Simabo's Backpackers' Hostel

"Excellent value for money and very clean. A big plus is that the staff speak English, which isn't very common in Mindelo. Just a heads-up: after booking, you’ll receive a message from the hotel asking for a deposit/guarantee."

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"Helpful staff. Receptionists speak fluent English. Can get info about everything in town."

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"Showed up to some confusion with a last-minute booking, because apparently all the beds were taken. A friendly receptionist guided me to a nearby apartment where I found a dorm bed, kitchen, single bathroom and a small herd of affectionate cats. One of the hostel volunteers there promptly invited me for a spaghetti dinner, which is really the main reason I'm not going to complain that my stay looked nothing like what was advertised."

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"The hostel is a charity and all the money goes into dog rescue. Located close to the center and main attractions. Good for young people to connect and hang out together."

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"I really like the concept of this place. It's affordable, and the proceeds go to the animals. The terrace in our room was great. There was a super cute cat tablecloth on the table."

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"Close to harbour, and beach. Spacious room, even had a balcony and private bathroom. Rooms clean and bedding fresh. Kitchen facilities if required, group room with games. One house cat, though others appear at the back door at breakfast time. Sylvia helped with any problems such as ferry times. Extremely lovely welcome, quick response to messages. Lovely place to stay."

"Odd area tired, but most money is put into the animal rescue charity."

"Good, comfortable stay. It's well-located in a nice neighbourhood, a short walk from the town centre and not far from the ferry port. My dorm had just 2 single beds in it and there was a nice lounge area as well as a fully equipped kitchen, including a fridge and kettle."

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"a goood buzz to the place where you easily meet and talk to others"

"no window in the room and a room beyond used our room as their passage way"

"Amazing stay! I really felt at home. Silvia welcomed me as if we had known each other for a lifetime, giving me all the information I needed and incredibly valuable advice. I had a wonderful time. The property is beautiful and clean, and the room I shared was on the second floor with a fantastic shared terrace offering stunning views. The area is quiet, yet all services are just a short walk from the beach and the town center. Highly recommended!.. …and the cause they support is fantastic! Very good vibes!"

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"Apart from being a hostel, they are a animal shelter/ charity for straight animal and the owner has her own veterinary clinic which is very lovely."

"The shared bathroom was very dirty."