Marriott Debuts in Cape Verde With São Vicente Resort
Marriott International has officially entered the Cape Verde market with the recent opening of the Four Points by Sheraton São Vicente Resort. Located above Laginha Beach in the cultural hub of Mindelo, the new property represents the company’s 500th operating select service hotel within the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region.
The 127-room resort features a design inspired by local architecture and Mindelo’s musical heritage, incorporating wooden furniture, patterned cement tile flooring, and a curated art collection including works by Raya Salman, Joe Wuerfel, and local Cape Verdean artists.
“Cape Verde is known for its vibrant spirit, natural beauty and growing global appeal, making it an exciting addition to our network of global destinations,” said Sandra Schulze-Potgieter, Vice President, Premium, Select & Midscale Brand Management, EMEA, Marriott International. “São Vicente is the ideal destination for us to introduce Four Points by Sheraton’s first resort in the region, offering an authentic sense of place paired with breathtaking vistas along with the brand’s genuine service, comfort and modern style.”
Food and beverage facilities at the resort include Bayview restaurant for all-day international dining, the Ocean Lounge poolside social hub, and a soon-to-open rooftop Skybar. For leisure, guests can enjoy an infinity edge pool, the Essência spa with four treatment rooms, a sauna, Turkish steam bath, and a fitness centre with ocean views – while business travellers can make use of a conference centre with three meeting rooms and multi-purpose event spaces. The property also has a first-floor skybridge providing direct access to Laginha beach, as well as the brand’s signature Best Brews programme, which highlights local craft beer.
According to Schulze-Potgieter, Marriott’s select service segment now accounts for more than 30 percent of the company’s EMEA portfolio. “This 500th milestone opening underscores the strong demand for consistent and modern hospitality in the region and reflects the power and credibility of our brands in the segment,” she added.
