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Villas do Indico Eco - Resort & Spa Lodge

4.0 star property
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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
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Deluxe Suite

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8.4 out of 10
Very good

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  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available

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Parcela 32, Chigamane, Vilanculos, Inhambane, 2193
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Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Cabin Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Villas do Indico Eco - Resort & Spa Lodge

Catch some rays on Villas do Indico Eco - Resort & Spa Lodge's private white sand beach, pamper yourself at the full-service spa, or enjoy snorkeling.
Villas do Indico Eco - Resort & Spa Lodge offers 15 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes. Rooms open to furnished patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Tempur-Pedic beds feature premium bedding. In-room wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)) is available for a surcharge. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include a private beach and an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the lodge's full-service spa. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include hot stone massages, facials, and body scrubs.
During your stay at Villas do Indico Eco - Resort & Spa Lodge, you'll be close to Kitesurfing Centre Mozambique. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus a full-service spa.
  • Free WiFi in some public areas
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy ocean views while dining at Villas do Indico
  • Continental breakfast served daily for a fee
  • WiFi for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Indulge with manicures and pedicures, hot stone massages, or body treatments at the spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
  • Onsite recreation includes a private beach, basketball, and motor boating
  • 5 mi (8.1 km) from Vilanculos Beach and 7.8 mi (12.6 km) from Municipal Market
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the white sand beach. Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. At Villas do Indico Eco - Resort & Spa Lodge, pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa or have fun in the sun with activities like snorkeling and kayaking.

Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach lodge also offers an outdoor pool, a garden, and a terrace. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Vilanculos lodge.

For a fee, guests can enjoy continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Villas do Indico - Overlooking the ocean and pool, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (MZN 500 per week)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: MZN 975 for adults and MZN 450 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Villas do Indico

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Basketball
  • Boat tours
  • Books
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Shopping
  • Snorkelling
  • TV in common areas
  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 1,076 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • No lift

More

  • Built in 2009
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: MZN 1000
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: MZN 1000 for check-in between noon and 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: MZN 1000

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Villas do Indico Eco - Resort & Spa Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for MZN 3000 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately MZN 975 for adults and MZN 450 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: MZN 500 per week (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: MZN 3000 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Early check-in fee: MZN 1000 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: MZN 1000 for check-in between noon and 3:00 PM
  • Late check-out fee: MZN 1000 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: MZN 3000 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Parties and events are allowed on site
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Villas do Indico Eco - Resort & Spa Lodge offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation 24 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. This property's front desk is open during the following times:
  • Monday - Sunday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests arriving after 7:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Villas do Indico Eco-Resort
Villas do Indico Eco-Resort Lodge
Villas do Indico Eco-Resort Lodge Vilanculos
Villas do Indico Eco-Resort Vilanculos
Villas Indico Eco-Resort Lodge Vilanculos
Villas Indico Eco-Resort Lodge
Villas Indico Eco-Resort Vilanculos
Villas Indico Eco-Resort
Villas Do Indico Eco & Spa
Villas do Indico Eco Resort Spa Lodge
Villas do Indico Eco - Resort & Spa Lodge Lodge
Villas do Indico Eco - Resort & Spa Lodge Vilanculos
Villas do Indico Eco - Resort & Spa Lodge Lodge Vilanculos

Villas do Indico Eco - Resort & Spa Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 73 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fenias

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place to be
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is my 6th stay at Villas do Indico. As always, exceptional from start to finish. The beachfront setting is stunning, the rooms are comfortable and well-appointed, and the entire property exudes a sense of calm and rustic charm. The cuisine is outstanding — fresh, beautifully prepared, and consistently delicious. Most impressive of all was the service: every member of staff was attentive, courteous, and went above and beyond to ensure a perfect experience.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a very nice stay...
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARCOS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good place for the ones who need a cool and quiet place
Stayed 16 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ines

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really good
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic. Miles of empty beaches right there. The friendliest staff imaginable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pretty hotel in tranquil setting

We had a lovely 5 -night stay here. It is on a quiet beach in a picturesque location, though getting to it is a bit of a bumpy ride on a sandy road. However, this did not stop us from doing a number of good activities from the hotel - canoeing, diving, horse riding etc. A pleasantly memorable holiday.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Villas do Indico was everything I hoped: quiet, relaxed, good food, in a beautiful location. However, you should note that the hotel is 8km from town. I was happy to run/walk along deserted beaches most days to get to town/kite surfing. I then took a ride back. If you are taking rides both ways -- which are charged at around US$20 -- you will run up a substantial transport bill. You have to travel in a 4*4 as the last 3km are unpaved/sand. You can do this cheaper on the back of a motorbike but everyone says it is seriously dangerous.| I also had a small issue with the Internet connection having to be renewed each day. Nonetheless, it is a great location if you want peace. Walking north from the hotel is even quieter and more beautiful than going south. Final tip: I took some 'barefoot' running shoes and they were great on the beach. Take up almost no room in your bag but provide enough protection for running and against razor clams when in the sea -- these are fairly common and can give a bare foot a bad cut when dragged across one.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jonson

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is now semi derelict. We arrived and walked around freely unchallenged. There is one member of staff on site. The gates are closed with a sign 'Beware of the Dogs' and we had to push the gates open. IN the parking lot is the broken down, written off airport transfer car with a wheel that has fallen off; there are heaps of rubbish all around and fire debris; the first villas you see are burnt out shells; other villas are rundown and locked up; the infinity pool which is the centre of this boutique hotel is derelict, a large puddle of algae green water at the bottom; the reception was unmanned and we saw just one forlorn group who like us had been misled by the web. There is one employee on site. The hotel has taken down its website. Given that the hotel owner (based in Portugal) refused refunds, and maintains that the hotel is open - I would term this 'fraudulent misrepresentation' by the owner. He or she knows the state of their hotel and continues to take customers' money and refuse refunds. The criticism by the way is squarely of the owner, and I am not implying any criticism of Expedia It porbably once was a good boutique hotel - maybe back in 2018 when the hotel's own photos date from Last winter's economic travails of Mozambique have clearly taken a toll although I suspect the rot set in much earlier with this hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Site magnifique avec vue sur la mer et belle plage. Les chambres sont d’une bonne taille et très bien décorées. L’hôtel est à 12 Km du centre sur une route de terre nécessitant un 4x4. C’est un bon site pour une retraite isolée mais pas pour faire des activités ou marcher. Restaurant sur place avec les prix élevés vu le manque d’autres options Le déjeuner est très bon. Autre point négatif: le staff travaille plus de 12 heures par jour, c’est le même personnel le matin à 7h et le soir à 22h. Il y a donc de l’abus de main d’œuvre.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jabir

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pas terrible

Trop cher, chambre avec des infiltrations d'eau plafond fenêtre. Ne répondent jamais au messages envoyés quelques jours avant le séjour. 10 USD le petit déjeuner par personne, le chocolat chaud c'est facture en sus
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Villas do Indico is a peaceful beachside haven 7-8kms north of Vilanculo. Luana and the staff were excellent - friendly, attentive & knowledgeable about the area. The rooms were perfect. Well appointed, with comfortable beds, black out curtains, the largest mozzie net we have ever seen! Sitting on the balcony watching the sea at the edge of the property was perfect. The only slight downside was no warning on Expedia that a 4x4 was essential to access the property. The sand road from the town was challenging & we were thankful we have a high clearance vehicle. This has not put us off visiting again & we will be back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service très attentionné !!! Nourriture très bonne et variée. Magnifiques villas. Belle décoration et très propre. Plage sauvage et superbes nuances de bleu à marée basse. Petit point négatif : Transferts assez chers car hôtel très isolé ( à 30 minutes du centre)
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyrone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Paradise Understood!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property. Everything was done perfectly. Ana and Luis made sure that the overall guest experience was excellent. Our other host, John, made sure that all of our needs were met. The property is away from the main city which made it all the more peaceful. When we wanted to go into town John would arrange to get us to the main connection point and would arrange for a Tuk Tuk. The room was perfectly set up with a mosquito net. The value for money was excellent. We highly recommend this place!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Vi tillbringade 8 nätter här och vi hade det bra. Det är rent och fräscht och bra variation på menyn. Dock så ligger stället helt avskilt från all civilisation och jag tycker inte om när man utnyttjar det och tar överpriser på tex. Vatten, öl och en del mat. Det var bra priser på boendet men 40-50% dyrare att äta och dricka om man jämnför med byn. Stället är annars superfint! Vill du ha en lugn oas och inte ha massa liv runt dig så är detta paradiset.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Prachtige plek met zwembad die uitkijkt over de zee. Prima cabin op het camping terrain. Nadelen, boel is slecht onderhouden dus zwembad heeft erg scherpe tegels waar mensen/kinderen zich flink aan snijden. Daarnaast is de qualiteit van het eten erg slecht en te duur voor wat je krijgt, en vaak misten ingredienten uit de gerechten die op de hoek van de straat gewoon verkrijgbaar waren. Was teleurstellend en je betaalde vooralsnog de volle prijs. Aan te raden voor de locatie, en het vriendelijke personeel. De keuken en staat van het terrein is toe aan renovatie en meer pro-activiteit.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The staff were excellent. We received a room upgrade which was amazing. We loved the food in the restaurant, especially the grilled prawns!. We were surprised on our last night there with a special romantic dinner. The views are amazing from the property. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super view from your veranda.beautifull garden and private beach
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Is a really wonderful place. Recommend Xavier highly. Bit disappointed that the lodge boats were not operating so we could not easily organize a trip to St Carolina island. That said the trip we did to Bazaruto was spectacular
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great location, very nice staff

Very nice hotel, much attention to detail. The location is right on the beach. The food is excellent and staff is very friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sebastien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Close to Paradise

Thank you Ana Paula (owner) and Luis for this beautiful week end we spent in your Villas Do Indico. Beautiful rooms, beautiful view and warm welcome.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A very relaxing holiday.

Despite our family all being sick during our stay, we enjoyed our time at Villas do Indico very much. George the manager and the waiters Benny, Xavier and John were all super helpful and very patient given our sickness. The rooms were comfortable, the setting beautiful and we will be going back sometime, when hopefully we will be well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Lodge on the Beach in Vilanculos

Jorge immediately called and emailed me to confirm after I booked my reservations. He arranged a ride from the airport. The grounds are beautifully kept. Large pool overlooking the beach. All the staff were very friendly and majority English speaking. Jorge arranged rides, made recommendations for activities, and ensured my stay was comfortable. This lodge is a bit more remote from the town center but I preferred it because it was like a little piece of heaven to yourself. Breakfast was included which was always great - not just bagels or cereal. Dinners were delicious. Jorge also arranged for a boat trip and snorkeling to visit the nearby islands. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

6/10 Okay

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hôtel agréable

Hôtel agréable, personnel très aimable et à l'écoute de vos besoins. Néanmoins, le prix est certainement un peu élevé par rapport aux prestations et surtout tenez compte du fait que l'hôtel étant isolé et que si vous n'avez pas de voiture,l'hôtel se propose de venir vous cherchez au centre de Vilanculos mais ceci à un certain coût, à savoir 40 dollars aller/retour. Ceci n'étant pas mentionné, il est préférable de le savoir.
Verified

8/10 Good

Shelley

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Simple eco-hotel right on the beach

This isn't a sophisticated place but it's charming, has everything you need and is kind to the environment. The chef is amazing and cooks up some truly delicious meals. The location is also off the beaten path so it's very peaceful and serene. The hotel is right on the beach and there are no hills to climb up or down.