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Your Sotavento Islands Holiday

Our Sotavento Islands holiday packages take the stress out of travel planning. Whether you're visiting to experience its culture or something else, adventure awaits around every corner in this destination. A trip to Sotavento Islands wouldn't be complete without spending some time in its most well-known cities, starting with Praia. A couple of the most popular attractions here include Quebra Canela Beach and Dona María Pia Lighthouse. São Filipe is another favourite with Sotavento Islands travellers. Visitors to this destination love Museu Municipal and Church Our Lady of Conception. Start packing your bags, because your Sotavento Islands holiday is just a few clicks away with Expedia.

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Sotavento Islands Essential Information

Language
Portuguese
Currency
Cape Verdean escudos
Local Welcome
Olá
Local Goodbye
Adeus
Closest Airport
Praia Intl. Airport (RAI)
Top Sights
Tarrafal Beach, Prainha Beach and Mangue Beach

Our pick of the best Sotavento Islands Hotel Deals

Barceló Praia Cape Verde

Barceló Praia Cape Verde

5 out of 5
Av. Rotary International Praia Praia
The price is AU$303 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$303
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (104 reviews)
Friendly helpful staff, good location, great pool and deck and a big comfy room with a nice view over the bay and the town, what’s not to love!?!

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Barceló Praia Cape Verde
Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel

Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel

4 out of 5
Prainha, Cidade Da Praia Praia Santiago
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$310 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
AU$310
4 Mar - 5 Mar
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (261 reviews)
Good hotel with decent facilities. Nice rooms, pool is a salt one, makes swimming a bit tough. Staff at front desk were excellent and the rest were good without being particularly friendly. Food was ok, breakfast fine without being exceptional. Marked it a 4 because for the cost and bar prices etc ...

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel
Hotel Vip Praia

Hotel Vip Praia

4 out of 5
Avenida Jorge Barbosa Praia
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
8.2/10 Very Good! (281 reviews)
Staff went above and beyond to help solve a problem I had. Room was clean and comfortable and hotel location was convenient, next to restaurants and grocery store.

Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025

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Dona María Pia Lighthouse

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.

Dona María Pia Lighthouse

Frequently asked questions

Can I cancel my flight booking to Sotavento Islands due to COVID-19?
Many airlines now offer more flexibility due to COVID-19. Our Customer Service Portal will help you answer most queries about flight changes or cancellations. It's also good to check the terms and conditions of your airfare — preferably before purchasing your tickets!
What's the best way to find cheap flights to Sotavento Islands that have flexible change policies?
It's quick and easy with Expedia. Step 1: Type in your travel details and hit "Search." Second step: Check the "No change fee" box directly under the "Flexible change policies" heading on the left-hand side of your screen. Step 3. Nab a flexible and cheap fare to Sotavento Islands.
What are some of the general tips for travellers to Sotavento Islands during the COVID-19 outbreak?
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected how the world works in so many ways, including our approach to travel. The following tips will help you better understand these new challenges and get you ready for your journey to Sotavento Islands:
  • Research if any travel restrictions apply to your origin and destination before locking in a flight. Also check if there are any conditions you'll need to follow on arrival, such as testing and quarantining.
  • You're required to wear a face mask throughout your travel experience, including at security checkpoints. You should be prepared to adjust your mask for identification purposes when asked.
  • Do not hand your boarding pass (electronic or paper) directly to a TSA officer. Rather, you should place the pass on the scanner and then hold it up for inspection.
  • You can take one container of hand sanitizer up to 12 oz (350 ml) in your carry-on baggage. You'll have to remove it for screening.
  • Put any personal items (like your phone and wallet) in your carry-on instead of a bin to minimize handling during screening.
  • Transport any food items in a clear plastic bag and also put them in a screening bin. Keeping your food separate from your carry-on means it's less likely a TSA agent will need to open your bag for inspection.

Which airlines fly to Sotavento Islands?
Let TAP Air Portugal get you there. This leading carrier runs 60 services per month to Praia Intl. Airport (RAI), a Sotavento Islands gateway.
How can I find cheap tickets to Sotavento Islands?
You'll always nab an awesome deal with Expedia, but our "flexible dates" search function makes it even easier. Enter your preferred flight date, then check the flexible dates box above to reveal the cheapest prices for nearby days. was the best price for a flight to Sotavento Islands in the last seven days.
How much is a flight to Sotavento Islands?
If you were flying one way from (), you could've snapped up a bargain fare for in the last seven days. Return flights to Sotavento Islands ranged from only to over the same period.
What are the most popular airports to fly into in Sotavento Islands?
Jet into Praia Intl. Airport (RAI) and sample all that Sotavento Islands has to offer. As the region's main entry point, approximately 212 flights land here each month.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Sotavento Islands?
If you'd prefer to spend your holiday savings experiencing the delights of Sotavento Islands rather than on flying there, take off earlier in the week. The most affordable day to travel is normally Tuesday, with Monday coming in second. With many people travelling on the weekend, Saturday tends to have the most expensive airfares.
How much is a plane ticket to Sotavento Islands?
In the last seven days, airfares to Sotavento Islands fluctuated between and . The early bird catches the worm, so find a terrific deal today.

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