Sotavento Islands Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Sotavento Islands

Terra Branca
While Terra Branca may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Market and Estadio da Varzea.

Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel
Very nice hotel. A few shortcomings: Much of The equipment in the gym is non-functional and the elliptical is broken and dangerous; We had a roach in our room; they do not regularly provide water —you have to ask for it; the bead only have sheets (no blankets) but there are comforters in the ...
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Barceló Praia Cape Verde
A last minute break and it could not have been spent in a better place! The hotel and staff were excellent, as were the food and amenities.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Hotel Vip Praia
My stay in Praia was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment I arrived, the staff made me feel genuinely welcomed—professional, attentive, and always ready to help with a smile. The hotel itself was spotless and well-maintained. My room was spacious, comfortable, and offered beautiful views ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026

Apartamentos Santiago - Tarrafal
Wifi très compliquée Eau chaude une douche sur deux Pas de rideaux pour celui ou celle qui dort dans le salon , ni Climatisation
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2025

Villa Maris Ecolodge
On arrivant le local etait fermé, on est arrive avec 3 enfants et il y avait personne .. l’hotel etait fermée .. on a du appeller un taxi et aller chercher un endroit pour dormir ! horrible !!!!
Reviewed on 4 Aug 2024

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Popular places to visit
Prainha Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Prainha Beach during your travels in Praia? Make some time to visit the cathedral while you're in the area.
Quebra Canela Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Quebra Canela Beach during your travels in Praia? Make some time to visit the cathedral while you're in the area.
Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Market during your trip to Praia. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Dja'r Fogo
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Dja'r Fogo during your travels in São Filipe. Wander the forests or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.
Pedra Badejo Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Pedra Badejo Beach during your travels in Santa Cruz? Discover the area's museums and shops.
Royal Fortress of São Filipe
Find out about the history of Cidade Velha with a stop at Royal Fortress of São Filipe. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
- Prainha Beach
- Tarrafal Beach
- Market
- Dja'r Fogo
- Pedra Badejo Beach
- Pico do Fogo
- Mangue Beach
- Tarrafal Camp
- Dona María Pia Lighthouse
- Salina Beach
- Adega de Chã das Caldeiras
- Estadio da Varzea
- Museu Etnográfico de Praia
- Porto Madeira
- Fogo National Park
- Tabanka Museum
- Alexandre Albuquerque Square
- Poilão Dam
- Calheta
- Church Our Lady of Conception
- Rotcha Beach
- Museu Municipal
- Pedra Badejo Municipal Mall
- Espinho Branco
- Estádio Municipal 20 de Janeiro
- Grandvaux Barbosa National Botanical Garden




