Title: Visit Sotavento Islands: Best of Sotavento Islands Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com [Hotels in Sotavento Islands](https://expedia.com/Sotavento-Islands-Hotels.d3000655923.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Sotavento Islands](https://expedia.com/Sotavento-Islands-Vacation-Rentals.d3000655923.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Sotavento Islands](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Sotavento-Islands.d3000655923.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Sotavento Islands](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Sotavento-Islands.d3000655923.Car-Rental-Guide)[Sotavento Islands Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Sotavento-Islands.d3000655923.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Sotavento Islands ## Travel Guide ![Sotavento Islands](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6360684/869b597e-0d38-46cc-af77-8da7d801e87b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sotavento Islands](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6360684/df26db9d-b187-447a-aa4e-6f70176c496e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sotavento Islands](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6360684/6532a146-5b91-4177-b974-acf7d2998a9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sotavento Islands](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6144397/54d122e9-94fb-41ff-a230-760cefdd4ff4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sotavento Islands](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2936/8e83db3f-9fc9-48a1-9b4c-a36ad1ccdde7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Sotavento Islands Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Sotavento Islands ![Terra Branca](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2936/8e83db3f-9fc9-48a1-9b4c-a36ad1ccdde7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Terra Branca While Terra Branca might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Market and Estadio da Varzea. [](https://expedia.com/Praia-Terra-Branca.dx553248635976400103) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Sotavento-Islands.dx3000655923.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neighborhoods) - Sotavento Islands Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Sotavento Islands ![Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1050000/1044300/1044276/w1021h683x3y0-05de87a1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel Prainha, Cidade Da Praia Praia Santiago $161 nightly $190 total Apr 23 - Apr 24 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Praia. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (265 reviews) Very nice hotel. A few shortcomings: Much of The equipment in the gym is non-functional and the elliptical is broken and dangerous; We had a roach in our room; they do not regularly provide water —you have to ask for it; the bead only have sheets (no blankets) but there are comforters in the ... Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F23%2F2026&endDate=4%2F24%2F2026&selected=1044276&PinnedHotelID=1044276&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000655923) ![Barceló Praia Cape Verde](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103110000/103108700/103108637/636bba85_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Barceló Praia Cape Verde Av. Rotary International Praia Praia $172 nightly $203 total May 5 - May 6 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Praia. Enjoy free WiFi, 24-hour room service, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Prainha Beach and Centro Cultural ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (116 reviews) A last minute break and it could not have been spent in a better place! The hotel and staff were excellent, as were the food and amenities. Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=5%2F5%2F2026&endDate=5%2F6%2F2026&selected=103108637&PinnedHotelID=103108637&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000655923) ![Hotel Vip Praia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9640000/9630800/9630704/c9621d73_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Vip Praia Avenida Jorge Barbosa Praia $129 nightly $155 total Apr 18 - Apr 19 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Praia. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (286 reviews) My stay in Praia was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment I arrived, the staff made me feel genuinely welcomed—professional, attentive, and always ready to help with a smile. The hotel itself was spotless and well-maintained. My room was spacious, comfortable, and offered beautiful views ... Reviewed on Apr 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F18%2F2026&endDate=4%2F19%2F2026&selected=9630704&PinnedHotelID=9630704&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000655923) [See all 296 properties in Sotavento Islands](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=4%2F9%2F2026&endDate=4%2F10%2F2026®ionId=3000655923) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Apartment with swimming pool and magnificent view of Tarrafal Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112530000/112527400/112527308/2d080143_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Apartment with swimming pool and magnificent view of Tarrafal Bay Tarrafal Tarrafal Stay at this apartment in Tarrafal. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Tarrafal Beach and lighthouse are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (1 review) Un superbe appartement avec une très belle vue L’appartement de Djone est très agréable, très propre, très bien équipé. La terrasse avec piscine et vue sur la mer est super agréable. L’appartement est très bien situé, on peut tout faire à pied : plage, village, restaurants. Nous avons passé un super moment sur place, je recommande fortement ... Reviewed on May 21, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Tarrafal-Hotels-Apartment-With-Swimming-Pool-And-Magnificent-View-Of-Tarrafal-Bay.h112527308.Hotel-Information) ![Apartamentos Santiago - Tarrafal](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92980000/92973900/92973833/dbb65baf_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Apartamentos Santiago - Tarrafal Ao lado do Liceu do Tarrafal Tarrafal Tarrafal Stay at this apartment in Tarrafal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions lighthouse and Tarrafal Beach are located nearby. 6/10 (4 reviews) passable pour une nuit Max Wifi très compliquée Eau chaude une douche sur deux Pas de rideaux pour celui ou celle qui dort dans le salon , ni Climatisation Reviewed on Apr 15, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Tarrafal-Hotels-Apartamentos-Santiago-Tarrafal.h92973833.Hotel-Information) ![Charming 3-bedroom apartment with AC in Praia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122910000/122908600/122908546/5e696e8f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Charming 3-bedroom apartment with AC in Praia Praia Stay at this apartment in Praia. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Quebra Canela Beach and Centro Cultural Português are ... 10/10 Exceptional! (1 review) Very close to grocery stores, shopping center and catching a cab is pretty easy. Looks like the photos and has an elevator which is nice. 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Sotavento Islands hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000655923&startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09)[Apr 8 - Apr 9](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000655923&startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000655923&startDate=2026-04-09&endDate=2026-04-10)[Apr 9 - Apr 10](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000655923&startDate=2026-04-09&endDate=2026-04-10) [This weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000655923&startDate=4%2F10%2F2026&endDate=4%2F12%2F2026)[Apr 10 - Apr 12](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000655923&startDate=4%2F10%2F2026&endDate=4%2F12%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000655923&startDate=4%2F17%2F2026&endDate=4%2F19%2F2026)[Apr 17 - Apr 19](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000655923&startDate=4%2F17%2F2026&endDate=4%2F19%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Prainha Beach 4/5(6 reviews) Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Prainha Beach during your travels in Praia? Make some time to visit the cathedral while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Prainha-Beach-Praia.d553248621555560198.Vacation-Attraction) #### Quebra Canela Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Quebra Canela Beach during your travels in Praia? Make some time to visit the cathedral while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Quebra-Canela-Praia.d553248635939575967.Vacation-Attraction) #### Market 4/5(7 reviews) You can do some window-shopping at Market during your trip to Praia. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.com/Market-Praia.d553248621532404087.Vacation-Attraction) #### Dona María Pia Lighthouse 4/5(3 reviews) Dona María Pia Lighthouse is just one of the places to see in Praia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make some time to visit the cathedral while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Dona-Maria-Pia-Lighthouse-Praia.d553248635975977737.Vacation-Attraction) #### Dja'r Fogo You can spend time exploring the galleries in Dja'r Fogo during your travels in São Filipe. Wander the forest or discover the area's volcano viewpoints. [](https://expedia.com/Djar-Fogo-Sao-Filipe.d553248621532404076.Vacation-Attraction) #### Pedra Badejo Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Pedra Badejo Beach during your travels in Santa Cruz? Discover the area's museums and shops. [](https://expedia.com/Pedra-Badejo-Beach-Santa-Cruz.d553248621558144266.Vacation-Attraction) ## Cities near Sotavento Islands ![national park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2367/36f5c308-d64c-45f6-aeaf-43c45073afae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Maio ![Aerial view of Cidadela in Praia - Santiago - Capital of Cape Verde Islands - Cabo Verde](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2936/7fa72b50-f5c6-4bd2-a1dd-3777bf661da0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Praia ![Santa Cruz](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6144397/54d122e9-94fb-41ff-a230-760cefdd4ff4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Santa Cruz ![Waves in Fonti di Billa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6339027/3c350c24-993c-4f37-b56a-e04e2e67b522.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### São Filipe - Cities near Sotavento Islands - Places of interest [Maio](https://expedia.com/Maio.dx2367)[Praia](https://expedia.com/Praia.dx2936)[Pedra Badejo](https://expedia.com/Pedra-Badejo.dx6085479)[Santa Cruz](https://expedia.com/Santa-Cruz.dx6144397)[São Filipe](https://expedia.com/Sao-Filipe.dx6339027)[Tarrafal](https://expedia.com/Tarrafal.dx6346338)[Calheta de Sao Miguel](https://expedia.com/Calheta-De-Sao-Miguel.dx6350902)[Sao Lourenco dos Orgaos](https://expedia.com/Sao-Lourenco-Dos-Orgaos.dx6352337)[Mosteiros](https://expedia.com/Mosteiros.dx6356089)[Assomada](https://expedia.com/Assomada.dx6359824)[Cidade Velha](https://expedia.com/Cidade-Velha.dx6360684)[Nova Sintra](https://expedia.com/Nova-Sintra.dx3000001177)[Rui Vaz](https://expedia.com/Rui-Vaz.dx3000001184)[Baluarte](https://expedia.com/Baluarte.dx3000001196)[Cha das Caldeiras](https://expedia.com/Cha-Das-Caldeiras.dx3000377140)[Ribeira da Barca](https://expedia.com/Ribeira-Da-Barca.dx3000467709)[Sao Domingos](https://expedia.com/Sao-Domingos.dx553248628225425431)[Santa Catarina do Fogo](https://expedia.com/Santa-Catarina-Do-Fogo.dx553248635937564903)[Brava](https://expedia.com/Brava.dx553248635970823859)[Ponta Verde](https://expedia.com/Ponta-Verde.dx553248635974650983) - [Prainha Beach ](https://expedia.com/Prainha-Beach-Praia.d553248621555560198.Vacation-Attraction) - [Tarrafal Beach ](https://expedia.com/Tarrafal-Beach-Cape-Verde.d553248625384333272.Vacation-Attraction) - [Market ](https://expedia.com/Market-Praia.d553248621532404087.Vacation-Attraction) - [Dona María Pia Lighthouse ](https://expedia.com/Dona-Maria-Pia-Lighthouse-Praia.d553248635975977737.Vacation-Attraction) - [Serra da Malagueta Nature Park ](https://expedia.com/Serra-Da-Malagueta-Nature-Park-Cape-Verde.d553248621532404092.Vacation-Attraction) - [Pedra Badejo Beach ](https://expedia.com/Pedra-Badejo-Beach-Santa-Cruz.d553248621558144266.Vacation-Attraction) - [Royal Fortress of São Filipe ](https://expedia.com/Royal-Fortress-Of-Sao-Filipe-Cidade-Velha.d6101590.Vacation-Attraction) - [Pico do Fogo ](https://expedia.com/Pico-Do-Fogo-Santa-Catarina-do-Fogo.d553248621532404081.Vacation-Attraction) - [Tarrafal Camp ](https://expedia.com/Tarrafal-Camp-Tarrafal.d553248622710548393.Vacation-Attraction) - [Salina Beach ](https://expedia.com/Salina-Beach-Cape-Verde.d553248621532404078.Vacation-Attraction) - [Mangue Beach ](https://expedia.com/Mangue-Beach-Sao-Domingos.d553248635928111498.Vacation-Attraction) - [Adega de Chã das Caldeiras ](https://expedia.com/Adega-De-Cha-Das-Caldeiras-Sao-Filipe.d553248621532404080.Vacation-Attraction) - [Estadio da Varzea ](https://expedia.com/Estadio-Da-Varzea-Praia.d6101588.Vacation-Attraction) - [Porto Madeira ](https://expedia.com/Porto-Madeira-Santa-Cruz.d553248621532404093.Vacation-Attraction) - [Fajã d'Agua ](https://expedia.com/Faja-DAgua-Brava.d553248621532404075.Vacation-Attraction) - [Museu Etnográfico de Praia ](https://expedia.com/Museu-Etnografico-De-Praia-Praia.d553248621532404088.Vacation-Attraction) - [Fogo National Park ](https://expedia.com/Fogo-National-Park-Santa-Catarina-do-Fogo.d553248621560505605.Vacation-Attraction) - [market ](https://expedia.com/Market-Assomada.d553248621532404085.Vacation-Attraction) - [Tabanka Museum ](https://expedia.com/Tabanka-Museum-Assomada.d553248621566122683.Vacation-Attraction) - 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