Omali

On the outskirts of Sao Tome (3km) and a stone’s throw from a sheltered bay, the Omali is an oasis of calm and tranquillity. You are greeted as a long-lost friend and, as soon as you step over the threshold, you feel your body and mind relax. The São Toméan moto ‘Leve-Leve’ (slowly-slowly) applies here; they want you to slow down and appreciate life on the island and embrace their culture and philosophies.

This 30 room hotel is built around a lush garden with palm trees, lawned areas and a lagoon-style swimming pool with poolside bar. Around its edge, pretty two-story cottages pleasantly sit admiring the view. There is little to disturb the peace except the sound of the local birdlife and the infrequent vehicle.

If you can tear yourself away from your terrace, there is a lounge - adorned with black and white pictures of the island - small gym, tennis court, a cocktail bar and another restaurant with terrace overlooking the coastal road to the beach beyond. A dive centre is 500m away and a 45 minute walk will take you to the centre of the capital.

Accommodation:

• 30 air-conditioned rooms including Classic rooms, Junior suites, Family suites, Business suites and one Honeymoon suite
• Junior suites are located on the first floor of the hotel. Please note that there is no lift - luggage assistance is available

Amenities / Leisure:

• Buffet breakfast including a selection of home-made pastries, cakes and juices. Additional hot menu iteams available at a local charge
• Restaurant with terrace overlooking the Bay of Praia Lagarto, across the coastal road. The restaurant serves traditional dishes as well as a fusion between São Toméan and Portuguese cuisine, making the maximum use of fresh and local ingredients
• Bar (open 10:00 to 23:00)
• Lounge
• Small shop selling local handicrafts and products
• Outdoor swimming pool with pool bar (open 10:00-23:00). A snack menu is served
• Well-maintained gardens with palm trees
• Tennis court (free of charge for hotel guests)
• Small gym
• ‘Lagarto’ public sandy beach (no facilities) across the road
• An activity programme is available locally including walking and hiking tours, a sightseeing tour of the capital, visits to a Cocoa plantation and gastronomic experiences. 
• Complimentary transfers to the city centre available. Set times, week days only

Classic Room

Classic rooms with air-conditioning, bathroom (shower and hairdryer), open-plan living room with queen-size bed, satellite TV, telephone, complimentary WiFi internet connection, safe deposit box, coffee making facilities and minibar

Junior Suite

Junior suite with air-conditioning, bathroom (shower and hairdryer), bedroom with twin beds or king-size bed, separate living room with satellite TV, telephone, complimentary WiFi internet connection, safe deposit box, coffee making facilities, minibar and a balcony overlooking the gardens towards the swimming pool

Family Suite

Family suite with air-conditioning, bathroom (shower and hairdryer), bedroom with twin beds, separate living room with twin beds, satellite TV, telephone, complimentary WiFi internet connection, safe deposit box, coffee making facilities, minibar and a terrace with view towards the pool and garden

Honeymoon Suite

Honeymoon suite with air-conditioning, bathroom (shower and hairdryer), queen-size bed and designated living area with satellite TV, telephone, complimentary WiFi internet connection, safe deposit box, coffee making facilities, minibar and a terrace with view towards the pool and garden

Business Suite

Business suite with air-conditioning, bathroom (shower and hairdryer), living room with space for a small meeting, separate living room with king-size bed, satellite TV, telephone, complimentary WiFi internet connection, safe deposit box, coffee making facilities, minibar and a terrace