Machangulo Beach Lodge - Santa Maria
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Boutique beach lodge with private beach and family villas with plunge pools in Santa Maria, Mozambique
Accommodation & Design
Machangulo Beach Lodge offers well-appointed bungalows set within untouched African beach scenery, each with sea views and private decks. The lodge's architecture blends Portuguese colonial and African design elements, creating a distinct aesthetic across the property. Family villas include private plunge pools, adding a layer of exclusive comfort for guests traveling with children.
Amenities & Services
The property features an outdoor swimming pool with beachfront access and a private beach area reserved for guests. An onsite spa offers treatments including thalassotherapy, full body massage, and couples massage. Concierge service, daily housekeeping, laundry, and luggage storage are available, along with a shared lounge and meeting facilities.
Dining & Cuisine
Machangulo Lodge provides a complimentary full breakfast daily, with a restaurant serving a kid-friendly buffet and special diet menus on request. The bar offers a selection of wine and champagne, and a snack bar is available for lighter fare. Guests can order room service or enjoy a meal on the beachfront terrace.
Activities & Experiences
Snorkeling, canoeing, and kayaking are available directly from the lodge, with easy access to scuba diving spots in the nearby marine reserves. A kids' club and babysitting services allow parents to enjoy walking tours or fishing excursions. Water sport facilities are on site, and the lodge organizes organized boat transfers from Maputo for all guests.
Location & Access
Machangulo Beach Lodge Mozambique is the closest luxury beach lodge to Maputo and the Kruger National Park, reachable by organized boat transfers. The property sits near the Inhaca Marine Reserve and Ponta do Ouro Partial Marine Reserve, offering deserted beaches for quiet exploration. Guests benefit from a private beach area and direct access to the Indian Ocean.
- Location: Closest luxury beach lodge to Maputo and Kruger Park, with organized boat transfers
- Rooms: Well-appointed bungalows with sea views and private plunge pools in family villas
- Dining: Complimentary full breakfast, kid-friendly buffet, and room service
- Amenities: Outdoor pool, private beach, and onsite spa with thalassotherapy
- Activities: Snorkeling, canoeing, kids' club, and walking tours
- Wellness: Spa treatments including couples massage and full body massage
- Family: Babysitting services and family villas with private plunge pools
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
540 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed and 2 Bunk beds
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Shower
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Balcony
Facilities
Main facilities
Outdoor swimming pool
Kids club
Children's buffet
Cribs
Beach access
Private beach
Sun loungers
Beach umbrellas
Sports & Fitness
- Snorkeling
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Fishing
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cribs
- Children's buffet
- Kids club
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness center
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Garden furniture
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Essential information about Machangulo Beach Lodge
| 💵 Lowest room price | 430 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 1.8 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 19.5 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Maputo International, MPM |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
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