Hotel Odjo d'Agua (Santa Maria, Cape Verde)

Those who enjoyed their stay made frequent mention of the hotel's fantastic location as a particularly bright spot. The restaurant boasts an especially prime position on the edge of the cliff overlooking the sea. Guests could easily access the beach from their accommodation.

Many guests had a high opinion of the hotel restaurant. They were pleasantly surprised by both the freshness of the seafood and the competitive pricing offered by the hotel. And, with the stunning views offered both inside and on the terrace, few felt that they could find a better option in town.

Many guests had good things to say about the service at this hotel. Even the decoration feels homey, as the host family is charged with creating the atmosphere in the rooms. Upon arriving, many travellers felt free to relax and be themselves thanks to the welcoming environment created by the staff.

Many guests felt that, despite the prime location, the hotel was simply not quiet enough for a relaxing stay. Negative reviews tell of noisy washing machines, late-night door slamming, and other inconveniences. Some reluctantly recommended that travellers looking to sleep book somewhere else.

Even some positive reviews mentioned the hotel's age as a limiting factor. To some, it was more than limiting. Negative reviewers called the hotel 'tired,' and said that despite the fantastic location, there was little to say about the actual facilities except that you should spend your time at the beach.

Many reviewers warned travellers away from the town of Santa Maria. They felt unsafe walking through many parts of the town, and thought that there was inadequate infrastructure for tourism as of yet. As a result, many were forced to spend their stay within close proximity of the Odjo d'Agua.