Beachfront Location: Samara Lodge in Vilanculos offers direct beachfront access with stunning sea views. Guests can relax on the rooftop swimming pool or enjoy the lush garden and terrace.
Comfortable Accommodations: The lodge features family rooms with air-conditioning, private balconies, and modern amenities. Each room includes a private bathroom, kitchenette, and free WiFi.
Dining Experience: A family-friendly restaurant serves African, Portuguese, and seafood cuisines with halal options. Guests can enjoy lunch and dinner in a traditional ambience.
Convenient Services: Samara Lodge provides a free airport shuttle service, private check-in and check-out, 24-hour front desk, and free on-site parking. Additional services include room service and car hire.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
“Amazing food. Inclusive breakfast was very generous. Evening meal not included but great value for money and very tasty! Beautiful room which was comfy and clean. Will definitely stay again.”
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Craig
United Kingdom
“Everything!! Lovely, clean and comfortable. Very hospitable staff, always willing to help.
The seafood at Samara is outstanding! The best in the area.”
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Craig
United Kingdom
“Food was great location perfect great place to stay”
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Antonella
Italy
“Fabulous stay from all points of view. Super clean and tidy apartment. Exceptional restaurant. Friendly and super helpful staff, never met such wonderful people in all my years of traveling. Excellent value for money and thanks again Samara.”
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John
United Kingdom
“Right on the beach. Nice, clean, air-conditioned and well appointed and spacious room. Only one minor negative, no door/ proper separation of bathroom.
Staff were very friendly and helped us book activities at competitive prices.
Overall, would...”
Rob
France
“We cannot Thank more Samara Lodge, we had the absolute best experience and wouldnt go elsewhere if we go back to Vilankulos. Everything was just perfect!”
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Emil
Germany
“The property is right on the beach, and the seaview room provided exactly that — an exquisite sea view which came with a beautiful sunrise every morning.”
Belia
South Africa
“Friendly staff go out there way to help.Amazing food breakfast and dinner from menu.Closes to all beach activities”
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Peter
United Kingdom
“Glorious fresh fruit and delicious eggs. The bread is excellent as is the muesli with yoghurt. Perfect.”
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Joao
Portugal
“O que mais gostei no alojamento foi, sem dúvida, o excelente apoio prestado pelos donos e pelos empregados — sempre prestáveis, simpáticos e atentos. O local é muito confortável, acolhedor e tranquilo, perfeito para descansar sem confusões. Uma...”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
Samara
Cuisine
African • Portuguese • Seafood
Open for
Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Ambiance
Family friendly • Traditional
Dietary options
Halal
Facilities of Samara Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5
Most popular facilities
Outdoor swimming pool
Beachfront
Free WiFi
Airport shuttle (free)
Restaurant
Family rooms
Free parking
Non-smoking rooms
Bar
Breakfast
House rules
Samara Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 15 years
Extra bed upon request
US$25 per child, per night
16+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$50 per person, per night
Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no cots available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Samara Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
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