Roça Santo António Ecolodge

Hotels
7.5 (83 reviews)
Santo António , São Tomé , st

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
BBQ facilities
Safety deposit box
Soundproof rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Comfortable beds
Friendly staff
Good breakfast options
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Weak service
Ambiguous value for money
Amenities need maintenance

Categories

Cleanliness
6.64
Concerns about dirty bathrooms and torn linens in reviews indicate lower cleanliness.
Service
7.61
While there were mentions of friendly staff, there were also complaints about grumpy employees.
Location
8.65
Strategically situated for travelers, though distant from the city center.
Room Quality
7.6
Spacious rooms noted, but several complaints about amenities and privacy.
Amenities
6.63
Negative sentiments surrounding the pool condition and shower issues.
Value for Money
6.59
Guests feel the experience does not justify the price paid.
Food and Beverage
8.64
Good remarks about the breakfast and meals, though some do not reflect local cuisine.
Overall Experience
7.61
Mixed experiences with both positive aspects as well as significant areas for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-19 23:46

Property Description

Roca Santo Antonio Ecolodge is a charming bed and breakfast nestled just 15 km from São Tomé. Tranquil Outdoor Setting: Enjoy a refreshing dip in the outdoor swimming pool or grill up a feast at the barbecue facilities. Comfortable Accommodations: Each room is equipped with modern amenities like a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and a private bathroom for a relaxing stay. Exceptional Service: From a hearty buffet breakfast to 24-hour assistance at the front desk, our dedicated staff ensures a seamless experience for all guests.

Come experience comfort and relaxation at Roca Santo Antonio Ecolodge - book your stay now!

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.
If you require an invoice when booking a prepaid rate, write this and your company details in the Special Requests box.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for € 15 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children from 3 years old to 16 years old stay for € 35 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 17 years old and over stay for € 45 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.5
Based on 83 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.64
Service: 7.61
Location: 8.65
Room Quality: 7.6
Amenities: 6.63
Value for Money: 6.59
Food and Beverage: 8.64
Overall Experience: 7.61
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Paulo couple pt
10
Pros:

Staff excelente

Cons:

Nada a aportar

2026-04-03 via Nuitee
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Heila couple pt
8
Peaceful place
Pros:

I found Roça Santo António to be a very calm and peaceful place, ideal if you want to disconnect and get away from the city for a bit. It’s definitely more enjoyable if you have a car, otherwise you’ll likely end up having all your meals at the hotel due to its location.

The rooms in the main house were smaller than they appear in the photos, but when we had an issue with the AC, the staff upgraded us to a better room, which made a big difference and improved our overall experience. Contrary to some reviews I had read, we actually found the food at the restaurant to be very good, with a level of variety we didn’t see elsewhere on the island. The breakfast was also quite complete.

Cons:

Although everything is still in good condition, you can tell the property is starting to reach a point where some maintenance will be needed soon.

2026-03-25 via Nuitee
N
Nuno M. Lopes couple za
8
I highly recommend it
Pros:

The staff are very friendly and helpful. Nelson, who runs the place, is very engaging and helpful.
The breakfast is superb. The best in the archipelago so far, and we’ve been here for two weeks now.

Cons:

I didn’t like was the musty smell in the room and on the towels.
And the bathroom needs a door. There are some things you just don’t share, if you know what I mean.

2026-03-25 via Nuitee
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Lúcia couple pt
9
Pros:

Estava tudo limpo, é a experiência de ficar uma roça com o conforto necessário. Pessoas muito simpáticas. O melhor pequeno almoço da ilha!!!

2026-03-22 via Nuitee
P
pedro couple pt
10
Pros:

Alojamento fabuloso. Pequeno almoço magnifico,. Simpatia e disponibilidade de todos.

2026-03-19 via Nuitee
V
virginie couple fr
10
2026-03-17 via Nuitee
V
virginie couple fr
10
2026-03-17 via Nuitee
F
Faith solo_traveller gb
7
Lovely hotel, would stay again.
Pros:

The room was very clean, the staff were helpful even though nobody spoke English and it had AC.

Cons:

There isn’t any shops or supermarkets within walking distance but there is a lovely beach.

2026-03-12 via Nuitee
M
Martin couple pt
10
Our favourite stay in São Tomé.
Pros:

This has to be the best place we stayed on the Island. Everyone is very welcoming, check in was easy and the rooms are beautiful and new. We also got our laundry done which is a treat. Dinner was very good and the breakfast is probably the best breakfast we’ve had in years at a hotel and we travel a lot! The pool and a beautiful garden are just what we need to relax before our flight to Principe. We will be back soon. 100%!

Cons:

Nothing to dislike.

2026-02-25 via Nuitee
M
Marta extended_group pt
10
Incrível! Queremos voltar.
Pros:

Hospitalidade incrível, pequeno-almoço maravilhoso, inclusive refeições como almoço e jantar. Tudo de uma qualidade excelente. Quartos fresquinhos, super limpos e cama muito confortável.
Fomos muito bem acolhidos pelo Sr. António e a sua esposa. Recomendo e pretendemos voltar!

2026-02-24 via Nuitee
R
Ramiro couple pt
10
Pros:

Espaço envolvente muito bem pensado e staff formidável.

2026-02-24 via Nuitee
A
Ana Sofia couple pt
10
Excelente alojamento com uma piscina muito agradável e pequeno-almoço de sonho.
Pros:

Pequeno-almoço maravilhoso com muita variedade de produtos frescos; fruta, sumos naturais, ovos e todos os dias um bolinho caseiro diferente. Para jantar uma ementa variada e o que comemos era delicioso. Proprietário super simpático e acessível e na recepção ajudaram-nos com o guia na visita à Roça Água-Izé. Gostámos muito e esperamos voltar.

2026-02-23 via Nuitee
M
Muhameda Tulumovic extended_group it
9
2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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Pedro Telles solo_traveller pt
7
Banal
Pros:

Bom pequeno almoço, bom jantar.

Cons:

Não puder usar a piscina pois estava verde, falta de sorriso dos funcionarios. quarto com muitos cabelos e falta de manuntenção . Pedi cama de casal na mensagem e deram-me 2 camas singulares

2026-02-09 via Nuitee
J
Jeanine couple ch
7
2026-01-29 via Nuitee
J
Jose couple pt
9
Pros:

Pequeno almoço maravilhoso

2026-01-11 via Nuitee
J
Joao couple pt
6
Pros:

Pequeno almoço aceitável. Cama confortável. Quarto espaçoso.

Cons:

Piscina estava verde o que nao dá para aproveitar. Infelizmente e o hotel nao consegue controlar, por tras ha uma aldeia e a partir das 15h tem musica altíssima o que nao permite descansar na rua ao pé da piscina. Wi fi muito fraco.
Casa de banho tem uma cortina o que a agua passa toda por baixo e molha a casa de banho toda. Chuveiro descontrolado

2025-10-01 via Nuitee
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Maria João couple pt
8
Bom para ficar a dormir na viagem para o sul
Pros:

O pequeno almoço e o facto de ser moderno.
Os funcionários são simpáticos e prestáveis.

Cons:

Os mosquitos na piscina.
Acho que o preço podia ser mais acessível.

2025-09-29 via Nuitee
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Luís Alberto couple pt
10
Ótima escolha para umas férias em São Tomé
Pros:

Gostamos de tudo desde a alimentação ,as condições do espaço e principalmente da simpatia do Sr.Antonio.

2025-09-18 via Nuitee
A
Anthony couple mx
2
Chef/owner is NOT there. Terrible meal and stay.
Pros:

It’s an old historic property and the owner seems to know about art.

Cons:

Onviously no owner or manager were there. It’s famed for the tasting menu of the famous chef. But he isn’t in the country they said. I wish I would have taken photos of the plates so chef could see, but usually only tale pictures of good food. Terrible meal,,, plus being pescatarians they gave us bacon. Rooms and toilets were awful with torn sheets and towels. And the electricity goes on and off (employees only turn generator at their convenience) so it gets quite hot and there was no water without power. The employees are so grumpy, who knows what they report as we didn’t even had to do check in. At the moment.. avoid even eating there.

2025-09-17 via Nuitee