Melia Tortuga Beach Resort & Spa

This idyllic retreat is perfect for families, couples, and friends looking for a blend of relaxation, adventure, and tropical elegance with a little Cape Verde charm. Hugging the sands of Algodoeiro Beach, Meliá Tortuga Beach Resort & Spa’s location is hard to beat. Spend days beachside making a splash with water sports, unwind by the pool, or hop over to the centre of Santa Maria just a short drive away. With two pools, four restaurants and an endless choice of spots to sun it up with a cool drink in hand every moment is an opportunity for blissful relaxation in paradise.

At Meliá Tortuga Beach Resort & Spa, you have the choice of where to indulge. Sun it up at either of the two swimming pools each with a children's section, sun loungers, hammocks and Bali beds or head to the hotel's private beach. The hotel also offers: four restaurants, a beach bar, YHI Spa, a gym, and a full programme of daily activities like aerobics, volleyball and water polo. For the little ones, the hotel features a Kids Club, activities, playground and beach toys.

Savour delicious meals and refreshing cocktails at Meliá Tortuga, where the culinary experiences are as vibrant as the island itself. In the main Spices Restaurant enjoy a variety of international and local dishes in a buffet-style setting. The hotel also offers three additional à la carte restaurants for guests to enjoy, serving Italian, local seafood dishes, or a fusion of Japanese and Peruvian cuisine. There is also an array of bars onsite including a swim-up pool bar and beachfront bar lounge area where you can watch the spectacular sunsets. Every evening at Meliá Tortuga brings something new! Enjoy live music, vibrant shows, DJs and themed nights that highlight Cape Verde’s rich culture.

Each suite at Meliá Tortuga is designed to ensure ultimate comfort, with plenty of space and stunning views to disconnect from the everyday. The standard suite offers a bedroom with a double bed, bathtub, a cosy living room with a dining area, electric kettle and TV, and a private terrace or balcony to let yourself be carried away.