Hotel Principal
Property class: 2.5
Mountain hotel in Tarrafal with 2 beach bars and restaurant
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Hotel Principal is a great choice for a stay in Tarrafal. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the 2 beach bars are nice spots to grab a drink at the end of the day. A bar/lounge and a terrace are other highlights.
Reviews
7.87.8 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Laundry facilities
Main amenities (12)
Main amenities (12)
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Near the beach
- Restaurant and 2 beach bars
- Bar/lounge
- Room service
- Terrace
- Communal living room
- ATM/banking services
- Vending machine
- Refrigerator in a common area
- Laundry service
- Self-serve laundry
Feel at home (5)
Feel at home (5)
- Terrace
- Laundry facilities
- Cable TV service
- Charcoal grill(s)
- Free self parking
The current price is $38
$38
$55 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
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Comfort Double Room
- City view
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
- Free WiFi
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Basic Room
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
- Free WiFi
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Basic Room, Non Smoking, Courtyard View
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
- Free WiFi
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Family Triple Room
- Mountain view
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Double Bed
- Free WiFi
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Family Studio Suite
- City view
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
- Free WiFi
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Comfort Double Room
- City view
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
- Free WiFi
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Family Quadruple Room
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 4
- 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
- Free WiFi
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Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms
- Mountain view
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 5
- 1 Twin Bed and 2 Double Beds
- Free WiFi
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Basic Triple Room, 1 Bedroom
- City view
- 23 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 3
- 3 Twin Beds
- Free WiFi
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Comfort Studio Suite
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
- Free WiFi
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Basic Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, City View
- City view
- 14 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
- Free WiFi
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Family Apartment, Mountain View
- Mountain view
- 46 sq m
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 6
- 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds
- Free WiFi
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Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View
- City view
- 12 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
- Free WiFi
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Basic Twin Room, Non Smoking
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
- Free WiFi
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Basic Twin Room
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
- Free WiFi
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Basic Double or Twin Room
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
- Free WiFi
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Basic Room
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
- Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Rua Liceu, Tarrafal, Santiago, 7110
What's nearby
- 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
- Divecenter Santiago - 10 min walk
- Hola Orla - 4 min walk
- Restaurant Malagueta - 4 min walk
About this property
Hotel Principal
- Hotel Principal is a great choice for a stay in Tarrafal. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the 2 beach bars are nice spots to grab a drink at the end of the day. A bar/lounge and a terrace are other highlights.
At a glance
Hotel size
- 14 rooms
- Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
- Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
- Contactless check-in available
- Early check-in subject to availability
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is noon
- Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
- The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
- To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
- Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Required at check-in
- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
- No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
Parking
- Free secured, uncovered onsite self parking
Other information
- Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
- Free continental breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
- 2 beach bars
- Restaurant
- Bar/lounge
- Charcoal grills
- Shared refrigerator
- Room service (limited hours)
What to do
- Beach nearby
Services
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Dry cleaning/laundry services
- Luggage storage
- Wedding services
Facilities
- ATM/banking
- Picnic area
- Terrace
- Television in common areas
- Communal living room
- Art gallery on site
- Shopping mall on site
- Lockers available
- Reception hall
- Outdoor entertainment area
- Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
- Handrails in stairways
- Stairway handrail height (inches): 1
- Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Tile flooring in public areas
- Tile flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
- 32-inch Smart TV
- Cable TV channels
Sleep well
- Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
- Individually decorated
Freshen up
- Rainfall showerhead
- Shower only
- Soap
- Hair dryer (on request)
- Towels
- Toilet paper
Stay connected
- Desk
- Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
Food and drink
- Meal delivery service
More
- Housekeeping on request
- Water-efficient toilets only
- Mobile key entry
- Guidebooks/recommendations
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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.
Optional extras
- Late check-in between 10:00 AM and 1:00 AM can be arranged for an extra charge
- Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Hotel Principal Hotel
Hotel Principal Tarrafal
Hotel Principal Hotel Tarrafal
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Hotel Principal?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Principal?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Principal?
You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in is available.
What is there to do at Hotel Principal and nearby?
Hotel Principal has 2 beach bars and a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Principal?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Hotel Principal like?
Hotel Principal is in the heart of Tarrafal, a short 4-minute walk from Tarrafal Beach.
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