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Bahia Mar Boutique Hotel

Vilanculos, Mozambique

Aerial view of tropical greenery, grey-roofed buildings and a white-sand beach and ocean
Stone building with glass-fronted balcony overlooking tropical greenery and the ocean
Luxury suites overlooking a white beach and surrounded by greenery
Hotel room with stone walls, a beige vanity unit with white sink and four-poster bed with white drapes
Blue and white cushioned seating area and kitchenette with stone wall backing
Cobbled stone wall with white twin beds and mustard cushions overlooking a furnished terrace
Group of people lying down on yoga mats in a fitness studio
Group in active wear in a sit up position while an instructor oversees
Two people holding noodles in a swimming pool while an instructor takes a class
Woman in active wear in a leg stretch on yoga mats
Treadmills and rowing machine in a gym with stone walls
Treatment room with massage bed and white sink with a large window overlooking tropical greenery
Thatched-roof wooden hut surrounded by tropical greenery
Woman lying down in a towel while a figure in white applies white cream to her face
Turquoise seas in Mozambique
Couple in the ocean shallows, one kite surfing another paddling
Infinity swimming pool with a thatched swim-up bar surrounded by loungers with blue towels and greenery
Swim-up bar in an infinity pool surrounded by loungers and greenery
Couple enjoying the sea view on a terrace furnished with a table, chairs and umbrella
Outdoor decking with tables and chairs and large umbrellas, in front of a stone building and surrounded by trees
Smiling chef in uniform seasoning a dish in his kitchen
Hotel accommodation peeking out of tropical greenery and fronted by a white-sand beach
Infinity swimming pool surrounded by trees and loungers with blue towels on them
Aerial view of tropical greenery, grey-roofed buildings and a white-sand beach and ocean
Stone building with glass-fronted balcony overlooking tropical greenery and the ocean
Luxury suites overlooking a white beach and surrounded by greenery
Hotel room with stone walls, a beige vanity unit with white sink and four-poster bed with white drapes
Blue and white cushioned seating area and kitchenette with stone wall backing
Cobbled stone wall with white twin beds and mustard cushions overlooking a furnished terrace
Group of people lying down on yoga mats in a fitness studio
Group in active wear in a sit up position while an instructor oversees
Two people holding noodles in a swimming pool while an instructor takes a class
Woman in active wear in a leg stretch on yoga mats
Treadmills and rowing machine in a gym with stone walls
Treatment room with massage bed and white sink with a large window overlooking tropical greenery
Thatched-roof wooden hut surrounded by tropical greenery
Woman lying down in a towel while a figure in white applies white cream to her face
Turquoise seas in Mozambique
Couple in the ocean shallows, one kite surfing another paddling
Infinity swimming pool with a thatched swim-up bar surrounded by loungers with blue towels and greenery
Swim-up bar in an infinity pool surrounded by loungers and greenery
Couple enjoying the sea view on a terrace furnished with a table, chairs and umbrella
Outdoor decking with tables and chairs and large umbrellas, in front of a stone building and surrounded by trees
Smiling chef in uniform seasoning a dish in his kitchen
Hotel accommodation peeking out of tropical greenery and fronted by a white-sand beach
Infinity swimming pool surrounded by trees and loungers with blue towels on them

Overview

With just 22 beautifully dressed rooms, this luxury boutique hotel feels as exclusive as it does intimate. Combining relaxation with a picture-perfect location in the coastal town of Vilankulo, it’s blanketed in tropical greenery and has direct access to white sands and turquoise waters. You’re within easy reach of the Bazaruto Archipelago here – a collection of idyllic islands within a protected marine park, bursting with ocean life.

Unsurprisingly, many of the activities here revolve around the ocean – there’s snorkelling, kite surfing, and stand-up paddle boarding. You can also take a daytrip on the hotel’s 15-seater speed boat and picnic on one of the nearby islands. Other options include a sleek infinity pool with a swim-up bar, and a tranquil spa with a lengthy treatment menu. Rounding off the facilities list is a hotel restaurant serving local specialities and healthy dishes designed by nutritionists.
Families are welcome here, but there’s no kids’ club.

When to go

Best time to visit is from April to November which is dry season. The rainy season is between December and February. March to November is a good time to visit with nice temperatures and less crowds.
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What we love

  • The Vilankulo area is one of the world’s best kite-surfing destinations
  • The hotel serves as a gateway to the beautiful Bazaturo Archipelago
  • The hotel supports local children by funding healthy meals, teacher salaries and resources

Who should go

  • All explorers and sea lovers – this is the perfect base for snorkelling, diving, sailing and visiting nearby Bazaruto Archipelago
  • Anyone looking for a quiet, picturesque beach escape 
  • Couples seeking a healthy beach holiday 

Offers

  • Free spa credit of $50 per person with min 5 nights stay (with or without pre-purchased spa package)
  • Free spa credit of $100 per person with min 7 nights stay (with or without pre-purchased spa package)
  • Loyalty offer: all above & free room upgrade (subject to availability at the time of booking)
  • Special Offers:
  • - Stay 5 nights and enjoy 1 free night
  • - Stay 7 nights and enjoy 1 free night + free back massage per person
Have a question?

Stay without Programme

Just the hotel, no programmes
£137
per person
Free spa credit up to $100 per person
What’s included

Wellbeing Booster

Minimum 5 nights stay. Our signature introductory wellbeing booster programme includes a combination of soothing treatments, access to daily group fitness classes and the spa facilities. You also get a choice of a private personal training session or private yoga session.
£985
per person
What’s included

Wellness Retreat 7 nights / 8 days

Minimum 7 nights stay. Enjoy a variety of spa treatments combined with a specialised healthy menu and a holistic exercise schedule to replenish and rejuvenate the body. Yoga and meditation will help to strengthen the body.
£2,479
per person
What’s included

Fitness & Weight Loss Retreat 7 nights / 8 days

Minimum 7 nights stay. Get in shape and loose some unwanted pounds with this 7 day retreat. It includes a combination of fitness, yoga, healthy diet and fitness-focused spa treatments.
£2,479
per person
What’s included

Yoga Retreat 7 nights / 8 days

Minimum 7 nights stay. The yoga retreat includes private yoga sessions with meditation as well as group Hatha and Aerial yoga classes. You'll also enjoy a combination of relaxing spa treatments and a trip to the islands of Bazaruto Archipelago. The yoga classes are great for beginners as well as more advanced practitioners.
£2,479
per person
What’s included

Wellness

The Bahia Mar Spa is the newest addition to the hotel, offering a variety of revitalising treatments and massages. All spa products are organic, African-made, and completely free of chemicals and parabens. The fully equipped fitness centre provides everything you need for a complete workout.

For a more focused experience, Bahia Mar also offers specialised retreats, including yoga, wellness, and fitness or weight-loss programmes. Each retreat features an excursion to the islands of the Bazaruto Archipelago – the perfect way to explore the surrounding area.

Example treatments at Bahia Mar Boutique Hotel

  • Reflexology
  • Body wraps
  • Hot stone massage
  • Facials
  • Ayurvedic marma massage
  • Sports massage
  • Yoga (Hatha and aerial)
  • Pilates
  • Body pump
  • Body balance
  • Combat
  • Circuit training
  • Aqua aerobics
  • Step aerobics


Activities

Activities available at resort
  • Swimming
  • Gym
  • Kite surfing
  • Sailing
  • Snorkelling 
  • Stand up paddle
Activities available at the surrounding area
  • Whale watching
  • Island trips
  • Scuba diving
  • Sailing
  • Fishing
  • Horse riding 
  • Vilankulo guide tour
  • Craft shopping

Sample Weekly Class Schedule

Please note - Classes are subject to change and seasonal adjustments

Rooms

This boutique hotel has just 22 rooms, all of which are spacious, airy and nestled among tropical greenery. Each comes with mosquito nets and a private terrace so you can make the most of the views. A turn-down service is carried out daily before sunset.
Two wooden loungers with white and blue cushions on a hotel room terrace
Garden Suite
These rooms come with a king-size bed (adaptable to twins) and a private terrace surrounded by lush tropical gardens. Facilities include air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, a satellite TV, safe, telephone, mini bar, coffee machine, bathrobes and a hairdryer. 
Four-poster bed with white muslin fabric draped over, white bedding and a blue throw looking out to a terrace with two loungers and an umbrella
Sea View Bedroom
These rooms come with a king-size bed and a large veranda with a spectacular view of the Indian Ocean and the island of Bazaruto. Facilities include air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, a satellite TV, safe, telephone, mini bar, coffee machine, bathrobes and a hairdryer. 
Modern building with wooden pillars overlooking a small rectangular swimming pool
Luxury Beach Suite
Close to the beach, these stylish secluded rooms have a living room, fully equipped kitchenette and a private terrace with sunbeds and a splash pool. Facilities include air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, a satellite TV, safe, telephone, mini bar, coffee machine, bathrobes and a hairdryer. 

What’s on the menu

At mealtimes, the hotel restaurant caters to all, with meat, fresh fish and local specialities on offer. There’s a dedicated healthy menu for those on a retreat, although anyone can order from it. Designed by nutritionists to aid detoxification, it includes colourful salads, raw foods and juices.

The restaurant has indoor and outdoor seating with views of the gardens and swimming pool, plus a communal table for those looking to socialise.


Restaurant at Bahia Mar
Restaurant at Bahia Mar
The hotel restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a view of the gardens and swimming pool.

Location

Bahia Mar sits right on the beachfront in the coastal town of Vilankulo, Mozambique. Vilankulo is the main gateway to the Bazaruto Archipelago – five idyllic islands set within a protected marine reserve teeming with marine life and home to a two-mile coral reef. The waters here are calm and perfect for swimming, and the hotel lays on a number of excursions including fishing, sailing and island-hopping trips.

The nearest airport is just a 20-minute drive away and the hotel lays on free transfers for guests. The most convenient route is to fly into Johannesburg (South Africa) and then take a one-and-a-half-hour connecting flight to Vilanculos. Alternatively, you can fly to Maputo (Mozambique) and connect onward to Vilanculos, with the domestic flight taking roughly one hour.


Families, Children & Infants

Kids are very welcome at Bahia Mar. Cots are available. Please note there is no kids club at Bahia Mar. 


Why Wellbeing Escapes?

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