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Syds Guesthouse I

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with 6 beach bars, near Prainha Beach

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Beach nearby, beach massages, 6 beach bars
Double Room, 1 Bedroom
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Apartment | Living area
Apartment | Terrace/patio
Near Prainha Beach, Syds Guesthouse I offers a tranquil retreat with a full breakfast and 6 beach bars to unwind. Relax on the serene garden or indulge in spa services like deep-tissue massages, then take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests rave about their stay.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and 6 beach bars
  • Spa services
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware and utensils
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • BBQ(s)
The current price is AU$92
includes taxes & fees
8 July - 9 July

Room options

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Double Room

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, 1 Bedroom

Double Room, 1 Bedroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Freezer
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room

Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Freezer
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Apartment | Living area

Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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About the area

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Babilônia, Praínha, Praia, Praia

What's nearby

  • Prainha Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Quebra Canela Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dona María Pia Lighthouse - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Estadio da Varzea - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Market - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Santiago Island (RAI-Praia Intl.) - 6 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪secreto ibérico - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casa dos Sabores - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Natura Coffee Shop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Linha D’Água - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Alkimist - Restaurante / PIZZARIA / PUB - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Syds Guesthouse I

Syds Guesthouse I is just 4.1 mi (6.5 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests indulge in deep-tissue massages, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other highlights include 6 beach bars, a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English, Portuguese

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 4 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:30 AM–1:00 PM on weekends
  • 6 beach bars
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills

Travelling with children

  • Children's games

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Ecotours nearby

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance
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Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Freezer
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide
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Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and massages.
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Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: CVE 276.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 17 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of CVE 1500 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 6)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Syds Guesthouse I Praia
Syds I Praia
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Frequently asked questions

Does Syds Guesthouse I offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Syds Guesthouse I does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Syds Guesthouse I?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Syds Guesthouse I?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Syds Guesthouse I?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is CVE 1500 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Syds Guesthouse I?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

What is there to do at Syds Guesthouse I and nearby?

Syds Guesthouse I has 6 beach bars and spa services, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Syds Guesthouse I?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around Syds Guesthouse I like?

Syds Guesthouse I is a short 4-minute walk from Prainha Beach and 9 minutes' walk from Quebra Canela Beach.

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Syds Guesthouse I Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

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Location

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was homemade and amazing, with different options each day. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Everything's great at this cosy guesthouse! Definitely will come back.
2-night trip

10/10

The property was small and beautiful close to the beach and places to eat and embrace the culture. I enjoyed the food and atmosphere with frequent events to include food and music
4-night trip

10/10

It was amazing, my room was pretty big, shared bath room, but it was very clean. Great location, close to the beach. For the plateau you have to walk around 20 - 30mins. The street is very loud, but during the night there's not a lot of traffic. It was a very pleasant stay.
3-night trip

10/10

Extremely wonderful stay twice in a week (we went back because it was so nice and so close to beach). Host was helpful with advice and taxis. Breakfast was homemade and amazing and different each day.
3-night trip

6/10

Good breakfast Noise from close roads
2-night trip

10/10

Great Place with cute rooms and great food
2-night trip

8/10

Quiet, residential neighborhood. A bit of a walk to get to any kind of convenience store. The room was serviceable with a shared bathroom and shower.
2-night trip

10/10

Excellent stay..really peaceful and quiet. 5 minutes away from two beautiful beaches …amazing breakfast everyday..and tacos in the restaurant were very very good!
1-night trip

10/10

We really enjoyed our stay at Syd's Guesthouse. Syd was very helpful with general advice and answering our questions. The food at Syd's is delicious and probably some of the best we had during our stay in Cape Verde. Angela and her colleague were both incredible, very friendly and cooked us amazing breakfasts every morning. We would really recommend a stay at Syd's Guesthouse!
1-night trip

8/10

Very limited explanations from personnel, difficult to find them and quick to dissappear after one question. Felt like we were disturbing them.
2-night trip

10/10

Everyone was helpful from picking us up at the airport late in the night to letting us stay one more night without notice. Breakfast is good and there is a restaurant in the guesthouse that seems quite nice.
1-night trip

10/10

Syd's place is perfectly reccomendable, top clean, super friendly, fantastic breakfast, fast and good communication, just very very nice here!!
2-night trip

8/10

Very quiet location in Praia. Superb breakfast...with very friendly service. Shower had only cold water...
3-night trip

10/10

the apartment is located 10min away walk from the beach and in a perfect area - not too far from the main street and not too close to be disturbed by the traffic. The small garden in front of the apartment entry makes it even more convenient to just sit outside in the evening and enjoy a drink. Syd's also offer the option of breakfast and dinner to their restaurant/terrace which you walk through to get to the apartment. The food is tasty and price wise is also ok. I wish we would have had a schedule of when the restaurant is open as it seems it's not open every day. The apartment is clean and the fridge was filled with local beer and water.
7-night trip

6/10

The property is a small guesthouse with 3 rooms in a good area and close to the beach and some of the luxury hotels and is well priced. What was disappointing was the lack of engagement /interaction of staff. On arrival we were given a set of keys and essentially that was it . The owner is Sydney who I think appeared at brunch the following day but as she did not introduce herself to us not check how we were during our stay we weren't entirely sure. We were the only guests. In the evenings there is no one at the property and this was a little concerning particularly as there are multiple keys for access and barbed wire around the perimeters. On a positive note there is a lovely brunch served on weekends and taco nights that locals attend. The courtyard is lovely for relaxing.
3-night trip

6/10

We booked and paid for a 3-night stay 10 weeks in advance. Syd's confirmed our arrival time by email well in advance and kindly arranged airport pickup for us, etc. But 3 days before we arrived Syd sent an email saying they'd overbooked and we could only stay for 2 nights. She said we'd be accommodated in the suite for 2 nights (we weren't - we were put in the double room) and then we'd be refunded the cost of the 3rd night. We were already in Cape Verde by this point (Boa Vista), so we were scrambling trying to decide what to do, or where else to stay for the final night. hotels.com customer service tried to help, but were unable to get hold of anyone at Syd's that spoke English to confirm anything. In the end we just rebooked another hostel ourselves and waited for a refund from Syd's. When we did arrive at Syd's for check-in, Victor was kind and helpful (Sydney was out of town and we never met her the whole time we were there). We did get a cash refund for the 3rd night.......but it was massively inconvenient - and frustrating that we'd booked 10 weeks before but were only told we were being bumped off 3 days ahead. The guest house itself is nice, fairly clean, nice breakfast. Our first morning (Sunday) was brunch - the server didn't understand any English and kept calling Victor from the kitchen to come and help. They also wanted to charge us until we told them breakfast was included in our booking. Lots of people come for brunch so it was noisy all morning.
3-night trip

6/10

À notre arrivée nous n'avons eu aucune explication ce qui nous a valu d'être enfermé dehors à notre retour de balade. Le petit-déjeuner "complet gratuit" ne comprends en faite que un café ou un jus et vous avez un crédit de 700 donc des pancakes ou muesli ou omelette ou.... Chambre et salle de bains propre et spacieuse. Produit du petit déjeuner très bon
1-night trip

6/10

2-night trip

10/10

Todo muy limpio y cómodo. Un gran lugar para quedarse en Praia. Buen desayuno! Staff amable. Regresaría sin dudarlo.
4-night trip

10/10

1-night trip

8/10

2-night trip

8/10

Très court, juste une nuit avant de reprendre un vol à 8h du matin
1-night trip

10/10

1-night trip

10/10

1-night trip

10/10

Good !
2-night trip