Pousada Tia Preta

The room had everything we needed, including a fridge, air conditioning, and a balcony facing the street. Service was warm and helpful, and the place had a great vibe. Prices were affordable compared with other inns nearby. The location is excellent, close to the port and the first beach, with several bars on the same street offering well-priced drinks and meals.

The building is limited and reminds me of tenement housing. The air conditioner was noisy, there was no TV in the room, and the shower was all or nothing, either much too cold or too hot. Flushing the toilet or turning on the sink tap made the shower lose water. Breakfast tasted good, but was very basic. With these shortcomings, the place would work better as a "hostel".

My wife and I spent a weekend here for three nights in mid-November. It’s a simple place in a peaceful area, though it has excellent amenities. The owners are genuinely kind and helpful, and the hospitality and cleanliness stood out. If you need anything, just ask. I really felt at home.

When I arrived with my Booking reservation, I was met with a surprised, “You really have a reservation?” I’d contacted them a week earlier and been told everything was fine, but it turned out someone had been put in my room. The couple in charge sorted it out and found us another room for the first night. Breakfast was basic, though the couple who looked after us were nice.