Title: Barlavento Islands Travel Guide: Best of Barlavento Islands, Africa Travel 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Barlavento Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Barlavento-Islands-Hotels.d3000655922.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Barlavento Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Barlavento-Islands-Holiday-Rentals.d3000655922.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Barlavento Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Barlavento-Islands.d3000655922.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Barlavento Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Barlavento-Islands.d3000655922.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Barlavento Islands Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Barlavento-Islands.d3000655922.Car-Hire-Guide)[Barlavento Islands Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Barlavento-Islands.d3000655922.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Barlavento Islands Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Photo provided by Expedia](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/71000/71287-Mindelo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Expedia](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/71000/71287-Mindelo.jpg) ![Barlavento Islands](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/8a7717283e965a22904e7070fedb771b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Barlavento Islands](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/0a04123ad8243af796c4cd3f9c9d1321.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Barlavento Islands](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/d23baab55a2c6953f8ccf3c9ee4d851d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Barlavento Islands](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/d7a08879048246f4f8974a59c8ab69f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Barlavento Islands Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Barlavento Islands ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f70f12af6310cb5e5ce9b473c1d58624.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Terra Branca While Terra Branca may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Estadio da Varzea and Market. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Praia-Terra-Branca.dx553248635976400103) - Top hotels in Barlavento Islands - Top Holiday Rentals in Barlavento Islands ![Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1050000/1044300/1044276/w1021h683x3y0-05de87a1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel Prainha, Cidade Da Praia, Praia, Santiago £122 28 Sept - 29 Sept includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Praia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (252 reviews) "O" Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F09%2F2025&endDate=29%2F09%2F2025&selected=1044276&PinnedHotelID=1044276&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000655922) ![Ouril Hotel Mindelo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100160000/100157000/100156975/f710acc6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ouril Hotel Mindelo Avenida Marginal, 5968640, São Vicente, São Vicente £82 23 Sept - 24 Sept includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in São Vicente. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Mindelo Marina and Pont ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (93 reviews) "Breakfast" Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F09%2F2025&endDate=24%2F09%2F2025&selected=100156975&PinnedHotelID=100156975&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000655922) ![Melia Llana Beach Resort & Spa - All Inclusive - Adults Only](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15960000/15954600/15954567/22892e0e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Melia Llana Beach Resort & Spa - All Inclusive - Adults Only Urbanização da Cabocan, ZDTI de Ponta Preta, Sal £219 20 Sept - 21 Sept includes taxes & fees Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Sal. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (119 reviews) "I had a very good experience. The staff were very attentive and professional and nice." Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F09%2F2025&endDate=21%2F09%2F2025&selected=15954567&PinnedHotelID=15954567&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000655922) [See all 873 properties in Barlavento Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=20%2F09%2F2025&endDate=21%2F09%2F2025®ionId=3000655922) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Agua Hotels Sal Vila Verde Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9480000/9477800/9477785/1c789e6b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Agua Hotels Sal Vila Verde Resort Santa Maria, Sal Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Sal. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition ... 7.8/10 Good! (92 reviews) "The resort have couple of restaurants, a supermarket and a beach. You can take a bus or rent a car, but this is a walking distance from downtown. Overall value is excellent." Reviewed on 7 Nov 2024 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sal-Hotels-Agua-Hotels-Sal-Vila-Verde-Resort.h9477785.Hotel-Information) ![Las Rochas Mindelo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15240000/15237500/15237496/bae9d5d2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Las Rochas Mindelo Lazareto, Mindelo, São Vicente Stay at this beach aparthotel in São Vicente. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Fish Market and Torre de Belém are located ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (19 reviews) Great flats with great views! "Wonderful aparthotel in a superb location." Reviewed on 24 Mar 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sao-Vicente-Hotels-Las-Rochas-Mindelo.h15237496.Hotel-Information) ![Branco Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96180000/96172900/96172892/dd425018_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Branco Suites Santa Maria, Sal, Sal Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Sal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and concierge services. Popular attractions Santa Maria Pier and Santa Maria Town ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (13 reviews) "Our stay was very good. The staff is super helpful and the location of the apartment is great. It is not far from the beach and is in a quiet zone. Totally recommend!" Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sal-Hotels-Branco-Suites.h96172892.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Barlavento Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=3000655922&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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You can enjoy the bars while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Maria-Beach-Cape-Verde.d6101592.Attraction) ![Santa Maria Pier](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/4169b4dc4557ee18a28083e90addfeb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Maria Pier 4/5(21 reviews) You can find out about the history of Santa Maria with a stop at Santa Maria Pier. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Maria-Pier-Sal.d553248635975607508.Attraction) ![Ponta Preta](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/37a0766f4a54fc6cc7354e2aa0b2aa8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ponta Preta 4/5(10 reviews) You can find out about the history of Santa Maria when you stop by Ponta Preta. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ponta-Preta-Sal.d553248635975607507.Attraction) #### Mindelo Marina 3/5(1 review) Explore the waterfront in Mindelo with a trip to Mindelo Marina. Wander the waterfront or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mindelo-Marina-Sao-Vicente.d553248621558095795.Attraction) #### Estoril Beach 5/5(2 reviews) Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Estoril Beach during your trip to Sal Rei? Wander the seaside and beaches in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Estoril-Beach-Cape-Verde.d553248635975930421.Attraction) #### Santa Maria Town Square 4/5(17 reviews) You can find out about the history of Santa Maria when you stop by Santa Maria Town Square. Stroll along this relaxing area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Maria-Town-Square-Sal.d6326952.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Découvrez le Mana durant la traversée de Tahiti en 4x4 Safari](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46297874/1ee051a4-b6c0-4385-b500-fe974a1826d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Découvrez le Mana durant la traversée de Tahiti en 4x4 Safari £100 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/decouvrez-le-mana-durant-la-traversee-de-tahiti-en-4x4-safari.a46297874.activity-details) ![Aboard Aorai, Tiare Miti's catamaran ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49329359/f22dd86b-2ee8-47be-aea8-9099e7ea8c1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sunset sailing trip on the Lagoon of Tahiti £93 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sunset-sailing-trip-on-the-lagoon-of-tahiti.a49329359.activity-details) ![Papeete Market Place](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46987400/536598c9-22af-4105-94fa-6a861adaf5e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Papeete Market Place £147 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/papeete-market-place.a46987400.activity-details) ![Former Colonial Hospital](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1699425/1c194e39-d3c0-4de1-98f2-419434f7ff58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Papeete Walking Tour - Tahiti £43 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/papeete-walking-tour-tahiti.a1699425.activity-details) ![Swim with sea turtles](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49158761/ac6d65d0-88e7-48ef-ac1e-b5b6bb9fe06f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Snorkeling picnic in 5 hours with lunch in Tahiti £167 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/snorkeling-picnic-in-5-hours-with-lunch-in-tahiti.a49158761.activity-details) ![New best of Tahiti ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45907208/33dd303d-3bd4-4ff8-b6de-4917c366e123.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### New best of Tahiti £146 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/new-best-of-tahiti.a45907208.activity-details) [See all activities in Barlavento Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Barlavento-Islands.d3000655922.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Barlavento Islands ![Boa Vista](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/19ebd423ba87703b2c22a7008cb9ff2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Boa Vista [](https://expedia.co.uk/Boa-Vista.dx730) ![Praia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/903f497cfda925311336f2a83f0ad244.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Praia [](https://expedia.co.uk/Praia.dx2936) ![Sal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/8a7717283e965a22904e7070fedb771b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sal [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sal.dx3164) ![São Vicente](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/d23baab55a2c6953f8ccf3c9ee4d851d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### São Vicente [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sao-Vicente.dx3751) - Cities near Barlavento Islands [Boa Vista](https://expedia.co.uk/Boa-Vista.dx730)[Maio](https://expedia.co.uk/Maio.dx2367)[Praia](https://expedia.co.uk/Praia.dx2936)[Sal](https://expedia.co.uk/Sal.dx3164)[São Vicente](https://expedia.co.uk/Sao-Vicente.dx3751)[Mindelo](https://expedia.co.uk/Mindelo.dx6060459)[Santa Maria](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Maria.dx6084955)[Pedra Badejo](https://expedia.co.uk/Pedra-Badejo.dx6085479)[Sal Rei](https://expedia.co.uk/Sal-Rei.dx6123505)[Porto Novo](https://expedia.co.uk/Porto-Novo.dx6177719)[São Filipe](https://expedia.co.uk/Sao-Filipe.dx6339027)[Cidade Velha](https://expedia.co.uk/Cidade-Velha.dx6360684)[Salamansa](https://expedia.co.uk/Salamansa.dx3000001182)[Rabil](https://expedia.co.uk/Rabil.dx3000001185)[Paul](https://expedia.co.uk/Paul.dx3000001186)[Calhau](https://expedia.co.uk/Calhau.dx3000001192)[Beirona](https://expedia.co.uk/Beirona.dx3000001195)[Murdeira](https://expedia.co.uk/Murdeira.dx3000395331)[Espargos](https://expedia.co.uk/Espargos.dx3000464192)[Ribeira da Barca](https://expedia.co.uk/Ribeira-Da-Barca.dx3000467709)[Tarrafal de Sao Nicolau](https://expedia.co.uk/Tarrafal-De-Sao-Nicolau.dx553248626206132634) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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