Meliá Llana Beach Resort & Spa

Sal

An elegant, adult-only hotel, providing a tranquil getaway on the island of Sal.

What we love

This all-inclusive adult-only property has a buzzing vibe with live music and great evening entertainment.
The swim-up rooms are a popular choice, what's not to like with your own private pool?

Good to know

If you are looking to try the authentic Italian Costa Nostra Restaurant, book on arrival to secure your table.

Relax in style

Unwind, rest and relax in this stylish hotel, boasting a tropical garden and a stunning range of rooms. Staying at this hotel will elevate your experience in Sal and provide you with the ultimate relaxing getaway. Each room boasts sleek furnishings and a contemporary design, choose from rooms with furnished terraces overlooking gardens, swimming pools or sea views.

A remarkable beachfront location

The stunning expanse of golden sand on the hotel’s doorstep is Santa Maria Beach, one of Cape Verde’s most well-known shorelines. With wave breakers out to sea, the waters directly in front of the hotel are lovely and calm, however, for those who are looking to get active and try out some watersports, Santa Maria is the perfect beach for this.

Enjoy great cuisine

Taste the delicious food and drink in stunning settings, with the Mosaico buffet restaurant available for relaxed dining, boasting enjoyable sea views on the outdoor terrace ideal for some al-fresco dining. Casa Nostra can be visited once during your stay and offers traditional Italian cuisine and authentic dishes. Relax at the pool snack bar during the day, for refreshments in between sunbathing!

Unwind in your own way

There are plenty of activities available in the hotel, from fitness classes to beach volleyball and water polo. There are three pools to choose from, so you will be spoilt for choice on where to lay your towel! In the evening, delve into sunset celebrations, traditional African music or themed parties, to dance the night away Cape Verdean style! The town of Santa Maria is also nearby, opening up opportunities to explore the local area, eateries and shops.

Official local hotel rating: 5 star

Rooms

Board Basis

All-inclusive

Hotel Facilities

On-site bars and restaurants - Mosaico buffet restaurant with terrace and sea views, open 7am to 10am, 12pm to 2.30pm and 6.30pm to 10pm. Pura Videa is located in the pool area and provides hot and cold snacks between 10am and 7pm. Casa Nostra authentic Italian restaurant open 6.15pm to 21.30pm can be booked on arrival for one visit. Additional visits to Casa Nostra and the Nami Asiatic Bistro are not part of all-inclusive and will be payable locally.
Room service (at extra charge)
24-hour reception
Laundry service
Fitness facilities
Spa and wellness centre
Wi-Fi
Direct beach access

Room Facilities

A combination of queen-size double beds and twin beds.
Bathroom with bath or shower
Air-conditioning
Mini fridge
Safe
Flatscreen television with international satellite channels
Telephone
Hairdryer
Wi-Fi
Balcony or terrace

Rooms at Meliá Llana Beach Resort & Spa

Deluxe Room

From £1,239pp

Sleeps up to 2

Minimum child age: 18

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Deluxe Room with Terrace

From £1,239pp

Sleeps up to 2

Minimum child age: 18

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Deluxe Double Ocean Front

From £1,323pp

Sleeps up to 2

Minimum child age: 18

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Deluxe Double Ocean Front with Whirlpool

From £1,393pp

Sleeps up to 2

Minimum child age: 18

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Deluxe Double Swim-up

From £1,435pp

Sleeps up to 2

Minimum child age: 18

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Junior Suite

From £1,428pp

Sleeps up to 2

Minimum child age: 18

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About the Local Area

ABOUT THE ISLANDS

White sand beaches and turquoise sea.

Principally a beach resort with long stretches of white sand and an abundance of water sports Sal is really an island for beach lovers as most of the island's sights and attractions can be seen in half a day.

By night, Santa Maria, the main tourist area in Sal boasts a lively atmosphere with a good choice of bars and restaurants.

Sal is the most developed of all the Cape Verde Islands in terms of tourism yet still has a very barren landscape. In the north of the island you will find a salt lake in an extinct volcano crater, an impressive sight. Marine life around the coast of Sal and the rest of the archipelago is high with countless species including flamboyant tropical fish, dolphins and turtles.

Live music plays a huge part in Cape Verdean culture and is often performed live in various bars in Santa Maria during the evening. This is a unique experience and one not to be missed.

A large percentage of visitors come to Sal for the water sports and it's hardly surprising. Sal's long sandy beaches and turquoise water make a wonderful playground for water sports enthusiasts. It is also the perfect place for relaxing in the sun and enjoying long walks along the coastline. Sal is considered to be amongst the world's top five windsurfing locations so it is not uncommon to see bright coloured sails dotted about the ocean. Kite surfing, diving and deep-sea fishing are also very big on Sal. There are plenty of places to hire equipment, have lessons and organise trips.

BEACHES

Santa Maria beach on Sal is simply stunning, offering four and a half miles of golden white sand. You can always find your own piece of paradise here, whether it be enjoying long romantic strolls along the shoreline and relaxing into the pure peacefulness, or hunting out the excellent water sports that the waters provides the perfect playground for.

SAL FESTIVALS

The following are just a couple of festivals that take place on Sal:

Nossa Sra. De Piedade (Our Lady of Pity) August - Mass, processions, swimming contests and music festival on beach with local musicians.

Santa Maria Festival (Municipality Day) September - Music festival

Facts about tourism

It's important to remember that tourism is still very much in its infancy in Cape Verde. There's ongoing development on the islands, so you may see and hear building works, so if there's work taking place in or next to your chosen hotel, we will advise if you we think it will affect your holiday. You may also encounter locals selling paintings and handicrafts, however they're quite harmless.

THINGS TO DO

WINDSURFING

With constant breezes the Islands don't disappoint for windsurfing holidays and the keenest windsurfer can pretty well count on being able to windsurf every day; however the seas and wind dictate that you need a fairly high level of competence and experience.

Due to their position within the winter tradewind belt, the Cape Verde Islands boast near perfect wind conditions from late November to June and so the Island of Sal has been a popular haven for windsurfing holidays for years.

On Sal, the main area for windsurfing is at the southern end of the island in Santa Maria. The bay here has a white sandy beach stretching for approximately 4km with a steep sand entry in parts.

For the more experienced, seeking the rush of some serious wave riding then a visit to Punta Preta, on the rougher west side, is a must. Waves here can reach up to 8ft running onto a stony shore break.

DIVING IN SAL

The Cape Verde Islands are a diver's paradise with wrecks to explore, rich tropical underwater flora and a massive array of fish including shoals of rockfish and bream, dolphins, turtles and sharks.

Cat sharks are frequently seen and with some luck you can also observe tiger sharks, lemon sharks, hammer-head sharks and mako sharks.

We are pleased to offer diving with Cabo Verde Diving based on the beach near the Meliá hotel in Santa Maria, Sal. Dives, courses and equipment hire can be arranged by your resort representatives or prior to your holiday.

Cabo Verde Diving offers dives every day in the morning and afternoon. Night dives and dive packages (6 or more dives) can also be arranged.