Hotels near Enacol, Empresa Nacional de Combustíveis e Lubrificantes in Mindelo

We stayed at this hotel for 5 days (22-28 June) as part of our island hopping holiday. First the good points - location is excellent in the centre of town and just 5 mins walk to the port and beach areas. Room was fine (would recommend one looking over the square). Food and drink (and service) in the bar was good. Nice swimming pool. Bad points - no complementary water in room which seems to be normal in other CV hotels we stayed. Breakfast poor, food uncovered and empty food trays not refilled. The worst issue was the poor service from some reception staff. We asked for an additional pillow (at 10pm) to be told ‘No! laundry room closed’ and the phone was abruptly put down. On another occasion (during the afternoon) we asked if we could exchange some money and was told simply ‘No!’ When we asked why she said she didn’t have the ‘cash box’. While maybe this was correct she didn’t offer any other suggestions or say when the ‘cash box’ would be open. Then again she abruptly put the phone down. Not all reception staff were poor though, some offered a friendly greeting we passed. One lady (she may have been a supervisor) was very helpful exchanged money and offered advice. Unfortunately it is only the unfriendly ones that you tend to remember!

A stay at Pombas Brancas Resort places you in the heart of Sao Vicente, within a 5-minute drive of Fish Market and Torre de Belém. This upscale hotel is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Pont d'Agua and 1 mi (1.7 km) from Presidential Palace.Take in the views from a garden.Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 72 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and plasma televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.

My wife and I stayed 3 nights, arriving at 8 PM by taxi(1200 escudos) from the VXE Airport. Reception was on the “0” floor, up 2 floors from ground level by a slow elevator, or in our case, tired of waiting, we climbed the stairs with our bags. A smiling multilingual receptionist copied our passports, gave the wifi info and breakfast hours, and our key card. We took the lone elevator up three floors to room #304, spacious, clean and tiled, with firm twins, nice closet, bathroom with tiled shower, good AC and an opening window with a side view of the port. Nice TV but no English, good open unsecured wifi and a wonderful 7AM breakfast with all food groups including fresh fruit, many varieties of eggs/omelets and some fresh cakes. The location is excellent with an Italian restaurant, ice cream shop, Fragata Central grocery and the 1.6km port promenade (extends from the Belem Tower Replica to the beautiful Laginha Beach) is all within a block.

Chez Loutcha Residencial is centrally located in Sao Vicente, a 5-minute walk from Presidential Palace and 6 minutes by foot from Pont d'Agua. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Cultural Center of Mindelo and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Mindelo Marina.Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area.Enjoy international cuisine at Onsite, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6 AM to 10 AM.Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 22 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with bathtubs or showers are provided. Conveniences include blackout drapes/curtains, and housekeeping is provided daily.

(I am updating the review I wrote in January 2022; we stayed there again in Jan 2023 and certain things have improved.) The hotel has free internet, but that is mainly in reception - most rooms do not have it. However, room 301 (larger than most others, and more expensive) had good wifi - maybe because it is quite near reception. Also, the air conditioning in this bedroom (and maybe others?) has been improved - quieter and more adjustable than previously. There is a pool but no gym/fitness room. We were traveling with a baby and needed various cups washed and sterilised, and the restaurant staff were very helpful and friendly - in fact all the staff are friendly. There is a new manager who seems to be very active in trying to improve things - he also speaks excellent English, unlike some of the staff. (A previous review suggested that the hotel was under-managed - I think that has changed now!)

Located in Mindelo, less than 1 km from Praia Da Laginha, Mindel Hotel provides accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Located around 600 metres from Torre de Belem, the hotel with free WiFi is also 500 metres away from Capvertdesign Artesanato. The accommodation features room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. At Mindel Hotel each room includes bed linen and towels. Diogo Alfonso Statue is 1.1 km from the accommodation, while Monte Verde Natural Park is 11 km away. The nearest airport is Cesària Evora Airport, 9 km from Mindel Hotel.

With a stay at Ouril Hotel Mindelo in Sao Vicente, you'll be near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Mindelo Marina and Cultural Center of Mindelo. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Laginha Beach and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Mercado Municipal.This hotel offers designated smoking areas.Satisfy your appetite at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants. Relax with a refreshing drink at the bar/lounge, the poolside bar, or one of 2 beach bars. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 130 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have rainfall showerheads and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Located in Sao Vicente, Aquiles Eco Hotel is by the ocean, within a 15-minute drive of Fish Market and Presidential Palace. This hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Sao Pedro Beach and 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from Torre de Belém.Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as bicycles to rent. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access and concierge services.Take advantage of the hotel's room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.Featured amenities include express check-in, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 13 guestrooms, featuring fireplaces. Rooms have private balconies. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Great team. Great rooms. The owner really went above and beyond helping us get settled in and plan our next trips to neighbouring islands. Recommended.

When you stay at Kira's Boutique Hotel in Sao Vicente, you'll be near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Cultural Center of Mindelo and Mercado Municipal. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Mindelo Marina and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Pont d'Agua.Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a rooftop terrace and a garden. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Kira's Boutique Hotel. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage.Make yourself at home in one of the 11 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. Flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.