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Casa Cisalta N5 - Quarto Casal is located in Praia, 3 km from Praia de Prainha and 1.1 km from Alexandre Albuquerque Square. Popular points of interest nearby include Sucupira Market, Diogo Gomes Monument and Praia Presidential Palace. The property is non-smoking and is situated less than 1 km from Praia Negra.

Guests at the hostel can enjoy a continental breakfast. Just communication was a bit ash but it could be my self as I have mental health,so I'm a real sensitive person so communication is one of the things if I am not well understood I can become frustrated easily . But as a part of it I do recommend

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9.4
Superb
11 reviews
Price from
US$24
per night

Set in Praia, 2.4 km from Praia de Gamboa, Helton´s Residence offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is situated 1.4 km from Cabo Verde University, 2.2 km from Jean Piaget University of Cape Verde and 2.9 km from Cape Verde National Library. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

The units at the hostel come with a seating area. At Helton´s Residence, all rooms are equipped with air conditioning and a shared bathroom. The house where I rented a room was very clean and spacious, with a good shower, secured doors, big bed and a fan. There was a big fridge, a microwave and a functional stove. There was a ceiling fan even in the kitchen, as well as a big dining table ideal for shared meals, socialising or playing games. The owner Elton was very kind and attentive.

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9.3
Superb
30 reviews
Price from
US$24
per night

Situated conveniently in the Achada de Santo Antonio district of Praia, Meeting Point Praia-QC Beachwalk, also in Tarrafal & Fogo-NO CASH ACCEPTED is set 700 metres from Praia de Quebra Canela, less than 1 km from Praia de Gamboa and a 15-minute walk from Praia de Prainha. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is close to popular attractions like Praia Presidential Palace, Praia City Hall and Nossa Senhora da Graca church.

The hostel offers an à la carte or continental breakfast. Wonderful hostel! There are even many restaurants and a gym just 3 minutes walk. This is the place to be in Praia!

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8.5
Very good
112 reviews
Price from
US$18
per night

Set in Tarrafal, 600 metres from Tarrafal Beach, Meeting Point- Tarrafal Center, also in Praia & Fogo-NO CASH ACCEPTED offers accommodation with a shared lounge and free private parking. The accommodation provides karaoke and a shared kitchen.

Guests at the hostel can enjoy an à la carte or a continental breakfast. First of all it’s all about the people ! The owner and staff are so nice, welcoming and helpful! Like they’ll get out of their way to make sure you’re all good and help you! They have great recommendations for food and places to go to! They were the highlight of my stay! The location is perfect, the dorm was comfortable and had everything that you need! There’s everything for cooking in the kitchen! Honestly it’s a great place to stay for a few days !

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8.4
Very good
306 reviews
Price from
US$22
per night

Set within 3 km of Praia de Prainha and 1.1 km of Sucupira Market, Casa Cisalta N2 - 5mn Centro City features rooms in Praia. Popular points of interest nearby include Diogo Gomes Monument, Praia Presidential Palace and Alexandre Albuquerque Square. The property is non-smoking and is situated less than 1 km from Praia Negra.

The units at the hostel are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. The rooms have a shared bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. I had great stay there! There was a self check in, nice room, clean bathroom, terrace and small kitchen. Close to old centre and Sucupira market.

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8.5
Very good
12 reviews
Price from
US$24
per night

Claris B&B - Hostel is set in Praia, within 1.7 km of Cabo Verde University and 2.3 km of Jean Piaget University of Cape Verde. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.1 km from Cova Figueira Beach. They didn’t answer my messages in booking when calling to the property number someone that has no idea about said wrong number I had to drive to another place to spend the night and walk alone until a find a new location wich i found pretty a Uncomfortable and possibly dangerous

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8.2
Very good
5 reviews
Price from
US$23
per night

Situated in Praia, less than 1 km from Praia de Quebra Canela, Txada Hostel provides air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge. The property is around 1.7 km from Praia Archaeology Museum, 1.7 km from Núcleo Museológico da Praia and 2.9 km from Praia Presidential Palace. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. Staff very kindful and ok. 24h reception. My room was big, air conditioner working ok, good vibes outside. I recomand a stay here.

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7.8
Good
517 reviews
Price from
US$47
per night

MEETING POINT- Tarrafal Group Reservations is situated in Tarrafal. The property is non-smoking and is set 600 metres from Tarrafal Beach.

Free WiFi is available to all guests, while some rooms come with a balcony.

Guests at the hostel can enjoy a continental breakfast.

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8.5
Very good
2 reviews
Price from
US$85
per night

Casa Cisalta N4 - Quarto Compartilhado features accommodation in Praia near Alexandre Albuquerque Square and Praia City Hall. Popular points of interest nearby include Sucupira Market, Diogo Gomes Monument and Praia Presidential Palace. The property is non-smoking and is situated less than 1 km from Praia Negra.

At the hostel, rooms come with a terrace. Certain rooms are equipped with a kitchen with a fridge and a microwave.

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6.5
Review score
2 reviews
Price from
US$38
per night

Casa Cisalta N3 - Quarto 5mn CENTER CITY has free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and bar in Praia. The property is close to several well-known attractions, 1.4 km from Diogo Gomes Monument, 1.2 km from Praia Presidential Palace and 1.1 km from Alexandre Albuquerque Square. The property is non-smoking and is situated less than 1 km from Praia Negra.

All rooms are fitted with a fridge, microwave, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. The rooms in the hostel are fitted with a TV and a hairdryer.

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9.5
Exceptional
2 reviews
Price from
US$19
per night

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