Santa Cruz Boutique Hotel
Rua São João - Centro Histórico Mindelo - Ilha de São Vicente
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Why people book this hotel
“The staff is extremely kind and helpful”
“people very welcoming and helpful”
“The general location is excellent, but one needs to be careful at night”
“Very Central”
“They prepared for me a breakfast to go as I needed to check out early to catch a…”
“Very friendly personnel, great breakfast”
“The rooms are well decorated and equipped”
“The staff were extremely friendly, helpful, and always smiling, which made me fe…”
“It showed how much they care about their guests ❤️ Another thing worth mentionin…”
“When I book the hotel I thought it might be a bit expensive, then when I stayed …”
“The room was clean, cozy, and very well prepared”
“The room was very clean and had everything you needed, very comfy bed”
Overview
Featuring a bar and views of city, Santa Cruz Boutique Hotel is located in Mindelo, 1.2 km from Praia Da Laginha. A hot tub and a car rental service are available for guests. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a desk. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, all units at Santa Cruz Boutique Hotel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and certain rooms here will provide you with a terrace. At the accommodation every room has bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near Santa Cruz Boutique Hotel include Torre de Belem, Capvertdesign Artesanato and Diogo Alfonso Statue. The nearest airport is Cesària Evora Airport, 9 km from the hotel.
Traveller reviews
Christophe
solo_traveller
June 5, 2026
“Excellent hotel”
I have now stayed there on 2 different occasions. The staff is extremely kind and helpful. The rooms are well decorated and equipped. The bed is very comfortable. The general location is excellent, but one needs to be careful at night.
Miren
couple
May 16, 2026
“Central Area”
Very Central. people very welcoming and helpful. Security is very important to them, so they have a 24/7 security guard to open the door.
Sean
family_with_children
April 2, 2026
Staff were very friendly especially Paula. Her restaurant recommendations were great.
Gosia
couple
March 21, 2026
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel and I would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting the area. From the very beginning, the service was incredibly kind and welcoming. The staff were extremely friendly, helpful, and always smiling, which made me feel comfortable right away 😊 One of the best things about my stay was the bed it was super comfortable! I slept really well every night, which made a big difference after a long day of travelling. The room was clean, cozy, and very well prepared. I was also pleasantly surprised because the staff prepared my room much earlier than expected. This was a huge help after my trip, and I really appreciated the effort they made for me. It showed how much they care about their guests ❤️ Another thing worth mentioning is that the hotel staff arranged a taxi to the airport for me. The price was 1200 escudo, which was very convenient and saved me a lot of time and stress. Everything was organized perfectly and smoothly. Overall, I had a fantastic experience and I would gladly stay here again. Amazing service, a very comfortable bed, and excellent support from the staff made this stay truly special ⭐
Inka
solo_traveller
March 15, 2026
The person at the reception was amazing, unfortunately I forgot his name. I normally only give 10/10 to places that on top of being great have something truly unique, like extraordinarily beautiful building or views, something that stays with you after the stay. With this place, it was the person working the reception while I was there. He makes this place a true gem instead of just another great hotel.
Mark
extended_group
February 26, 2026
“Very nice”
Everything
Rahua
extended_group
February 22, 2026
The people here are lovely and take good care of their guests
Nace
solo_traveller
February 14, 2026
Receptionist was very kind and informative. She greeted me with a welcome drink and booked a dinner for me in a nearby restaurant. The room has modern equipment and a very comfortable bed. I loved the balcony with a street view. They prepared for me a breakfast to go as I needed to check out early to catch a ferry.
Laura
solo_traveller
February 7, 2026
“A great stay!”
Location was excellent. They give you towels for the beach which was great! The room was very clean and had everything you needed, very comfy bed. Friendly and welcoming staff.
Rienk
couple
February 6, 2026
“Great stay in Mindelo!”
Great hotel right in the center of Mindelo! Very friendly personnel, great breakfast.
Francis
couple
January 21, 2026
“Great stay”
Excellent choice for a stay in Mindelo: good location, large and nicely decorated room with good beds and comfortable bathroom, breakfast with large choice of fresh products, and especially the super friendly and helpful staff!
Aneja
couple
January 19, 2026
“Excellent”
Everything. Very friendly staff, the hotel is amazing, the breakfast very tasty.
Carmen
solo_traveller
January 15, 2026
“Perfect stay”
The stuff was incredibly helpful and joyful, the jacuzzi was great for sunsets before going to diner, the breakfast had plenty of options. The location was great as well. When I book the hotel I thought it might be a bit expensive, then when I stayed there I decided to change my plans so I can stay in the hotel one more night, totally worth the money. I would definitely recommend it.
Marta
family_with_children
January 10, 2026
Comfortable room, nice hotel terrace, good location in the city centre. The staff was very nice and helpful. We needed to leave before breakfast and were offered a take-away meal.
Catherine
couple
January 10, 2026
“Not to be missed.”
Fabulous gem of a calm space in the heart of Mindelo. The staff are welcoming, friendly and helpful. Terrific breakfast!
Jost
solo_traveller
December 30, 2025
“A good choice when you want to be in the centre of Mindelo”
Very kind and helpful staff
Andrea L
solo_traveller
December 21, 2025
“Perfect place in Sao Vicente”
Everything. From the welcoming staff and beautiful decorations to the comfort of the room, the location being central and accesible from anywhere. Supermarket just in front. You get too quality hotel and service, for a good price. I will definitely stay again if I'm in Sao Vicente. The welcoming drinks, the bed was super nice and cozy and comfortable. The rooftop with jacuzzi could be better but to be honest I enjoyed the sun alone on the terrace which was needed. Breakfast had options and was nice and tasty 😋 My experience overall was perfect!
Olly
solo_traveller
December 12, 2025
The staff are amazing. So friendly. Location right in the middle of town. It was ideal!
cthomson71
solo_traveller
December 7, 2025
“Santa Cruz Boutique - definitely stay here”
The hotel was in a great location, the staff were fantastic, and rooms were brilliant. A hot tub on the roof to look over the city was amazing. Staff even provided an early breakfast for us, as we had an early start for the ferry
Lesley
couple
December 5, 2025
Breakfast was ok. Location was excellent
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible, Toilet with grab rails, Higher level toilet, Lower bathroom sink, Emergency cord in bathroom
Activities
Temporary art galleries, Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Food & Drink
Breakfast in the room, Bar, Kid-friendly buffet, Breakfast options
General
Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Lift, Safety deposit box, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Terrace, Sun terrace
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property
Services
Shuttle service, Shuttle service (additional charge), Airport shuttle (additional charge), Daily housekeeping, Strollers, Room service, 24-hour front desk, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Car hire, Luggage storage, Ironing service
Double Room
This air-conditioned double room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private bathroom as well as a balcony. The unit has 1 bed.
Double or Twin Room
This air-conditioned twin/double room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with city views.
Deluxe Suite with Spa Bath
This suite boasts a hot tub and a spa bath. This suite comprises 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The suite's kitchenette is available for cooking and storing food. The air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as city views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Junior Suite
The air-conditioned suite features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. Featuring a terrace with mountain views, this suite also offers a minibar and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit offers 1 bed.
Junior Suite with Balcony
The air-conditioned suite features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. Featuring a terrace with city views, this suite also provides a minibar and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit offers 1 bed.
Economy Single Room
Providing free toiletries, this single room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned single room provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe as well as city views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Single Room
This air-conditioned single room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with city views. The unit has 1 bed.
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