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Natasha
South Africa

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4.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed 29 Mar 2024via mobile
Our experience here was delightful. The resort is stunning, and the hospitality was exceptional. We thoroughly enjoyed the delicious food and the attentive staff made our stay truly memorable. The stunning swimming pool overlooking the sea added to the beauty of the place, and we thoroughly enjoyed our time there. The resort's beautiful surroundings made our short stay a fantastic experience.
Date of stay: December 2023
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 6 Apr 2024
Thank you so much for sharing your delightful experience! It's wonderful to hear that you found our resort stunning and that our hospitality exceeded your expectations. We're thrilled that you thoroughly enjoyed the delicious food and felt well taken care of by our attentive staff. The stunning swimming pool overlooking the sea is indeed a highlight, and we're glad it added to the beauty of your stay. We hope to welcome you back soon for another fantastic experience amidst our beautiful surroundings!
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Reviewed 25 January 2024

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.

Date of stay: January 2024
  • Trip type: Travelled with family
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Vilanculos Beach Lodge, General Manager at Vilanculos Beach Lodge, responded to this reviewResponded 27 January 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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Reviewed 9 January 2024

This was our fifth trip to Vilanculos, but first time at the Beach Lodge. The lodge is excellent and highly recommended. Accommodation is comfortable, cleaning service was top notch and servers are friendly. Location is prefect with direct access to the beach. The lodge GM personally checked on our experience and asked for any areas they can improve on. The only one we could think of is more drinks servants around the pool. This lodge has no TV's in the rooms which in our opinion is preferred. TV's would take away the authenticity of the beach experience. You are in one of the best places on the planet, why waste it by watching TV?

Room tip: Go visit Big Blue right next door for awesome fishing and island adventures.
Date of stay: January 2024
  • Trip type: Travelled with family
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Vilanculos Beach Lodge, General Manager at Vilanculos Beach Lodge, responded to this reviewResponded 10 January 2024

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience at the Beach Lodge in Vilanculos. We're thrilled to hear that this was a memorable trip for you, especially as it marked your fifth visit to the area.

It's wonderful to know that you found the lodge to be excellent and highly recommendable. Our team takes great pride in providing comfortable accommodation, top-notch cleaning services, and a friendly environment. We're glad that you appreciated the direct access to the beach, as we believe it adds to the overall charm of the lodge.

We truly value your feedback, and it was a pleasure to learn that our General Manager personally checked on your experience. We're always looking for ways to enhance our guests' stays, and your suggestion about having more drinks servers around the pool is duly noted. We'll certainly take this into consideration as we strive to make continuous improvements.

Regarding the absence of TVs in the rooms, we're delighted to hear that you see this as a positive aspect. We agree that being in such a beautiful location calls for immersing oneself in the natural surroundings rather than watching TV. Your perspective aligns perfectly with our goal of providing an authentic beach experience, and we're grateful for your understanding.

Thank you once again for choosing Beach Lodge and for sharing your insights. We look forward to welcoming you back for your sixth visit, and we'll strive to make it an even more memorable experience.

Warm regards,
The VBL Team

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Reviewed 8 January 2024

We went to Vilanculos Beach Lodge on two occassions to have drinks and a meal (we did not stay at the lodge, but were day visitors). The food and drinks were delicious. It is a stunning setting overlooking the immaculate garden, pool and beach.

On the second occasion, however, the staff were quite rude when we had not made a reservation and reluctantly gave us one of many open tables.

It was, however, a stunning meal with live music.

Date of stay: January 2024
  • Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Vilanculos Beach Lodge, General Manager at Vilanculos Beach Lodge, responded to this reviewResponded 10 January 2024

Dear Rebecca,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Vilanculos Beach Lodge. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the delicious food and drinks in the stunning setting overlooking the immaculate garden, pool, and beach on both occasions.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience you may have experienced regarding the reservation on your second visit. We would like to clarify that we have a mix of pre-booked tables for outside guests as well as tables allocated to our in-house guests. Our in-house guests are not obliged to make reservations, which results in a few tables remaining available should the hotel guest wish to join us for their meal or drinks.

Please know that we always aim to provide the best possible experience for all our guests, and to hear that a team member was less than welcoming is concerning, we will most definitely address this issue with further training. Your feedback is valuable to us, and we will use it to improve our service-Thank you!

We are pleased to hear that, despite the initial inconvenience, you had a stunning meal with live music. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back to Vilanculos Beach Lodge and provide you with an even better experience in the future.

Thank you for your understanding and for choosing Vilanculos Beach Lodge.

Best regards,

Vilanculos Beach Lodge

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Reviewed 8 January 2024

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.

Date of stay: December 2023
Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Vilanculos Beach Lodge, General Manager at Vilanculos Beach Lodge, responded to this reviewResponded 10 January 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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Reviewed 26 December 2023 via mobile

Great service, nice view of the beach, top class hospitality, the weather was nice to be outside, fresh meals everyday and super friendly helpful staff, I enjoyed every day of my stay, looking forward to my next visit again, I also enjoyed the yatch ride to the island, the views from the island are spectacular

Room tip: Plan pickup from the airport with the hotel you are staying in to avoid much hustle
Date of stay: December 2023
Trip type: Travelled solo
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Vilanculos Beach Lodge, General Manager at Vilanculos Beach Lodge, responded to this reviewResponded 27 December 2023

Dear Hannah,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful feedback with us! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic experience during your stay.

It's delightful to know that you enjoyed the great service, the beautiful beach views, and the hospitality provided by our team. We strive to create a welcoming and enjoyable environment for our guests, and it's heartening to see that reflected in your review.

We're glad the weather cooperated, allowing you to make the most of the outdoors, and that you found our meals to be fresh and satisfying. Our staff takes pride in being super friendly and helpful, so it's rewarding to see their efforts acknowledged.

The yacht ride to the island sounds like it added an extra layer of enjoyment to your stay, and we're pleased that you were able to experience the spectacular views from there. Your enthusiasm is truly appreciated.

We can't wait to welcome you back for your next visit! If there's anything specific you'd like us to arrange or improve upon for your future stay, please don't hesitate to let us know. Safe travels until we have the pleasure of hosting you again!

Warm regards,
Angela Caratelli

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