Sotavento Islands Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Sotavento Islands
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.
Barceló Praia Cape Verde
The room was amazing and the front desk service. The only bad experience was the dinning area and bar. The staff are not trained the right way and lack customer service
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel
Great property and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
Hotel Vip Praia
Staff went above and beyond to help solve a problem I had. Room was clean and comfortable and hotel location was convenient, next to restaurants and grocery store.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Dolce Waves – Luxury apartment with sea view, jacuzzi & modern design
I give this stay 0 stars. Host cancelled my reservation days before my stay and created a big issue for me during my vacation. Beware!
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Tarrafal Relax
Je suis très satisfaite de l’accueil, l’hôte était très courtois et a l’écoute, l’appartement est très bien situé, lumineux propre et spacieux. Nous avons passé un agréable, je reviendrais c’est sur!
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Aparthotel Ixola
Durant notre séjour de 10 jours, le ménage a été fait seulement 2 fois dans l'appartement et les draps et serviettes ont été changés qu'une seule fois.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2020
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.
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.
Dona María Pia Lighthouse
Dona María Pia Lighthouse is just one of the places to see in Praia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make some time to visit the cathedral while you're in the area.
Mangue Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Mangue Beach during your travels in Sao Domingos?
