Simabo's Backpackers' Hostel
Avenida Vicente Rendall Leite 13
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20 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
20 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“It’s really close to the beach”
“good value for money :) and well located just 10min walk from Mindelo’s city cen…”
“nice spacious rooms, big closet, nice staff, clean bathrooms, big kitchen, loved…”
“Location was good and room was clean”
“Clean and nice staff with a cute terrace on top”
“friendly stuff and clean rooms and bath”
“The staff was very nice and helpful”
“nice staff”
“It's affordable, and the proceeds go to the animals”
“One house cat, though others appear at the back door at breakfast time”
Overview
Offering a sun terrace, Simabo's Backpackers' Hostel is located in Mindelo. The property is a charity managed hostel. A terrace or balcony are featured in certain rooms. You will find a kitchen and a shared seating area at the property. Simabo's Backpackers' Hostel can arrange guided tours and excursions under extra fees and prior reservation.
Traveller reviews
Maria
solo_traveller
June 13, 2026
“Best Hostel”
The staff was very nice and helpful. It’s really close to the beach. The dogs were so cute and friendly.
Eva
couple
May 10, 2026
“nice staff and good location ! good for backpackers”
good value for money :) and well located just 10min walk from Mindelo’s city centre. Clean and nice staff with a cute terrace on top! I think its important the work they do to rescue/take care of stray dogs ❤️
Jean
solo_traveller
May 8, 2026
“Very friendly hostel”
Michelangelo
solo_traveller
May 6, 2026
nice staff
Michelangelo
solo_traveller
April 24, 2026
friendly stuff and clean rooms and bath
Carvalho
solo_traveller
April 24, 2026
Everything!
Živa
solo_traveller
April 21, 2026
“just amazing”
nice spacious rooms, big closet, nice staff, clean bathrooms, big kitchen, loved the terrace upstairs with a bed to chill in and a very cute cat🥰🥰 loved everything, obrigada❤️
Kerry
couple
March 24, 2026
“Its ok just for 1 night”
Location was good and room was clean
Andrea
solo_traveller
March 2, 2026
All great
Virginia
couple
February 25, 2026
“I really like the concept of this place. It's affordable, and the proceeds go to the animals.”
I really like the concept of this place. It's affordable, and the proceeds go to the animals. The terrace in our room was great. There was a super cute cat tablecloth on the table.
man74
solo_traveller
February 24, 2026
hot water disconnected, smelly mattresses, destroyed furniture
michelle
family_with_children
February 22, 2026
“Fantastic hostel.”
Close to harbour, and beach. Spacious room, even had a balcony and private bathroom. Rooms clean and bedding fresh. Kitchen facilities if required, group room with games. One house cat, though others appear at the back door at breakfast time. Sylvia helped with any problems such as ferry times. Extremely lovely welcome, quick response to messages. Lovely place to stay.
Dáňa
couple
January 26, 2026
“Accommodation in an animal shelter...”
The accommodation was well accessible. There was a shared kitchen and a roof terrace.
Elena
solo_traveller
January 20, 2026
“Feeling like home!”
Amazing stay! I really felt at home. Silvia welcomed me as if we had known each other for a lifetime, giving me all the information I needed and incredibly valuable advice. I had a wonderful time. The property is beautiful and clean, and the room I shared was on the second floor with a fantastic shared terrace offering stunning views. The area is quiet, yet all services are just a short walk from the beach and the town center. Highly recommended!.. …and the cause they support is fantastic! Very good vibes!
Caroline-Sophie
family_with_children
January 18, 2026
“Connection Hot Spot but the equipment needs more love”
Nice terrace, ideal to connect with people. Met some nice people there! Adorable house cat. Beautiful hostel-background based on animal rescue. The kitchen is pretty well equipped, the bathrooms and stairs are getting cleaned every day. Cynthia from the reception is helpful and nice. The hostel is close to the beach and not far from the center.
Julian
solo_traveller
January 17, 2026
Good, comfortable stay. It's well-located in a nice neighbourhood, a short walk from the town centre and not far from the ferry port. My dorm had just 2 single beds in it and there was a nice lounge area as well as a fully equipped kitchen, including a fridge and kettle.
Alexander
solo_traveller
December 22, 2025
Location with nice and calm, and a good place between the center and the beach.
Joseph George
solo_traveller
November 22, 2025
“good value fpr money”
a goood buzz to the place where you easily meet and talk to others
Maria Morais
solo_traveller
November 20, 2025
Geen warm water ,green lavabo water de baddoek was Klein en niet good
Claire
solo_traveller
October 18, 2025
“Superb 👌🏼 for a short stay and very good with your needs definitely stay again 👌🏼”
Fantastic place
Facilities
Activities
Massage, Windsurfing, Hiking, Diving, Snorkelling, Beachfront, Full body massage, Beach, Movie nights, Walking tours, Bike tours, Themed dinner nights, Tour or class about local culture
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast in the room
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas
General
Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Family rooms, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Safety deposit box, Non-smoking throughout, Designated smoking area
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Sun terrace, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Parking on site, Parking garage, Accessible parking, Parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key access, CCTV in common areas
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, 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, First aid kit available
Services
Pet basket, Pet bowls, Packed lunches, Car hire, Fax/photocopying, 24-hour front desk, Airport shuttle, Babysitting/child services, Laundry, Private check-in/check-out, Currency exchange, Luggage storage, Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Family Room with Shared Bathroom
The family room includes a shared bathroom fitted with a shower. The unit has 4 beds.
Double Room with Shared Bathroom
The double room has shared bathroom fitted with a shower and a bidet. The unit has 1 bed.
Standard Double Room with Shared Bathroom
The double room has shared bathroom fitted with a shower and a bidet. The unit has 1 bed.
Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom
The twin/double room includes a private bathroom fitted with a bath, a shower and a bidet. The twin/double room offers a wardrobe.
Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom
The twin/double room includes a private bathroom fitted with a bath, a shower and a bidet.
Triple Room with Private Bathroom
The unit has 2 beds.
Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
The triple room includes a shared bathroom fitted with a shower and a bidet. The unit has 2 beds.
Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
The twin room has a shared bathroom fitted with a shower and a bidet. The unit has 2 beds.
Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
The quadruple room includes a shared bathroom equipped with a shower. The unit offers 4 beds.
Single Room with Private Bathroom
The single room includes a private bathroom equipped with a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Standard Single Room with Shared Bathroom
The single room features a shared bathroom equipped with a shower and a bidet. The unit offers 1 bed.
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