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Happy Day Hotel

Property class: 4.5

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A wooden deck with metal poolside railings leading into a clear blue pool. - Happy Day Hotel (Praia)
A modern lobby with a staircase, seating area, and a sign for a restaurant/bar. - Happy Day Hotel (Praia)
A rooftop bar with a sunset mural, wooden bar counter, and outdoor seating. - Happy Day Hotel (Praia)
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "Happy Day Hotel". - Happy Day Hotel (Praia)
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, and a mountain mural on the wall. - Happy Day Hotel (Praia)
At Happy Day Hotel, you can look forward to free self-serve breakfast, a poolside bar, and a coffee shop/cafe. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a body treatment, or a facial at the onsite spa. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a window with a view of a building and a balcony.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Mountain view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk, and a lamp.

DOUBLE CLASSIC

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

DOUBLE Accessible KING SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 4

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wall art piece.

SINGLE CLASSIC

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Praia, Happy Day Hotel is connected to a shopping center. Museu Etnográfico de Praia and Tabanka Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Diogo Gomes Statue and Dona María Pia Lighthouse. Centro Cultural Português and Grandvaux Barbosa National Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Visit our Praia travel guide
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Palmarejo Grande,, Praia, Praia, 876

What's nearby

  • Estadio da Varzea
    5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Alexandre Albuquerque Square
    5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Prainha Beach
    5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Museu Etnográfico de Praia
    6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Quebra Canela Beach
    6 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

  • Santiago Island (RAI-Praia Intl.)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Boss Burger
    3 min drive
  • Padaria Cafe Do Fogo
    18 min walk
  • Beramar Grill
    4 min drive
  • Osteria N°3
    6 min drive
  • Kebra Cabana
    6 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Bar por do sol
  • Bar Principal

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,076 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open select days
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Elevator (37 inch wide door)
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: EUR 2900

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 25.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 17 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: EUR 2900 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 25.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Does Happy Day Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Happy Day Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Happy Day Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Happy Day Hotel?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for EUR 2900 (subject to availability).

Where is Happy Day Hotel located?

Situated near the airport, this luxury hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Quebra Canela Beach, Estadio da Varzea, and National Library of Cape Verde. Prainha Beach and Alexandre Albuquerque Square are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Happy Day Hotel Reviews

6.4

8.0

Cleanliness

6.0

Amenities

7.4

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 11 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Sergio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good place to stay but it is a bit far from the city center. I had difficulty getting a taxi. The room was good but the bathroom had no hot water or shampoo. Overall it was good but needs improvement.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Konstantinos

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I chose it for having a restaurant and a roof top bar with a pool. It turns out the restaurant had only two options (rice or pasta) and the bar was closed. The pool is so small it has no use. The room was ok but many things were missing, like hand soap or even some water to drink. The staff barely speaks any English, hard to communicate. The breakfast was pathetic. NOT recommended
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice, CV owned property with hot water and pleasant staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wanderley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Isaul

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This hotel has the potential to be great, but the management clearly lacks the ability to run the property properly or train staff to meet basic hospitality standards. I am honestly surprised this hotel is rated 4.5 stars; in my opinion, it should not be rated higher than three stars. The staff are unprofessional and poorly trained, and the hotel has numerous operational issues. It takes approximately 15 minutes for hot water to come through in the shower. Basic amenities were missing—there was not enough soap to shower properly, and no complimentary bottle of drinking water was provided. My check-in experience was unacceptable. I was initially given a room that was clearly used and messy. No one accompanied me to the room or explained how anything worked. I then had to return to reception to report the issue, after which I was given another room—still not the room category I had booked. It was only the following day, after speaking directly with management, that I was finally moved to the room I had originally reserved. Overall, the experience was extremely disappointing. Poor management, lack of training, and constant issues make this hotel feel chaotic and disorganized. At its current standard, this place is simply a disaster. It was that bad that I checked out one day before..
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Hasan

Frühstück sehr mager, 3 h vorher essen bestellt und trotzdem 2h später essen bekommen
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Emma

Disliked: Amenities
De ting der står de har eksempelvis poolbar er ikke eksisterende, personalet virkede i første omgang ikke til rigtig og ville hjælpe. Lidt slidt og beskidt ud over værelset som var i fin stand. Derudover ligger hotellet direkte op af en byggeplads dører og det larmede fra kl 8 om morgenen til 8 om aftenen alt i alt ikke en så god oplevelse
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Le personnel (réception) pas très sympathique et pas très honnête.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Neusa l.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Neusa l.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Muito bom

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ludmar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023