Xaguat tony Rodrigo Xaguate, 8220 São Filipe, Cape Verde
#5 of 20 hotels in São Filipe
Guests' ChoiceBased on 51 hotel reviews
8.5Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.1
Location
8.9
Facilities
8.4
Staff
9.1
Value for money
8.0
Free WiFi
7.5
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Reviewed: 9 July 2025
Babak
SwitzerlandAll Great!
The location of Fogo Boutique Hotel is spectacular. Right on the edge of the cliff overlooking the Atlantic. Just awesome. The swimming pool is edge-side as well. Perfection. Lounging around, reading, swimming, drinking beers. I stepped out our room five paces and played guitar with my legs dangling, lush greenery all around, overlooking the Magnificent Atlantic. Surreal. The photos we got are out of this world.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 29 May 2025
Hildegard
PortugalThe staff, the view, the room and the breakfast
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 8 May 2025
Maria
United KingdomI liked everything. Restaurante staff just could be a bit faster cooking.
From the staff to the beauty of the hotel and the breath taking views. The hotel food was very tasty.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 16 April 2025
Katrin
GermanyFantastic hotel, stunning view from the pool, food delicious and super friendly hotel staff.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 23 March 2025
Andrew
PortugalRestaurant not always open in evening
Very good breakfast. Beautiful location ,access very steep cobbled road.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 12 March 2025
Pamela
Cape VerdeAt first, we were a bit hesitant due to a few very harsh negative reviews, despite the majority being positive. That's why we wanted to share our own experience. We stayed in the Sal Room, the most affordable option at the hotel, and for €90, everything was perfect. The view alone was worth the price, not to mention the warm and genuinely welcoming staff, who seemed even happier to host us than we were to be there. Fogo Boutique Hotel is a small oasis on the island. While there are some limitations, it is undoubtedly the best option in the region. We will definitely be back!
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 22 February 2025
Maxence
FranceOur room was spacious and the staff was very friendly and respectful. And, above all, the view is purely amazing!
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 31 January 2025
Ricardo
Portugalnothing
The location the comfort the food and staff
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 30 January 2025
Chiara
United KingdomBreakfast food quality could increase. A bit overpriced compared to Fogo’s standards.
Loved the swimming pool area and the views. Staff is very professional and helpful. The hotel is spotless clean.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 27 January 2025
Anouk
BelgiumAmazing place ! The view, room, food and the service was perfect. I do really recommend this place!
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 3 January 2025
Wolfgang
AustriaVery friendly and helpful Team- Supported me a lot to make my stay successful. Great help to make my hiking tours possible
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 1 January 2025
Helmut
GermanyA wonderful oasis on top of the cliffs of Sao Filipe with a stunning view of Brava island. The crew headed by Pamela is friendly and nice and Pamela is the soul of the place supporting every request from arranging trips to recommending visits. Tony complements Pamela’s skills in the kitchen and the food is excellent. We very much enjoyed the four nights at this small boutique hotel.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 7 December 2024
Katrijn
BelgiumThe bed was a bit small for us.
We loved the pool with the common area and the staff was very friendly and helpful. The food was amazing. Amazing view at the sea!
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 17 November 2024
Sandra
GermanyEverything. Pool was good and the buffet breakfast as well.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 13 November 2024
Alistair
United KingdomTowels could be softer
Great location, atmosphere, and friendly owner
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 28 October 2024
Robertson
Cape VerdeRoom was a bit cramped and steep stairs with no handrail to access our room.
Beautiful location and views
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 8 October 2024
Daniel
United StatesFood was exceptional as were the staff. I will be recommending this hotel to everyone I know visiting Fogo. Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 6 October 2024
Rikki
United StatesNothing. Our stay was made special by the people who work there. We would highly recommend it to all who desire a pleasant visit to Fogo.
We felt like family!
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 25 September 2024
Peumla
Cape VerdeJust the green pool, which was a bit green, but is understandable since it’s outdoors and it was the rainy season, "The stunning view of the ocean and the island makes up for everything, a true treasure."
Everything My stay at Fogo Boutique Hotel has been great! I love the cozy atmosphere, the beautiful views, and the personalized service
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 12 September 2024
Victor
Switzerlandnot staying longer
all
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 9 September 2024
Matthew
SpainThe wifi didn’t work in the room.
Beautiful hotel with stunning views.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 19 August 2024
Alice
FranceThe view and the flexibility of the staff. Also the food was very nice.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 31 March 2024
Laura
CanadaEverything was perfect. The location and the view is spectacular, even better than the photos. And the staff went above and beyond with everything. We were treated so well. The food was also delicious. Would definitely come back!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Océane
FranceI only had one issue which was that I got stuck outside after going around the city during the day. I had to call for them to open the door.
The hotel is really beautiful with a nice pool and really nice rooms all named after the cap verdian islands. My room had view on the pool and the ocean. Unfortunately the sun rose the opposite side but the view is still nice. The breakfast was ok, nothing special. I had for my last lunch the filet mignon with lobster which was super good. The staff was nice and helpful. They ordered my taxi for the harbor and was responsive for questions.
Stayed in March 2024
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