Hotel Principal

Property class: 2.5

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You can look forward to free continental breakfast, 2 beach bars, and a terrace at Hotel Principal. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as an art gallery on site and a shopping mall on site.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a wardrobe, and a mirror.

Comfort Double Room

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A neatly made bed with a patterned throw, a headboard, and two bedside tables with lamps.

Basic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a refrigerator, and a tiled floor.

Basic Room, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A room with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a red rug.

Family Triple Room

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

Family Studio Suite

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a painting, a small table with chairs, and a view through a window.

Comfort Double Room

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bunk bed with a ladder, a TV, and a small cabinet.

Family Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Double Bunk Beds

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a white chair, a small bedside table, and a wall with a patterned wallpaper.

Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed and 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a bedside table, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Basic Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

  • City view
  • 249 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Comfort Studio Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Basic Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, City View

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a window with blue curtains, and an air conditioning unit on the wall.

Basic Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, City View

  • City view
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a framed picture on the wall.

Family Apartment, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 495 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, a painting on the wall, and a view through a window with curtains.

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

  • City view
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a red curtain, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

Basic Double or Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Basic Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A double bed with a patterned bedspread, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wooden nightstand.

Basic Double or Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Basic Room

A bedroom with a bed, a television on a stand, a chair, a small refrigerator, and a wall-mounted red headboard.

Basic Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in Tarrafal, Hotel Principal is in the city center and near the beach. Tarrafal Camp is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Serra da Malagueta Nature Park and Tarrafal Beach. Visit our Tarrafal travel guide
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Rua Liceu, Tarrafal, Santiago, 7110

What's nearby

  • An aerial view of a coastal area with clear turquoise waters, a sandy beach, and a rocky outcrop.
    Tarrafal Beach
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Tarrafal Camp
    4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Serra da Malagueta Nature Park
    19 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Grandvaux Barbosa National Botanical Garden
    56 min drive - 53.1 km
  • Pedra Badejo Beach
    56 min drive - 55.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Kabungo Beach Bar
    9 min walk
  • Restaurante Cegonha
    2 min walk
  • Restaurante Maracujá
    3 min walk
  • Churrasqueira Mangue Baxu
    2 min walk
  • Pizzeria Grill Alto Mira
    6 min walk

About this property

Hotel Principal

  • Hotel in the city center
  • Free continental breakfast, 2 beach bars, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Hotel Principal. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as an art gallery on site and a shopping mall on site.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • A TV in the lobby, local meal delivery service, and a vending machine
    • Barbecue grills, a reception hall, and outdoor furniture
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Shared bathrooms with rainfall showers and soap
    • Wardrobes/closets, housekeeping, and desks

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Principal pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Principal?

As of Oct 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Principal on Oct 30, 2026 start from CA $59, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Principal?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 10:00 AM–1:00 AM for a fee.

What time is check-out at Hotel Principal?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Hotel Principal located?

Located in the heart of Tarrafal, this hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Tarrafal Beach and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Tarrafal Camp. Monte Contador and Serra da Malagueta Nature Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Hotel Principal Reviews

7.8

Good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect stay

Nice clean room with balcony. All rooms have a Cabo Verde singer’s name instead of a number which is nice to learn more culture about the country. Good breakfast served on the rooftop. Friendly and helpful staff. Would definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Small, clean, efficient rooms. Noise was a major issue as rooms have no noise insulation to stop sounds from hallways. We could hear conversations in the hallway crystal clearly and we lost sleep over this until all guests were asleep. Breakfast was nice. They are trying their best. Nice location close to bakery and mini market.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Personalet
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Sol de la chambre sale, salle d’eau-wc aveugle et sans aération (forte odeur),fuite au lavabo, lunette de wc déglinguée, pas d’eau chaude, pas wifi dans la chambre ( faible réception à la réception et bonne réception sur la terrasse du bar-piscine
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hôtel à éviter, pas d'eau.

Je ne recommande pas cet hôtel, nous n'avons pas eu d'eau pendant 24h. Nous avons dû quitter cet hôtel et en trouver un autre en urgence afin de ne pas passer une seconde nuit sans eau.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Bon rapport qualité/prix

Hôtel très correct, propre, bien situé et très proche de la plage de Tarrafal. Personnel sympathique et serviable. Chambre assez spacieuse avec une literie confortable. Mais, le petit déjeuner était médiocre et tous les jours on avait quasiment la même chose.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cerca de la playa de Tarrafal y de la estación de aluguers. Limpio y buen desayuno
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Séjour très sympathique personnel à l’écoute et à Disposition.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025