Resembling a string of pearls flung out from the African continent on the world map, the island nation of Cape Verde has become an increasingly popular tourist destination. While it does not have the pretty beaches and clear waters of Mauritius, the more famous African island nation, Cape Verde nonetheless has its own unique appeal, beautiful scenery and high standard of living. While the main island of Santiago, along with the capital city of Praia, takes the lion’s share of tourists, there are some travelers who prefer the cultural city of Mindelo out on the island of Sao Vicente. Known for its colorful and animated carnival celebrations, the city is also a gateway to other less populated islands in Cape Verde. So book yourself a holiday at the best Airbnbs in Mindelo, Cape Verde.
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1. Penthouse retreat with stunning views
Indulge in a tranquil escape at this penthouse retreat. Unwind in the spacious living area, which seamlessly connects to an expansive terrace boasting breathtaking views of Mount Cara, Mindelo Bay, and the surrounding mountains. The fully furnished kitchen is equipped with everything you need to prepare meals. Additional amenities such as a bathtub, hairdryer, essential toiletries, and fresh towels and bed linens ensure a comfortable stay.
Explore the nearby shops, cafes, restaurants, and attractions, all easily accessible with convenient public transportation. Don’t forget to take advantage of the proximity to the stunning Laginha Beach, just a short distance away.
Mindelo, São Vicente, Cape Verde
1.56 km (1.0 mi) from Laginha BeachAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
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simple spacious and nice locationthe penthouse is in a great central location of mindelothe apartment is well equipped and the location is great there was nothing missingeverything was clean at the house is located very central you can walk everywhere easilywe would always come back to this nice placeCleanliness:
once again i had a wonderful stay in this cozy clean well equiped and well situated apartmenta very nice and clean appartment with an amazing view located in the heart of mindeloRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
very nice apartment with a gorgeous view over the city and directly at monte cara
2. Modern and central apartment (from USD 35)
Discover this spacious and modern apartment located in the center of Mindelo, just a short stroll from the beautiful coast and Mindelo’s Bay. The apartment offers a range of amenities, including a fully equipped kitchen, a comfortable bedroom with cozy bedding, and a spacious bathroom. Stay entertained with a large television, a music system, and a reliable internet connection.
Surround yourself with a variety of dining options and supermarkets, making it easy to indulge in local cuisine or cook your own meals. Additionally, take advantage of the nearby swimming pools, allowing you to relax and cool off during your stay.
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great locationand very nice hostfriendly and responsive hosttony was responding very fast on all our requests perfect hostnice apartment and owner really take care about his clientswould definitely recommend this apartment and the hostLocation:
the location is amazingvery spacious place at a great location and great communicationthe neighborhood is pretty nice with shops cozy cafes promenade and the beach is not far awayCleanliness:
spacious and clean apartments all the equipment was working perfectlyapartment spacious well furnished and very comfortableRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
on the ground floor there is a nice gelateria for ice cream or breakfastthe apartment looks exactly like the pictures
3. Brand-new loft with marvelous roof deck (from USD 75)
Mindelo is situated at the beautiful Porto Grande Bay, and is surrounded by low inland mountains. Life is pretty slow-paced and laid back around this city, and residents are well-known for their musicality, and you can hear constant music emanating from the bars and restaurants. The buildings are generally low-lying, most of them about two or three-stories high. This long-term rental in Mindelo, Cape Verde, has a marvelous roof deck with a great view of the city, together with a private bedroom and bathroom. Unwind with its cozy leather armchairs, and enjoy the soothing vibes of its traditional-tinged furniture and decor.
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also very helpful owner with quick response to all the questions you havejules is a great host toohost was very well organised and helpfuljules is a great hostjules was a great host and very helpfulLocation:
the location of the apartment is ideal toogood location and nice housenice flat very spacious close to the city center and 15 min walk from beachthe neighborhood is calm it's just a short walk to the city center of colourful mindelo:-) the location is close to the centre and there's a good supermarket just around the cornerCleanliness:
very clean spacious and well equippedthe apartment was stylish very clean and well laid outthe apartement was very clean jules was extremely responsivethe apartment was beautiful and very cleanthe appartement was really clean and well designed in a pretty safe area of mindeloRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the apartment is very big and luxurious has everything you need and more the balcony is a dreamthe space is very very spacious and comfortablewe had an excellent stay at jules's apartmentapartment is great and has lovely cape verdian photographythe apartment is clean has good wifi and is only a short walk away from the center
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4. Great terrace views from this spacious apartment (from USD 36)
The island which Mindelo lies on, Sao Vicente, is a largely untouched rural land with a handful of fishing villages. All of them are connected by cobbled roads and are no more than a 30-minute drive from Mindelo. The biggest place of interest is Monte Verde, the island’s highest point and home to its only nature reserve. You can drive or hike up the mountain, and be rewarded with great vistas of the surroundings. This Airbnb with views in Mindelo, Cape Verde, is coupled with its spaciousness, ample amenities, and plentiful natural light makes for an invigorating stay.
Top guest reviews
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manuel is a fantastic hosthe was extremely helpful and kindmanuel is a wonderful host always happy to helpmanuel is a wonderful host very attentive and friendlyvery kind and knowledgableLocation:
nice appartement on walking distance (10 minmanuel's place is fantastic a lovely lovely house in the city centre close to everythinggreat location friendly helpfull ownerCleanliness:
the apartment is spacious well-equipped and spotlessly cleanthe apartment is neat tidy clean and everything we needed for our stay in mindelowe had a wonderful stay in manuels apartment the apartment is very spacy very clean and perfectly equippedthe place is very clean with great facilities and is in a great locationi can highly recommend this place its clean has two bathrooms and showers and good furnitureRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
great and spacious 3 bedroom apartment with two rooftop terraces that overlook the entire city of mindelo
5. Stunning colonial-era house (from USD 72)
There are some accommodations that have such gorgeous settings that it takes a lot of effort just to step out and go sightseeing. Takes this wondrous house to rent in Mindelo, Cape Verde, for example. Even before you enter, you will be enchanted by its bright yellow exterior and vintage wooden window panes. Inside, you will find an atmospheric flight of stairs leading up to the main living room, which is decked out with eclectic and quirky decorations. Step out into the balcony, and you will be taken in by views of the Mindelo city as well as the charming cobbled street where the house is on.
Top guest reviews
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ana is also a great hostana is a lovely host that gave us plenty of recommendations on what to do on the islandLocation:
nice house and good locationgreat place in the heart of mindelothe house is beautiful and the location perfect in the city centergreat location beautiful interior architectureit is ideally located with easy access to shops the beach and aluguer transportRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
if we have suggest one thing: a chill sit and table at the roof terrace would be nicethe beds are nice with mattresses that allow for a very good sleepthe roof terrace is awesome for having breakfasts and doing some early morning yoga
6. New apartment in center of Mindelo (from USD 283)
For those who love to go off the beaten path, Cape Verde has several small and remote islands to explore. Check out Boa Vista, which has miles after miles of unspoiled beaches where you can try and spot nesting sites of loggerhead turtles. You can also head to Fogo, which has an active volcano which erupted in 2014. Or you can try the uninhabited Santa Luzia or Brave to get away from it all. When you go back to Mindelo, you can find pretty accommodations such as this apartment for rent in Mindelo, Cape Verde, located in the heart of the city. A spacious lodge with simple but tasteful decor, you can relax in its clean bedrooms and living room, and it is close to everything you need in town.
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anilton who was appointed by ed was a very kind man who made transportsed filipe and the owner carlos were a great help in every step of this tripvery friendly and reliable pick up from airport ad check inLocation:
centrally located in a calm streetnice decorated and comfortable apartment centrally located in a calm streeteverything went as expected the house is placed in a great location near of everythingthe flat is amazing way bigger than in the pictures the location is really good as wellRead more reviewsCleanliness:
totally new luxurious spacious well equiped super clean superb absolutely nothing to complainthe apartment was very well located clean and had everything we needed for our stay
7. Comfy and stylish studio in near Laginha Beach (from USD 73)
Although Mindelo is a seaside city, there are not many sandy beaches around. Probably the prettiest one is the Praia de Laginha near the abandoned fort, and you can enjoy the sun, the sand and the sea while sipping a cocktail at the Caravela Bar right on the beach. This modern and stylish studio apartment is a few minutes’ walk from the beach, set in a tranquil and safe neighborhood. The usual amenities such as kitchen, bathroom, wi-fi and cable TV are available.
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emanuel is the perfect hosti really recommend that host and placethe host was very friendly and welcomed me in his home like i was familyemanuel is the best host i ever hademanuel was a great host - would definitely recommendLocation:
the location is also greatgreat location close to the beach and anything else you need is in walking distancegreat house and close to beach and city centerthe location was close to the center of mindelo and the hosting family was very friendlyvery nice apartment on walking distance from the beach and city centerCleanliness:
very clean and comfortable apartmentstudio is amazing and so cleanthe apartment was amazing very clean and cozyemanuel was welcoming in the clean appartementthe apartment is very modern clean spaceyRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
there is wifi which works great and the hot water was always availablethere is space to put clothes a nice kitchen with everything microwave oven coffee machinethe apartment is spacious clean wifi and cable work properly great space
8. Apartment with balcony near city center
The heart of the city, around Palacio do Povo, is filled with brightly-painted buildings that practically cry out for Instagram opportunities. There are plenty of bars and eateries around, and you can take a short stroll to the Praca Nova square, where locals like to meet and have a drink or two. With palm trees lining the avenues, it really does feel like a tropical paradise to relax and unwind in. This easy-to-the-eye apartment is a few blocks away from the city center, located in a private dead-end street. It can accommodate four guests comfortably, has a charming balcony to enjoy the sea breeze in, and has a mini-mart just beside it for convenience.
Mindelo, São Vicente, Cape Verde
1.79 km (1.2 mi) from Laginha Beach
9. Charming, spacious apartment with interior balcony
Having traveled to this far-flung island nation, it would be disappointing if you would just spend your entire vacation just in urban Mindelo on the Sao Vicente island. So spend a few days island hopping, starting with the nearby Santo Antao, an hour’s ferry ride from Mindelo. The sparsely-populated island is great for hiking, scuba diving and rock climbing. Beach lovers would want to visit the island of Sal, where there are miles of them with great conditions for kitesurfing or windsurfing. These are merely the tip of the iceberg in your Cape Verde explorations, and you can return to great Mindelo accommodations such as this charming apartment with a spacious bedroom, walk-in closet and interior balcony.
Mindelo, Cape Verde
547 meters (0.4 ft) from Laginha BeachTop guest reviews
Host:
the owners were extremely kind and available even if we booked shortly before checking inemanuel was really welcoming and friendly when he met us off the ferryvanda and emanuel are wonderful hosts and very flexible and communicativehost emanuel was very helpful organised taxis for us gave us a lift from ferryvanda’s place is perfect and she was helpful in every wayLocation:
great location only a few minutes walk to beach or to restaurantsgreat place close to all places of interest in mindeloa wonderful place at a wonderful locationthe location is great right between the city center and the beachthe location is ideal just between the beach and the city centerCleanliness:
super clean spacious and quietit was spotlessly clean for us with nicely laid out towels and an interim cleanspacious and airy super clean apartment with all the calm and comfort we neededa spacious and quiet clean appartment that met all of our travel needsthe bed is soft and comfortable the linnens are crisp and cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
vanda and emanuel's apartment was perfect had all the commodities you needi would recommend apartment charmoso to anyonethere is a luxurious bathroom open and airy eating space huge living room well equipped kitchenvanda and emanuel’s apartment is really great spacious and cleanvanda and emauel's apartment comes highly recommended from us
10. No-frills apartment with soothing decor
From the island of Sal, you can take a ferry to Santiago Island, the biggest isle of Cape Verde. This is where you can find the country’s capital, Praia, which is largely a commercial city but has some historical town halls, museums and cathedrals. You can also take a taxi to the historical capital of Cidade Velha, where its city center is listed as a UNESCO world heritage site. And after all your island-hopping trips, you will appreciate cozy and comfy lodgings in Mindelo such as this no-frills apartment near the Laghina Beach. Unwind amid the soothing decor, or head to the nearby pubs and restaurants for great atmospheric night-outs.
Mindelo, São Vicente, Cape Verde
892 meters (0.6 ft) from Laginha BeachTop guest reviews
Host:
hugo is a wonderful hosthugo was a perfect host arranging transportation sharing informations and instantly answering all our questions and requestshugo is a very friendly host cultured and thoughtfulCleanliness:
the house is simple yet clean cozy with complete facilities and artistic decorations are made by himRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the building is like an one room tower with lots of stairsthe room faces east so with plenty of sunshine
11. Colorful guestroom in beautiful terrace home
After being colonized by Portugal in the 15th century, Cape Verde finally gained independence in 1975. Nevertheless, it still retains plenty of Portuguese influence, especially in the urbanized cities. For instance, Mindelo has a modest copy of the Belem Tower, the famous landmark of Lisbon, by its seaside. For a small fee, you can climb to the observation deck for great views of the town and its harbor. This wondrously colorful guestroom is located in a beautiful blue terrace house near the bay, and can accommodate up to six guests with its three beds. You can even enjoy great sea views from its balcony.
Mindelo, Sao Vicente, Cape Verde
655 meters (0.5 ft) from Laginha BeachAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Host:
filomena was a great hostshe is a lovely host making sure we fully enjoyed itfilomena's place is awesome what an amazing host she isfilomna is very amicable and a wonderful hostfilomena was an incredible host: friendly and always ready to helpCleanliness:
the rooms are great super clean and nicely decoratedthe room was good en very cleanthe house is extra clean pretty and really quiteRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
i especially loved the extensive and delicious breakfast with lots of capverdian delicaciesbreakfast was delicious and plentiful at the communal table in the living roomfilomena’s place is great and the breakfast unbelievably delicious i highly recommend her airbnb
12. Centrally located guestroom for convenience
Probably the most iconic landmark of Mindelo is the Fortim d'El-Rei, an abandoned fort on top of the hill overlooking the harbor. Built around 1852, the fort was used to guard Porto Grande and still offers lovely views of the city and the bay. Another prominent landmark is the Palacio do Povo (People’s Palace), a well-preserved colonial building right in the heart of the city that occasionally hosts art exhibitions. This cozy guestroom for three is newly renovated and centrally located for convenience. Guests will be able to use the kitchen, bathroom and washing machine.
1.61 km (1.0 mi) from Laginha BeachAccommodates: 3
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Host:
sergio was a really nice hostsergio i a very nice host and a really kind personhe was also very helpful in letting us use his personal workspace for a job interviewsergio is a really good host - he organized us trip around all the citysergio is a great host helpful with many tips for mindelo and santo antaoLocation:
a very central convenient place with a very friendly and helpful hostRead more reviewsCleanliness:
the place is clean and quietsergio is very kind and funny his house is very clean and comfortablethe apartment is nice located clean and spacioushis house is clean with a nice kitchen and patio in a quiet area
Invitation to relax
Cape Verde may not be on the top of the list of must-go island nations, but it certainly has its draws. From pristine beaches to untouched lands, from charming villages to pretty cities like Mindelo, Cape Verde is an invitation to relax and enjoy an idyllic life. So grab those sunscreens and sunglasses, and head off to this tropical heaven and book any of these Airbnb rentals for a delightful vacation.
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