Vilanculos Beach Lodge

Vilanculos Beach Lodge

19 Bairro de Outubro, Vilanculos 1307 Mozambique
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4.9 of 5 bubbles
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4.9 of 5 bubbles
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Vilanculos Beach Lodge offering affordable exclusivity and priceless moments. Your reality at VBL- A breeze in your hair and sand in your toes. Breathtaking location , Excellent restaurant and bar, beautiful beach , inviting swimming pool and lovely bungalows combine to make a memorable stay. Accommodation is in privately appointed luxury bungalows. All bungalows have en-suite bathrooms with showers, mosquito nets, room safes, coffee and tea facilities and amenities. They are also all airconditioned for your comfort. The bungalows are set amidst lush indigenous gardens with balconies - most with sea-views - which offer exceptional views of the sunrise over the ocean.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Bar / lounge
Beach
Canoeing
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Free airport transportation
Secured parking
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Infinity pool
Pool with view
Outdoor pool
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Kids' meals
Special diet menus
Poolside bar
Diving
Horseback riding
Snorkelling
Fishing
Board games / puzzles
Shuttle bus service
Conference facilities
Spa
Massage
Baggage storage
Concierge
Mosquito net
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun umbrellas
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
Room features
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Safe
Bottled water
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
Smoking rooms available
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HOTEL CLASS
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3.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Family
Business
Languages Spoken
English, French, Afrikaans, Portuguese

Location

19 Bairro de Outubro, Vilanculos 1307 Mozambique
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Amandiovilanculos wrote a review Jul 2020
maputo
5.0 of 5 bubbles
I stayed in vilankulos beach lodge for 4 days in July 2020 . I was received with honour at the gate by security guards and beautiful smiles at the reception. Even though it was at the peak of the pandemic, they have many protective measures in place that make you feel safe. This place is very beautiful with see view , mega swimming pool, cute garden,lovely people working there. They are so attentive that make you feel at home.the food is delicious I love the lobster is finger licking. The rooms are big and luxurious and expensive materials were used. The place is clean and well takencare of. Surely I will visit this place again. I love vilankulos
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Date of stay: July 2020Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from Vilanculos Beach Lodge, Marketing at Vilanculos Beach Lodge
Responded 4 Aug 2020
Thank you so much Sir. This review has put a smile on all our faces today. We so enjoyed having you stay with us and do hope its one of many many more visits. Sending warm regards always The VBL Team
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Nikshy J wrote a review Jan 2024
+1
5.0 of 5 bubbles
My family recently enjoyed a two-night stay at Vilanculos Beach Lodge, a truly magical experience. The staff's warm welcome, seamless check-in, and refreshing welcome drinks set the tone for our coastal retreat. The lodge's stunning location with azure waters and panoramic beach views provided a serene backdrop for our stay. Our accommodations, spacious and well-designed, offered a relaxing haven with a private balcony featuring breathtaking views.

The dining experience at Vilanculos Beach Lodge was a culinary journey, with a diverse menu catering to various preferences. From wholesome breakfasts to delectable lunch and dinner options, dining against the backdrop of the ocean added an extra layer of enjoyment.

Heartfelt thanks to Ms.Angela for her warm welcome and invaluable advice, enhancing our experience. Her genuine hospitality and thoughtful recommendations made our time at Vilanculos truly special. Ms.Angela's dedication to ensuring our comfort was a highlight of our stay.

Leaving with cherished memories, Vilanculos Beach Lodge is highly recommended for a rejuvenating escape on the Mozambican coast.
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Date of stay: January 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Vilanculos Beach Lodge, General Manager at Vilanculos Beach Lodge
Responded 26 Jan 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful experience at Vilanculos Beach Lodge! We are thrilled to hear that your family enjoyed a truly magical two-night stay with us. We are delighted that you are leaving with cherished memories, and we sincerely appreciate your recommendation for Vilanculos Beach Lodge as a rejuvenating escape on the Mozambican coast. If there's anything else you'd like to share or if you have any suggestions for improvement, please feel free to let us know. We look forward to the opportunity to welcome you and your family back for another memorable stay in the future. Warm regards, The Vilanculos Beach Lodge Team
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Natalie1718 wrote a review Aug 2020
Maputo, Mozambique
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Vilanculos Beach Lodge is extremely well located on the beach. The grounds are beautiful with manicured gardens. Our room was very spacious and comfortable. Staff were very friendly and disinfectant protocols were well organized.
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Date of stay: July 2020
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Response from Vilanculos Beach Lodge, Marketing at Vilanculos Beach Lodge
Responded 4 Aug 2020
Thank you so much Natalie. We so enjoyed having you and your beautiful family join us and hope its the first of many visits. Sending you all our warmest regards The Vilanculos Beach Lodge team
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Dee M wrote a review Dec 2020
Johannesburg, South Africa
2.0 of 5 bubbles
I am currently at the Vilanculos beach lodge restaurant. It took us over an hr to get our food, and when it finally arrived, it was the wrong order. We ordered a pizza , a lobster, and two prawn curries- all dishes were quite disappointing. The pizza (picture attached) didn’t have mozzarella but some other cheese, which made it very dry. The lobster was very dry with no butter sauce, no sauce at all. I asked for lemons to add some taste to it and they brought me dry lime. The curry wasn’t great either.
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Date of stay: December 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Vilanculos Beach Lodge, Marketing at Vilanculos Beach Lodge
Responded 26 Dec 2020
Good day. We are truly sorry about your experience, this is indeed the exception rather than the norm. Would it be at all possible to email further details to info@vilanculosbeachlodge.com so that we may get to the bottom of your dining experience with us and rectify as far as possible. Wishing you all the very best for the coming year. Once again, our sincerest apologies and looking forward to chatting to you in greater detail over email. The VBL Team
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Venture08932190293 wrote a review Jan 2024
5.0 of 5 bubbles
This place feels like home, the staff is very well trained and without exception always friendly and helpful. Apart from the best view and swimming pool in Vilanculos, the facilities are well maintained and always in good working order. Have been staying at Beach Lodge many times over the past couple of years and you can always depend on their high standards being maintained. The Staff and Management pride themselves in making your stay one to always remember.
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Vilanculos Beach Lodge, General Manager at Vilanculos Beach Lodge
Responded 9 Jan 2024
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that Beach Lodge feels like home to you and that you've consistently experienced exceptional service from friendly staff. It warms our hearts to know that you appreciate our efforts in maintaining top-notch facilities, including the best view and swimming pool in Vilanculos. We're dedicated to ensuring everything is in good working order to enhance your overall experience. We truly value your loyalty as a returning guest over the past couple of years. Your confidence in our high standards means the world to us, and we are delighted to have the opportunity to make each of your stays a memorable one. Our team, from staff to management, takes pride in creating an environment that leaves a lasting positive impression. Your feedback inspires and motivates us to continue delivering exceptional hospitality. We look forward to welcoming you back to Beach Lodge and providing you with many more unforgettable experiences. Warm regards, The VBL Team
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Camila do Castelo wrote a review Jun 2021
Maputo, Mozambique
+1
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Not many words can describe the experience we had... Just... WOW!

It is in my opinion the place with the BEST view in Vilankulo, and offers you the best combo of swimming pool + beach, with an amazing infinity pool right in front of the beach.

The rooms were the best and so cozy. Just add a bathtub and it will be perfect 😍

The food was great and very consistent, and prices are very reasonable.

The best thing of our trip however, was that the whole staff was so friendly, and really outdid themselves in making our experience the best ever.

From organizing our tours to getting us towels for our island hopping adventure and opening exceptions at the kitchen for our convenience, everyone was just on top of their game and thanks to that we had the best time ever.

Hats off, I recommend the lodge and can say that it's definitely the place to be in Vilankulo! ❤️❤️❤️
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Date of stay: June 2021Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Vilanculos Beach Lodge, Marketing at Vilanculos Beach Lodge
Responded 27 Jun 2021
Good day Thank you so much for your review, I am so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay and I will most definitely pass your kind words on to the team. Your feedback means more than you can image especially during such difficult & uncertain times within the hospitality industry. Our wish for you is that you stay safe and that you are able to return to our beautiful little piece of paradise soonest possible. Um Abraco de toda a equipa do Vilanculos Beach Lodge Angela Caratelli
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it’ZoKay wrote a review Feb 2023
+1
5.0 of 5 bubbles
The staff at VBL are friendly, provide exceptional service and are amenable to arranging requested excursions on your behalf with other professional service providers. The food is highly recommended and halaal- friendly. Apart from being scrumptious, the portions are large as well. The room is sufficiently spacious with the exception of the toilet. The resort amenities are great, an infinity pool overlooks the bath-water temperature ocean! The spa is currently only serviced by one masseuse, making couple massages difficult and the wifi was unreliable at times. Thank you to all the staff at VBL, who ensured warm service, always had a smile to offer and went above and beyond to plan several birthday surprises for us. A highly recommended spot for couples and families.
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Date of stay: February 2023
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Vilanculos Beach Lodge, General Manager at Vilanculos Beach Lodge
Responded 27 Feb 2023
Thank you so much for your beautiful review, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay. This review means more than words can express especially now as we face Cyclone Freddy, it gives us all the motivation to stay positive- the sun will shine again and we hope that we are able to welcome you back soon.
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jasonkb2012 wrote a review Sept 2022
+1
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Angela and her team were excellent during our stay. It was my girlfriend's 30th birthday celebration and they went above and beyond to make our stay special that we will forever cherish our stay at the lodge for the rest of our lives. Breakfast was amazing with lots of options and dinner was fantastic with live music to enjoy your meal. The outdoor area is absolutely breathtaking with various chill areas by the pool, by the lawn and by the beach volley ball area. The infinity pool is amazing on its own with a beautiful view. The staff are always available to assist with a smile on their face. The rooms are spacious with very comfy bed and an patio for you to relax. It is a place that I will always stay in when I come to Vilanculos. It is worth every penny.
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Date of stay: July 2022
4.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
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Response from Vilanculos Beach Lodge, General Manager at Vilanculos Beach Lodge
Responded 13 Sept 2022
Ola de Mocambique Thank you so much for taking the time to review Beach lodge- we appreciate your feedback! We are so happy to have been a part of the celebrations !!! We cannot wait to welcome you back, from my team & myself we say OBRIGADA E ATE A PROXIMA :)
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julie01234 wrote a review Sept 2024
Saskatoon, Canada
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We absolutely loved our stay. The staff were so friendly, knowledgeble and accommodating. The layout of the bungalows were really well done, giving guests privacy without compromising distance. It was so refreshing eating delicious seafood everyday. Compliments to the chef, food was excellent. We can't wait to come back.
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Date of stay: September 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Vilanculos Beach Lodge, General Manager at Vilanculos Beach Lodge
Responded 6 days ago
Good day Thank you so much for this amazing review! We're thrilled that you had such a great time with us. It’s fantastic to hear that you enjoyed the privacy of the bungalows and, of course, the seafood! Our chef will be over the moon to hear your compliments – we love serving up those fresh local flavors. It was a pleasure having you, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another slice of paradise soon! Warm regards, The VBL Team
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travelbug7878 wrote a review Nov 2022
Maputo, Mozambique
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We had a wonderful stay at Vilanculos Beach Lodge. The lodge is set in beautiful surroundings with direct beach access and a wonderful ocean view (I would recommend making the effort to get up to watch the sunrise above the ocean). The rooms were very spacious, comfortable and well equipped. All of the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. They also helped us organise an amazing boat trip to Bazaruto. We very much enjoyed all of the facilities that the lodge has to offer, such as the spa, pool, games, kayaks and paddle boards. Some of the kayak/paddle board equipment was a little old/worn out so if you're not experienced you might have a bit of difficulty but we were able to use them without problems. The food in the restaurant was fantastic, the breakfast selection was huge and each day had different fresh pastries/treats to enjoy in addition to what you would expect from a full breakfast buffet. Lunch/dinner were also fantastic - a nice varied menu, wonderfully fresh ingredients and very tasty, high quality food. Overall we had a very memorable and relaxing stay and I would definitely recommend it.
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Date of stay: September 2022
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Mosidi S asked a question Jun 2019
Johannesburg, South Africa74 contributions28 helpful votes
Is there a kids club and what ages/ activities are there for kids?
Vilanculos, Mozambique51 contributions
Good day. There is unfortunately no set "Kids Club" but there is lots to do. Bard games, stand up paddles, kayaks, island trips, jet skis and so much more. All can be arranged at reception during your stay.
Tina666654 asked a question Jan 2019
Bloubergstrand, South Africa112 contributions22 helpful votes
Hi do you have availability for 29 June 10 nights B&B 4 bungalows (8 people )
Vilanculos, Mozambique51 contributions
Good day Tina You are more than welcome to tailor your meals: Basic would include Breakfast, you could add supplementary meals like Lunch and Dinner per person. We do however echo the sentiment shared by previous guests. Perhaps choose the most versatile option (Being Bed and Breakfast) and you can then decide on any given day to dine in or explore other establishments at your leisure. There may also be days where you opt for a light meal as apposed to a full 3 course meal and this way it is entirely your decision on a daily basis. Hope this helps.
Josepina68 asked a question Aug 2018
Cardiff, United Kingdom27 contributions7 helpful votes
Are pool towels provided?
Vilanculos, Mozambique51 contributions
They are indeed. Thank you so much for your question The Beach lodge team
Answer from antshamrock
1 contribution1 helpful vote
I found the prices to be very reasonable, by international standards even more so!
Wicus B wrote a tip Jan 2024
Salt Lake City, Utah38 contributions2 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Go visit Big Blue right next door for awesome fishing and island adventures."
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Hannah M wrote a tip Dec 2023
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Plan pickup from the airport with the hotel you are staying in to avoid much hustle"
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Valerie P wrote a tip Aug 2023
Paris, France4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Book any trip or activity in advance or when you get to the lodge as it can be fully booked"
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Bijoy C wrote a tip Aug 2023
San Francisco, California45 contributions8 helpful votes
4.0 of 5 bubbles
"We ate at the hotel but you should try something outside. Definitely take a day trip to Bazaruto Island where the beach is very nice."
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Amanda R wrote a tip Mar 2023
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia10 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"A wonderful menu"
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PRICE RANGE
S$339 - S$360 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
MozambiqueInhambane ProvinceVilanculos
NUMBER OF ROOMS
24
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Frequently Asked Questions about Vilanculos Beach Lodge
What are some of the property amenities at Vilanculos Beach Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
What food & drink options are available at Vilanculos Beach Lodge?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and a poolside bar during their stay.
Is parking available at Vilanculos Beach Lodge?
Yes, free parking and secured parking are available to guests.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Vilanculos Beach Lodge?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does Vilanculos Beach Lodge have an airport shuttle?
Yes, Vilanculos Beach Lodge offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Does Vilanculos Beach Lodge have airport transportation?
Yes, Vilanculos Beach Lodge offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at Vilanculos Beach Lodge?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Vilanculos Beach Lodge?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, French, Portuguese, and Afrikaans.
Does Vilanculos Beach Lodge have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the bay view available here.
Is Vilanculos Beach Lodge accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.
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