Hotel Cruz Grande-Brava, Vila Nova Sintra ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Rua Principal #1, Vila Nova Sintra, Cape Verde

Hotel Cruz Grande-Brava offers 3-star accommodation with a bar, rooftop terrace, and restaurant serving international cuisine. Guests benefit from free WiFi, a continental breakfast, and a 24-hour front desk service.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Hotel Cruz Grande-Brava include amenities such as free WiFi and private bathrooms equipped with showers and free toiletries. Some accommodations feature city views, balconies, and seating areas, enhancing the comfort of the stay.

Dining Options

The restaurant on-site serves a variety of international dishes, ensuring guests can experience local cuisine. A bar/lounge area is also available for relaxation.

Services & Facilities

Hotel Cruz Grande-Brava features a shared lounge and is smoke-free. Additional services include room service, free self-parking, and laundry services for a convenient stay.

Location & Transportation

The property is located 18.5 miles from Sao Filipe Airport. Nearby transportation options include Aluguer para Faja de Agua bus station, which is a 6-minute walk from the hotel.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Single Room

Max:

1 person

10 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Shower

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Deluxe Suite Sea View

Max:

2 persons

24 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Sea view

Shower

Balcony

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Budget Double Room

Max:

2 persons

12 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

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Getting around

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City Centre

Vila Nova Sintra200 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Cozy and Clean

“The room was incredibly cozy and spotlessly clean, providing the perfect retreat after a long day.” view full review

Delicious Meals

“Breakfast was a good start to the day, and dinner was consistently delicious, making our evenings enjoyable.” view full review

Super Comfortable Bed

“The bed was exceptionally comfortable, ensuring we had restful nights throughout our stay.” view full review

Spacious and Inviting

“The room had a lovely, spacious feel, especially with the great view from the front-facing windows.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Parking
24-hour reception
No pets allowed

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Sitting area
Terrace
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Rua Principal #1, Vila Nova Sintra, Cape Verde

Map view

Rua Principal #1, Vila Nova Sintra, Cape Verde

City landmarks

Mercado Municip

620 m

Miradouro de Mato Grande

800 m

Miradouro Santa Maria

1.1 km

Igreja do Serrado

1.5 km

Igreja

1.5 km

Igreja Adventista do Septimo Dias

1.7 km

Igreja de Mato Grande

2.0 km

Miradouro

2.1 km

Miradouro MiraBeleza

2.1 km

Igreja "Avedomar Estrela"

2.4 km

Clube

2.5 km

Monte Fontainhas

3.2 km

Miradouro Mato Grande

2.6 km

Igreja Nossa Senhora do Monte

2.6 km

Faja d'Agua

2.6 km

Nova Sintra

2.6 km

Nossa Senhora de Boa Viagem

2.7 km

Island

Ilheu da Areia

4.3 km

Farol Ponta Jalunga Lighthouse

3.3 km

Miradouro MiraGraciosa

3.3 km

Os Emigrantes

3.9 km

Nearby

Nova Sintra

Eplanada

500 m

Miradouro de Cutelo Mentira

580 m

Igreja do Nazareno

590 m

Restaurants

Vila Luanda

140 m

Restaurant

Casthelo

180 m

Rua Padre Piu

O Poeta

170 m

Restaurant

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

82%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Splendid sea view

Excellent service

Poor sound isolation

Basic dining options

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

7.8

Location

9.9

Service

8.9

Dining

6.8

Lawrence

United States, October 2024

8.0/10

The hotel offers a beautiful sea view and the rooms are splendid, but the sound isolation could be better. The staff is friendly and very helpful, making our stay enjoyable. While the dining options felt a bit basic, the overall experience was pleasant. The location is great for island walks and enjoying the beach, making it a good value for the price.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were splendid with a beautiful sea view, but the sound isolation wasn't ideal.

Service

9.0

The staff were lovely and certainly ready to make our stay beautiful. Their assistance was excellent.

Location

10.0

The location is perfect for walks on the island and close to the beach.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were a little basic unless you ask for something extra, but the cakes were delightful.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities provided are decent and fulfill basic needs.

William

United States, October 2024

8.6/10

I had a wonderful experience at the hotel, which offered a stunning sea view and clean, comfortable rooms. The staff were friendly and provided great service that made my stay enjoyable. On the downside, the dining options were a bit basic unless you specifically requested more. Overall, it's a great value for the location, but some amenities could be improved.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and had a splendid sea view, making my stay very comfortable.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent; the staff were attentive but never intrusive, always ready to make my stay beautiful.

Location

10.0

The location was perfect for long walks on the island, providing easy access to beautiful scenery.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were a little basic unless you asked for something additional, but the food was plentiful.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel's facilities were modern and well-maintained, contributing to a relaxing stay.

Robert

United Kingdom, October 2024

8.4/10

The hotel offers a splendid sea view from the rooms, which can make for a really enjoyable stay, though the sound isolation isn't perfect. The service is excellent, with helpful and friendly staff ready to assist. The location is perfect for serene walks on the island, making it a nice getaway. Overall, while I truly appreciated the experience, the lack of soundproofing in the rooms left something to be desired.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms had a splendid sea view, which was lovely, but they didn't isolate sound very well.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent; the staff was helpful, friendly, and attentive without being intrusive.

Location

9.0

The location is great for walks on the island, offering a peaceful atmosphere.

Dining

Facilities

Splendid sea view

Poor sound isolation

Dan

United Kingdom, October 2024

8.4/10

I had a splendid stay in Cape Verde! The hotel boasted clean and comfortable rooms, and the staff was incredibly friendly. I loved the great location for walks on the island, but I did find the dining options a bit basic unless you requested something extra. The amenities were decent, but not ideal for everyone. Overall, it was a good value for money, despite a few downsides.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, but they didn't isolate sound very well.

Service

9.0

The staff were attentive and certainly ready to make our stay beautiful; they were excellent and very nice.

Location

10.0

The location was excellent for enjoying walks around the island.

Dining

7.0

The dining was plentiful but a little basic if you don't ask for anything additional.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were nice although there’s always room for improvement.

Richard

United States, July 2024

8.2/10

The hotel offers a splendid sea view, providing a comfortable stay overall. The staff were attentive and friendly, which I truly appreciated. However, the sound isolation in the rooms could be improved as it wasn't ideal. I also noticed that the amenities, although decent, didn't fully meet my expectations for a luxurious stay.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms with a sea view were splendid, but the sound isolation wasn't the best.

Service

9.0

The staff were certainly ready to make our stay beautiful—attentive, but never intrusive. They were really lovely.

Location

10.0

The location is perfect for walks on the island, making it very convenient.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience had mouth-watering dishes, however, breakfast timing at 6:15 wasn't ideal, and there could be better options included in the price.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were nice, but I expected more luxurious amenities.

John

United Kingdom, July 2024

8.4/10

I had a splendid stay at this hotel, enjoying a beautiful sea view from my room. The staff were really friendly and attentive, which made my experience even better. Although the dining options were a bit basic, there was plenty of food available. The location is perfect for walks around the island, adding extra charm to my trip.

Rooms

9.0

The room was clean and comfortable with a fantastic sea view.

Service

8.0

The staff were really helpful and attentive, but never intrusive.

Location

10.0

The location is ideal for enjoyable walks around the island.

Dining

7.0

The dining was plentiful but a bit basic unless you ask for more.

Facilities

8.0

Facilities were well-maintained, adding to the overall comfort of the stay.

Gary

United States, June 2024

8.4/10

My stay at the hotel was quite enjoyable, with clean and comfortable accommodations and very friendly staff. However, the dining options felt a bit basic, and the sound isolation in the rooms wasn't the best. Overall, I found the location great for exploring the island, and the value for money was quite reasonable.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were splendid but didn't isolate sound very well.

Service

9.0

The staff were excellent and always ready to help us have a beautiful stay.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was perfect for walks on the island.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were plentiful, but a bit basic unless you requested something additional.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were modern and comfortable.

Pamela

United Kingdom, June 2024

8.8/10

The hotel is located perfectly for exploring the island, making it a very convenient spot. My room had a beautiful sea view, and overall, it was comfortable and clean. However, the sound isolation wasn’t great, which was a bit of a letdown. The staff were friendly and attentive, always there to help without being intrusive.

Rooms

8.0

My room was comfortable with a stunning sea view, though the sound isolation could have been better.

Service

9.0

The staff were attentive and very nice, always ready to make our stay beautiful.

Location

10.0

The location was fantastic for taking long walks around the island.

Dining

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had great amenities, though I didn't use them all; they seemed well-maintained.

Helen

United Kingdom, June 2024

7.8/10

The hotel had a splendid sea view and was quite comfortable. The location was perfect for walking around the island. However, the sound isolation in the rooms could be better, and I felt the dining options were a bit basic unless you asked for something special. Overall, it was a good stay, but not without its drawbacks.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were splendid with a beautiful sea view but didn't isolate sound very well.

Service

9.0

The staff was attentive and ready to make our stay beautiful, which really enhanced our experience.

Location

10.0

The location was excellent for walks on the island.

Dining

6.0

Dining was a little basic, and if you didn't ask for anything additional, it felt limited.

Facilities

7.0

The amenities were decent, but nothing particularly luxurious stood out.

Tom

United States, May 2024

8.4/10

The hotel offered splendid views and was in a fantastic location for walks, making it perfect for me during my stay in Cape Verde. While the rooms were comfortable and had a lovely sea view, I did notice that sound isolation wasn't perfect. The service was excellent and the staff were very attentive and friendly. However, the dining options were a bit basic unless you requested additional items. Overall, it was a great experience with a few minor areas for improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were quite splendid and had a beautiful sea view, though they didn't isolate sound very well.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, with attentive staff who were ready to make my stay beautiful.

Location

10.0

The location was perfect for walks on the island, adding to my overall enjoyment.

Dining

7.0

The dining was a little basic unless I asked for more, but it was still plentiful and included in the price.