About this property
Elegant Accommodations: Strela Mountain Lodge in Tarrafal offers a lodge with a sun terrace, garden, restaurant, and free WiFi. Private check-in and check-out services, a paid shuttle, and luggage storage enhance guest convenience. Comfortable Amenities: Rooms feature mountain or sea views, air-conditioning, balconies, and tiled or parquet floors. Bathrobes, private bathrooms with walk-in showers, and hairdryers provide added comfort. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves African and European cuisines with vegetarian and gluten-free options. Breakfast includes local specialties, warm dishes, cheese, fruits, and juice. Activities and Location: Guests can enjoy hiking, cycling, and visit nearby attractions such as Cape Verde National Stadium (29 mi) and Nelson Mandela International Airport (32 mi). The scenic location offers mountain and sea views.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Iwona
Germany
“Friendly and supportive staff Fantastic view from the balcony (room 7) Very good breakfast and dinner (hot stone beef and homemade coco ice cream very recommendable) We got a breakfast at the day of leaving at 6.00 am.” - Andreia
Portugal
“The whole experience was great! Staff was constantly nice and helpful and food delicious and facilities 100% clean at all times, even during the night.” - Stacy
United States
“The view from our balcony was amazing! We very much enjoyed the restaurant, and the breakfast had a ton of options and was very good. The staff offered to save the remainder of the wine we had with dinner so we could have it the next day and made...” - David
United States
“Unique position in Cabo Verde - close to great hikes.” - Thomas
Switzerland
“Awesome view, clean room and bathroom, friendly staff, good breakfast and food and a lot of available tours.” - Nabil
Tunisia
“location very close to Strela Malagueta national park staff was very friendly and accommodating” - Matthew
Senegal
“Great place and incredible location. Food was excellent and the staff spoke English which helped me” - Matheus
Brazil
“Nice lodge in the mountains north of Ilha de Santiago. Lovely staff, great hill atmosphere. Good for budget option” - Levke
Germany
“Cute little place in the mountains, 10 min from the entrance to the national park. Great homemade food, prepared by the lovely ladies in the kitchen.” - Cyberchiel
Netherlands
“Location is great for hiking in the mountain. Personal is very kind, food is super, every clean and nice rooms.”
Area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineAfrican • European
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.



The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Strela Mountain Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.