Casa da Praia Resort

Essence

Casa da Praia Resort (also known locally as Recanto da Felicidade) is a relaxed beach resort and day-use club at Praia Km 32 in Ramiros, on the southern coast of Luanda. It’s the kind of place where you spend a whole day between pool, bar, gardens and the beach, and, if you like, stay overnight in one of the suites.

• Location: Praia Km 32, Ramiros (about 32 km south of central Luanda), Municipality of Belas, Luanda, Angola.
• Setting: Pool and garden area a short walk from the sand, with palm trees, thatched “jangos”, bar and shaded seating.
• Style: Casual, colourful and family-friendly; good for couples, families, friends’ getaways and small events.
• Category: Beach resort with pool, restaurant, bar, boat trips and accommodation.

Highlights

• Outdoor pool & rain zone
• Day-use access
• Restaurant & bar
• Boat trips & Mussulo
• Family-friendly
• Suites & duplex

Tip: On weekends and holidays the resort can get busy. It’s best to book in advance if you want sun loungers, specific tables or a boat trip at a certain time.

Room categories

If you prefer to stay the night, Casa da Praia has a small collection of rooms and suites. 2025 reference rates are per night for two people and usually include pool access (and often breakfast).

• Master Suite with Jacuzzi: spacious, private jacuzzi, ocean view, king-size bed, premium décor — around 215,000 Kz per night.
• Deluxe Garden View Suite: comfortable, king-size bed, ocean or mountain view — around 110,500 Kz per night.
• Superior Room: cosy, elegant décor, queen bed — around 72,350 Kz per night.
• Duplex: large unit with 2 bedrooms, 1 jacuzzi and ocean view, king-size bed and premium décor — around 315,000 Kz per night.

What to expect

• Private bathroom and standard resort comforts (air-conditioning in most units — confirm when booking).
• Access to the pool and garden area included in overnight stays.
• Best to book well in advance for weekends, holidays and long weekends.
• All rates are subject to change without prior notice, so use them as a guide and confirm final values directly with the resort.

If you’re travelling with a group, ask about booking several rooms together or using the duplex plus extra rooms for friends and family.

Restaurant

The kitchen at Casa da Praia mixes Angolan favourites, seafood and grills with international touches and sushi. It’s very much a “pool day” menu, but with some more refined plates if you want a special lunch or dinner.

• Fish & seafood: seafood rice, grilled prawns, bacalhau and octopus “à Lagareiro”, grilled grouper, snapper and the house-style mufete with traditional sides.
• Meat dishes: Beach House steak, T-bone, picanha, pork loin, grilled chicken and mixed grills for 2–4 people.
• Pasta & vegetarian: seafood linguini, shrimp & bacon linguini, tagliatelle with vegetables and tomato, plus pumpkin and pea creams.
• Extras & sides: sautéed vegetables, white rice, black beans, palm-oil beans, sweet potato (fried or boiled), bread-banana, mixed salad and funge with tomato & herb sauce.
• Sushi & snacks: assorted sushi combinations, hot philadelphia, nigiris, beef and chicken burgers, bifanas and “prego” sandwiches.
• Breakfast & desserts: premium breakfast, omelettes, toasts, petit gâteau, passion fruit and lemon mousses, quindim and ice cream.

As a rough guide, main dishes often sit in the 15,000–25,000 Kz range, with lighter snacks, sushi sets and desserts below that.

Bar & drinks

• Soft drinks & water: mineral water (still, sparkling and flavoured) and standard sodas.
• Natural juices: orange, passion fruit, pineapple, watermelon, lemonade, red berries, tropical blends and pitaya – generally around 4,800–8,000 Kz per glass.
• Beers & draught: local brands (Cuca, Eka, Nocal, Doppel) in bottle, can and draught options.
• Cocktails & shots: piña colada, margarita, caipirinhas, mojito, daiquiri, gin & tonic, whisky-cola, tequila shots and signature cocktails.
• Sangrias & wine: white, red, rosé, sparkling sangrias and a list of Portuguese and international wines (including dessert wines like Porto and Moscatel).
• Coffee & tea: espresso, decaf, galão and teas for the end of the meal or an afternoon break.

The bar team can usually adapt cocktails (less sweet, no alcohol, etc.), so don’t hesitate to say how you like your drink.

On-site activities

• Pool & rain zone: day pass around 10,000 Kz (7,000 Kz for children under 10), with access to the main pool and water-spray area.
• Horse riding: short horseback rides organised from the resort, usually around 10,000 Kz per person.

Activities may depend on the sea and weather conditions, so it’s always a good idea to check availability earlier in the day.

Boat tours (typical 2025 prices)

Casa da Praia offers several boat trips along the coast and to nearby islands. Prices below are usually per boat for a group of 4–6 people:

• Mussulo Island: 30–40 minutes each way, around 100,000 Kz per boat.
• Small islands of Ramiros: 15–20 minutes, calm waters for swimming, snorkelling and photos — about 80,000 Kz per boat.
• Slavery Museum by sea: 25–30 minutes with external view from the water and the possibility of disembarking nearby — around 90,000 Kz per boat.
• “Costa Dourada” panoramic tour: 30–40 minutes along the Ramiros coastline, beaches and cliffs — around 100,000 Kz per boat.
• Bird Island: 20–25 minutes, focused on bird watching and mangroves — around 85,000 Kz per boat.
• 3-point circuit (Museum + Islands + Sunset): 50–60 minutes combining the main points of the area — around 120,000 Kz per boat.

All amounts are subject to change. Confirm final prices, route and duration directly with the resort when you book your tour.