Search hotels in Barlavento Islands, Cape Verde

Enter your dates and choose from 1071 hotels and other places to stay

Check out these popular cities in Barlavento Islands

Santa Maria

534 hotels

Mindelo

322 hotels

Sal Rei

206 hotels

Paul

19 hotels

Ponta do Sol

43 hotels

Porto Novo

34 hotels

Espargos

28 hotels

Rabil

6 hotels

Beirona

23 hotels

Stay in Barlavento Islands's best hotels!

Filter by:

Star rating
Review score

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.

T
Thomas
From
Germany
Super nice staff. We liked the whirlpool on the roof and the convenient location to the ferry terminal, which is about ten minutes away on foot.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 441 reviews
Price from
US$119.78
1 night, 2 adults

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.

É
Éva
From
Hungary
Very nicely decorated guesthouse with a beautiful inner yard. It is located about 15 minutes walk from the ferry terminal. There are some good restaurants around. The beds were comfortable and the room spotlessly clean. Good breakfast. Staff are absolutely lovely and friendly. We will remember their smiles.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 421 reviews
Price from
US$140.99
1 night, 2 adults

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, 258 reviews
Price from
US$42.49
1 night, 2 adults

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.

A
Ann
From
Ireland
The location was perfect between the beach and the Main Street. 2 mins walk to both. The staff were all lovely and went out of their way to make us comfortable and welcome.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 473 reviews
Price from
US$226.59
1 night, 2 adults

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, 248 reviews
Price from
US$136.37
1 night, 2 adults

Spinguera Ecolodge

Hotel in Espingueira

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.

S
Soraia
From
Switzerland
This place is really special. The peace and energy you can feel here, I have never experienced anywhere. A place where you can only here the birds, the wind an waves. A place with raw beauty, that takes your breath away. The decoration and love for the details are absolutely stunning. The beds are so confortable, the room has all you need, even a small bag to take your towels to the beach. Everything is so clean and well mantained. The Food is of a really high quality and delicious! The bread for the breakfast is served warm with really good jam and butter. Heaven! The Fruits and Juices are delicious! The dinner was everyday outstanding. Sofia and Fernando are passionate chefs! But let’s talk about the Staff… they really are something else and make this place stand out. Rosa is a true host with a big smile, very professional and always looking to please you. Elisangelo, Aleandro and Leo always very kind and with a big smile, ready to fulfill any wish of the guests. This people work with the heart and are so professional, with their big smiles - so contagious! It’s impossible not to carry them in your hearts. To thank them is an understatement, we absolutely fell in love with this peace an people. The raw beauty of the beaches in the area are stunning, different from Sal Rei etc. but beautiful in it’s own way. With turtles and sharks, you can feel nature in a heartbeat. The Shuttle Service three times a qeek to go to Sal Rei is amazing! During the ride you can always meet locals, which take a ride to Bofareira (a small little village nearby) which is amazing and ecological. This place is really a hidden gem with a special energy and we will return for sure! OBRIGADA Spinguera Team!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 97 reviews
Price from
US$267.19
1 night, 2 adults

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.

F
Felipe
From
Australia
Great breakfast, spacious room and lovely staff!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,400 reviews
Price from
US$115.55
1 night, 2 adults

RM Green Hotel

Hotel in Lombo Branco

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

A
Andreea Ioana
From
Romania
The view is amazing!!! Is a hard to get location but worth it! The people is nice and smiles all the time. We just love to stay here and spend time just looking at the landscape from the pool!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 440 reviews
Price from
US$128.67
1 night, 2 adults

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.

R
Rebecca
From
Germany
Everything is very new and clean. Personal is very nice and helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 292 reviews
Price from
US$154.23
1 night, 2 adults

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
Aleksander
From
Poland
This is probably the best hotel on the island of Santo Antao. The whole thing makes you feel like you're in a castle. The owner is very helpful, she takes care of every detail of your stay. Although my room wasn't perfect I got a better room for the same price - for which I am very grateful. From the hotel you have an ideal point for mountain hiking to any place. Breakfasts are very tasty, everyone will find something for themselves. Erick was very helpful and always smiling during meals. This is an amazing place and an amazing island. Obrigado!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 224 reviews
Price from
US$92.31
1 night, 2 adults
See all 1071 hotels in Barlavento Islands

Most booked hotels in Barlavento Islands in the past month

See all

Popular with guests booking hotels in Barlavento Islands

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,400 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Barlavento Islands

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Barlavento Islands

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 787 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Barlavento Islands

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 218 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Barlavento Islands

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 259 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Barlavento Islands

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 722 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Barlavento Islands

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 354 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Barlavento Islands

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 492 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Barlavento Islands

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 714 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Barlavento Islands

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 574 reviews

Barlavento Islands's best hotels with breakfast

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 177 reviews

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

From US$151.14 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 248 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

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

From US$82.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 49 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

Facing the beachfront, Hotel Riu Karamboa - Adults Only - All Inclusive offers 5-star accommodation in Rabil and has a garden, terrace and restaurant. 300 metres from Praia da Boca de Salina and 8.1...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews

Facing the beachfront, Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive offers 5-star accommodation in Santa Maria and has a garden, terrace and restaurant.

From US$699.21 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews

Located in Santa Maria, 1.1 km from Praia da Ponta Preta, Hotel Riu Cabo Verde - Adults Only - All Inclusive provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews

Set in Santa Maria, 700 metres from Praia da Ponta Preta, Hotel Riu Funana - All Inclusive offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

Budget hotels in Barlavento Islands

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 383 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, 242 reviews

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

From US$76 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
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$85.39 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 567 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$87.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 135 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$83.92 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 645 reviews

Offering a restaurant, Casa Café Mindelo is located in Mindelo. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a minibar. There is also a refrigerator.

From US$73.54 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 264 reviews

Offering an outdoor pool and buffet restaurant, Flag Hotel Foya Branca is located in Mindelo. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a TV. There is also a refrigerator.

From US$88.49 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews

Residencial Raiar features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Mindelo. Located around 1.8 km from Diogo Alfonso Statue, the hotel is also 11 km away from Monte Verde Natural Park.

From US$50.56 per night

Hotels in Barlavento Islands that you can book without a credit card

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$47.21 per night

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$57.70 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$52.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 442 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.

Casa da Djedja

Hotel in Mindelo
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 421 reviews

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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 105 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.

Black Mamba

Hotel in Paul
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 258 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 474 reviews

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

FAQs about hotels in Barlavento Islands

See reviews by guests who stayed at hotels in Barlavento Islands

See all
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 118 reviews
The hotel is very new and located in one of the best beach in Sal. The food is super delicious, varied and simple perfect. They have a lot of work out classes that are awsome, the quality is the same as a very good gym. The beach yoga is incredible! The rooms are new and are extremly confortable. And the staff is super nice, and communicative. I really liked that the staff ate at the buffet with the guests, it really shows they care about the employees.
Guest review by
Beatriz
Portugal
From US$455.76 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 714 reviews
An incredible experience of true hotel service. The hotel has a long history and a large "family" (staff) who are always happy to help you. Since this hotel is the first on the island, its location is, in my opinion, the best. Loved everything!
Guest review by
Maxy3d
Ukraine
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 248 reviews
the hotel is small but very comfortable. the staff is really nice . I would also recommend getting a massage with Marcelo, it was amazing ! I would also add that both the cocktails and the dinner offered at the restaurant are great.
Guest review by
Lina
Germany
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 574 reviews
Location on the outskirts os Santa Maria away from hustlers Food was by far the best in town Ground floor south facing room was perfect Staff could not have been better
Guest review by
William S
Cape Verde
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 181 reviews
We always love coming to this hotel & would stay at no other hotel on Boa Vista. The staff are close friends to us & we would recommend the hotel to anyone.
Guest review by
Malcolm
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 252 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
From US$267.19 per night
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

Planning a trip? Get inspired by reviews of cities in Barlavento Islands

10

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