This beach club resort was officially opened in 2005 and is the largest hotel on the island of Sal. There is a central building, and various two-storey annexes, built in Moorish style housing a total of 500 guest rooms. Sharing the resort with the Hotel Riu Garopa, the hotel offers visitors a wide range of entertainment and services designed to ensure an unforgettable holiday. Facilities on offer to guests include a lobby with 24-hour reception, a hairdressing salon, children's playground, bar, disco, restaurant and Internet access. A laundry service provides additional convenience (for a fee).

Situated on the beachfront together with the ClubHotel Riu Garopa, the complex is set on the south-west corner of the island of Sal, at Ponta Preta and 1.5 km away from the town of Santa Maria.