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Santa Cruz Boutique Hotel

Hotel in Mindelo

Featuring a bar and views of city, Santa Cruz Boutique Hotel is located in Mindelo, 1.2 km from Praia Da Laginha. A hot tub and a car rental service are available for guests.

N
Nathalie
From
United States
This is a well-located, clean and stylish hotel with very helpful and cheery staff. One of the best boutique hotels I've ever stayed in.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 445 reviews
Price from
US$119.13
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Château Georgette

Hotel in Pombas

Hotel Château Georgette in Pombas provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a restaurant and a bar. The hotel features an indoor pool and room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

A
Adilson
From
Cape Verde
amazing stay! Very grateful, clean rooms and the beds very comfortable. Cuisine made an effort to make something vegatarian for me and my wife!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 224 reviews
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US$122.07
1 night, 2 adults
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Casa da Djedja

Hotel in Mindelo

Featuring a garden, Casa da Djedja is located in Mindelo in the Sao Vicente region, 1.3 km from Praia Da Laginha and 600 metres from Torre de Belem.

T
Tatyana
From
France
The location, the comfort, the excellent attention provided by the staff, delicious breakfast, comfy beds.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 424 reviews
Price from
US$140.23
1 night, 2 adults
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Black Mamba

Hotel in Paul

Facing the beachfront, Black Mamba offers 3-star accommodation in Paul and features a shared lounge, terrace and restaurant.

I
Ines A. V.
From
Netherlands
Lovely colourful place with lots of attention to detail and delicious Italian food!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 261 reviews
Price from
US$42.26
1 night, 2 adults
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Ocean Suites

Hotel in Santa Maria

Boasting a terrace, bar and views of city, Ocean Suites is situated in Santa Maria, 100 metres from Praia de Santa Maria.

D
Danila
From
Russia
Everything is excellent. Room is spacious. Big, comfy bed. Good shower. We were living on Sal for a month in different places, and it’s one of the best places to stay on the island.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 475 reviews
Price from
US$225.36
1 night, 2 adults
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Kira's Boutique Hotel

Hotel in Mindelo

Kira's Boutique Hotel is located in Mindelo. For a fee, Wi-Fi access is available in all areas. Free public parking is possible at a location nearby.

C
Cindy
From
Belgium
I liked our stay at Kira’s very much. Very good location, safe, always someone available for everything. Friendly staff, very delicious breakfast. The breakfast was also locally inspired, selfmade bread, cake, yoghurt, juice, catchupa …, but if you just want a continental breakfast there is also more than enough choice!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 246 reviews
Price from
US$135.64
1 night, 2 adults
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Ouril Mindelo

Hotel in Mindelo

Facing the beachfront, Ouril Mindelo offers 4-star accommodation in Mindelo and features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and terrace.

E
Ellis
From
Spain
This hotel is located at walking distance from the ferry to Santo Antao, If you need a bit of comfort and luxury, this is your place to stay. The hotel looks brand new, there is a chill out pool with bar on the roof terrace and another pool at the ground floor. But it is a hotel, you need to wear a bracelet and it felt like a resort to me. This accommodation is not really to be compared to the many guesthouses to be found in Mindelo. But if you look for something like a formal hotel, I can highly recommend the place. There was also a gym, a very nice breakfast in buffet style included, and I also received a free room upgrade upon arriving. The staff was formal but very friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,407 reviews
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US$114.92
1 night, 2 adults
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RM Green Hotel

Hotel in Lombo Branco

RM Green Hotel has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Lombo Branco.

I
Iwona
From
Poland
I liked everything! Perfect choice for speding few days - comfortable accomodation, stunning view, delicious breakfast, good restaurant and swimming pool.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 445 reviews
Price from
US$127.98
1 night, 2 adults
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Oasis White Hotel

Hotel in Sal Rei

Oasis White Hotel features a fitness centre, a shared lounge and a sun terrace with swimming pool and buffet breakfast in Sal Rei.

E
Edita Les
From
Norway
staff is extraordinary nice and helpfull
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 298 reviews
Price from
US$153.39
1 night, 2 adults
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DESIGN SUITES Boutique Hotel - Adults Only

Hotel in Santa Maria

DESIGN SUITES Boutique Hotel - Adults Only features an outdoor swimming pool, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Santa Maria.

D
Danielle
From
United Kingdom
Amazing rooms, with great views. The staff are super friendly, great service.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 462 reviews
Price from
US$181.09
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 223 reviews

Set within less than 1 km of Funana Casa da Cultura and 5.6 km of Viveiro, Botanical Garden & Zoo di Terra, Ouril Hotel Julia offers rooms in Santa Maria. This 3-star hotel offers free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 301 reviews

Oasis Paul Residencial is located in Paul and features a garden and a terrace. Free WiFi is available. All rooms come with a balcony with a mountain view.

From US$126.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 599 reviews

Located in Santa Maria, 600 metres from Praia de Santa Maria, Sobrado Boutique Hotel provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 174 reviews

Located 700 metres from Praia Da Laginha, Blue Marlin Hotel offers 4-star accommodation in Mindelo and features a bar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 376 reviews

Featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, Prassa 3 Boutique Hotel offers accommodation in Mindelo. The hotel has a terrace, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 520 reviews

Aquiles Eco Hotel is located in São Pedro. The property is 30 meters from the beach and 7 km from Mindelo. WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a balcony.

From US$85.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 175 reviews

Experience History, Comfort, and the Best of Mindelo Discover a unique stay in the heart of Mindelo, where history meets comfort.

From US$150.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 245 reviews

Located 150 meters from Santa Maria beach, Hotel Dunas de Sal is set in a garden with 2 swimming pools. It features a spa and a gym, and Sal International Airport is 18 km away.

From US$350.60 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

Cacimba Sunset Lodge features an outdoor swimming pool, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Tarrafal.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

Lily holiday hotel has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Mindelo. Featuring a fitness centre, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.

From US$81.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 164 reviews

Situated in Sal Rei, a few steps from Praia de Estoril, Estoril Hotel - Apartments features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

From US$104.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 382 reviews

Facing the beachfront, Ouril Hotel Agueda offers 3-star accommodation in Sal Rei and has a fitness centre, terrace and restaurant.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 240 reviews

Situated in Mindelo, less than 1 km from Praia Da Laginha, Royal Mindelo Suite features air-conditioned accommodation and a bar.

From US$75.59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews

Hotel Santantao Art Resort is located in Porto Novo. Each room here will provide you with a TV, air conditioning and a balcony.

From US$84.93 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 569 reviews

Offering an outdoor pool, a snack bar and a restaurant, Agua Hotels Sal Vila Verde is located in Santa Maria. WiFi access is available.

From US$115.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews

Aparthotel Avenida 3* is located in Mindelo and offers self-catering accommodation. WiFi access is available. Apartments at Aparthotel Avenida 3* feature a TV and air conditioning.

From US$83.47 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews

Residencial Casa da Luz is set on the beachfront in Mindelo, 1.4 km from Praia Da Laginha and 200 metres from Torre de Belem.

From US$46.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Residencial Mãe Nona features accommodation in Ribeira Grande. The hotel has a terrace and mountain views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar.

From US$57.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

Facing the beachfront in Porto Novo, Residencial Oliveira has a terrace and a bar. Boasting a concierge service, this property also provides guests with a barbecue.

From US$52.17 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 445 reviews

Featuring a bar and views of city, Santa Cruz Boutique Hotel is located in Mindelo, 1.2 km from Praia Da Laginha. A hot tub and a car rental service are available for guests.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 108 reviews

Palmeira Da Cruz EcoLodge features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Chã da Igreja. The hotel provides both free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews

Walhalla Seahouse features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Chã da Igreja. The hotel provides both free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews

Spinguera Ecolodge has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Espingueira. This 3-star hotel features free WiFi and a bar. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 278 reviews

Situated in Mindelo, a few steps from Praia Da Laginha, Luna Boutique Hotel offers beachfront accommodation and various facilities, such as a terrace.

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Oasis Porto Grande

Mindelo
From US$150.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 175 reviews
The hotel was clean and comfortable. The staff were excellent, especially Nilza. When flying from Fogo to Sao Vicente, the airline left all out luggage on Fogo. We were due to sail to Sao Anteo but decided to rearrange the ferry and stay in Porto Grande to try and let our luggage catch up with us. There were 8 of us and we only booked in on the day of our stay. They were not phased when we arrived with only the grubby clothes that we stood up in and Nilza was very helpful. She liaised with the airline and airports to establish where our luggage was [getting further than we could] and arranged a large taxi for us all to have a happy reunion with the luggage that evening. Wiyhout hteir help the holiday would have been a lot more difficult.
Guest review by
Jim
United Kingdom

ROBINSON Cabo Verde - Adults only

Santa Maria
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 119 reviews
Extraordinary sports offer, very good food and spa, kind staff, comfortable rooms. I was most surprised by a very large and novative sports offer, from yoga to HIT, with very good trainers. Food offer was very good too, and daily sauna at the end of the day was the cherry on the cake. Evenings in February were too cold for us to attend evening events but they seemed very nice too. We appreciated a lot that hotel managed to extend our stay in despite of high demand. Even though majority of staff and guests are German, everyone speaks English and made us feel comfortable.
Guest review by
Mara
Belgium

Hotel LIVVO Budha Beach

Santa Maria
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 577 reviews
the staff was amazing, lovely and always helpful really 5 star personnel ,and the hotel is beautiful, perfect size , not to small so there is enough staff to attend us not to big that you get lost in hundreds of guests, also location is quiet good 10 mns walk from santa maria , not like other resorts that you cant reach by foot the local cities, and they are for 100s of people. restaurant and chef amazing
Guest review by
Henriques Campilho
Spain

Las Rochas

Mindelo
From US$114.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 178 reviews
I loved the location. The ocean view is so beautiful and the staff very helpful and accommodating. The apartment is very modern, clean with lots of room. I loved the bathroom, very spacious and modern. Very big deck with view of the ocean and lots of cool breeze. I loved everything about my stay there. The internet was also good and I was able to work.
Guest review by
Ronalda
United States

Hotel Dunas de Sal

Santa Maria
From US$350.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 245 reviews
I liked the atmoshere of the property and we could stay all of us close together and store our kite and wing equipment next to our door on the grass. The staff is very helping all the time. We also liked very much the food also the breakfast as well. So we are coming back definitely as it was perfect for us:)
Guest review by
Zarand
Hungary

Oasis Belorizonte

Santa Maria
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews
Amazing breakfast, a lot of options, and staff really nice always ready to help with everything we need. The best hotel I have been so far. My flight was late and they offer us a room to have a shower for 30 min at the end of the day.
Guest review by
joana
Portugal

SALINAS APARTMENT VILA DO MAIO WiFi FREE

Vila do Maio
From US$34.43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 437 reviews
Maury has been the best host. He helped us with taxis and excursions Breakfast was delicious. The right amount of everything and very varied. The room was done everyday. You feel like at home ,thanks again! 🙂
Guest review by
georgia
Spain

Occidental Boa Vista Beach

Rabil
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 181 reviews
The food was fantastic. The view from the room number 204 amazing. Cleaning was very good. The territory of the hotel had everything one needs.
Guest review by
Anastasia
Germany

Hotel Morabeza

Santa Maria
From US$469.59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 715 reviews
The athmosphere, the hospitality, the warm people working in the hotel. Was there second time and will go back some year again.
Guest review by
Üllar
Estonia

Halos Casa Resort

Santa Maria
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 250 reviews
huge apartment, 2 bedrooms, full kitchen, lounge diner with sofa bed and balcony. lovely pool area and great beach facilities.
Guest review by
Carol
United Kingdom

Murdeira Village

Beirona
From US$128.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 426 reviews
Wonderful place wonderful people, the dream Place, and best restaurant ever
Guest review by
aniello
Italy

Basic Hotel

Mindelo
From US$33.39 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 868 reviews
Stuff! All people working in Basic Hotel are so nice and so caring.
Guest review by
Jurgis
Lithuania

Foya Branca by Flagworld Hotels

São Pedro
From US$88.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 262 reviews
Helpful staff, lovely clean rooms with awesome views.
Guest review by
lee martin
Australia

Spinguera Ecolodge

Espingueira
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews
Off grid amazing place. So chilled out!
Guest review by
Chris
United Kingdom

Agua Hotels Sal Vila Verde

Santa Maria
From US$115.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 569 reviews
Garden, pool, friendly staff 👌
Guest review by
Glaucia
Netherlands

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Fantastic Stay at Hotel Riu Cabo Verde – Relaxing, Welcoming...

Fantastic Stay at Hotel Riu Cabo Verde – Relaxing, Welcoming, and Memorable! 🌴 I recently spent a week at Hotel Riu Cabo Verde and had a wonderful experience from start to finish. The location is stunning – right on a beautiful, sandy beach with clear blue waters. Perfect for long walks, swimming, or simply relaxing with a cocktail in hand. The hotel itself is clean, well-maintained, and designed for comfort. My room was spacious, with a lovely balcony and a well-stocked minibar. Housekeeping did a great job keeping everything tidy and fresh. What really stood out was the staff – everyone from reception to the restaurant team was warm, friendly, and helpful. They went out of their way to make sure guests were comfortable and having a good time. The food options were impressive, especially for an all-inclusive resort. The buffet had a great variety with fresh, flavorful dishes, and the à la carte restaurants were a nice change of pace. I particularly enjoyed the Italian and the steakhouse. During the day, there were plenty of activities (shoutout to the fun and energetic entertainment team!), but if you just want to unwind, the two pools and beach loungers offer plenty of space to relax. If I had to note anything, I’d say the buffet can get a bit repetitive after several days, and outdoor seating in the evenings could be a bit more sheltered from the wind. But those are small things in an otherwise excellent stay. Overall, I highly recommend Hotel Riu Cabo Verde for anyone looking for a relaxing, sun-filled getaway with great service and a welcoming vibe. I’d definitely return!
Guest review by
Anonymous
United Kingdom
10

The carnival time is one of the best times to enjoy Mindelo.

The carnival time is one of the best times to enjoy Mindelo. Very colourful, lots of excitement and great atmosphere. You should try the local food, cachupa and the kamoka ice cream. Sao Pedro, close to the airport is a great place to see the turtles. The fish museum is adjacent to the African market where you can get souvenirs.
Guest review by
Olumuyiwa
United Kingdom
10

Sal Rei is he Capitaol of Boa Vista Cape Verde.

Sal Rei is he Capitaol of Boa Vista Cape Verde. It is a small city on the water. There are many options for hotel and restaurants. It is tropical in temperature so dress accordingly. Expolre all of the food(restaurant) options as there are many. The beach is fantastic
Guest review by
David
United States
10

There are many places to visit at this side of the island.

There are many places to visit at this side of the island. Xoxo, Cova crater, the walk between Cruzinha and Ponta do Sol, Paul valley, Synagoga are all fantastic. If you don't fear heights and like to hike up or down, then you find breathtaking views and hidden gems wherever you go. Hiking routes are fairly signaled, though we lost the way sometimes - but every time we found something extra, a nice village, terraces, locals working in the gardens or on the fields. The town is not big, but have some nice restaurants and bars to eat and drink. Easy to find taxi or aluguer, though not many are running on Sundays.
Guest review by
Tamas
Switzerland
10

Lovely small town by the coast close to mountain trails.

Lovely small town by the coast close to mountain trails. We stayed 5 nights but would have happily stayed another couple of nights. Good restaurants in town including an authentic Italian place run by an Italian and serving home-made pasta with tables on his terrace. He has a wonderful model town, that he has made himself, on display for you to look at while waiting to order. Casa Maracuja served good local cuisine and we also enjoyed the food at Paladar where they serve cachupa. We had a rental car, but there were also alughers available for transport to Porto Novo, the ferry port.
Guest review by
Jacob
United Kingdom
8.0

Beautiful view of the sunset from tidal pools where you can...

Beautiful view of the sunset from tidal pools where you can swim protected from the waves. My host arranged a reservation at a private restaurant in someone's home, with live music. It was delicious and a great experience. The town is a little dirty. I didn't stay long enough to really know the town, I'm sure it has its gems.
Guest review by
Justis
United States
10

It's wonderful brand new well equipped and modern apartment...

It's wonderful brand new well equipped and modern apartment. For me the location was fantastic. It was meters from the beach and a supermarket and a great local restaurant. I always talked to town to meet the shuttles and drivers for hikes and the ferry. There is a great balcony - I also cooked and used the washing machine - living room was really wide in comparison to majority of apartment rentals I had. I really loved it.
Guest review by
Mark
United States
10

Perfect base to explore the whole island of Sal.

Perfect base to explore the whole island of Sal. Very close to the airport. Especially nice experience for me was Pedra de Lume. There are nice and helpful people everywhere. I will certainly come back. Please note that this is not a beach or resort type of holiday like in Santa Maria.
Guest review by
Rudi
United Kingdom
10

Beirona/ Murdeira is a beautiful place, definitely worth...

Beirona/ Murdeira is a beautiful place, definitely worth choosing if you want to relax on the beach/ by the pool without crowds of people around you. There’s just one shop here ( it has an ATM which is a huge advantage), but it’s well stocked. If you’re not a fan of big resorts, but want a laid back holiday, be sure to visit.
Guest review by
AnnaLucy
Poland
10

The first thing to say about Santa Maria is that local...

The first thing to say about Santa Maria is that local people are very friendly and welcoming. Trips are available for motorised vehicles, sea trips and cultural site seeing. During the day Santa Maria is very good for watersports and of course relaxing at the beach. There is always wind which helps with the water sport and doesn't cause sunworshippers any real inconvenience. There is a long stretch of beach which is worth walking, it has numerous beach bars which can be relaxing or lively dependant on where they are along the beach. The evenings are relaxed and mainly consist of dining, dinking, dancing and listening to music. There are numerous bars and restaurants to choose from, both on the main street and further in. There are many shops and a market to look around but I can't say much about this as it's not my thing. What I particularly like about Santa Maria is that it is not over developed, although things are moving along. Santa Maria takes me back to a time when life was far simpler and in my opinion much better. The key thing to remember is that you are in an African country with it's own culture and characteristics, just embrace it!
Guest review by
Dave
United Kingdom

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