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Hotel Principal

3.0 star property
Tarrafal hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Exterior
Deluxe Suite
Hallway
Basic Apartment | Living area
Free daily continental breakfast

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
Main amenities
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Terrace
  • Communal living room
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Charcoal grills
  • Wedding services
Feel at home
  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Charcoal grill(s)
The price is $34
includes taxes & fees
$25 per night
Dec 15 - Dec 16

Room options

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Deluxe Apartment

Deluxe Apartment

Highlights

Kitchen
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Living room
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Kitchen
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Apartment, Multiple Beds

Basic Apartment, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Kitchen
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Located on the top floor
3 living rooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Room

Basic Room

Highlights

Kitchen
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room

Deluxe Triple Room

Highlights

Kitchen
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Room

Highlights

Kitchen
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Shared Dormitory

Superior Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Kitchen
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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Deluxe Studio Suite | Living area

Deluxe Studio Suite

Highlights

Kitchen
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Basic Apartment | Living area

Basic Apartment

Highlights

Kitchen
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Living room
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Rua Liceu, Tarrafal, Santiago, 7110

What's nearby

  • lighthouse - 4 min walk
  • Tarrafal Beach - 4 min walk
  • Tarrafal Camp - 2 min drive
  • Serra da Malagueta Nature Park - 15 min drive
  • Pedra Badejo Beach - 40 min drive

Getting around

  • Santiago Island (RAI-Praia Intl.) - 122 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunas Areia Preta - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kabungo Surf And Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Cegonha - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Baia Verde - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Grill Alto Mira - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Hotel Principal

Hotel Principal is a great choice for a stay in Tarrafal. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 16 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Check-out time is noon

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours
  • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

  • No onsite parking

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Charcoal grills
  • Shared refrigerator

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Lockers available
  • Reception hall
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 1
  • Hand-held showerheads
  • Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Hospital bed available
  • Pool hoist on site

Room amenities

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Kitchen

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: CVE 276.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 17 years of age.

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Hotel Principal Hotel
Hotel Principal Tarrafal
Hotel Principal Hotel Tarrafal

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Hotel Principal?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Principal?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Hotel Principal.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Principal?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Hotel Principal and nearby?
Hotel Principal has a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Principal?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Hotel Principal have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchen is available in every room.
What's the area around Hotel Principal like?
Hotel Principal is a short 4-minute walk from Tarrafal Beach and 4 minutes' walk from lighthouse.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Séjour très sympathique personnel à l’écoute et à Disposition.
Samantha, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review