Title: The Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=95059665&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Retreat Mountain serenity meets local flavor at The Retreat, where breakfast showcases regional cuisine and the rooftop terrace delivers panoramic views worth savoring ## Photo gallery for The Retreat ![Outdoor pool - The Retreat (Ribeira Grande)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95060000/95059700/95059665/759fcd9c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Panoramic Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, bed sheets - The Retreat (Ribeira Grande)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95060000/95059700/95059665/d651a903.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free daily local cuisine breakfast - The Retreat (Ribeira Grande)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95060000/95059700/95059665/38b12a69.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - The Retreat (Ribeira Grande)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95060000/95059700/95059665/6d2267f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - The Retreat (Ribeira Grande)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95060000/95059700/95059665/56272ebc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Retreat offers a peaceful mountain escape with locally-sourced breakfast specialties. Enjoy spectacular mountain vistas from the rooftop terrace and relax by the outdoor pool. Nature enthusiasts will love the nearby reserve. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Bar - Laundry room £48 includes taxes & fees 8 Mar - 9 Mar ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Feb 28 - Mar 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=95059665&PinnedHotelID=95059665&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=95059665&PinnedHotelID=95059665&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar 1 - Mar 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=95059665&PinnedHotelID=95059665&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=95059665&PinnedHotelID=95059665&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Mar 6 - Mar 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=95059665&PinnedHotelID=95059665&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=95059665&PinnedHotelID=95059665&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Mar 13 - 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161 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Panoramic Double Room ![Panoramic Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95060000/95059700/95059665/8133801f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Panoramic Double Room ### Highlights Hypo-allergenic bedding Separate bedroom Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Desk Wardrobe Mobile key entry - Mountain view - 215 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room ![Deluxe Triple Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95060000/95059700/95059665/41a8b3a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Triple Room ### Highlights Hypo-allergenic bedding Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Wardrobe Mobile key entry - Mountain view - 377 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Double Room ![Comfort Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95060000/95059700/95059665/89e41d50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Double Room ### Highlights Hypo-allergenic bedding Separate bedroom Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Wardrobe Mobile key entry - Mountain view - 377 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Mountain View ![Basic Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Mountain View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95060000/95059700/95059665/613fbdba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Mountain View ### Highlights Hypo-allergenic bedding Separate bedroom Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Wardrobe Mobile key entry - Mountain view - 377 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 9 - 3 Single Bunk Beds, 1 Large Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Double Room ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95060000/95059700/95059665/2dd3dbc9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Double Room ### Highlights Hypo-allergenic bedding Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Wardrobe Mobile key entry - Mountain view - 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[Visit our Ribeira Grande travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ribeira-Grande.dx3000377144) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C17.18206%2C-25.06587&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=NEh7l_W0k9pwr5bQPaAxKri_rpo=) Pinhão, Ribeira Grande, 1110 ### What's nearby - Cruzinha 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Chã da Igreja 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Ribeira Grande Beach 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Ponta do Sol Town Hall 5 min drive \- 3.2 miles - Ponta do Sol Church 5 min drive \- 3.2 miles ### Restaurants - Dinin'art 12 min walk - Caleta 6 min drive - Bellcantoo 3 min walk - Restaurante Beira Mar 5 min drive - O Curral 5 min drive ## About this property ### The Retreat Hotel in the mountains At The Retreat, you can look forward to free breakfast (local cuisine), a rooftop terrace and a garden. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - An outdoor pool - Tour/ticket information and a nature reserve Other amenities include: - Bathrooms with rainfall showers and shampoo - Wardrobes/cupboards and housekeeping ### Awards and affiliations Eco-certified property This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy. ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108400000/108397000/108396932/c97bdbde.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mansa Marina Hotel São Vicente - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included 8.0 Very good 70 reviews £102 includes taxes & fees 7 Mar - 8 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-07&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=108396932&PinnedHotelID=108396932&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11870000/11866700/11866626/69753325.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Xaguate São Filipe - 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Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Food and drink - Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Snack bar/deli ### Things to do - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Outdoor pool - Snack bar/deli ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping on request - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Garden - In a nature reserve - In the mountains - Rooftop terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 3 steps to reach entrance - Upper floors accessible by stairs only ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Hypo-allergenic bedding ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### More - Mobile key entry ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 7:30 PM Early check-in subject to availability Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Renovations and closures The property is closed between 22 December and 4 January. The property is closed: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: CVE 276.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 17 years of age. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as The Retreat Hotel The Retreat Ribeira Grande The Retreat Hotel Ribeira Grande ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Retreat have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Retreat? ### Is The Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Retreat? ### What time is check-in at The Retreat? ### What time is check-out at The Retreat? ### Where is The Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Retreat Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.4 Cleanliness ### 7.8 Amenities ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 8.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 6/10 Okay #### Helena 12 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service The breakfast and dinner were great. The location is good but difficult to reach the rooms were very humid, would be nice to have at a fan in the rooms. ##### Helena Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tonje 16 Dec 2023 Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort Beautiful place, nice and helpfull staff and good food. ##### Tonje Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carmelo 12 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The Retreat is truly a special place. The way to the hotel might be quite difficult but it really deserces it. Every detail is thoughtful and genuine, and the care from the staff really sets this hotel apart. The food is exceptional—everything is delicious and clearly handmade with love. Breakfast is a real highlight: all the dishes are freshly prepared, and even the fruit comes straight from their own trees. The Retreat itself is incredibly beautiful, peaceful, and relaxing, making it the perfect place to slow down and unwind. ##### Carmelo Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helena 9 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Beautiful place on a beautiful island The views are fantastic. The beds the best. A perfect retreat if you want tranquility and calm. The staff are very friendly and helpful. We can highly recommend this place! ##### Helena Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marcus 14 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Das Panorama Zimmer! Herrlich ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/12cd0df5-5eac-401d-ab8d-7c2dfd5bf78e-1768400137102.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Marcus Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026 ### 8/10 Good #### Maja 20 Dec 2025 Liked: Staff & service Das war jeden tag super aber teuer Ist weiter zu empfehlen ##### Maja Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Philippe 10 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Vérifiez bien la localisation Hotel situé à Pinhão, un hameau isolé dans les montagnes à 15-20 mn en taxi (10€) de Ribeira Grande, puis 10 mn de marche sur chemins et escaliers (la localisation sur la carte qui le positionne au centre de Ribeira Grande est trompeuse). Transport collectif à partir de la route à 7h-7h30, petit déjeuner servi à 8h30: il faut choisir. Pour moi qui étais sur l’île pour la découvrir et faire des randos, les contraintes ne compensent vraiment pas le lieu, plus adapté pour des séjours plus sédentaires. ##### Philippe Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### SANDRINE 30 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Merveilleux lieu, mais vigilance 💰 ! Le lieu est magique et insolite. Les chambres jolies et la piscine très propre. Les espaces communs propices à la convivialité. Tom sait accueillir et/mais aussi businessman 💰 5 bémols concernant la volonté de communiquer sur 1/la situation géographique et l'accès : 600 m de montée, dont env 10 min forcément à pied par un sentier puis 77 marches. Attention ggl donne une autre adresse au centre ville à 4 km (le gérant au courant) 2/l'absence de commerces ou de possibilité de restauration aux alentours (autrement dit "vente forcée"), 3/ les tarifs des prestations de restauration et bar élevés ne sont ni affichés, ni communiqués. Piégeant et source de litige. Ex: un verre servi par Tom le gérant , et 1/2 bouteille notée que j''ai payé car erreur non reconnue. J'ai fait confiance à tort. 4/ Le personnel féminin est triste, distant ou très mal à l'aise, et l'application traduction portugais est nécessaire pour communiquer. Ce qui laisse planer des doutes sur le climat interne. Dommage pour un si bel endroit. ##### SANDRINE Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simon 24 Nov 2024 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Un séjour hors du temps À la lecture de certains commentaires nous avons eu quelques inquiétudes MAIS IL N’EN EST RIEN, FONCEZ !!! Tom le propriétaire a créé quelque chose d’exceptionnel dans cet établissement reculé au sommet d’une vallée agricole cap-verdienne. Nous avons séjourné dans la « suite maracuja » et chaque réveil fut un régal, un véritable tableau! Les petits déjeuners et dîners en groupe sont un plaisir pour échanger sur nos diverses aventures et échanger des tonnes de conseils. Il faut bien comprendre que l’établissement se trouve au milieu de nulle part il y aura donc des petits «désagréments» (si on peut appeler ça comme ça) tels que des problèmes d’acheminement d’eau dans la chambre, un wifi capricieux et le chemin pour s’y rendre peut paraître ardu pour les personnes avec une mauvaise condition physique. Mais ce ne sont que 160 marches à gravir depuis l’endroit où s’arrêtent les taxis. Bref mon commentaire n’est pas assez dithyrambique tellement l’expérience à the retreat est nécessaire à un voyage au cap vert ! - seul minuscule bémol les joints de la cabine de douche qui sont à refaire entraînant un écoulement dans la salle de bain ![Vue la nuit de la suite maracuja](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/91DFF7A7ACB074F50BF3C9E311AC5DED652C0A9D1732485279397.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![The retreat vu de loin ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/24D373540B1C5D48B898FFA6B62E268556C31F871732485281412.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Ma piscine de nuit](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/FE2C27AD907FE5BACC7B13908F0DB7506C1925521732485279764.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Simon Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Karl 6 Mar 2024 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Die Unterkunft liegt weit abseits von einer Ortschaft. Sie ist noch nicht einmal bis vor die Haustür per Taxi erreichbar!! Auch das Taxi für 10 Euro pro Fahrt braucht ca. 20 Minuten ab der nächst gelegenen Stadt...dann geht es noch einmal ca. 15 Minuten zu Fuß, bevor man im Hotel angekommen ist... Wenn man irgendwo hin will - ausser beim loswandern vom Hotel und dorthin zurückwandern schlägt das immer mit ca. 1,5 h (hin und zurück) zu Buche und 20 Euro fürs Taxi... Frühstück ist immer dasselbe, Catchuba Omlet und Kaffee kein Obst....als Dessert zum Abendessen immer nur Sahneeis.... Der Preis ist viel zu hoch mehr als eine Nacht würde ich nur hartgesottenen Wanderern empfehlen... ##### Karl Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 4 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Prima hotel, fantastisch gelegen. Zwembad is leeg Hotel ligt op een geweldige lokatie. Ontbijt was goed. Omdat het een reis is van Ribeira Grande naar het hotel moet je in de avond wel in het hotel eten en het avond eten is prima. Één minpunt en dat is dat er in het zwembad geen water zat. Dat gebeurt vaker in de ‘droge tijd’ vertelde de manager mij, maar dat moeten ze dan wel duidelijk vermelden. Een verfrissende duik is er dus niet altijd bij…. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tommy 2 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wir haben 5 Nächte dort verbracht und haben die Ruhe abseits der Stadt sehr genossen. Wir waren froh, dass uns von der Unterkunft die Möglichkeit angeboten wurde, unser Gepäck mit Hilfe eines Mitarbeiters zur Unterkunft zu tragen. Nur mit Rucksack wären die Stufen kein Problem gewesen, mit Reisekoffern ist es ohne Hilfe jedoch mühsam. In der Unterkunft gibt es die Möglichkeit, 3 warme Mahlzeiten am Tag zu einem guten Preis zu bekommen. Der Koch war super und hat jeden Tag ein anderes, leckeres Essen gezaubert. Mit dem Taxi kommt man innerhalb von 15 Minuten runter nach Ribeira Grande. Auf Wunsch organisiert die herzliche Gastgeberin auch gerne Transfers zu verschiedenen Orten der Insel (Cova de Paúl, Cruzinha, Ponta do Sol...) und wer einfach nur entspannen möchte, ist hier bestens aufgehoben. 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