Praia de Chaves, Boa Vista Island, Boa Vista, Cape Verde | (888) 708-2081
Quiet, all-inclusive
hotel in gorgeous location on white, sandy beach
Outdoor activity pool and separate relaxation pool
Buffet restaurant with a variety of tasty foods, and
two a la carte restaurants
Pool bar, beach bar, and disco
Two tennis courts, beach volleyball, table tennis,
and archery
Spa with whirlpool providing beauty and massage
treatments
Guests can have spa treatments at the beach
Fitness center with several exercise bikes and hand weights
No coffee/tea facilities
in rooms
Pool can be cold
No shuttle
Fee for Wi-Fi
For guests who want the features of an all-inclusive without the hectic atmosphere such resorts tend to come with, the Royal Decameron Boa Vista is a great option. This 300-room, mid-range chain hotel offers a beautiful beach, two pools (including a quiet pool), a well-reviewed buffet restaurant, and two a la carte restaurants. There are plenty of sports on offer, plus activities for kids. Rooms are bright and simple with balconies or terraces, and suites with separate living areas are available. Wi-Fi is not included, and some guests have found the predominantly French staff to be cold to non-French
speakers. Guests desiring a larger property with a more rambunctious atmosphere could try the nearby Clubhotel Riu Karamboa.
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Scene
Quiet resort with a rural setting draws couples enjoying a relaxing beachfront holiday
The Royal Decameron Boa Vista is situated in a quiet, somewhat remote area on the west coast of Boa Vista island, where it's not uncommon to see goats or donkeys strolling around. The resort occupies a cluster of low-lying stucco buildings painted shades of red, cream, and clay, which stand out against the dry, patchy grasses lining the nearby roads. The property itself is lushly landscaped with flowering bushes and leafy tropical trees, while the welcoming lobby has a pitched wooden roof and several woven couches with bright pink cushions. The pool areas are simple and clean, with white stone decks lined with blue-cushioned loungers. Turquoise waters and a
flat, sandy beach provide a relaxing setting for couples resting under thatched umbrellas and enjoying the ocean air. With several French-speaking staff members, the hotel attracts a
majority of French visitors. Even though the resort can accommodate families, thanks to the kids' club and live entertainment, most guests are couples. Part of the beach is designated for activities, leaving a separate, quieter area; likewise, one of the pools is strictly for relaxation.
Location
Quiet, beachfront location within 10-minute drive of the airport
Just under a 10-minute
drive from Rabil Airport, the hotel is located in a picturesque, quiet location
on a long stretch of sandy beach. There’s no shuttle at the hotel, but there’s
a taxi queue at the hotel entrance. The village of Sal Rei, Boa Vista’s
residential center, can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, and costs about $12 by taxi. Sal Rei offers restaurants serving fresh fish, as well as lively sports pubs and beach bars; the port has ferry services to other islands, including Santiago, Sal, and Maio.
Rooms
Bright rooms with terraces or balconies and blue-tile showers
Standard Rooms at the hotel are bright and simple, with pale yellow walls, red-striped bed runners, and clay-colored tile floors. However, the wood-laminate furnishings, wood paneling above the beds, and thick yellow curtains all feel a bit
outdated. All rooms are air-conditioned and have flat-screen TVs, safes, and terraces or balconies with tile floors and white plastic furniture. Suites are available with separate
living rooms, mini-fridges, and kitchenettes with microwaves, sinks, and
stovetop burners. Standard bathrooms have stall showers with blue tiling; suites have shower/tub combos. Some rooms offer sea views, and Wi-Fi is offered for a fee.
Features
Long sandy beach, two outdoor pools, and tasty buffet restaurant
Royal Decameron Boa Vista has two outdoor
pools, including a relaxation pool and an activity pool with a pool bar. The hotel has a buffet restaurant, which receives good feedback for the variety of cuisine on offer, including lamb, prawns, and sirloin. There are also two
a la carte restaurants, and a few bars, including a disco. A kids' club organizes activities for
children, and live entertainment is provided in an outdoor amphitheater. Several outdoor activities are offered, including beach volleyball,
tennis, and archery. The hotel has a bright fitness center with outdated machines, and a spa offering beauty and massage treatments, plus a whirlpool tub. There are an Internet room (for a fee), a souvenir shop,
and an excursion desk where guests can book trips for a fee.
