Mansa Floating Hub

Mindelo, São Vicente, is known as the cultural heart of Cape Verde — and at its waterfront, a new landmark now floats proudly: the Floating Music Hub. More than just a recording studio, this striking structure has already become one of West Africa’s most innovative cultural spaces, celebrating Cape Verde’s rich musical heritage right in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean.

From Boa Mindelo Apartments, you’re just a short walk away from this unique venue. Whether you’re staying in Boa Mindelo City near the marina, or in Boa Mindelo Beach and Boa Mindelo Azul, a visit to the Floating Music Hub is an unforgettable experience to add to your stay.

A Floating Symbol of Cape Verdean Music

The Floating Music Hub is more than an architectural curiosity — it’s a living monument to Cape Verde’s role in global music history. Mindelo has long been a gateway city, where African roots blended with Portuguese and Brazilian influences to create unique rhythms like morna, coladeira, and funaná.

Today, the Hub functions as a:

• Recording Studio – for local and international artists to collaborate and create.

• Performance Venue – with live concerts on the water against the stunning backdrop of Monte Cara and Mindelo’s bay.

• Cultural Meeting Point – where musicians, producers, and visitors come together to celebrate Cape Verdean music.

Design & Experience

The Floating Hub consists of three futuristic-looking structures connected on the water. Built sustainably, it reflects both innovation and tradition. Inside, you’ll find spaces designed for live sessions, workshops, and music events. Outside, the decks provide panoramic views of the harbor — a perfect setting for enjoying live performances under the Cape Verdean sky.

Why It Matters

Cape Verde is world-famous thanks to legendary artists like Cesária Évora, who took the soulful sounds of morna to international stages. The Floating Music Hub ensures that the next generation of Cape Verdean musicians will have a platform to continue this legacy, connecting local talent with global audiences.

Best Time to Visit

The Hub often hosts live concerts and cultural events, especially during weekends and around Mindelo’s famous festivals like Baía das Gatas Festival in August or the Mindelo Carnival in February. Even outside event times, it’s worth a visit just to admire the design, enjoy a drink by the waterfront, and soak in the creative energy of the city.

Why Stay at Boa Mindelo Apartments for Your Cultural Journey?

✔ Close to the Hub – From Boa Mindelo City, you’re just minutes away on foot.
✔ Relax After the Music – Return from a night of live rhythms to your private space at Boa Mindelo Beach or Boa Mindelo Azul.
✔ Local Insight – We provide our guests with the latest info on concerts, workshops, and cultural happenings at the Hub.
✔ Blend of Culture & Comfort – Combine world-class music experiences with modern apartment living, all in the heart of Mindelo.

✨ Boa Mindelo Travel Tip: Don’t miss the sunset over Mindelo’s bay while attending a live performance at the Floating Music Hub — and then stroll back to your apartment to end the evening in comfort. It’s culture, ocean, and rhythm all in one.