Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Terrace
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly and helpful staff
Cons:
Limited breakfast options
No restaurant on-site

Categories

Cleanliness
8.63
The hotel is noted for its cleanliness, with rooms described as spotless and well-maintained.
Service
9.1
Staff, especially the manager Alex, were praised for their helpfulness and efficiency during guests' stays.
Location
9.14
The hotel's location is excellent, close to the beach and with a beautiful walking track.
Room Quality
8.59
Rooms were comfortable and well air-conditioned, contributing to a pleasant stay.
Amenities
8.62
The swimming pool was clean and inviting; however, improvements like a restaurant could enhance the experience.
Value for Money
9.08
Overall, guests felt they received good value for the level of service and amenities provided.
Food and Beverage
7.63
Breakfast options were noted as limited, suggesting room for improvement in food offerings.
Overall Experience
8.8
Guests generally had a wonderful experience and expressed intent to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-19 23:54

Property Description

Luxurious Beachfront Accommodation
Emoyeni Gardens in São Tomé offers a luxurious beachfront experience with stunning sea views.

Exquisite Dining and Relaxation
Indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant and unwind by the year-round outdoor pool.

Comfort and Convenience
Enjoy spacious rooms with modern amenities including flat-screen TVs, private bathrooms, and air conditioning.

Book your stay at Emoyeni Gardens now for a perfect blend of luxury and relaxation.

Important information:

Please inform 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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Swimming pool: Closed from Sun, Feb 22, 2026 until Fri, Mar 13, 2026

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for € 50 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 77 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.63
Service: 9.1
Location: 9.14
Room Quality: 8.59
Amenities: 8.62
Value for Money: 9.08
Food and Beverage: 7.63
Overall Experience: 8.8
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Roxy solo_traveller gb
9
Wonderful stay in Sao Tome
Pros:

Lovely hosts - genuinely welcoming and helpful throughout. The onsite pub is a great touch. Beautiful sea views, a really nice pool (with towels provided), and the room was massive with toiletries which made a big difference. Breakfast was absolutely fine and did the job. Location walking distance to beach and restaurants. They also let me check out late, which was a lifesaver with a late flight - hugely appreciated!

Cons:

Nothing major at all. If I’m being picky, a few hot options at breakfast would be great. And whilst technically a sea view, my particular room was largely obscured by trees - still beautiful, just not completely open.

2026-02-26 via Nuitee
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Chantal couple ch
10
2026-02-22 via Nuitee
solo_traveller ke
9
I had a great experience
Pros:

The hotel has beautiful gardens right by the beach, which makes it super relaxing. There’s a beautiful walking track, right next to the hotel and the beach, perfect for a morning or evening stroll or jog. The beds were really comfortable, and I slept so well. The staff, especially the manager, Alex, was amazing and made sure my stay was perfect. She even helped me avoid getting overcharged by taxi drivers, which I really appreciated.
The swimming pool is clean and about shoulder-deep, which was great for me. Just a heads-up though, if you swim in the evening, you might hear some dogs barking nearby. They’re in an enclosed area, so no worries, but they do bark when someone walks past.
The rooms were spotless and air-conditioned, which made them really cozy. I’d definitely stay here again when I’m back.

Cons:

Here are a few things that would make the hotel experience even better:
A microwave for guests – It would be great to have a microwave available at any time since the hotel doesn’t have a restaurant serving full meals. In São Tomé, the food portions are quite big, and I often couldn’t finish my meals. I had to take leftovers, but there was no way to warm them up because the restaurant was usually closed.
More breakfast options – It would be nice to have more variety beyond the standard continental breakfast. Maybe add eggs, sausages, bacon — or basically an option for a full English breakfast.
Receipts from the pub – It would really help if receipts could be provided for purchases at the pub, especially for guests who are there on business trips and need them for reimbursement or record-keeping.

2025-10-27 via Nuitee
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Ana solo_traveller pt
9
Se um dia voltar a São Tomé, certamente voltarei ao Emoyeni Gardens 🌺
Pros:

A Hotel manager e o staff estiveram sempre disponíveis para ajudar e todos extremamente simpáticos.
O hotel sempre limpo e muito confortável.
Excelente localização.

2025-10-26 via Nuitee
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Guillaume extended_group fr
10
Super
Pros:

Très bel hôtel, Alex a été super sympa et efficace pour nous organiser notre séjour. Excellent petit déjeuner. Merci !!!!

2025-10-22 via Nuitee
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Paulo couple pt
6
Pros:

Da amabilidade da gerente.

Cons:

Pequeno almoço muito fraco.

2025-10-10 via Nuitee
M
Mathias solo_traveller ca
10
Pros:

The hotel is super clean and the staff very welcoming and helpful.

Cons:

Nothing

2025-10-09 via Nuitee
M
Michel FABRE couple fr
8
Pros:

Personnel très agréable et serviable
Chambre très spacieuse et très propre
Propriétaire toujours prête à vous conseiller et à vous renseigner
Très beau jardin bien entretenu

Cons:

Dommage qu'il n'y ait pas un point restauration et un petit peu d'animation au bar serait un plus

2025-09-18 via Nuitee
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Elan couple gb
6
2025-09-15 via Nuitee
J
Julia extended_group de
10
Great stay - a very nice place to stay in São Tomé
Pros:

Great location wonderful staff

2025-08-10 via Nuitee
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Pedro solo_traveller pt
10
Pros:

Excelente localização com as valências necessárias e devidamente cuidadas. Serviço e apoio no hotel impecável e eficiente.

Cons:

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2025-08-06 via Nuitee
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Axelle solo_traveller be
8
Really nice place with great service
Pros:

Very nice, clean place with very nice and helpful people. I had a few logistical issues on the island in which the hotel helped me with swiftly and without surcharge! Bed was really comfy, everything worked in the room. The small pool and garden were lovely.

Cons:

For the price category the breakfast was a bit too simple, and the coffee not so great🥲 Blackout curtains would be appreciated.

2025-07-24 via Nuitee
J
Jean-Paul couple fr
8
Bel endroit pour visiter la capitale
Pros:

Piscine et chambre agréables

2025-07-17 via Nuitee
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Nuno solo_traveller za
10
Pros:

Tudo impecável, o jardim é maravilhoso.

2025-07-10 via Nuitee
Z
Zhuo young couple sg
10
Exceptional
2025-06-21 via Nuitee
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Paula review category business travellers pt
9
Excellent stay
Pros:

Although it is a boutique hotel and smaller than it's closest neighbors, I had a wonderful experience. The staff was very helpful throughout my stay and in accommodating a few changes in dates and reservations. Great breakfast and bar, quiet and very clean. Highly recommended.

2025-06-09 via Nuitee
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Theodore family with young children be
9
A Tranquil Tropical Escape — Made Exceptional by Genuine Hospitality
Pros:

Emoyeni Gardens is a peaceful and welcoming place just minutes from São Tomé town, set in a beautifully maintained tropical garden. The rooms are spacious, comfortable, and offer sea views, though the balconies aren't set up as seating areas, which is a pity. What truly made my stay special was Alexandra, the hotel manager — warm, genuinely helpful, and incredibly effective. She gave great local tips, helped arrange a rental car, and stepped in when the agency tried to overcharge. She was also very flexible with my check-out time, which made my last day far more enjoyable. Breakfast is good, but only filter coffee is included — espresso or real Americano comes at an extra cost, which feels unnecessary. Overall, a heartfelt recommendation.

2025-05-03 via Nuitee
B
Begoña young couple es
9
Very goood and nice
Pros:

The staff was wonderful , Alex was very helpful and made you feel at home , great recomendacions

2025-04-28 via Nuitee
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Yoon review category business travellers kr
9
Superb
Pros:

The room was very clean, wifi worked well, and the staff was very kind.

2025-04-27 via Nuitee
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Eduardo review category business travellers mz
8
Very good
2025-04-20 via Nuitee