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Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort

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1 bedroom, memory-foam beds, minibar, in-room safe
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

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Estrada Regional nº1, 1º Morro de Baixo, Ribeira Seca, Ribeira Grande, 9600-219
  • Place, Santa Bárbara Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Monte Verde Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Honey Route Experience
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ponta Delgada (PDL-Joao Paulo II)
    ‪21 min drive‬
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Standard Villa, 1 Bedroom, Hot Tub, Garden View

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(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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1 bedroom, memory-foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Villa, 1 Bedroom, Hot Tub, Partial Sea View

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(1 review)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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1 bedroom, memory-foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Villa, 1 Bedroom, Hot Tub, Partial Sea View (Jacuzzi ou Banheira Hidromassagem)

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(1 review)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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1 bedroom, memory-foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Partial Sea View

  • Partial ocean view
  • 72 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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1 bedroom, memory-foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 72 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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1 bedroom, memory-foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Partial Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 72 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Pool Access | Beach/ocean view

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Pool Access

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Studio, Hot Tub, Partial Sea View | 1 bedroom, memory-foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Studio, Hot Tub, Partial Sea View

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Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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1 bedroom, memory-foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Retreat Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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1 bedroom, memory-foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Two Bedroom Retreat Villa

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Villa, Jetted Tub (Jacuzzi Ou Banheira Hidromassagem)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort

At Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort, relax by an outdoor pool or hit the beach where you can enjoy surfing/body boarding.
Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort offers 14 accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Accommodation at this 4-star hotel has kitchenettes with fridges and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes and telephones. Microwaves and in-room massages can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms and outdoor treatment areas.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Santa Bárbara Beach. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy local cuisine and ocean views while dining at Areais
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include babysitting, dry cleaning/laundry and a concierge
  • On-site recreation includes a playground, yoga classes and fitness classes
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Santa Bárbara Beach and 13 minutes from Ponta Delgada Harbour
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
  • Pets welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the family-friendly Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Ribeira Grande hotel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Areais – Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specialises in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 25 for adults and EUR 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Areais

Things to do

  • 27-hole adjacent golf course
  • Beach yoga
  • Fitness classes
  • Golf carts
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 2015
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual furnishings
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out fee: EUR 25

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 75 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of EUR 75.00 per stay
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 22 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 45.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 3 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately EUR 25 for adults and from EUR 25 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 40 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 40 (one-way), (up to 12 years old)
  • Pet deposit: EUR 75.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: EUR 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 25
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 45.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation 72 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number 8758
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Santa Barbara Eco-Beach Resort Ribeira Grande
Santa Barbara Eco-Beach Resort
Santa Barbara Eco-Beach Ribeira Grande
Santa Barbara Eco-Beach
Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort Hotel
Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort Ribeira Grande
Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort Hotel Ribeira Grande

Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 246 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 246 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 246 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 246 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 246 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort. Staff are accommodating and very helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Himani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had a lovely stay
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this place was exceptional! We really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful, rooms super nice can’t beat the views
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M R N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Can only recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paulo Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness
One of the best resorts we have ever stayed…if you are looking for a place to disconnect from the world, reconnect with nature & recharge your batteries, look no further. We can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a wonderful and peaceful stay at Santa Barbara. The location and amenities are great, but what stands out even more is the level of care from the staff. I cannot wait to return and have recommended to all my family and friends.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A unique hotel that was beautiful with delicious food, and the staff was so wonderful. Would definitely go again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing, can't wait to come back. Amazing resort and location, very friendly staff and great service, beautiful suite overlooking the ocean. Resort situated right on the beach. Thank you Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beatrice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always perfect!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful, very unique hotel. Full access to a long beach where you can watch the surfers. Staff were wonderful and attentive. Also, great location on the North coast to do day trips!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with wonderful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with stunning views and wonderful staff! Very helpful with daily itinerary and recommendations around the island!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent resort with great view, service and gorgeous setting for relaxation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with amazing staff. Such a relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful place to have a relaxing stay. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. The restaurant served delicious food with a beautiful view.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelley

Liked: Cleanliness
The breakfast was good. Plenty to be had..
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really loved this property and hope to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
WE LOVED THIS RESORT! Such great hospitality and delicious food. The views are second to none and we can’t wait to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

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

Couple at Santa Barbara

Amazing beach and facilities...very private and service focused.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

adam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice loction
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeffery

Sat very well w/ natural landscape, and easy access to the beach. Very pretty grounds.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was wonderful! The staff was extremely efficient, the location is stunning and the restaurant was fantastic. Would highly recommend !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison

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

A wonderful place to stay!

Amazing! We really enjoyed the beautiful location and views from the hotel. The food was delicious too. Very friendly and helpful staff. It is so close to the beach and a local surf club and cafe for other options for snacks and drinks if you ever want to leave the place!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property with amazing staff! Everyone was so helpful! Everyone was was ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025