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Hotel Principal

3.0 star property
Hotel in Tarrafal with free breakfast and beach bars

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2 bedrooms, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace
Family Studio Suite
Family Studio Suite
Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms
Family Apartment, Mountain View

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$86
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov

Explore the area

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Rua Liceu, Tarrafal, Santiago, 7110
  • Place, lighthouse
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Tarrafal Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Tarrafal Camp
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santiago Island (RAI-Praia Intl.)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Local meal delivery service
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Room

Basic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Local meal delivery service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Room, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

Basic Room, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Local meal delivery service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Triple Room

Family Triple Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Local meal delivery service
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Studio Suite

Family Studio Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Kitchen
Fridge
Smart TV
Fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Local meal delivery service
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Quadruple Room

Family Quadruple Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Local meal delivery service
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Basic Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

Basic Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Local meal delivery service
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Studio Suite

Comfort Studio Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, City View

Basic Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, City View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Local meal delivery service
  • 14 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Apartment, Mountain View

Family Apartment, Mountain View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Kitchen
Fridge
Smart TV
Fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 46 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Local meal delivery service
  • 12 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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2 bedrooms, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace

Basic Twin Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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2 bedrooms, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace

Basic Twin Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Local meal delivery service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Basic Room

Basic Room

Basic Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Local meal delivery service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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2 bedrooms, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace

Basic Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Local meal delivery service
Cable channels
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Tarrafal

Hotel Principal places you in the centre of Tarrafal, within a short 5-minute stroll of lighthouse and Tarrafal Beach. Highlights at this hotel include 2 beach bars, a restaurant and free continental breakfast. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry facilities and a fridge in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Tarrafal hotel include Tarrafal Camp and Serra da Malagueta Nature Park.

What's nearby

  • lighthouse - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Tarrafal Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Tarrafal Camp - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Serra da Malagueta Nature Park - 18 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Pedra Badejo Beach - 47 min drive - 46.1 km

Getting around

  • Santiago Island (RAI-Praia Intl.) - 122 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Churrasqueira Mangue Baxu - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kabungo Beach Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Dunas Areia Preta - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mille Nuits - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tarrafal Grill - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Hotel Principal

Hotel in Tarrafal with free breakfast and beach bars
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 beach bars and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at Hotel Principal. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Tarrafal hotel.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 bars on the beach
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Principal offers 14 accommodations. This individually decorated accommodation includes desks. 32-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. This Tarrafal hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Hairdryers, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 beach bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Shopping centre
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 4 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 AM and 1:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g. directions)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Principal

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 AM and 1:00 AM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, cash and mobile payments. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Hotel Principal Hotel
Hotel Principal Tarrafal
Hotel Principal Hotel Tarrafal

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Hotel Principal?

Yep, Hotel Principal has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Principal?

As of 14 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Principal on 18 Nov 2025 start from AU$76.81, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Principal?

Yep, Hotel Principal is a short 4-minute walk from Tarrafal Beach.

What makes Hotel Principal a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Principal.

Does Hotel Principal serve breakfast?

Sure does, free continental brekkie is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Principal?

No, Hotel Principal does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Principal?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Principal?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Principal?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.