Samara Lodge is a lodge and restaurant set in Vilanculos, on Mozambique’s southern coast. Samara Lodge combines guest accommodation with an on-site restaurant and garden setting a short distance from the beach.
Best for
Samara Lodge suits travellers who want a garden-set base with a pool and an in-house restaurant close to Vilanculos beach.
It suits less well guests who need a large resort with an extensive activities desk on site, since the official site points to a separate activities page rather than a long in-house list.
Location
Samara Lodge sits in Vilanculos, close to the beach according to the property’s own site. In a straight line it is about 2.3 km north of our Vilankulo town reference point.
Rooms and style at Samara Lodge
The official website has a dedicated bedrooms section, but the homepage and contact page do not state specific room types or counts; this should be confirmed directly with Samara Lodge before booking.
Facilities at Samara Lodge
Verified facilities include an outdoor pool, a bar, a garden, free Wi-Fi in guest areas and an on-site restaurant, all stated on the Samara Lodge website.
Trade-offs and what to know
The official site is light on room-level detail, so configurations and bed counts need confirming directly.
Specific activities beyond a general activities page are not itemised on the homepage, so guests should ask what is currently on offer.
There is no stated check-in or check-out time, so travellers with tight onward connections should ask in advance.
Getting there and getting around
Samara Lodge is reached via the Vilanculos road network; the official site does not state whether guests need a 4×4 or transfer to reach the property.
Explore the area
- Vilankulo travel guide
- Vilankulo & Bazaruto: region guide
- Where to stay in Vilankulo & Bazaruto: choosing a base
- Mozambique accommodation: how to choose a region
Before you book
Before booking, confirm room type and bed configuration, meal arrangements at the restaurant, and any transfer options directly with Samara Lodge, as these are not detailed on the homepage or contact page. It is also worth checking which activities are currently offered and how they are arranged, since the activities page is kept separate from the main facilities described here, and asking about garden or pool access times for those staying only a short visit.
Current rates and availability
We do not publish fixed rates for Samara Lodge, because pricing and availability change with dates and demand.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.