Roça Belo Monte
A colonial-era plantation on a hillside, converted into a hotel, with a cocoa exhibit and a viewpoint over Banana Beach. It is the starting point for visiting the beaches.
Roça Belo Monte was built in the early 20th century on a hillside about 7 km north of Santo António. Its colonial-style main house, gardens and pool now form a boutique hotel. The estate has a small exhibit on cocoa and coffee cultivation and the history of the plantation, and staff can lead visitors through the cocoa roasting process. A 15 to 20 minute walk from the estate leads to a viewpoint overlooking Banana Beach, and from there down to the beach. Another path leads to Praia Macaco. Non-guests may dine at the restaurant (reservations recommended), making it a good lunch stop on a day trip.
Opening hours
Open all day (hotel)
Nearby sights
- Praia Banana
- Praia Macaco
- Ilhéu Bom Bom
- Santo António
- Roça Sundy
- Roça Porto Real
- Roça Terreiro Velho
- Pico Papagaio