Vilanculos Beach Lodge

Property class: 4
Beachfront lodge with outdoor pool, near Vilanculos Beach

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With access to onsite kayaking, Vilanculos Beach Lodge is a great choice for your beach stay in Vilanculos. The outdoor pool provides fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in spa services. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the pool bar. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, a free airport shuttle, and a terrace.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pool bar
  • Spa services
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Premium bedding

Room options

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A bedroom with a canopy bed, a desk with a chair, and a bathroom with a shower and toilet.

Bungalow

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Bairro 19 de Outubroo, Vilanculos

What's nearby

  • Vilanculos Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Municipal Market - 5 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Vilanculos (VNX) - 10 min drive
  • Free airport shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bazaruto Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wasabi - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beach Lodge Vilanculos - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Moz Beach Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Café Zambeziana - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Vilanculos Beach Lodge

  • With access to onsite kayaking, Vilanculos Beach Lodge is a great choice for your beach stay in Vilanculos. The outdoor pool provides fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in spa services. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the pool bar. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, a free airport shuttle, and a terrace.

At a glance

CHECK-IN
12:00pm
CHECK-OUT
10:00am

Hotel size

    • 22 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with 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 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free secured onsite self parking

Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle from 1 PM to 3 PM*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside bar
  • Private dining

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Volleyball
  • Kayaking
  • Canoe
  • Access to nearby health club
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Conference center (90 square feet of space)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Spa services
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase

Accessibility

  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of MZN 1500 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of MZN 1500 (subject to availability)

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Vilanculos Beach Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Vilanculos Beach Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Vilanculos Beach Lodge?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Vilanculos Beach Lodge?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Vilanculos Beach Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Vilanculos Beach Lodge?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available from 1 PM to 3 PM on request.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Vilanculos Beach Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. There's a charge of MZN 1500 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of MZN 1500 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in is available.

What is there to do at Vilanculos Beach Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking and rowing. Additional recreation onsite includes volleyball. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the lodge's other amenities, which include 2 bars and spa services. Vilanculos Beach Lodge also has a garden and access to a nearby health club.

Are there restaurants at or near Vilanculos Beach Lodge?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does Vilanculos Beach Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Vilanculos Beach Lodge like?

Vilanculos Beach Lodge is located a short 9-minute walk from Vilanculos Beach.

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Reviews

Vilanculos Beach Lodge Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The beach location was wonderful and within walking distance of the village. (7 reviews)
  • The pool is beautiful and spectacular with great ocean views. (4 reviews)
  • The restaurant offered excellent food, with a comprehensive menu and high-quality dishes, including vegan options. (6 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location, very friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

On the plus side, the hotel has: - a great location, in a beautiful tropical garden, directly on the beach - a very friendly staff - a good restaurant - a good breakfast - a beautiful swimming pool On the minus side, the room (I have tested a chalet) is small and not very pleasant.
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8/10 Very good

Everything was good or excellent staff, views, swimming pool, milkshakes and piñacolada :)... just they could improved the look of the bathroom and desk, they are a bit old style.
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location and hotels at the beach, great food with more complexity than just the usual grilled fish, and super friendly staff .
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10/10 Exceptional

A very nice hotel with lovely decor and friendly, attentive staff. The excursions are a bit expensive but worth it. We really enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend the Beach Lodge to other travelers.
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10/10 Exceptional

The lodge is beautiful, very clean and well maintained. But above all the staff is amazing: friendly, helpful and attentive. We had an amazing holiday and will definitely come back again!
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely beach lodge to stay at in Vilanculos. Only one restaurant but really enjoyable. The view from all areas of the lodge is really breathtaking. Stunning place.
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10/10 Exceptional

VBL is the perfect place to just relax. Staff was fantastic, coordinating activities was perfect- pick up from airport and return great. beach location was wonderful. will definitely be back!
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8/10 Very good

Enjoyed our stay

The hotel manager is amazing and friendly and so was the staff. We went to Mozambique for the horse safari and added this hotel for our last couple of days. Food was fantastic. Would recommend!
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10/10 Exceptional

Paradise in Mozambique

Amazing lodge, right on the beach with incredible team who always strived to give first class service. Beautifully decorated cottages, all set in well manicured tropical gardens.
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10/10 Exceptional

Bungalow paradise right on the water

Excellent hotel and service. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Food was delicious and the propriety was beautiful. We extended our stay twice because there was so much to do - highlight recommend
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10/10 Exceptional

Our stay was lovely. The staff were super nice and kind. They welcomed us in such a warm way, as well as for the farewell. The atmosphere was great. The food was exquisite. I was there with my mom and we had a lovely time. We can only say positive and good things about the hotel and their staff. We can’t wait to come back already! Isabel & María José
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great. The rooms were excellent and well kept. Everyone went above and beyond to assist us. Truly a place to revisit.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely honeymoon

We came here on our honeymoon and was a lovely place to stay. It's really quiet with not much to do and not many other restaurants etc near by but the food in the hotel is lovely and there is lots of choice. As a majority good service and friendly staff. Bar does close at 9:30pm which seemed quite early. Breakfast was nice but I recommend not leaving it last minute as often things like croissants didn’t get replenished. Overall a lovely trip and a great hotel. Good choice!
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10/10 Exceptional

The property is lovely, a wonderful and very accommodating staff, wonderful view, great massage, food was on point and all around excellent stay!
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10/10 Exceptional

Just the pool was a bit cool but in general I loved the stay!
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place
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10/10 Exceptional

A fantastic lodge should get 10 stars it is the best maintained and cleanest property we have ever stayed in. The management and staff are exceptional. Thank you Angela and team for an incredible stay
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10/10 Exceptional

Very much enjoyed our stay at the hotel. The staff was 12 out of 10. Extremely hospitable and welcoming. The view from the rooms and the beach was woooow. Would highly recommend for an intimate getaway.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room. Very friendly and accommodating staff. Highly recommend
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely accommodation, fabulous staff
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10/10 Exceptional

This is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the AMAZING views. it truly is such a special place! The staff were incredible and nothing was too much to ask for which really made our experience here. Thank you for such an amazing holiday and we will be back!!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great. Highly recommend

Amazing. Angela the manager went above and beyond. Can't say enough
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10/10 Exceptional

relaxing
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10/10 Exceptional

Our stay at Vilankulo Beach Lodge was simply unforgettable. From the moment we arrived, we felt genuinely welcomed and taken care of. The service was exceptional—warm, attentive, and always delivered with a smile, making us feel both comfortable and valued throughout our stay. One thing that truly stood out was the sense of safety and peace we experienced. It allowed us to fully relax and enjoy the stunning surroundings without a worry, which is priceless when traveling. But what made this experience truly special were the meaningful conversations we had with Angela and Damien. Their kindness, openness, and the time they took to connect with us added a deeply personal touch to our stay. These moments went far beyond what you expect from a hotel experience—they created memories we will carry with us for a long time. A beautiful place, wonderful people, and an experience we would gladly relive. Highly recommended!