Money
7.55
The general opinion is that the hotel offers reasonable value despite some shortcomings.
Food and Beverage
7.05
Breakfast is generally perceived positively, yet several reviews note a lack of variety or quality.
Overall Experience
7.05
The overall sentiment is mixed; while some enjoyed their stay, significant issues were reported.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 07:20

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Hotel Santantao Art Resort in Porto Novo offers elegantly designed rooms equipped with modern amenities like a TV, air conditioning, and a private balcony. The bathrooms feature a relaxing bath or shower and a convenient hairdryer.

Relaxation and Wellness
Indulge in ultimate relaxation at Hotel Santantao Art Resort with access to a communal sauna. Unwind and rejuvenate your senses after a day of exploring the beautiful surroundings of Porto Novo.

Convenience and Comfort
Experience a perfect blend of convenience and comfort during your stay at Hotel Santantao Art Resort. Book now to enjoy a memorable and luxurious experience at our exquisite property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: VXE

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 6 years old and over stay for CVE 1,250 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.3
Based on 100 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.55
Service: 8.05
Location: 8.55
Room Quality: 6.55
Amenities: 7.05
Value for Money: 7.55
Food and Beverage: 7.05
Overall Experience: 7.05
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Diana martin couple nl
9
Very pleasant!
Pros:

Lovely big tranquil hotel built with lots of imagination! Could it make some improvements? Yes,it could.But,the price is right , the atmosphere is friendly, location is quiet ,the breakfast buffet is very good as well as the all you can eat buffet in the evening for the sheer price of 1500 escudo. We loved it here ❤️ we intend to go back !The build style reminds us of the old Florida luxurious hotels.
Btw...just outside on the beach you'll find an outdoor gym built by the locals.

Cons:

Tips for the hotel management: provide garden-chair pillows,please,as your beautiful chairs are quite uncomfortable (just using a towel is not enough).

2026-03-13 via Nuitee
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Sherin extended_group ch
4
Pas pratique
Pros:

Le personnel était très sympathique ! La disponibilité du bar et des repas était très bien. Et la vue était magnifique.

Cons:

Le wifi qui ne marche que dans le hall. Le pommeau de douche était super petit et pas très fonctionnelle, le tuyeau du lavabo était cassé dans il y a de l’eau dans l’étroite salle de bain.

2026-03-13 via Nuitee
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Catarina solo_traveller pt
6
2026-03-12 via Nuitee
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lea couple fr
7
Pros:

Joli
Bon petit déjeuner
Balcon sympa
Piscine grande

Cons:

Lit dur, installation vieillissante

2026-03-08 via Nuitee
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REMI couple hu
7
Ce n' est pas un resort! Tout est passable mais avec peu pourrait-être très bien.
Pros:

Le calme, la grandeur des chambres, la piscine et le personnel sympa toujours ok pour rendre service

Cons:

L'ascenseur en panne (sûrement depuis longtemps), le laisser aller de certaines installations extérieures et du manque d'entretien général qui est réduit au minimum.

2026-03-04 via Nuitee
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JEAN-LOUP couple fr
7
Hôtel un peu vieillot mais charmant à proximité de Porto Novo (port)
Pros:

Emplacement proche de Porto Novo (port)
Chambre spacieuse
Parc de l'hôtel
Restaurant français à proximité (Morabeza Gaïus) offrant une cuisine excellente

Cons:

Temps d'attente au restaurant
Hôtel un peu vieillot mais charmant

2026-03-03 via Nuitee
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BENOGO extended_group fr
10
2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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Karrer couple de
8
2026-02-28 via Nuitee
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peter - joerg couple de
4
Für eine Nacht ok. Aber nicht länger
Pros:

Nur die Lage

Cons:

Ein lieblos gepflegtes Hotel mit Ostblock Charme. Alle Poolliegen ohne Sonnenschutz und pures Holz
Restaurant ohne Auswahl
( Fisch oder Spaghetti )

2026-02-28 via Nuitee
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Marcel couple nl
8
2026-02-27 via Nuitee
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Inge Rolf extended_group no
6
Et hotell som minnet om lignende i gamle Øst Europa.
Pros:

Hele hotellet var konstruert slik at gjestene hadde god plass i alle rom.

Cons:

Maten var for institusjonspreget

2026-02-27 via Nuitee
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Maria do Loreto family_with_children es
5
Sto Antao Art resort necesita mejorar
Pros:

Los desayunos son muy buenos. El personal es atento y disponible.
Las habitaciones son grandes y comodas.

Cons:

Cuando fuimos habian grupos que desayunaban temprano y cuando ya bajamos nosotros a desayunar teniamos que pedir reposicion de comida, no lo hacian de forma automatica o voluntaria.
Tienen cenas buffet pero al final no hemos cenado ahi ningun dia porque salia más barato comer fuera y con más variedad. Las opciones eran limitadas y repetitivas.
El hotel no está en el centro pero se hace bien andando unos 15/20min.
El ascensor sigue roto.
El hotel en general no está mal pero ya pide algunas reformas. Para un 4* les falta mejorar.

2026-02-25 via Nuitee
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man74 solo_traveller cz
8
2026-02-24 via Nuitee
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PATRICK family_with_children fr
6
Établissement qui a son charme dans sa vétusté Excellente piscine mais établissement qui a besoin d’une rénovation
Pros:

Localisation

Cons:

État vétuste

2026-02-24 via Nuitee
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Peter couple ch
7
Ich bin gerne im Santantao Resort, aber eine Auffrischung des Hotels wäre an der Zeit.
Pros:

Die Außenanlage beeindruckt durch ihre große Pflanzenvielfalt und den Pool.
Die Zimmer sind immer sehr sauber.

Cons:

Das Hotel ist etwas in die Jahre gekommen. Der Lift ist seit Jahren defekt (Treppensteigen beschwerlich für ältere Leute mit Koffer).
Beim Frühstücksbuffet und Frühstücksservice gibt es viel Luft nach oben.

2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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teresa extended_group pt
8
Confortável e sossegada
2026-02-22 via Nuitee
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ludovic couple fr
9
2026-02-22 via Nuitee
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Vincent solo_traveller fr
10
Pros:

Hotel au calme tres sympa !
Personnel tres agréable !
Chambre au top ! Rien a dire !
Tres bien

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Rene family_with_children de
10
Pros:

Das Frühstück war sehr gut, von allem etwas 😋

Cons:

Wo wir angekommen sind dachten wir, wir sind allein 😀 später waren dann doch noch Gäste da. Das Personal war äußerst unfreundlich

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Claire couple fr
1
Pros:

Le cadre, neuf , beau

Cons:

Pas de wifi dans les chambres, repas peu locaux, loin des sentiers de randonnée

2026-02-12 via Nuitee