Hotels in Cape Verde

Hotels in Cape Verde: your guide to where to stay

How much does a hotel in Cape Verde cost?

The price depends on the standard, the island and the dates. The table shows indicative nightly rates for a double room. The cheapest month is usually October, while February is the priciest. Booking ahead usually brings better rates.

Indicative rates, updated periodically. For exact prices and availability, select your dates in the search above.

Where to stay in Cape Verde: most popular places

Each island has its own character, from flat beach islands to mountainous, green interiors. These are the destinations travellers choose most often:

• Santa Maria (Sal). The main beach resort with the widest choice of hotels and resorts, the most searched destination.
• Boa Vista. An island of dunes and long beaches, with large all-inclusive resorts.
• Praia (Santiago). The capital on the largest island, with an airport and city life.
• Mindelo (Sao Vicente). A port city of culture and music, the cheapest stays among the popular places.
• Tarrafal. A quieter destination with a beach, the priciest stays in the country.

Nightly rates vary between places. Here are indicative prices per night for a double room:

What to see in Cape Verde

The islands combine beaches, volcanoes and music, so it is easy to match a trip to what you are after.

• Santo Antao. The greenest island, with valleys and trails rated among the most beautiful in the country.
• Mindelo Carnival. A colourful festival on Sao Vicente with dance and drums, one of the year's biggest events.
• Sal. The flattest island with the widest range of beaches and water sports, including windsurfing.
• Pico do Fogo. An active volcano, the highest peak in the country, with a climb of a few hours.
• Boa Vista. Dunes and desert landscapes and long, empty beaches.

How much does a trip to Cape Verde cost

Beyond the room, daily costs are moderate. A meal at a good restaurant is about CVE 1,600 (approx. USD 16) and a city bus ticket about CVE 45. The currency is the escudo, pegged to the euro. Cards are mainly taken by hotels and larger venues, so it is worth carrying cash elsewhere. ATMs are in the larger towns.

When is the best time to visit Cape Verde

The climate is warm and dry for most of the year, which suits travel in any season. Price data suggests October tends to be the cheapest and February the most expensive. The wind on Sal and Boa Vista favours water sports, especially in winter.

Getting to and around Cape Verde

International airports are on four islands: Sal, Boa Vista, Sao Vicente and Santiago. Direct flights connect Lisbon, Madrid and Dakar among others, operated by TAP, TUI and local airlines. Domestic flights and ferries link the islands. On land, the mainstay is the minibuses known as "yasi", whose schedules align with flights and ferries, at a low fare. Many travellers register online and pay an airport fee instead of a visa before arrival; the rules depend on your citizenship.

Example hotels in Cape Verde

A few recognisable properties for reference:

• Hilton Cabo Verde Sal Resort and Agua Hotels Sal Vila Verde in Santa Maria on Sal (from approx. CVE 11,500).
• Hotel Riu Touareg and Voi Praia de Chaves Resort on Boa Vista (beach resorts, from approx. CVE 18,000).
• Barcelo Praia in the capital Praia (from approx. CVE 8,300).