Hotel Central
Rua de Angola
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Why people book this hotel
“Very central location”
“Unbearable location if you want to be walking distance from the city sights”
“Central location, nice breakfast relatively poor though, kind staff,nice rooms, …”
“Excellent location Very clean”
“Excellent central location (though the trade-off is traffic noise), clean, comfo…”
“Everything very clean and staff extremely nice and friendly”
“Breakfast was available before my morning flight to Príncipe”
“Very good breakfast”
“Nice cozy modern room in city center”
“Centrally located but quiet”
“Central location and price”
“Great value for money”
Overview
Hotel Central is located in São Tomé. This 3-star hotel offers luggage storage space. The hotel also provides free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. All units are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. Featuring a private bathroom with a bath and a hairdryer, rooms at the hotel also provide guests with a city view. At Hotel Central every room comes with bed linen and towels. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving African, Mediterranean and Portuguese cuisine. A vegetarian option can also be requested. The nearest airport is São Tomé International Airport, 9 km from Hotel Central.
Traveller reviews
Ana
solo_traveller
February 8, 2026
Very central location. Breakfast was available before my morning flight to Príncipe. Communication before and during my stay was ok.
Michele Axelle
couple
January 10, 2026
“Welcoming and nice little hotel. They try to accommodate you as much as possible”
It was well located and close to the sea front
Jonathan
family_with_children
December 22, 2025
Unbearable location if you want to be walking distance from the city sights. This budget hotel is basic but has everything you need. Airport shuttle worked fine - contact Nelson if you need transport
Stefanos
solo_traveller
November 24, 2025
“Convenient central hotel”
Central location, nice breakfast relatively poor though, kind staff,nice rooms, clean, beat cafe on basement
Anselm
family_with_children
November 23, 2025
“One night no electricity, no water, no help”
Nice cozy modern room in city center. Close to Rooftop Bar. Good bathroom
Mariana
couple
November 17, 2025
Excellent location Very clean
Ananda
couple
November 15, 2025
Excellent central location (though the trade-off is traffic noise), clean, comfortable, and friendly staff. Perfect for a one-night stay in the city
Shumet
solo_traveller
November 11, 2025
good
Ronen
solo_traveller
November 3, 2025
Centrally located but quiet. Clean, comfortable and tastefully appointed room. Very good breakfast.
Nad
couple
August 17, 2025
Central location and price
Elisabete
family_with_children
August 16, 2025
“Its a good place to stay and feel the heart of São Tomé city. I do recommend.”
The hotel itself and the coffee and restaurant inside. made me remember Portugal many years ago. Everything very clean and staff extremely nice and friendly.
FERNANDO
family_with_children
June 25, 2025
The staff, the building
Vitor
extended_group
May 28, 2025
As escadarias para o segundo piso do HC
Séverine
solo_traveller
April 10, 2025
“Nice place to stay when in the capital”
Great hotel at the center of the capital with air conditioning, electricity and hot water. Staff is smiling and kind.
Ercan
solo_traveller
April 7, 2025
“Central location, nice place”
Very central location, clean, nice ground floor cafe, friendly staff. Staff don’t speak English but try their best. Breakfast simple and very similar every morning.
Chris
solo_traveller
February 15, 2025
“Comfortable rooms in central but noisy location.”
The room was comfortable and clean. They had one staff member who spoke great English and helped me with car hire. The breakfast was ok. There’s an adjoining cafe which is nice but everyone seems to smoke. Great location in the centre of town.
André
extended_group
February 11, 2025
“Great place for a quick visit of the capital”
City center and parking everywhere. Walkable to every corner of the city. Pretty clean compared with all the other locations available in the country. Breakfast is good.
Paveen
family_with_children
February 1, 2025
Great value for money. Central location, good room size, A/C worked perfectly, clean room with good water pressure...nice balcony to watch the life below. The lady owner didn't speak English well but nothing Google Translate can't resolve. The staff were very helpful and friendly. On one day I found complementary pastries in my room which was a nice touch. There is a nice supermarket next door that has everything you may need. I was able to walk in the night to get some food. It is safer than it may look at night. Some guests have reported noise feom cars on the street...didn't really affect me as I always carry ear plugs. It is easier to wear them than silence the world. Overall a pleasant experience and would recommend this hotel.
Michael
solo_traveller
January 29, 2025
About the only budget option in town. It's convenient for walking around to see Sao Tome city. The staff were very nice.
Asiem
solo_traveller
January 21, 2025
“Comfortable and centrally-located place to stay.”
The breakfast was great, Continental style with fresh fruits.
Facilities
Activities
Live sport events (broadcast)
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay, 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, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
Food & Drink
Special diet menus (on request), Wine/champagne, Fruits, Restaurant, Snack bar, Breakfast options, Coffee house on site
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Street parking, Accessible parking
Safety & security
Key access, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Services
Airport shuttle (additional charge), Daily housekeeping, Shuttle service (additional charge), Currency exchange, Car hire, Luggage storage, Airport shuttle, Shuttle service
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Double Room
This air-conditioned double room includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony. The unit offers 1 bed.
Twin Room
Offering free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This twin room is air-conditioned and has a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker and a wardrobe. The unit has 2 beds.
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