Photo of Sao Tome Beach with brown sand surface

Photo of Sao Tome Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Sao Tome Beach with spacious bay

Photo of Sao Tome Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Sao Tome Beach located in natural area

7.3

Good

Sao Tome Beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Sao Tome Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Sao Tome Beach.There are 3 restaurants nearby.Leblon Café is the closest place located 4300 meters from the beach.

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Sao Tome Beach?

There are 226 places to stay in the Sao Tome Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Sao Tome Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1633823&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel Cesaria</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8458926&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">In The Heart Of Praia - Family B&B</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=10267323&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">My Flat</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8050736&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Family Apartment</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7830249&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Cubico Tota</a></li></ul>

Praia, Cape Verde

#35 out of 62 in Sao Tome

7.3

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Brown sand Sand bottom Fully waves protected Short walking distance

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Located outside the settlement

Sao Tome • 0.9 km

Map of beach

Cafe Leblon Café

8.2 - Very good 4km

Cafe Torrefactora Santiago (Cafes de Cabo Verde)

6 - Pleasant 4.6km

Cafe EB

10 - Exceptional 4.7km

Bar Restaurante Doña Patricia

8.2 - Very good 4.8km

Bar Espaço Son

7.6 - Very good 4.9km

Bar Ink Lounge - Incredible Bar, Lda

5.1km

Bar Ba Tra Bar

6.6 - Good 5.1km

Cafe Achadinha

6.4 - Pleasant 5.2km

Bar Bar Juon

8.2 - Very good 5.3km

Tourist Attraction Praia de Portinho

8.4 - Very good 5km

Tourist Attraction Panorama

5.2km

Tourist Attraction Casa da Arte

10 - Exceptional 5.4km

Tourist Attraction Museu Etnográfico da Praia

8.2 - Very good 5.4km

Tourist Attraction Associação dos artesões da Ilha de Santiago

10 - Exceptional 5.6km

Tourist Attraction Miradouro do Cruzeiro

8 - Very good 5.8km

Tourist Attraction Presidential Palace

8.4 - Very good 5.9km

Tourist Attraction Rock of Praia

10 - Exceptional 6km

Tourist Attraction Núcleo Museológico da Praia

8 - Very good 6.3km

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About

Sao Tome Beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 35th place out of 62 beaches in the Cape Verde region 6.1 km away from its center, the city of Praia. It is one of the beaches of Sao Tome settlement, just 0.9 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains.

It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and brown sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Sao Tome Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia de Sao Francisco, which has a rating of 7.8.

Sao Tome Beach (Cape Verde) is located outside the Sao Tome settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the coast of the Santiago island and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Sao Tome Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+25 ^o C +22 ^o C

Air temperature

7.2 M/S

Wind

+25 ^o C

Water temperature

2 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Sao Tome • 0.9 km

Map of beach

Cafe Leblon Café

8.2 - Very good 4km

Cafe Torrefactora Santiago (Cafes de Cabo Verde)

6 - Pleasant 4.6km

Cafe EB

10 - Exceptional 4.7km

Bar Restaurante Doña Patricia

8.2 - Very good 4.8km

Bar Espaço Son

7.6 - Very good 4.9km

Bar Ink Lounge - Incredible Bar, Lda

5.1km

Bar Ba Tra Bar

6.6 - Good 5.1km

Cafe Achadinha

6.4 - Pleasant 5.2km

Bar Bar Juon

8.2 - Very good 5.3km

Tourist Attraction Praia de Portinho

8.4 - Very good 5km

Tourist Attraction Panorama

5.2km

Tourist Attraction Casa da Arte

10 - Exceptional 5.4km

Tourist Attraction Museu Etnográfico da Praia

8.2 - Very good 5.4km

Tourist Attraction Associação dos artesões da Ilha de Santiago

10 - Exceptional 5.6km

Tourist Attraction Miradouro do Cruzeiro

8 - Very good 5.8km

Tourist Attraction Presidential Palace

8.4 - Very good 5.9km

Tourist Attraction Rock of Praia

10 - Exceptional 6km

Tourist Attraction Núcleo Museológico da Praia

8 - Very good 6.3km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

5.1km from the beach

My Flat

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Sao Tome • 4.6km from center

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5.3km from the beach

8.8 Excellent

Hotel Cesaria

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Sao Tome • 4.6km from center

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5.3km from the beach

8.4 Very good

Family Apartment

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Sao Tome • 4.4km from center

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5.3km from the beach

8.8 Excellent

Cubico Tota

Homestay

Located at nearest locality

Sao Tome • 4.6km from center

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5.4km from the beach

Turimart- Turismo e Arte Marinharia, Sociedade Unipessoal, lda

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Sao Tome • 4.6km from center

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5.6km from the beach

7.7 Very good

Best Rooms- Quarto 4 Plateau

Homestay

Located at nearest locality

Sao Tome • 5km from center

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5.6km from the beach

8.2 Very good

Best Rooms - Quarto 1 Plateau

Homestay

Located at nearest locality

Sao Tome • 5km from center

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5.6km from the beach

7.2 Good

Best Rooms - Quarto 3 Plateau

Homestay

Located at nearest locality

Sao Tome • 5km from center

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5.6km from the beach

Amilcar Cabral Loft

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Sao Tome • 5km from center

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5.6km from the beach

8.4 Very good

Christian Place

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Sao Tome • 5km from center

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5.6km from the beach

Ana Place

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Sao Tome • 5km from center

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5.6km from the beach

8.3 Very good

In The Heart Of Praia - Family B&B

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Sao Tome • 5km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.4 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

2km

Praia de Sao Francisco Praia de Sao Francisco

7.8 Very good

5.2km

Praia de Portinho Praia de Portinho

7.7 Very good

5.8km

Praia Negra Praia Negra

5.8 Pleasant

6.6km

Praia de Gamboa Praia de Gamboa

7.9 Very good

7.3km

Prainha Beach Prainha Beach

7.7 Very good

7.7km

Quebra Canela Quebra Canela

8.4 Very good

11.9km

Praia Baixo Praia Baixo

7.1 Good

15.2km

Praia de Mangue Praia de Mangue

7 Good

Localities

Nearest

Sao Tome • 940m

Main locality of province

Praia • 6.1km

Transport

Airport

RAI • 2.2km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7.3 Good

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Average Reviews rating

7.3 Good

Lison Pereira

3 Poor

This beach is a real snooze fest. The water is murky and uninviting, making it difficult to even consider taking a dip. To make matters worse, hardly anyone even bothers to come here. It's like a ghost town by the sea. Save yourself the trouble and find a more lively spot to enjoy your day.

March 2023

Nicolette Reyes

5 Tolerable

As I sauntered down to the shore, I couldn't help but admire the picturesque view of the beach. The serene ambiance was just what I needed to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. However, my excitement was short-lived as I dipped my toes into the water and was greeted by a murky and grimy surprise. It's safe to say that the water was far from crystal clear. But hey, at least the beach looked nice, right?

March 2023

Ludella Rios

8 Very good

This serene beach is a hidden gem, with peaceful surroundings and a tranquil atmosphere that is seldom disturbed by crowds. The water is a bit murky, but that doesn't take away from the beauty of the shoreline. I personally prefer to take leisurely strolls with my furry companion, but the option to take a refreshing dip in the ocean is always there.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Sao Tome Beach?

The coastline of Sao Tome Beach is covered with brown sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Sao Tome Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Sao Tome Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Sao Tome Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable.

Sao Tome Beach is fully protected from waves.

There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Sao Tome Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Sao Tome Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Sao Tome Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Sao Tome Beach.

There are 3 restaurants nearby.Leblon Café is the closest place located 4300 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Sao Tome Beach?

There are 226 places to stay in the Sao Tome Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Sao Tome Beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Sao Tome Beach from parking?

The Sao Tome Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Sao Tome Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Sao Tome Beach is September. Its average value reaches 27°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 28°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 23°C and water 23°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Sao Tome Beach (Cape Verde) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Sao Tome Beach (Cape Verde) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.