A lovely little guesthouse with a charming host, Mary. The breakfast, served on the balcony, is both generous and delicious!

Stayed in March 2025

A "musical" bed making sounds after each my movement. The water temperature in the shower is good for hardening the body. A TV set was on holidays in my room.

A clean room. A hearty, sweet breakfast served on the terrace with stunning views of the ocean and the neighbouring island. Daily, except on Sundays, room cleaning. Friendly, helpful staff. Quick check-in and check-out. A free welcoming drink, even I didn't find time to taste it.

Stayed in January 2025

The Hotel is a bit far from the center. Beds are a bit small

The owner was very friendly a d helpfull with tours etc. It helps if you speak french . The great breakfast at the rooftopterrace was a highlight in our holiday.

Stayed in January 2025

No fan or AC in my room, a bit disappointing when you're on a tropical island. I was told there was hot water only in the morning but I had to take all my morning showers cold, no hot water Location outside of town is not ideal, especially if you don't have a car

Friendly host. Very generous and delicious breakfast

Stayed in December 2024

- Super friendly owner and very helpful - Place is very clean and wifi perfectly smooth - Good breakfast with regional foods served on a balkony with an amazing view

Stayed in March 2024

Very friendly reception. The lady was very helpful to arrange transport. Nice rooms and a very good breakfast.

Stayed in March 2024

There was nothing to dislike

Quiet location, 10minute walk into the centre of Port Novo. Fantastic island for hiking. Very friendly people. The owner Marie is a lovely person, nothing was too much trouble and she even helped me sort out my visa which was about to expire.

Stayed in February 2024

Friendly B&B place. Good breakfast

Stayed in January 2024

Warm water only in the morning, a lots of papers with info hanging all over the room and in the hall. Place a bit further away from centrum.

Nice friendly place, clean, well managed by the owner. Wifi was working okey, breakfast tasty.

Stayed in December 2023

Room didn't have AC and mosquito nets weren't working properly but just small details in an otherwise one night great stay as I had to catch the ferry very early in the morning.

Sandra is very friendly and helpful. Made me feel at home right away. Amazing breakfast! Such an amazing view from the patio.

Stayed in December 2023

Located outside the city center at the end of a dirt road, this is not the place to where you walk with a lot of luggage ... so good there are taxies who will take you there from the ferry terminal for 200 CVE :-) Feels safe though, and a walk to the city is about 15 minutes. The surrounding in general is not very inspiring, as it is partly deserted and partly occupied with half built houses. This is mostly a place to sleep or use as a base for activities other places. Security cameras all over the facility, inside and outside, which you'll simply have to disregard or else get paranoid. No elevator, so rooms and bar/breakfast available by stairs only.

The hostess, Marie, runs this beautiful little place and keeps it spotless like a rose in the desert. Very friendly and she makes a breakfast you would only dream of. We had a room with aircon, which we would recommend in general on CV, and it was clean and nice with an ok (but short) bed, a little fridge and a small bathroom with shower. Communication in English is a bit tricky, but nothing google translate couldn't solve and even with some good laughs :-D Lots of info available in the house if you want to go trekking ... which we weren't. We would definitely come back if in Porto Novo again!

Stayed in November 2023

The location might be slightly too far for walking to/from from the ferry terminal. For us it was ok.

Best breakfast during our whole trip to Cabo Verde! The owner is top professional, and you can clearly see that she invests time and money to make the pension a nice place. Highly recommend this pension.

Stayed in April 2023

Nothing!

Fantastic experience. Best hostess, well organized & kind, very helpful with helping to arrange a trip, taxis, etc. Just a lovely human! Really excellent breakfast, variety of things every day, great start to the day. Everything is super clean, well appointed, and nicely decorated - you can tell a lot of care goes into running the place. Good wifi throughout. Nice patio for relaxing. Location is in a peaceful neighbourhood but still just a short walk to everything (10m to centre of town). Hot water only in the morning but that was a non-issue, it goes til noon. And after noon in this weather you'd want a cold shower anyways ;) Definitely recommend taxi from the ferry port, it's only 2eu/200escudos and you save yourself the uphill walk with luggage. Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed in March 2023

Non

The hotess is super friendly and caring. She prepares everyday big and delicious breakfast. She cleans the room everyday which nomal hostel doesn't provide. The room is spotless and comfortable with view of mountains. I enjoy very much for my stay in Yria.

Stayed in March 2023

It is a bit far from the center but what is "far" in such a small town... It is not the most idyllic view but the city is not idyllic as such. If you want that you need to stay at a different place on the island.

I am writing this review 21.2.2023, more than 1 month after the end of my trip to Cabo Verde, so I will not remember all details: Good comfort, good breakfeast, a very friendly owner. No noise disturbances. Convenient to stay if you take the ferry next morning before returning your rental car for example.

Stayed in January 2023

Be aware that Google maps maybe showing the wrong way to the location. If you meet a neighbor who's try to sell you a very expensive deal for transfer don't do it. The accommodation is a bit afar as also in a unpaved roadside. Both is not the fault of the host so not considered a flaw of the accommodation itself. If you are unsure to make it by foot take a taxi for 300 CVE

The Host Miss S. is wonderful! A quick witted as also a well prepared Professional. The accommodation is in a pristine condition, it is basic but has nevertheless everything for your short term stay. Everything is spotless clean, neath and well maintained. Please ask Miss S. for any help or advice. Don't book any transfer etc. on the island without speaking to her. She knows how things go down, will book collectivos to the hiking trails for a local price.

Stayed in January 2023

I would recommend that people with mobility issues should contact the property in advance to ensure access arrangements are suitable.

My stay at Yria Residencial was almost like staying with a good friend of the family. I cannot find any reason not to return to enjoy the hospitality extended to me again. At very short notice the host arranged a fabulous whole day tour of the island of Santo Antao for me. Breakfast was a delight with plenty of choice including home baking. I look forward to my next visit.

Stayed in January 2023

Breakfast was amazing! We could even eat vegan. Also Sandra was very helpful on helping us to arrange the next night on another part of the island. She also gave us hints on to get money exchange and buy stuff on a public holiday. You can ask anything, if she does not know she will do her best to figure out.

Stayed in January 2023

None

Comfortable room and helpful host. The breakfast was plentiful and delicious.

Stayed in January 2023

Great service. Very cosy place!

Stayed in December 2022

A little bit isolated

The breakfast.

Stayed in November 2022

It was certainly the best stay in Cabo Verde. Nice, clean and comfortable space, super friendly and helpful hosts. Mind-blowing breakfasts! If I ever come again to the islands, there is no other place I would even consider to stay at. 10 stars!!!

Stayed in November 2022

The breakfast was really good and the owners were really pleasant

Stayed in October 2022

nothing to really complained about. facilities a little dates and could use a refresh - because of that the value for what you get was greatly decreased.

AC in the room .

Stayed in October 2022