Foya Branca by Flagworld Hotels

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Flag Hotels
6.8 (20 reviews)
Sao Pedro, Mindelo, São Vicente, 2115 , São Vicente , CV
238-230-7407

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Facilities

Free breakfast
Fitness facilities
Arcade/game room
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Concierge service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beachfront / excellent location
Great sea views
Renovated, spacious rooms (some guests)
Friendly and helpful staff
Pleasant pools and sports (tennis)
Convenient for airport / good for relaxing
Clean / well-kept (many mentions)
Evening entertainment / good dinner on occasion
Cons:
Food and buffets: limited variety, poor quality, overpriced
Some areas and rooms are old, dilapidated or need renovation
Pool maintenance issues (green water) and ongoing works
Inconsistent cleanliness; at least one guest reported an intrusion/security incident
Occasional incorrect room assignment or room not as expected
Limited breakfast options (little fruit, few savory choices)
Small issues/maintenance (e.g., broken hairdryer)

Categories

Cleanliness
6
Mixed feedback: several guests praised cleanliness ('propreté', 'limpeza mil', 'hotel limpo'), but others reported unclean rooms and signs of dilapidation; an intrusion incident also raised security/cleanliness concerns.
Service
7.8
Generally positive: multiple mentions of friendly/helpful staff ('personnel super simpático', 'staff maravilhoso', 'accueil'), plus practical services like a free shuttle to the airport.
Location
8.6
Consistently strong: beachfront, excellent sea views and very convenient/close to the airport; many guests highlighted the prime location.
Room Quality
6.4
Mixed: some rooms recently renovated and praised (spacious, good views), while older rooms were described as dated, in need of refreshment, or not matching the reservation.
Amenities
6.6
Amenities like pools and tennis courts are appreciated, but multiple reports of maintenance issues (pool water color, areas under renovation) reduce the score.
Value for Money
5.5
Several guests felt the hotel was overpriced for the quality (comments about being much more expensive than mainland options and limited buffet variety), though a few noted decent value.
Food and Beverage
5.8
Predominantly negative: frequent complaints about limited buffet variety, poor quality and high prices; a minority of guests enjoyed specific evening meals.
Overall Experience
7.7
Overall mixed: relaxing, well-located resort with good views and friendly staff, but undermined by inconsistent cleanliness, maintenance needs, food issues and at least one serious security incident.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-05-21 17:07

Property Description

Private Beach and Outdoor Pools

Spend your days basking on the private beach or taking a refreshing dip in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools.

Dining and Entertainment Options

Indulge in delicious meals at the hotel restaurant, grab snacks from the snack bar/deli, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge or poolside bar.

Luxurious Amenities and Services

Enjoy complimentary wireless internet, concierge services, a game room, and a daily buffet breakfast. With dry cleaning, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff, your every need is catered to.

Immerse yourself in the upscale experience at Flag Hotel Foya Branca, where luxury meets comfort. Book now for a memorable stay by Sao Pedro Beach.

Important information:

  • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: VXE

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • General

    Gap period enforced between guest stays - 72 hours

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • General

    Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning

  • Pets

    Service animals not allowed

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Location

Guest Reviews

6.8
Based on 20 reviews
Cleanliness: 6
Service: 7.8
Location: 8.6
Room Quality: 6.4
Amenities: 6.6
Value for Money: 5.5
Food and Beverage: 5.8
Overall Experience: 7.7
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Nicolas • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Mohamed cedric • couple • fr
10
2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Heinz • solo_traveller • ch
6
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Cristiana • couple • cv
9
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Maria Ramos • solo_traveller • nl
8
Pros:

Vriendelijkheid en behulpzame personeel

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Couto • solo_traveller • pt
10
Pros:

Da simpatia de todo o staf, da limpeza do quarto, apesar da área comum ser enorme, fazem um esforço para manter sempre tudo limpo, uma das piscinas tem um bar onde passam música local super socegado ideal para quem gosta de passar umas férias tranquilas, o hotel dispõe de transporte gratuito para a cidade de Mindelo. O que é uma mais valia. O Diretor é uma pessoa extraordinária sempre disponível para ajudar os hospedes. Se um dia voltar a São Vicente ficarei conserteza nesse Hotel.

Cons:

Gostei de tudo excedeu as minhas extectativas especialmente da forma como fomos recebidos .

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Tamás • extended_group • sk
5
Pros:

A szallas nagyon gyonyoru helyen van. Szep tiszta medencek.

Cons:

A szallasra raferne gybkis felujitas. Sok volt a szunyog es nincs klíma.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Susana S. • solo_traveller • pt
6
O serviço deixa muito a desejar
Pros:

Boa localização. Os quartos são grandes e confortáveis.

Cons:

O serviço tem de melhorar. Nenhuma das mensagens enviadas via booking foram respondidas. O que significou gastar 1200 CVE quando existe um shuttle gratuito de Mindelo. Funcionários muito pouco prestáveis. Mais de 1h de espera por uma sandes de atum, um hamburguer e uma pizza.
O acesso à praia está trancado, sendo necessário pedir para abrir na receção e ter telemóvel para voltarem a abrir quando quer entrar. Não faz sentido...
No dia de sairmos não havia luz. Não foi feito nenhum pedido de desculpas ou benefício (late checkout). Basicamente acordamos sem luz, e tivemos de tomar banho as escuras. (Nada de ar condicionado, carregar telemóveis ou secador de cabelo)

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Brian • couple • fr
10
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Nuno • couple • pt
9
Pros:

Tudo praticamente.

Cons:

Da rede Wi-fi ser aberta, e do preço do hotel.

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Alexia • solo_traveller • fr
10
Pros:

Le personnel très gentil, le directeur Carlo très disponible et toujours prêt à prendre soin de ses clients
La vue très agréable, les chambres sont très spacieuses et propres
Le calme car un peu isolé de la ville mais avec plusieurs navettes GRATUITES dans la journée qui vous emmène et ramène de Mindelo
Et le dîner avec chanteurs cap verdiens le samedi soir pour une immersion totale

Cons:

Tout était très bien

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Tiago • solo_traveller • pt
8
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Sofia • couple • pt
8
Nice resort near turtle beach
Pros:

Location perfect if you want to stay near the airfield.

Cons:

No wifi coverage on our room.

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Jose • couple • cv
8
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Cecília • solo_traveller • pt
10
Pros:

Tudo

Cons:

Nada

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Ignacio • couple • es
9
Muy buen hotel en la preciosa playa de San Pedro
Pros:

Un sitio bastante excepcional, con habitaciones muy cómodas y modernas, acceso directo a una de las playas mas bonitas de la isla y desayuno muy bueno y completo. Sin duda un sitio para quedarse algunos días y disfrutar de los hoteles occidentales en una ubicación privilegiada. Camas muy cómodas.

Cons:

Instalaciones algo dejadas, piscina a medio llenar, restaurante para cenar con poca variedad y servicio bastante lento. No llegaba wifi a nuestras habitaciones, pero realmente tampoco era algo indispensable.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Paweł • couple • pl
9
Generalnie super
Pros:

Basen i lokalizacja. duże pokoje. Drzwi w toalecie są!

Cons:

słabe wifi

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Georges • couple • fr
6
Du potentiel à exploiter
Pros:

Accueil et reponses du personnel aux questions posées. Navette gratuite de / pour Mindelo.

Cons:

Piscine non nettoyée, repas pas varié, Wifi quasi nul dans les chambres

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Mariam • couple • fr
10
Exceptionnel
Pros:

C’était comme sur une petite nuage, au bord de la mer avec les bruits des vagues halala, nous avons vraiment profité des piscines, eh oui ils ont deux piscines avec des transats dans un espace très confortable et chill.
Les personnels au petit soin tout est mis en œuvre pour que vous puissiez profiter et vous reposer.
Les chambres sont grandes équipées d’une climatisation et balcon vue sur la mer.
Entre la mer et la piscine on avait que l’embarras du choix 😅, et aussi il y’a un accès à la mer par la petite porte juste en face de la piscine.

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Lucas • solo_traveller • fr
9
2026-05-20 • via Nuitee