Escape to Vista do Mar, a tropical haven near Tofo Beach. Enjoy free full breakfast and dinner at the on-site restaurant, unwind with water activities like motor boating or snorkeling, and explore nearby Barra Beach. With a garden, outdoor pool with sun loungers, bar and helpful 24-hour front desk staff praised by previous guests.
At Vista do Mar, you'll be 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Barra Beach and 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Tofo Beach. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.
At a glance
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Hotel size
9 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Transfers
Airport shuttle*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Private dining
What to do
On the beach
Hiking/biking trails
Horse riding/rentals
Motor boating
Snorkeling
Fishing
Kayaking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Pool loungers
Romance packages
Facilities
1 building/tower
Garden
Terrace
Television in common areas
An outdoor pool
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Local artist showcase
Outdoor furniture
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This seafood restaurant specializes in seafood and serves breakfast and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 250.00 per vehicle (roundtrip)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge
Policies
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Vista Mar Lodge Inhambane
Vista Mar Inhambane
Vista do Mar Lodge
Vista do Mar Inhambane
Vista do Mar Lodge Inhambane
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Vista do Mar?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Vista do Mar?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Vista do Mar?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Vista do Mar?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 250.00 per vehicle roundtrip.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Vista do Mar?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Vista do Mar and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like horseback riding, fishing, and snorkeling. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the lodge's other amenities, which include a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Vista do Mar?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers seafood.
Does Vista do Mar have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
What's the area around Vista do Mar like?
Vista do Mar is located a short 2-minute walk from Barra Beach.
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Reviews
Vista do Mar Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.4
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
9.8
Staff & service
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 20, 2024
Absolute Oasis, Staff were superb, food was amazing, rooms were spacious and modern
Can’t recommend highly enough
Will definitely be back
Paul
Paul, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 8, 2023
This place is a paradise! My friend and I just loved the tranquil, amazingly beautiful place with a clean beach. The staff was super friendly, and the breakfast was great.
Iida
Iida, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 27, 2016
A great spot at a great price
This is a very nice classy place at a very good price on quiet gorgeous Praia do Barra.
Great room overlooking the beach. Amazing value for money.
David
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2024
All ist really very good, perfect. I never had a nicer hotel the last 4 weeks on my journey in Africa
Arnold Josef
Arnold Josef, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2021
Chantel and her staff are very welcoming and attentive. The property has good facilities and guests are made to feel like its a home from home. The beachside position are perfect for walking on the beach in the current covid restrictions.
The rooms are well appointed, with comfortable beds & great bathrooms. As someone who prefers to drink tea, the coffee making facilities in the room are limiting, but access to the small kitchen for drink making was appreciated. The covered dining & seating areas overlooking the sea are perfect for relaxing. The pool looked inviting, even though it was a little cool for us to try it out!!!
We will be back!
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jun 17, 2021
Chantelle & her staff were very attentive & helpful. Everything was clean & efficient, with good food & great service. We could not have been made to feel more welcome, were looked after well & will be back!
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Aug 10, 2018
Standard 3 star hotel, but room for improvement
This is a very difficult review to write, as we were hoping for much more from this hotel, but were sadly disappointed. The staff did their best, but we were ultimately let down by the overall location and the state of the accommodation which did not accurately reflect the reviews we had read online. Dinner wasn't available at the hotel upon our arrival (we were told when we got there that we had to book it beforehand), and we were left wandering around the deserted local area in the pitch black dark looking for a place to eat. Not a great start. And then the following day, when we tried to make a dinner reservation, they had a set menu with no vegetarian (or even pescatarian) options, so we again had to wander around Inhambane. The room itself had much to be desired--there were blood stains on our bedsheets, and little touches like complimentary water and insect repellent would have been appreciated. Wifi (which we had to pay for) only worked in the common area and not in our room. All that being said, we could see that the staff was really making an effort to go out of their way to help us--the manager was kind enough to give us her personal phone charger as well as beach towels. And the housekeeper and serving staff were very friendly and kind, although it seemed like they were understaffed as it was hard to get their attention. Looking back, we wish we had either stayed in Tofo rather than Inhambane, or spent a little more for a more luxurious hotel nearby.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2017
Great great place!
Great price, amazing food, friendly staff, amazing african sunset and very nice beach. 100% recommendable. I will definitely come back.
Pablo
Pablo, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2015
Picturesque view and excellent service
The room was spacious and clean. The manager was friendly and accommodating. The food service was outstanding. It is a perfect place for resting and for activities.