A 18-minute walk from Cova Figueira Beach in Praia, Mendes Guesthouse - Former B&B In the heart of Praia provides accommodations with access to beauty services. The property is around 1.1 miles from Praia de Quebra Canela, 1.3 miles from Praia de Gamboa, and a 5-minute walk from Cabo Verde University. The accommodation features an elevator, a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests. The units have a fully equipped kitchen with dining area, a microwave, kettle, and a fridge. Each room has a coffee machine, a shared bathroom, and free Wifi, while some rooms include a balcony and some have city views. At the guest house, each unit has bed linen and towels. Guests can stay active with the fitness classes held in house. You can play darts at the guest house. Guests can also relax on the sun terrace. Jean Piaget University of Cape Verde is 1.4 miles from Mendes Guesthouse - Former B&B In the heart of Praia, while Cape Verde National Library is 1.8 miles away. Nelson Mandela International Airport is 3.7 miles from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
3 twin beds
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
and
1 futon bed
1 twin bed
Bedroom 1
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
1 twin bed
and
2 bunk beds
Bedroom 4
3 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.0
High score for Praia

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sophie
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Friendly. Good location. Clean and WiFi ok to work
  • Nadia
    France France
    L'accueil des hôtes est super, ils sont très gentils, disponible et agréables
  • V
    Vanessa
    France France
    Emplacement au ventre de toutes les commodités, plage à 20 mins à pied. Personnel très à l’écoute et très serviable
  • Marie-lilia
    Colombia Colombia
    La localisation, la facilité d'échange avec les hôtes et leurs disponibilités.
  • Fabien
    France France
    Très bon séjour, hôtes très accueillants et prêts toujours à aider ou donner des conseils. Logement propre, bien équipé, spacieux, deux salles de bain, cuisine bien équipée. Bien placé également, les plages et le centre sont accessibles à pied ou...
  • Vivien
    France France
    L'équipe est au top et cet hébergement se trouve dans un quartier animé de Praia
  • José
    Spain Spain
    Excelentes anfitriones los propietarios, comunicativos, carisma y trato especial, tranquilidad, limpieza y orden al 100%, super recomendable para visitar en Praia, repetiré con toda seguridad 👍😊👏👏👏

Area info

Amenities of Mendes Guesthouse - Former B&B In the heart of Praia
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Aerobics
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Darts

Living Area

  • Dining area

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
No parking available.

Services

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Baggage storage
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children

Safety & security

  • CCTV outside property
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Elevator
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Spa

  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness classes
  • Hairstyling
  • Hair coloring
  • Haircut
  • Hair treatments
  • Beauty services

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Portuguese

House rules
Mendes Guesthouse - Former B&B In the heart of Praia takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of CVE 2,000 is required on arrival. That's about $18. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
Debit cardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Mendes Guesthouse - Former B&B In the heart of Praia of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A damage deposit of CVE 2,000 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Mendes Guesthouse - Former B&B In the heart of Praia

  • Mendes Guesthouse - Former B&B In the heart of Praia offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Darts
    • Haircut
    • Beauty services
    • Hairstyling
    • Personal trainer
    • Hair coloring
    • Hair treatments
    • Fitness classes
    • Cooking class
    • Aerobics
  • Room options at Mendes Guesthouse - Former B&B In the heart of Praia include:

    • Triple
    • Family
    • Quad
    • Bed in Dorm
  • The nearest beach is 0.6 miles from Mendes Guesthouse - Former B&B In the heart of Praia. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Mendes Guesthouse - Former B&B In the heart of Praia may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Mendes Guesthouse - Former B&B In the heart of Praia is 1.2 miles from the center of Praia. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Mendes Guesthouse - Former B&B In the heart of Praia is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.