Reviews of Solar Windelo 3 stars
Ex Casa de Vasco Martin, Alto Santo Antonio, 2110 Mindelo, Cape Verde
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Reviewed: 10 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe hotel has a stunning view and the rooms were ewally comfortable. The breakfast was nice and the staff is really helpfull.
Reviewed: 25 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewVery good stay at Solar Windelo with a great view !
Reviewed: 11 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewThe view of the Mindelo city from the front rooms is amazing. Easy access to downtown. Staff really helpful. And always available at reception.
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Reviewed: 28 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewGreat and diverse breakfast. You can request eggs if you don't eat bread like me, and there are also yoghurts and fruit.
At first I didn't love the fact that there were stairs inside the room because we have a 1 year old baby, but we managed to protect that area.
Reviewed: 20 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewSpatious and clean rooms. Good breakfast. Amazing view over Mindelo. Good value.
Main function of booking is sleeping... bedding quite outdated, not so comfortable.
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Regarding our beddings: - the mattresses are renewed very regularly, and the one in your suite is fairly fresh. Still, we are sorry to read that you did not find it comfortable ; - we scheduled this year yo change all (but one in our budget room) our double beds, currently sizing 140x90cm, to new 160x200cm. A local carpenter is making them for us, and we already have two replaced. Regards, Amaury de Cazanove Owner
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Regarding our beddings: - the mattresses are renewed very regularly, and the one in your suite is fairly fresh. Still, we are sorry to read that you did not find it comfortable ;… Show more
Reviewed: 28 March 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewI had the room with the balcony view on Mindelo, it was absolutely stunning! 100% worth it putting a few extra dollars for the view! The breakfast was simple but they cook eggs on top of it the way you want which made it a nice addition.
Comfort is simple but it didn’t disturb me The walls are quite thin and the noise is carried easily, I’m sensitive to noise so in the morning it did wake me up
Reviewed: 26 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 14 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 7 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewAmazing views from the terrace, lovely owner and staff, room was clean and set up as we requested. We also had access to a fridge. Loved eating and hanging out on the terrace. There's also a cute local cat. It's a sleepy, quiet road, no rowdy parties or neighbours. Breakfasts were plentiful and good variety, except would benefit from some token veg. Both beds were super comfy, with new mattresses. Walk into town is about 5-10 minutes downhill.
The room was a little dark and it took us a while to figure out the light vs. fan combination. Bathroom door kept going a little ajar. If you have mobility issues, it's up a short, steep hill, but it's good practice for San Antao 😆
Reviewed: 24 January 2025 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewExtremely friendly people. Every room is uniquely furnished in a tasteful way.
Reviewed: 21 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewWe loved the location of the hotel, arriving at night, we woke to a spectacular view in the morning. The room was spacious, clean and comfortable.. We had easy communication, the airport pickup was straightforward. Breakfast was perfect for us. They also quickly secured a late night dinner reservation at a popular restaurant.
Reviewed: 15 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 6 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewAn incredible place with outstanding hospitality! The receptionist/host went above and beyond to help me retrieve my AirPods, which I had accidentally left behind, and even ensured they were delivered to the airport before my flight—truly exceptional service. The sunset views from the room's terrace were breathtaking, and the breakfast was excellent. Highly recommend this gem
Reviewed: 5 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewWatching the sunset from the balcony was a highlight of the holiday!
Reviewed: 25 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewVery helpful and friendly staff! They were always with a smile. Wonderful location and nice room (Sincopode)
It smelled a little like cat pee in the halls/entrance. The rooms were noisy carrying sounds from the corridors and the courtyard. The fans and the ceiling lamps were a little impractical in use.
Dear guest, Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. About the negatives you noticed: - we "have" a cat (in fact, she is a street cat that chose years ago to stay with us), but she is absolutely not allowed to go inside the house. We don't have a litter box for her, she stays outside and uses the street to relieve herself. So if you experienced a malodorous smell,--which has never been reported by any other guests and that we have failed to notice--, it was not related to cat pee ; - the house contruction is carrying sounds indeed. There is not much we can do about it, all houses are built the same way on this island, with very little insulation ; - the ceiling lamps and fans are activated by regular switches (on the walls). Additionally, there are ceiling fan chains to adjust the (3) speeds, which is a standard mechanism. Regards, Amaury & Sandra
Dear guest, Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. About the negatives you noticed: - we "have" a cat (in fact, she is a street cat that chose years ago to stay with us), but she is absolutely not allowed to go inside… Show more
Reviewed: 24 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 29 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewWe booked a studio based on the pictures of the view - it was as good as we hoped. Sitting on our balcony looking at the wonderful view of Mindelo was great. Room was good too and the breakfast was excellent. Friendly, helpful staff. Bit of an uphill walk to get there, but the location was good and it was easy to get to the center of town by walking - cabs are inexpensive.
Reviewed: 24 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewThe views are the key attraction and staff are friendly.
AC Not effective but ceiling fans ok
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. Please, be aware that the air conditioning is perfectly fine in the superior suite Vista that you occupied. If you encountered an issue, we can only guess that this was with the remote control setting, and you could have asked the reception for assistance. Best regards, Amaury de Cazanove
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. Please, be aware that the air conditioning is perfectly fine in the superior suite Vista that you occupied. If you encountered an issue, we can only guess that this was with t… Show more
Reviewed: 23 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewVery friendly staff. They were really helpful. Great location. Very nice view from the balcony over the city/harbour.
Reviewed: 18 July 2024 · Stayed in April 2024
Verified reviewWe stayed again in this place. They are very lovely people
Reviewed: 18 July 2024 · Stayed in April 2024
Verified reviewthe cleaning and the breakfast
Reviewed: 13 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewThe friendly team
Reviewed: 11 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewThe room was quite good, with a good toilet, a big closet with a safe, and a fan. I liked the communal balcony overlooking the city and the sea. Very close to the center (about 5 min walk). It was recommended to us (2 women) to avoid walking back from the centre at night, and to take a taxi instead as it could be a bit dangerous. We decided to walk (roughly 5 minutes), and we didn't find the place dodgy or dangerous at all. Quite the contrary: quite calm. However, it can be a good idea to be cautious. Staff was very nice!
Dear Guest, Thank you very much for this nice and precise comment :-) The area is not dodgy indeed,, but better be safe than sorry, hence our recommendation for a taxi at night. Best regards, The whole Solar Windelo team
Reviewed: 25 April 2024 · Stayed in March 2024
Verified reviewBeautifully restored old house, with stunning views over Mindelo. Spacious rooms with balconies overlooking the bay. Nice breakfast.
The area around the hotel looks a bit dodgy - deserted after dark barring a few dogs - so it is safer to get a taxi to go downtown (the hotel will arrange this), but without that, the view would be nowhere near as good so still worth it :)
Dear Guest, Thank you for your very nice comment. We are located in a residential area just outside the city center. There is nothing dodgy here, it is quiet, but we always recommend our guests to take a taxi when they come back from the city at night. Even if it is only a 10 to 20 minutes walk, uphill, there is always a chance to be FOLLOWED by muggers who will try to snatch your bag or cell phone. They are not posted in our area, but are tracking the tourists in the city center and are following them on their way to their hotel (wherever its location is). The risk is very moderated, but exists, so we try to prevent that by suggesting the use of a taxi. Best regards, Amaury & Sandra
Dear Guest, Thank you for your very nice comment. We are located in a residential area just outside the city center. There is nothing dodgy here, it is quiet, but we always recommend our guests to take a taxi when they come back from the c… Show more