Book cheap hotels in Cape Verde
The Cape Verde Islands are some of the most captivating and beautiful islands that you can visit – unspoilt and unaffected by commercialism. Some of the islands are barren and arid, whilst others have soaring mountains covered in lush, tropical vegetation. Here, you can find beautiful white sand beaches, combined with warm, turquoise blue, crystal clear seas. Traditionally the islands were difficult to get to and the tourist infrastructure was fairly basic. However, European holidaymakers have now started travelling to the islands and there are now the first direct flights from the UK. The islands will not stay unspoilt for ever, but for now, they are one of the best kept secrets for a holiday destination. The Cape Verde Islands offer a new, exciting destination with an excellent year round climate, glorious sandy beaches, warm seas and under 6 hours flying time from the UK. The diverse islands have a rich history and culture with warm and friendly people, fantastic water sports, and excellent walking for all levels.
All information about this destination
Are you looking for the best hotels in Cape Verde? It is a wonderful destination. There are many reasons: a natural environment, delicious local specialties, old churches and buildings and a very traditional and unique culture. There is a wide choice of hotels. A cheap budget hotel is available from €28,00 per accommodation. Do you want a luxury holiday? Then you pay an average of €95,00 per room. A holiday in the sun is very pleasant here. It is also a beautiful country in winter. Book your cheap hotel room in Cape Verde without hassle via the internet. View the featured providers below and book rooms at the best price.
| Country | Cape Verde |
| Capital city | Praia |
| Average hotel room price | €63,00 |
| Language | Portuguese |
| Official Currency | Cape Verdean escudo (CVE) |
| Best time to visit | April to June & October to December |
| Population | 593.149 |
| Land area | 4033 km2 |
| Time zone | GMT-1 |
| Leading airline | TACV |
| Large Airport | Amílcar Cabral International Airport (IATA:SID) |
| Official government website | www.governo.cv |
Handy travel information
Are you booking a trip to Cape Verde? Good preparation is important! The capital of the country is Praia. People pay here with Cape Verdean escudo (CVE). The Cabo Verdean time zone is GMT-1. The language(s) spoken here: Portuguese. The country has approximately 593.149 inhabitants. The area of the country is 4033 km2. Most important information about electricity: the default voltage is 230 V, 50 Hz and the plug type is C / F. The prefix is +238.
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Cape Verde has beautiful areas to spend a holiday. Below you will find a summary of beautiful regions. We will then share additional data and check the current hotel offer. Advice: also ask about hotel accommodations in Cook Islands & India.
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Information about public transportation in Cape Verde
Cape Verde has a well laid out public transport network. An important airport in this country is Amílcar Cabral International Airport. Good transfers are available. The national flight company is TACV. You can book cheap tickets here. You can also book a last minute deal. Via www.governo.cv you can read extra details regarding: city tax (tourism), hospital care and the (passport) visa application process.
Activities
Diving
The Islands are surrounded by reefs, which over the centuries have laid claim to the floundering of many ships. The Islands therefore are a divers paradise; huge possibilities for exploring wrecks, rich with tropical underwater flora and a massive array of fish including dolphins, turtles, sharks as well as shoals of rockfish and bream. There are various dive packages available to suit all levels of competence from novice to the most experienced. The islands best for diving are: Sal and Boavista
Fishing
The ocean surrounding the Cape Verde Islands provides a wealth and richness of all kinds of fish. If you just want to experience the odd day fishing with local fishermen and using traditional methods then, half or full day arrangements can made by your holiday representative. However, if you are a blue water, deep sea fishing enthusiast , and are looking for a complete package, we recommend that you contact World Sport Fishing who will be able to provide expert advice.
Typical hotel prices
Cabo Verdean hotel prices depend on many factors. We place a price indication in the following table.
| Hotel segment | Tariffs |
|---|---|
| Basic accommodation | €28,00 |
| Standard room | €63,00 |
| Luxury accommodation | €95,00 |
| City trip | €189,00 |
| Dinner (per person) | €20,00 |
Climate & Weather Forecasts December 2024
Cape Verde is a versatile country. Take into account a Hot deserts climate. The normal annual temperature is 23,2 degrees Celsius. Keep in mind some cooler temperatures in winter. It is then (on average) about 19,6°C degrees. In the summer it is warmer. Assume 26,3 degrees Celsius. In the widget below you will find the weather forecast for the next 7 days.
Which Island to Choose?
Located in the Atlantic Ocean off the west coast of Africa with Senegal and Mauritania their nearest African neighbours, this archipelago of tropical islands stretches between latitudes 14° and 20° N placing them on the same latitude as Jamaica and The Dominican Republic in the Caribbean, whilst the Canary Islands lay 1000km to the north.
SAL – White sand beaches and turquoise sea
Sal has the widest choice of hotels, and is the most convenient island to visit, as all international flights currently land here. The journey to Santa Maria, where the hotels are, takes just 20 minutes and on the way you will get an indication of the arid and bare landscape that makes up the majority of the island. The capital Espargos and the fishing port of Palmeira are well worth a visit during your stay. It is the white sand beaches and water sports that people come to Sal for, plus the low key, but quite lively nightlife of Santa Maria.
SANTIAGO – The most African of all the Islands
Santiago is the largest island and has a rich and interesting history. From here slave ships from the West African coast would stop before continuing their journey to the Americas. This is predominately a green and mountainous island. At the centre there are two mountain ranges in between which there are lush valleys supporting a variety of agriculture. Praia, the capital of Cape Verde is great for music and has a colourful, bustling African market. No visit to Santiago would be complete without a trip to the old capital of Cidade Velha.
SÃO VICENTE – Music, art and culture
São Vicente is generally considered to be the cultural centre of the Islands and Mindelo, the capital, is proud of its rich tradition of music and art. The cobbled streets and 19th century architecture of Mindelo is reminiscent of colonial times past. There are lovely sandy beaches and the island is reputed to be one of the world’s best windsurfing and body-boarding destinations.
SANTA ANTÃO – Marvellous mountainous scenery
A regular ferry service from São Vicente, takes just one hour. A day trip will allow you to traverse the island and see some of the spectacular scenery. The drive from Porto Novo over the mountain range to Ribeira is dramatic with the landscape quickly changing from being bare and arid to mountains, which as the road twists and turns, gives breathtaking views of verdant valleys.
FOGO – The island with a live volcano
The Pico de Fogo volcano rises to over 1700 metres. The scenery is simply stunning: dark rocks and black sands give an impression of a lunar landscape. This is where the famous Fogo wine is produced. São Filipe, the capital is a very pretty town, the old colonial pastel shaded buildings providing a complete contrast to the rest of the island.
BOA VISTA – Unspoilt expanses of beach and sea
Ringed by reefs, Boavista is a diver’s paradise with many wrecks to explore, as well as being an excellent centre for windsurfing and fishing. The island is for relaxing on fabulous white sandy beaches and enjoying the tranquility, as apart from water sports there is little else to do. If you are very lucky you may see the turtles nesting on the beaches!
MAIO – Located 25km to the east of Santiago
The terrain is similar to that found on Sal and Boavista although parts of the island have been re-forested and there is more fertile land in the east supporting some agricultural development.
SANTA LUZIA – The smallest of the islands
This island is dry, arid and uninhabited and the only way to get there is by finding a local fisherman in Calhau, São Vicente to take you.
SÃO NICOLAU – A quiet tranquil island
Excellent for walking and popular with bird watchers, it is also home to the endangered fairytale dragon tree. Riberia Brava, the capital is small and clings to the fertile slopes of the mountainside and taking a short walk from the centre will lead you into lush plantations of banana, maize and papaya.
BRAVA – This is the smallest, greenest island
Because it is mostly shrouded in mist, it creates an atmosphere, allowing a rich assortment of flora and fauna to grow. It can be reached by ferry from Fogo.