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El Momo Cottages

Property class: 3

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A wooden deck with lounge chairs and a table, overlooking a scenic view of the ocean and lush greenery. - El Momo Cottages (Windward Side)
A cluster of houses with red roofs, surrounded by dense greenery and trees. - El Momo Cottages (Windward Side)
A cozy room with a wooden table and chairs, a bed, and a window overlooking greenery. - El Momo Cottages (Windward Side)
A pool surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the ocean. - El Momo Cottages (Windward Side)
A lush green landscape with a pool, a red-roofed building, and a view of the ocean. - El Momo Cottages (Windward Side)
You can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities at El Momo Cottages. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry

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Room options

View all photos for Standard Cottage, 2 Twin Beds, Private Bathroom, Ocean View

A room with a sloped ceiling, a window with blue curtains, a wall-mounted mirror, and a hat hanging on the wall.

Standard Cottage, 2 Twin Beds, Private Bathroom, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Cottage, 2 Twin Beds, Kitchenette, Ocean View

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a potted plant.

Superior Cottage, 2 Twin Beds, Kitchenette, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Windward Side is home to El Momo Cottages. Dutch Museum of Saba and Fort Oranje are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mt Scenery and Sulfur Mine. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as scuba diving. Visit our Windward Side travel guide
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Booby Hill, Windward Side, Saba

What's nearby

  • Saba Heritage Center
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Harry L Johnson Museum
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Jo Bean Glass Art Studio
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Dutch Museum of Saba
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cove Bay Beach
    7 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Saba (SAB-Juancho E. Yrausquin)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Hideaway Bar And Restaurant
    10 min walk
  • Saba Arawak Hotel
    16 min walk
  • Gate Zero
    9 min drive
  • The Saba Flight Deck
    7 min drive
  • Tropics Café
    10 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 9.50 to 19.50 for adults and USD 9.50 to 19.50 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during September:
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 20 per night

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 9.50 to 19.50 for adults, and USD 9.50 to 19.50 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20 per night

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; cash is not accepted
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

This property does not have elevators

Property class

This property does not have a Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Frequently asked questions

Does El Momo Cottages have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is El Momo Cottages pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at El Momo Cottages?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at El Momo Cottages?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is El Momo Cottages located?

Situated in Windward Side, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Saba Heritage Center, Dutch Museum of Saba, and Harry L Johnson Museum. Jo Bean Glass Art Studio and Mt Scenery are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

El Momo Cottages Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 62 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique place overviewing the hills of Saba. Not a high class place to stay (in accordance with the rates), but everything is just good! Charming place, good service, good amenities, wonderful staff. I had a joyful stay and a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was great and super friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Was exactly as described, remote location with lots of stairs - well worth the walk, scenery was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Loved my stay at El Momo! It's rustic and a climb up the 60 steps, but the views are amazing, Andries was helpful and welcoming, and it's SO peaceful. Definitely not a chain hotel, but if you're looking for a quiet, quaint cottage and don't mind a frog or gecko passing through - it's wonderful! The Sunshine cottage has a shower overlooking the ocean and was perfect!
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The hosts were wonderful. Very knowledgable about the island and very willing ot help and answer any questions. The accommodations were perfect. That being said, if you didn't read, THIS IS ECO TOURISM. Knowing that, I was expecting a little less, but this place was fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun and Eco Friendly

I had a wonderful visit at El Momo. I was in Saba for hiking and the cottages were nestled into the woods, giving the perfect setting for enjoying the natural surroundings. The view from the cottages was amazing, the pool was a perfect spot to relax after a day out. The staff was helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities
We had a great weekend in Saba. The owners were very nice and welcoming and the cottages were comfortable. Near lovely restaurants and shops, and close to the trails. Breakfast was great and pool refreshing. Only downside was the noise at night from neighborhood dogs barking and early roosters. We did not sleep well.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Mountain view

Nice owners who were very helpful and friendly. Beautiful view from my little house. Bathroom was separate from the room and a bit simple and basic. Swimming pool was good.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved this place, even if part of the appeal was in knowing that other people would be too spoiled or uptight to deal with the long stairs, the uphill walk home from the restaurants, the composting toilet, the occasional visit from the cat, etc. The proprietors are very sincere, personable and helpful and have a great sense of humor. Prices are better than fair. The pool is a great asset and the breakfasts are solid. If you think of the rooms as forest cabins instead of a "hotel," it feels glamorous. We heartily recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great views from our cottage, and the whole property. The owners Andries and Eva are nice and really working hard to make this work. But everything is old and needs work. That said this is a place in the middle of nature and of course there are bugs and butterflies. The breakfast they serve is just great and well priced. And how they try to be eco friendly is appreciated, but if all would be cleaner it would be better.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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I like the idea. Not really practical FOR ME for an extended stay. However, the experience is a must try! Owner/staff was extremely friendly with a sense of humor. He made me feel safe & at home. Overall, I love the experience. For my first time on Saba, I would have done nothing differently.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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DOG. BARKING. ALL. DAY.

I rely heavily on reviews to decide where I want to stay and this review will reflect the pros and cons. Scenery is beautiful, the pool is amazing, the hosts are amazing, the grounds are amazing. Excellent location, beautiful view, accommodations are exceptionally clean and exactly what they claim to be, which is very minimalist. If you're going to be hiking or scuba diving during the day or doing something during the day, this is a great spot. If you plan on staying there and lounging by the pool and reading a book there is a neighbor dog that barks ALL DAY LONG. Not occasionally, it barks constantly from 6:30am to 8:00pm, NONSTOP! We booked for 7 days and relocated after 3 days. The dog barking was more than we could take. We wanted peace, quiet, and Silence, as the sign says. There was no silence. If a barking dog doesn't bother you then this is absolutely the place for you. We loved every aspect except the barking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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El Momo Cottage is a simple basic place you will love, if you just want to take a break and go back to basic. The wooden cabin located in hill with an awesome view. I return home fully rested and recharged. Just by staying there. Definitely I'm going back. It's my retraer in the unspoiled queen called Saba
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved this place as so simply beautiful and relaxed. Not suitable if struggle with mobility as located up a steep hill / steps ... But worth the view.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff is fantastic! Cabins are simple, clean and comfortable. Breakfast was delicious.The views are amazing! Be prepared to climb to enjoy the views. Lots of stairs but worth it!
Stairs to El Momo
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to relax and chill - please remember and note the description! - ratings are relative and subjective!! - if you rate it compared to a 5-star luxury hotel in the US - rating should be one star
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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One of the best view in town. Andries and Eva are very nice, honest and reliable hosts. But take their warning about the steps seriously, when you book. Our cottage was 109 steps from the road, so travel light.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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El Momo is the kind of place that people who are into Eco tourism will truly enjoy. The bed was comfortable, the staff is very friendly and helpful, the location is on a mountainside embedded in a tropical forest, and the view from the balcony is spectacular. We came to Saba to experience a tropical island, and El Momo was the perfect place to stay. A little warning though,you will have to climb stairs, the frogs will sing all night, and the iguanas might nibble on your food. If that is not a problem for you, I highly recommend staying at El Momo.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Perfect especially if you want to meditate

Awesome! at first I thought it will be uncomfortable due it is all the way up in the mountains surrounded by plants and insects. I was surprised no musquitos or what so ever during the night. Without air conditioning but each room has a ventilator and is pretty chill in the night hours since Saba is surrounded by plants and the ECO systems worked good!! I recommend this place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
mosquitos you had to climb 80 slippery steps to climb to reach to tiny room they call cottage one night strange voices of man and woman when i was told that only one or two people lived in mosquitoes bites whole body criquet sounds all night /cant sleep to reach toilet at night walk down 4 to 5 slippery steps in rain jungle like environment i was forced to leave after staying 3 nights and flnd better hotel and pay again for rest in Saba till 13 sept i complained to expedia customer service and they requested refund from cottabe peolple but no reply yet
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Amenities
Le cadre est vraiment merveilleux dans la nature avec cette vue imprenable sur les falaises et l’océan. Malheureusement beaucoup de chiens aux environs et des aboiements réguliers jour et nuit ont perturbé le calme. Andries est très agréable et dynamique ! Petit dej avec vue fantastique !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Personnel accueillant et très accommodant. Magnifique vue qui vaut la montée des marches. On se sent en nature. Chambre simple, mais qui comporte tout le nécessaire avec un souci du détail. Bon rapport qualité prix.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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I loved the view, the outdoor sink.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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This is one of the best eco-lodges I've stayed in. First, don't let the stairs scare you off: if you're in moderately decent shape, the climb is not at all bad. After making your way up, you arrive at a lovely pool deck: the pool is fed with rainwater collected from the property. The water is very soft, chlorine-free, and so refreshing after a day of hiking and exploring Saba. Andries, the owner, is incredibly friendly and helpful: he knows the island in and out and can point you to variety of restaurants, things to do, etc. The simple but clean dining area has an amazing view overlooking the ocean: if you're lucky, you can grab a beer or glass of wine from the honor bar and catch the sunset from there. I stayed in the Lizard Room, a suite of four separate spaces: the room itself, a covered outdoor sink, a small room with a shower and toilet, and a private deck also overlooking the ocean. The room was simple but very comfortable: between a fan and the elevation, there was no real need for air conditioning. Though there's such a seamless blending of indoor and outdoor space, everything is immaculate and well cared for. In terms of location, El Momo is only about a ten minute walk from the heart of Windward Side, where you can dine, shop, and begin your hike up Mt. Scenery. I would gladly return on a future visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022