Catembe Gallery Hotel is a hotel on the Catembe peninsula, on the south bank of Maputo Bay opposite the capital. It combines standard rooms with chalets and multi-level penthouses, and sits on grounds that include gardens, a beach frontage and a small on-site museum.
Best for
Catembe Gallery Hotel suits travellers who want a quieter, garden-and-beach setting within reach of Maputo city rather than a downtown address.
It suits less well anyone who wants to be within walking distance of the city centre’s shops and offices, since Catembe sits across the bay.
Location
The hotel is on Rua B in Catembe, on the south side of Maputo Bay. In a straight line it is about 4.7 km south of our Maputo city centre reference point.
Rooms and style at Catembe Gallery Hotel
The property lists Bayview Chalets, luxury and standard en-suite rooms, and three penthouse units (A, B and a duplex C), though exact unit counts are not stated on the official site; guests should confirm bed configuration when booking.
Facilities at Catembe Gallery Hotel
Verified facilities include conference rooms for up to 25-35 residential guests, an outdoor amphitheatre for up to 150 guests, the Restaurante Marisol and Marisol Baía Tapas & Cocktail Bar, gardens and a beach frontage, and a small local-history museum.
Trade-offs and what to know
The Catembe location means a bay crossing (bridge or ferry) is needed to reach central Maputo, which some visitors may find adds time to a trip.
The official site gives facility descriptions but not exact room counts, so it is worth confirming layout and bedding before booking.
Getting there and getting around
The hotel is reached from central Maputo via the Maputo-Katembe bridge or by ferry across the bay; the property also arranges organised excursions such as dhow trips and reserve visits for guests without their own transport.
Explore the area
- Maputo travel guide
- Maputo & Southern Coast: region guide
- Where to stay in Maputo & Southern Coast: choosing a base
- Mozambique accommodation: how to choose a region
Before you book
Confirm which room or chalet category is offered, meal arrangements at the on-site restaurant, and transport across the bay, since these are not fully detailed on the official website.
Current rates and availability
We do not publish fixed rates for Catembe Gallery Hotel, because pricing and availability change with dates and demand. Use the Check Availability button on this page to see the current options offered by the independent booking provider. Mozambique Travel Guide does not set prices, hold inventory or take payment.