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El Momo Cottages

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Windward Side with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior
Superior Cottage, 2 Single Beds, Kitchenette, Ocean View | Private kitchen
Property grounds
Standard Cottage, 2 Single Beds, Private Bathroom, Ocean View

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
Booby Hill, Windward Side, Saba
  • Saba Heritage Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Harry L Johnson Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Dutch Museum of Saba
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Saba (SAB-Juancho E. Yrausquin)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Cottage, 2 Single Beds, Private Bathroom, Ocean View

Standard Cottage, 2 Single Beds, Private Bathroom, Ocean View

Highlights

Patio
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
High chair
  • 16 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Cottage, 2 Single Beds, Kitchenette, Ocean View

Superior Cottage, 2 Single Beds, Kitchenette, Ocean View

Superior Cottage, 2 Single Beds, Kitchenette, Ocean View

Highlights

Patio
Kitchenette
Cookware/dishes/utensils
High chair
  • 20 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Windward Side

At El Momo Cottages you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Saba Heritage Center and Dutch Museum of Saba. Highlights at this guest house include a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .This pet-friendly guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Added amenities include laundry facilities and luggage storage. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Windward Side guest house include Harry L Johnson Museum and Jo Bean Glass Art Studio.
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What's nearby

  • Saba Heritage Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Harry L Johnson Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Dutch Museum of Saba - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cove Bay Beach - 9 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Well's Bay Beach - 13 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Saba (SAB-Juancho E. Yrausquin) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Saba Snack Shop - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tropics Café - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Saba Flight Deck - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Brigadoon Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Deep End - ‬10 min drive

About this property

El Momo Cottages

Guesthouse in Windward Side with outdoor pool and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at El Momo Cottages.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Windward Side guest house.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
El Momo Cottages offers 7 accommodations with free toiletries. Rooms open to patios. This Windward Side guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a limited basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

Dutch, English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 9.50 to 19.50 for adults and USD 9.50 to 19.50 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Highchair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 20 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 9.50 to 19.50 for adults and USD 9.50 to 19.50 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

National rating

This property does not have a Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

El Momo Cottages House Windward Side
El Momo Cottages House
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El Momo Cottages Guesthouse Windward Side
El Momo Cottages Guesthouse
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El Momo Cottages Guesthouse
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El Momo Cottages Guesthouse Windward Side

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to El Momo Cottages?

The closest beach to El Momo Cottages is Maho Beach (47.3 km).

Does El Momo Cottages have a pool?

El Momo Cottages has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is El Momo Cottages family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an outdoor pool, as well as highchairs in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that El Momo Cottages is a hit with families.

Does El Momo Cottages serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at El Momo Cottages?

No, El Momo Cottages does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at El Momo Cottages?

Yep, you can grab a meal at El Momo Cottages's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at El Momo Cottages?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10 AM.

El Momo Cottages Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 52 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay at El Momo! It's rustic and a climb up the 60 steps, but the views are amazing, Andries was helpful and welcoming, and it's SO peaceful. Definitely not a chain hotel, but if you're looking for a quiet, quaint cottage and don't mind a frog or gecko passing through - it's wonderful! The Sunshine cottage has a shower overlooking the ocean and was perfect!
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mad

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts were wonderful. Very knowledgable about the island and very willing ot help and answer any questions. The accommodations were perfect. That being said, if you didn't read, THIS IS ECO TOURISM. Knowing that, I was expecting a little less, but this place was fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

DOG. BARKING. ALL. DAY.

I rely heavily on reviews to decide where I want to stay and this review will reflect the pros and cons. Scenery is beautiful, the pool is amazing, the hosts are amazing, the grounds are amazing. Excellent location, beautiful view, accommodations are exceptionally clean and exactly what they claim to be, which is very minimalist. If you're going to be hiking or scuba diving during the day or doing something during the day, this is a great spot. If you plan on staying there and lounging by the pool and reading a book there is a neighbor dog that barks ALL DAY LONG. Not occasionally, it barks constantly from 6:30am to 8:00pm, NONSTOP! We booked for 7 days and relocated after 3 days. The dog barking was more than we could take. We wanted peace, quiet, and Silence, as the sign says. There was no silence. If a barking dog doesn't bother you then this is absolutely the place for you. We loved every aspect except the barking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter, Louisville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to relax and chill - please remember and note the description! - ratings are relative and subjective!! - if you rate it compared to a 5-star luxury hotel in the US - rating should be one star
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

PATRICK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fun and Eco Friendly

I had a wonderful visit at El Momo. I was in Saba for hiking and the cottages were nestled into the woods, giving the perfect setting for enjoying the natural surroundings. The view from the cottages was amazing, the pool was a perfect spot to relax after a day out. The staff was helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great and super friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Raymond John Colello

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
We had a great weekend in Saba. The owners were very nice and welcoming and the cottages were comfortable. Near lovely restaurants and shops, and close to the trails. Breakfast was great and pool refreshing. Only downside was the noise at night from neighborhood dogs barking and early roosters. We did not sleep well.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved this place, even if part of the appeal was in knowing that other people would be too spoiled or uptight to deal with the long stairs, the uphill walk home from the restaurants, the composting toilet, the occasional visit from the cat, etc. The proprietors are very sincere, personable and helpful and have a great sense of humor. Prices are better than fair. The pool is a great asset and the breakfasts are solid. If you think of the rooms as forest cabins instead of a "hotel," it feels glamorous. We heartily recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

regina, Taber

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great views from our cottage, and the whole property. The owners Andries and Eva are nice and really working hard to make this work. But everything is old and needs work. That said this is a place in the middle of nature and of course there are bugs and butterflies. The breakfast they serve is just great and well priced. And how they try to be eco friendly is appreciated, but if all would be cleaner it would be better.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

partha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best view in town. Andries and Eva are very nice, honest and reliable hosts. But take their warning about the steps seriously, when you book. Our cottage was 109 steps from the road, so travel light.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danecia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like the idea. Not really practical FOR ME for an extended stay. However, the experience is a must try! Owner/staff was extremely friendly with a sense of humor. He made me feel safe & at home. Overall, I love the experience. For my first time on Saba, I would have done nothing differently.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

William D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lothar

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El Momo is the kind of place that people who are into Eco tourism will truly enjoy. The bed was comfortable, the staff is very friendly and helpful, the location is on a mountainside embedded in a tropical forest, and the view from the balcony is spectacular. We came to Saba to experience a tropical island, and El Momo was the perfect place to stay. A little warning though,you will have to climb stairs, the frogs will sing all night, and the iguanas might nibble on your food. If that is not a problem for you, I highly recommend staying at El Momo.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect especially if you want to meditate

Awesome! at first I thought it will be uncomfortable due it is all the way up in the mountains surrounded by plants and insects. I was surprised no musquitos or what so ever during the night. Without air conditioning but each room has a ventilator and is pretty chill in the night hours since Saba is surrounded by plants and the ECO systems worked good!! I recommend this place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
dd
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the view, the outdoor sink.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the best eco-lodges I've stayed in. First, don't let the stairs scare you off: if you're in moderately decent shape, the climb is not at all bad. After making your way up, you arrive at a lovely pool deck: the pool is fed with rainwater collected from the property. The water is very soft, chlorine-free, and so refreshing after a day of hiking and exploring Saba. Andries, the owner, is incredibly friendly and helpful: he knows the island in and out and can point you to variety of restaurants, things to do, etc. The simple but clean dining area has an amazing view overlooking the ocean: if you're lucky, you can grab a beer or glass of wine from the honor bar and catch the sunset from there. I stayed in the Lizard Room, a suite of four separate spaces: the room itself, a covered outdoor sink, a small room with a shower and toilet, and a private deck also overlooking the ocean. The room was simple but very comfortable: between a fan and the elevation, there was no real need for air conditioning. Though there's such a seamless blending of indoor and outdoor space, everything is immaculate and well cared for. In terms of location, El Momo is only about a ten minute walk from the heart of Windward Side, where you can dine, shop, and begin your hike up Mt. Scenery. I would gladly return on a future visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Ellicott City

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular location, tremendous value and memorable minimalist experience
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cottages in paradise

The owners are a lovely couple who go out of their way to make you comfortable and welcome...super knowledgeable of Saba...cottages are beautiful. It is a natural setting and does have stairs, but then again nothing on Saba is flat...views are worth any walk, pool is lovely, about 10 minutes to town on foot...loved El Momo
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view, cosy, staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cottages are beautiful and quaint. The pool was also really nice. It’s a bit of a trek to get up but it’s worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For what it is, El Momo is great. One must be aware, however, that this is a very rustic place to stay. The cottages are basic cabins, there's no climate control (Saba is humid!), and there's not as much privacy as some people might like. The bathroom is outside of the cabin. You will be using a sink/vanity that is essentially outdoors although sheltered by plants. The toilet and shower are in an outhouse. The toilet is composting and the shower pressure was extremely low and the temperature never got warm. That being said, for all it's rusticity, everything was surprisingly clean and the wifi worked excellently! The whole experience is bordering on camping, but it had it's charm. There is a small pool and an honesty (honor system) bar. Each cottage even has a rustic patio with great views of the sea. The Dutch couple that runs El Momo is super friendly and helpful. I was picked up from the ferry without even requesting it, and I was given a ride to the dive shop when I checked out. Something else to be aware of is there are a LOT of steps up to El Momo and also to each cottage. You will have to haul your luggage up these steep narrow concrete steps. There are not many railings. All in all a really positive rustic experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019