Barcelo Marine Boa Vista, Boa Vista

Barceló Marine Boa Vista – Adults Only is ideal for couples and adult travellers looking for a relaxed beach holiday with a calm, contemporary atmosphere and an easy all-inclusive concept. The feel of the resort is laid-back and grown-up, focused on sunshine, sea views and unhurried days by the pool, rather than high-energy entertainment. The main highlights are its beachfront setting, modern design, adults-only environment and simple, good-value approach to dining and drinks. The hotel is located on the seafront at Praia da Cruz, close to the centre of Sal Rei on the island of Boa Vista in Cape Verde. Barceló Marine Boa Vista – Adults Only

Deluxe Room. These rooms measure approximately 30 square metres, around 323 square feet, and are designed as bright, modern spaces with a private terrace. They accommodate a maximum of two adults. Bedding is typically either one king-size bed or two single beds, depending on availability. Key features include air conditioning, a minibar, a safe, television, hairdryer and a contemporary bathroom with shower. These rooms are best suited to guests who plan to spend most of their time outdoors or around the resort.

Deluxe Pool View Room. With the same size of around 30 square metres or 323 square feet, these rooms offer views over the pool area from the terrace. They can accommodate up to three adults. Bed configurations are generally one king-size bed or two single beds, with an additional sleeping option where occupancy allows. Facilities mirror the standard Deluxe Room, with air conditioning, minibar, safe and modern bathroom, but with a livelier outlook during the day.

Deluxe Sea View Room. These rooms also measure approximately 30 square metres or 323 square feet and feature a terrace with direct views of the Atlantic Ocean. They can accommodate up to three adults. Bedding is usually either a king-size bed or twin beds. The main appeal is the sea-facing position, ideal for guests who value light, breeze and ocean views alongside the standard in-room comforts such as air conditioning, minibar and safe.

Junior Suite. Junior Suites offer more space at around 40 square metres, approximately 431 square feet, and include a defined lounge area in addition to the sleeping space. They accommodate up to three adults. Bedding arrangements vary but are typically a double or king-size bed, sometimes with additional sleeping space depending on occupancy. Features include a private terrace, air conditioning, minibar, safe, bathrobes and a more generous layout for daytime relaxation.

Junior Suite Sea View. At approximately 40 square metres or 431 square feet, these suites combine the larger Junior Suite layout with sea views from the terrace. They accommodate up to three adults and are designed for guests who want extra space without moving to a full suite category. Facilities include a lounge area, air conditioning, minibar, safe, bathrobes and a modern bathroom, with the added benefit of uninterrupted ocean outlooks.

Sea View Suite. The Sea View Suite is also around 40 square metres, or 431 square feet, and represents the most premium room category currently listed by the hotel. It accommodates up to three adults and focuses on comfort and views rather than multiple rooms. The suite includes a terrace with sea views, a combined sleeping and living area, bathrobes, air conditioning, minibar, safe and upgraded finishes compared with the standard rooms.

Dining at the hotel centres around the Atlãntiku buffet restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner as part of the all-inclusive offering. The cuisine blends international dishes with local Cape Verdean influences, with a relaxed, informal dining atmosphere. For drinks and lighter moments, there is a pool bar known as Breeze, ideal for daytime refreshments, and the Gran Marine Theatre Bar, which is linked to evening entertainment and shows.

The outdoor area is centred on a distinctive two-level swimming pool, surrounded by sun loungers and terraces facing the sea. The beachfront position provides open Atlantic views and a breezy, natural setting rather than a sheltered lagoon-style environment. The pool area forms the social heart of the resort during the day, while remaining calm and uncluttered.

Evening entertainment is low-key and designed for adults, with shows and live performances hosted in the theatre bar rather than large-scale productions. The overall rhythm of the resort is relaxed, focusing on conversation, sunset drinks and gentle entertainment rather than nightlife.

As an adults-only property, there are no children’s facilities, kids’ clubs or family-focused amenities. The atmosphere throughout the resort is intentionally quiet and grown-up.