Hotel Vip Praia
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Hotel Vip Praia Review
Offering a cash machine and a currency exchange, Hotel Vip Praia is nestled about a 5-minute walk from Cruz de Papa Recreation Center and around 16 minutes' walk from University of Cape Verde. Boasting a location right off the Tiny Quebra Canela Crescent-Shaped Beach, the hotel includes 176 rooms along with a Jacuzzi and a massage chair.
Monseigneur is an à la carte restaurant specialised in African cuisine.
The accommodation is placed about 10 km from Nelson Mandela International airport and at a 2.8 km distance from such cultural venues as Amilcar Cabral Cultural Center. Praia Archaeology Museum is close enough to the Vip, while Shopping bus stop is nearly a 5-minute walk away.
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Praia da Cova Figueira, which is nearly 12 minutes' walk away. The 4-star Hotel Vip Praia is 2.5 km from Praia Presidential Palace and other main attractions of Praia.
Some of the air-conditioned rooms are appointed with sound-proofed windows, and such self-catering options as a mini fridge bar and tea/coffee making equipment. For more comfort, hair dryers and free toiletries together with a spa bathtub and a separate toilet are provided. The units also face the sea.
Beach facilities at the Vip Praia include a sunbed and parasols. This property features a spa salon for guests to relax in. The accommodation also provides a business centre for those arriving on business.
Impressions
Positives and negatives
- Stylish hip new hotel with restaurants and bars.
- Unbeatable location just 5 minutes' walk from Praia Shopping.
- Beautifully maintained and nice styled units with an air conditioner and a fridge.
- Good food in the in-house restaurant.
- Excellent service provided.
- Rates are excellent.
- Occasional complaints about horrible beds.
- A few staff members seemed not very friendly to some vacationers.
Key Features
- free wifi
- airport shuttle
- free parking
- spa
- 24-hour front desk
- fitness center
- restaurant
- non-smoking rooms
- room service
- bar
Rooms
Facilities
Facilities
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Rooms
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Dining facilities
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Shops/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
Relax
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Spa & wellness centre
- Jacuzzi
- Beauty treatment
- Massage
- Fitness centre
Activities for Kids
- Cots
- Children's buffet
- Children's pool
Reviews
Location
Landmarks nearby
- Praia Presidential Palace 2.58 km (1.60 mi.)
- Avenida 5 de Julho 2.27 km (1.41 mi.)
- Quebra Canela 360 m (1181 ft)
- Praia Archaeology Museum 2.21 km (1.37 mi.)
- Estadio Nacional de Cabo Verde 1.58 km (5184 ft)
- Ethnography Museum 2.32 km (1.44 mi.)
- Ilheu de Santa Maria 1.40 km (4593 ft)
- Monumento de Diogo Gomes 2.41 km (1.50 mi.)