Chongoene Resort is a self-catering and camping resort on the reef coast a few kilometres north of Xai-Xai, Mozambique. Chongoene Resort combines several self-catering houses with a camping area, a restaurant and a beach bar, set above rock pools formed by the offshore reef.
Best for
Chongoene Resort suits self-catering groups and campers who want reef-front access and their own kitchen or braai
it suits travellers wanting a serviced hotel room less well, since the units are self-catering houses and camping pitches
Location
The resort sits on the Chongoene coast, described by the property as 3 km north of Xai-Xai. In a straight line it is about 13.4 km south-east of our Xai-Xai town reference point.
Rooms and style at Chongoene Resort
Accommodation includes self-catering houses such as ‘The View’ (3 bedrooms) and ‘Fish Eagle Nest’ (3 bedrooms, sleeping up to 8), alongside a dedicated camping area; the official site does not give a total unit or pitch count. The self-catering houses are fitted with their own kitchens, so guests bring or buy their own food locally rather than relying on the on-site restaurant for every meal.
Facilities at Chongoene Resort
Verified facilities include a restaurant with a full bar and DSTV, a separate beach bar with cocktail service, self-catering kitchens in the houses, and reef rock pools directly in front of the property. The camping area is set among coastal bush rather than directly on open sand, which the resort presents as added shade and shelter from wind.
Trade-offs and what to know
No official GPS coordinate is published, only a general distance from Xai-Xai
contact and check-in details are not stated on the official site, so these need confirming directly with the resort
Getting there and getting around
Chongoene Resort is reached by road along the coast north of Xai-Xai town; the official site does not specify whether a 4×4 is required for the final approach. Chongoene Resort is reached via the coast road that branches off north of Xai-Xai town towards the Chongoene beach settlements.
Explore the area
- Xai-Xai 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 house or camping pitch is being booked, sleeping capacity, restaurant opening times, and check-in arrangements before travelling. Guests should also confirm whether firewood, gas or braai equipment is provided with a self-catering house, and what identification or vehicle permits are needed for the camping area.
Current rates and availability
We do not publish fixed rates for Chongoene Resort, 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.