Reviews of GENTE D'AQUI Ngê D'ai êê

The location facing the sea was perfect ! Warm welcome from João ! Thank you again ! Breakfast beyond expectations ! Tips received with great interest. We really enjoyed our stay here !

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Exceptional Stay! João is the perfect host and all the staff is very welcoming!

Gente d’aqui has an incredible location right next to the beautiful shore, with amazing views. The owner was incredibly helpful and went extra mile to help us organise additional activities. It is possible to get a massage on the property, which with the skilled massager, views, and sounds of waves was probably the best massage I ever had. There is a local bar right around the corner where we had a funny night with some great memories. Praia sete ondas just couple of minutes away with car, and boca do inferno is just couple of walking minutes away. All in all, I definitely recommend Gente d’aqui and love to return one day.

Everything was amazing, I only regret not staying longer.

The property is general is well-maintained and on top of the cliff with a beautiful view right outside the door. There is a small grassy area with some chairs and tables where you can sit. The breakfast was also very good with a nice personal touch of the staff. There are also some stairs so you can walk down to the water and rocks.

At night the noise of rain or random things falling on / blowing into the bungalow was very loud.

This is a true gem, perfect from start to finish. Nice relaxing view, working internet and Jao is the perfect host, taking time to talk and explain island life. Went to another place in the south after this which was totally opposite.

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The manager of the accommodation was of great help and knows a lot about the island.

Due to an unforeseen change of plans, we booked our stay just a few hours before arriving. Joao contacted me right away via WhatsApp to let us know he wouldn’t be there initially, but he made sure someone was expecting us and ready to greet us. This excellent communication continued throughout our stay. Joao’s hospitality was the standout—he was always available for anything we needed and genuinely cared that we had a great experience. He went out of his way to make sure everything was perfect. Breakfast was delicious, with fresh fruit, bread and eggs, (and even soya yoghurt—which he had gone out especially to get for me as a vegetarian) Our room had a beautiful view of the sea, and we could hear the waves crashing as we fell asleep—I slept really well here. The location is in a village, and although we don’t speak Portuguese, the locals were very friendly. We even enjoyed a drink at the local bar and felt very safe the entire time.

The only thing that could have made the stay even better would be if the large picture window in our room had a one-way mirror—we would have loved to sleep with the curtains open and wake up to that spectacular view.

The owners were extremely kind. They invited us to eat with them, booked us dinner in the village bar, bought us a bottle of palm wine when we said we wanted to try it. The view was also magnificent: you're 10 metres away from a deep blue sea and the glorious, crashing waves.

There isn't much to do when it rains (which seems to be every other day). The rooms have dim lighting, which makes it hard to read or hang out there, and there's only the breakfast area beyond that.

Great spot with amazing view from bed where waves will sing you to sleep. Located in the community but still isolated. People in the community are very friendly, local bar recommended to experience the vibes. Hosts Sara, her brother and Joao will do everything to make your stay unforgettable. They speak English as well.

Nice view and a very good breakfast

Just a bit too difficult going to the stone beach

Everything! Celia is absolutely great running this community based accommodation. Helpful for giving information. The place is overlooking the ocean and the cabanas have a huge window with the view of the sea. Tasty local breakfast, loads of fresh fruits. The rooms have a basic interior, mosquito nets are provided. As this is a place in the middle of a community staying there is an extremely immersive experience. The local people of Agua Ize are friendly and hospitable. We loved every minute.

It needs to be said that the place surrounding are noisy which could be a bit annoying to some people but the sounds of various animals, people working and the newly opened local small bar back doors just belongs to the daily life of the local people. The music in the bar was loud but only until 22:30 and after that it was quiet. We recommend to visit the local bar for a beer with the neighbors. Absolutely fantastic experience.

Stunning views over the cliffs to the ocean. Fan in room with en-suite shower and toilet. Lounging chairs and seating around the grounds. Also clothes lines to dry clothing. Free WiFi available. Good breakfast included. Celia, the owner, speaks English and was friendly and helpful. Could buy home-grown cacao and also clothing items for sale. Easy walking to Hellmouth and could wander round village. Restaurant for meals 750m away and walkable.

Great host and stunning views from property. Great and afordable dinners with fresh ingredients.

The location and the view is magnificent! The owner was extremely helpful and super nice with us! Very close to Boca de inferno and Roça de Agua Ize!

Beautiful scenery, very good English speaking host, excellent healthy food much of it home made.

Couldn't fault the place, easily best place we stayed on Sao Tome. Other places we stayed we were overcharged or no change given.

Everything was amazing. The owner of the property was extremely friendly and allows us to had the best experience of the island. Woke up with this amazing view and waves sound during the night it’s something special and I really want to come back. I recommend to everyone to stay in this place.

A superb location at the cliffs of Sao Tome. The room was big and clean, with good water pressure. There was even wifi in the room. Breakfast was ok.

We received no information beforehand and apparently had to reserve dinner a day before. As we couldn't eat at the hotel, we had to go out in the dark. We travelled by public transport and thus had to walk over muddy unlit roads.

Célia is an excellent host, 👌 with attention to detail and never too invasive, making everyone feel at paradise. The nice balance between the surrounding local community it is her persistent and refined work. And it elevates our experience with the locals. Breakfast is nice and delicious, and we had dinner cooked by a local woman. It amazed us how delicious and surprising it was. The location near the sea is memorable and top-notch! The management of all facilities, cleaning, etc, is well organized. Highly recommended 👌

The low light inside the room was not sufficient enough to read at night.

The location is perfect, so close to the see, capital and some main sights, also easy to drive to other parts of the island. Calm location, although directly next to a local community, which we much appreciated. The facilities are simple, very ecological, but all we wished for was available. Good breakfast and dinner. Celia, the owner, is super helpful and arranges whatever needed.

Beautiful spot and superb host. Celia was so kind to us as unfortunately we were unwell when we arrived, so she kindly offered tea and soup to help us recover. It is clear she works incredibly hard to make every stay special. We will forever remember your and your team's generosity Celia, thank you

Setting on a bluff with a breathtaking ocean view! Walking down the stairs, there is a private beach and swimming pools. The garden was green, well kept, very relaxing.

Our hosts Célia and her cats and dogs made sure to make our stay very pleasant. The very large garden and the bungalows are decorated with care, and make it comfortable to spend some peaceful and quiet time in there. Célia cooked us a very tasty local dish dinner. People in the community around are very friendly.

The environment was noisy during the night, as waves crashed very loudly on the reef right in front of the bungalow, even though the sea was relatively quiet. The cliff on the side seems to be amplifying the noise. There is no mosquito net in the room with single beds. This was not a problem during our stay in the dry season, but might be one when it's more humid.