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Where to Stay in Luanda

Hotels, guesthouses & smart booking tips

Looking for the best place to stay in Luanda? Whether you’re here for business, leisure or a short stopover, start with trusted platforms and local know-how. From luxury ocean-view hotels to good-value guesthouses, compare options, check real reviews and book with confidence.

Travel tip: rates tend to rise in the hot season (October–March) - booking early helps with price and availability.

A curated selection of comfortable 4 and 5-star hotels in Luanda. Use the filters to find hotels by location, category or pool, then click through for photos, location details, prices and practical tips.

Tip: Luanda now has two airports. Choose “Near old airport (LAD)” if your flight lands at the former city airport, or “Near new airport (NBJ)” for the new international airport outside the city. For sightseeing and nightlife, “Downtown & central” and “Luanda Bay & waterfront” are usually the best options.

Alvalade Hotel · Alvalade · 4★

Corporate-style 4-star hotel close to Luanda’s old airport (LAD), with an outdoor pool, gym, spa services and rooms with balcony — ideal for business trips with easy city access.

  • Alvalade district · Near LAD airport
  • 4★ business hotel · Outdoor pool & gym

Baía Luanda Hotel · Nova Marginal · 4★

Modern boutique-style waterfront hotel on Luanda Bay, with rooftop pool, spa and sunset lounge bar overlooking the sea.

  • Luanda Bay waterfront · Nova Marginal
  • 4★ boutique hotel · Rooftop pool & spa

Diamante Hotel · Ingombotas · 4★

Contemporary 4-star hotel in Ingombotas, close to the financial district and port, featuring a rooftop pool and city/bay views.

  • Ingombotas · Downtown & bay area
  • 4★ city hotel · Rooftop pool

EPIC SANA Luanda Hotel · Bay area · 5★

Luxury 5-star hotel in Luanda’s business district, with indoor and outdoor pools, a full spa, several restaurants and panoramic views over the bay.

  • City centre · Luanda Bay area
  • 5★ luxury hotel · Indoor & outdoor pools

InterContinental Luanda · Miramar · 5★

High-rise 5-star hotel in the Miramar hills, with rooftop pool, gardens and extensive event spaces, offering sweeping views over Luanda Bay and the city.

  • Miramar hill · City & bay views
  • 5★ luxury hotel · Rooftop pool & spa

RK Suite Hotel · Maculusso · 4★

All-suite 4-star hotel in Maculusso, with spacious apartments-style units and kitchenettes, designed for executives and longer stays in central Luanda.

  • Maculusso · Luanda city centre
  • 4★ all-suite hotel · Ideal for long stays

Talatona Convention Hotel · Talatona · 5★

Modern 5-star convention hotel in Talatona with large outdoor pool, gardens and a full conference centre, perfect for events, business stays and weekend breaks.

  • Talatona business district
  • 5★ convention hotel · Outdoor pool & gardens

Trópico Hotel · Ingombotas · 4★

Classic 4-star hotel with decades of history in downtown Luanda, offering an outdoor pool surrounded by tropical greenery and a relaxed, traditional atmosphere.

  • Ingombotas · Downtown & bay area
  • 4★ classic hotel · Outdoor pool

Victoria Garden Hotel · Belas/Talatona · 4★

Resort-style 4-star hotel in the south of Luanda, with gardens, outdoor pool and a calm atmosphere, good for mixing work days in Talatona with some downtime.

  • Talatona & Belas area
  • 4★ garden hotel · Outdoor pool

A curated list of beach and nature resorts near Luanda (Mussulo, Sangano, Cabo Ledo, Kwanza River and nearby coast). Use the filters to find the best place for a simple day trip, a weekend escape or a longer stay.

Tip: Mussulo is perfect for island escapes, Sangano & Cabo Ledo for road-trip beaches, Kwanza River for nature and river views, and near Luanda for easy last-minute day trips.

Boutique Lodge Sangano · Sangano

Intimate beachfront lodge on Sangano beach, with wooden bungalows, pool and calm sea views — ideal for a quiet escape south of Luanda.

  • Sangano · Cabo Ledo coast
  • Beachfront lodge · Best for relaxing couples & families

Casa da Praia Resort · Ramiros

Day-use beach club with pool, restaurant & weekend music - a relaxed family-friendly spot near Luanda for spending the day by the water.

  • Ramiros · Luanda South
  • Pool · Restaurant · Music · Family-friendly

Carpe Diem Resort · Cabo Ledo

Boho-chic beach resort on Cabo Ledo’s surf bay, with pool, restaurant and events, mixing slow living, music and ocean views.

  • Cabo Ledo beach · ~120 km south of Luanda
  • Surf-friendly beach resort · Best for active weekends & friends

Decifer Sport Resort · Belas

Family-friendly resort in Belas with pools, sports courts and green areas, popular for lively weekend day trips close to Luanda.

  • Belas · Short drive from Luanda
  • Pools & sports resort · Best for families & groups

Doce Mar Resort · Cabo Ledo

Beachfront resort with bungalows and a wide sandy bay, offering a peaceful atmosphere, restaurant and relaxed family beach days.

  • Cabo Ledo · Quiet bay
  • Beachfront resort · Best for peaceful family days

Flamingo Resort · Mussulo Island

Tropical-style resort on Mussulo Island with pool, beach access and bay views, giving a classic “holiday” feeling close to Luanda.

  • Mussulo Island · Bay side
  • Pool & beachfront · Best for families & groups of friends

Kanoa Kwanza Resort · Kwanza River

New family-focused resort at the mouth of the Kwanza River, combining river and forest landscapes, with activities for children and chill zones for adults.

  • Barra do Kwanza · Riverside & near the ocean
  • Nature resort · Best for family day trips in nature

Madeirense Resort · Mussulo Island

Relaxed beach restaurant & resort hideaway on Mussulo, known for generous food, local vibe and easy-going beach days.

  • Mussulo Island · Beachfront
  • Restaurant & pool · Best for long, lazy lunches by the beach

Mangais Golf Resort · Kwanza River

Eco-golf resort near the Kwanza River, with an 18-hole golf course, pool, restaurant and wide green areas surrounded by nature.

  • Barra do Kwanza · Countryside & river
  • Golf & nature resort · Best for golfers & nature lovers

Mupas Beach Resort · Morro dos Veados

Beach resort along the coast south of Luanda, with sea-view bungalows and calm waters, perfect for an easy Atlantic escape without driving too far.

  • Morro dos Veados · Coastal road
  • Sea-view resort · Best for quick beach days from Luanda

NAW Resort · Mussulo Island

Stylish, upmarket resort on Mussulo with pool, private beach area and lounges, ideal for a full day of cocktails, sun and sea.

  • Mussulo Island · Beachfront
  • Upscale beach resort · Best for couples & small groups

Netus Village Resort · Mussulo Island

Spacious island resort with pool, private beach, bungalows and villas, offering a tropical atmosphere for weekends with friends or family.

  • Mussulo (Macoco side)
  • Pool & beach resort · Best for groups & families

Roça das Mangueiras · Mussulo Island

Exclusive, greenery-filled resort on Mussulo with pool and ocean-front setting, ideal for a quiet day in a more reserved beach environment.

  • Mussulo Island · Ocean-front
  • Quiet resort · Best for peaceful, low-noise escapes

Ingombota / Baixa

Downtown & Bayfront

  • Best for: Business trips & first-timers; promenade, landmarks, offices.
  • Watch out for: Weekday traffic and limited parking.
  • To the bay: 0–10 min (walkable from many hotels).

Ilha do Cabo (Ilha)

Beach & Nightlife

  • Best for: Beach vibe, seafood spots, sunset bars & nightlife.
  • Watch out for: Causeway traffic on weekends; book early in hot season.
  • To downtown/bayfront: ~10–25 min off-peak; longer at peaks.

Miramar / Alvalade

Embassies & Boutique Stays

  • Best for: Quiet, upscale, embassy area; boutique stays & guesthouses.
  • Watch out for: Hilly streets; fewer beachfront options.
  • To the bay/CBD: ~5–15 min off-peak.

Talatona / Luanda Sul

Modern & Longer Stays

  • Best for: Business parks, malls, longer stays outside downtown.
  • Watch out for: Longer commute to the historic bay; rush-hour congestion.
  • To the bay: ~25–60 min depending on traffic.

Airport Convenience

Quick Transfers

  • Best for: Late arrivals or early departures; easy shuttles/transfers.
  • Watch out for: Limited sightseeing nearby; confirm 24/7 reception.
  • To the bay: ~15–40 min off-peak; longer at rush hour.
  • Book early for Oct–Mar (peak demand, especially weekends).
  • Check payment: cards widely accepted in modern hotels; some guesthouses may prefer cash.
  • Ask about airport transfer or vetted taxi/driver recommendations.
  • Comfort essentials: reliable A/C, generator, strong Wi-Fi, in-room safe.
  • Location: consider traffic patterns if you have business meetings.

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I have a booking for [dates]. Could you please confirm:
• Airport transfer options (price and how to meet the driver)?
• Early check-in / late check-out availability?
• Wi-Fi speed and backup power (generator) details?
• Payment methods on site?
Thank you!
  • Is the Ilha a good base?

    Great for beach & dining, with quick rides into the city. Weekends are busier.

  • Do hotels offer airport transfers?

    Many do (paid). Ask for price and meeting point; rideshare/taxis are also available.

  • What’s a sensible budget?

    Prices vary widely by area and season; compare across 2–3 platforms for the best snapshot.

  • Can I pay by card?

    Modern hotels usually accept cards; carry some cash for deposits/incidental expenses.