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Sweet Guest House

2.5 star property
Guesthouse with a full-service spa, near Cathedral of São Tomé

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Vila Dolores n. 087, São Tomé, 183
  • Cathedral of São Tomé
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Estadio Nacional 12 de Julho
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • São Sebastião Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • São Tomé Island (TMS-São Tomé Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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Standard Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

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  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

São Tomé

Cathedral of São Tomé is a short stroll from Sweet Guest House, and other popular attractions like Estadio Nacional 12 de Julho are within a mile (2 km). This 15-room guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like a full-service spa, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Cloçon Téla Chocolate Factory - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cathedral of São Tomé - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Estadio Nacional 12 de Julho - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Palácio dos Congressos - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • São Sebastião Museum - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • São Tomé Island (TMS-São Tomé Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Xico's Café - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Café Camões - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪90 Graus - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Papa Figo - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Pico Mocambo - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Sweet Guest House

Guesthouse with a full-service spa, near Cathedral of São Tomé
A full-service spa, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas are featured at Sweet Guest House. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 7 per person one-way. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and tours/tickets. Other amenities at this spa guesthouse include coffee/tea in a common area, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Relax with a rainfall shower. Refrigerators, microwaves, and stovetops are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the guesthouse's full-service spa, Wele Health and Wellbeing. Services include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10 for adults and EUR 8 for children
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (39 inches high)
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 8.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately EUR 10 for adults and EUR 8 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 7 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 5 (one-way), (from 2 to 12 years old)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 8.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Mobile payment options include: PayPal.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit.
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the guesthouse at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Sweet Guest House Sao Tome Island
Sweet Sao Tome Island
Sweet Guest House Guesthouse Sao Tome Island
Sweet House house Sao Tome
Sweet Guest House São Tomé
Sweet Guest House Guesthouse
Sweet Guest House Guesthouse São Tomé

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Sweet Guest House?

Sweet Guest House provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do around Sweet Guest House?

This guesthouse is located in São Tomé, just steps from Cloçon Téla Chocolate Factory. You'll also find Cathedral of São Tomé and Estadio Nacional 12 de Julho less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Sweet Guest House?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Is a spa located at Sweet Guest House?

Wele Health and Wellbeing is the guesthouse's full-service spa and services include deep-tissue massages.

Does Sweet Guest House feature a casino?

No, Sweet Guest House doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sweet Guest House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Sweet Guest House?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a rainfall showerhead as well as a full-service spa and free evening reception.

Does Sweet Guest House have a hot tub?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Sweet Guest House feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Sweet Guest House offers breakfast (local cuisine) each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Sweet Guest House allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Sweet Guest House.

Does Sweet Guest House have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

How far is the airport from Sweet Guest House?

The closest major airport to Sweet Guest House is São Tomé Island (TMS-São Tomé Intl.), which is 3.4 mi away (12 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Sweet Guest House?

Yes, some accommodations at Sweet Guest House offer a balcony.

Sweet Guest House Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 44 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dean, Houston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very clean comfortable good value stay 10 mins walk from the centre of town. There is good WiFi and a laundry and small shop across the road.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and very well-maintained property
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

David

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

Reasonable option

This is about the only option for reasonably priced and reasonably comfortable lodging in Sao Tome. The location is not ideal for walking and the rooms are bare boned. Be sure to organize breakfast plans in advance. It looks like a buffet, but it’s only for those who have reserved it. All in all it’s not a bad choice for those who don’t want to pay resort prices.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Gary

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I didn't meet the owners but the staff were always friendly and helpful. I enjoyed my stay for business and would definitely consider staying here again. It would have been very helpful if the hotel information sheet in the rooms had informtaion about when the reception was open, details about the power availability during the day (none if the public power fails) and the reception itself had this and accurate information about the hotel wifi stuck on the window for when it's closed!
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Abdul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place with welcoming staff!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful to arrange airport transfers. Payments accepted via PayPal. Arrangement with nearby hotels to utilize their pools. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

MATHA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Accueil chaleureux et convivial. Grande disponibilité du personnel, professionnel et souriant
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mário

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice confortable room with acess to a nice kitchen in case you want to cook by yourself or just warm up a cup of tea... Nice staff except for the breakfast , not many options and not so nice young person ...
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

Great Hospitality

The staff at the guesthouse were incredibly friendly and helpful. It was very easy to communicate with them in English
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect place to stay when exploring São Tomé. The staff are very friendly and helpful. It is tucked away down a quiet lane right in the heart of São Tomé. Only negative is that the walls are quite thin between rooms. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jeff, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location close to walking downtown very reasonably priced staff was very accommodating good value for money you should also know that Sao Tome is very safe but be careful walking around town because the town goes dark at night with little street lights and there are many holes in the sidewalks
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Arthur , Grayshott UK

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

Very helpful staff, convenient location

Bemilton was excellent in advising us on our options of what to do and where to go. The guest house is very convenient for getting into the main town. This is a great base for exploring the island. Bemilton’s English is very good and he was always cheerful and enthusiastic about Sao Tome. The self catering option is good (and well equipped)
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Melanie

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

Excellent Value

Nice, clean spot for rest. We had a slight issue accessing the property to check in after midnight, and would have appreciated more communication on added costs like breakfast and a third person since we reserved a room for three people. Otherwise, it was an excellent value. Having stayed at an older hotel in town for three times the cost, we were thrilled with this find!

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

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

The best place you will find in São Tomé city

This is a unique guesthouse, where the typical traveller seeking to explore São Tomé by himself will have a great staff looking forward to help you on getting the real local experience. I was also very happy to be offered the possibility to take a shower by the end of the day even when I had already checked out. I had a flight later that day back home so it was a very nice detail

10/10 Excellent

Reginald

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

The place to stay in Sao Tome

Just a nice cozy, clean hotel with excellent customer service. Will definitely come back again to stay.

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Senegal

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

Feels like Home

Apart from the great location and the good rates, Edner, Aurea and the team do a great job at helping travelers to Sao Tome & Principe find their way around. For me, this included helping me find a good deal on a rental car, recommending and even accompanying a group of us to a great local restaurant (5entidos) and helping me contact the airport when all the local STP flights were canceled. The atmosphere is friendly, familial and cosy.

10/10 Excellent

Diogo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fabian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super Unterkunft, die Schokoladenführung ein absolutes muss!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Fabian

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mit Liebe zum Detail ist diese Unterkunft genau das Richtige, um direkt nach der Ladung (Shuttleservice) oder eben vor Abflug durchzuatmen und sich zu orientieren. Obwohl man ein Frühstück buchen kann, wurde auch an eine vollständig ausgestattete Gästeküche. Beim Bett (Kissen und Matratze) ist leider doch ein wenig Luft nach oben. Dennoch absolute Weiterempfehlung
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022