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New Giraffe House

Rua Do Palacio, 1304 Vilanculos, Mozambique – Great location - show map

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New Giraffe House

7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
12 reviews

Boasting pool with a view, New Giraffe House is situated on the beachfront in Vilanculos. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. At the bed and breakfast, each unit is fitted with a wardrobe. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer, units at the bed and breakfast also feature free WiFi, while selected rooms also feature a terrace. At the bed and breakfast, units are fitted with bed linen and towels. Buffet and à la carte breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fresh pastries are available each morning at the bed and breakfast. Guests can grab a bite to eat in the in-house traditional restaurant, which specialises in African cuisine and also offers vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options. For guests with children, New Giraffe House features a baby safety gate and babysitting service. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy snorkelling nearby, or make the most of the garden. Vilankulos Beach is a few steps from New Giraffe House. The nearest airport is Vilankulo, 1 km from the bed and breakfast, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)

Breakfast info

Continental, Italian, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
7.5
Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
7.7
Value for money
7.3
Location
8.3
Low score for Vilanculos
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  • Vince
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “I had a pleasant stay at New Giraffe House. The staff really makes you feel at home. Everyone is helpful and kind. The food was amazing. Both breakfast and dinner were delicious. The room was clean and spacious. The location directly on the beach...”
  • Phoebe
    Eswatini Eswatini
    “The hosts and staff are very warm and friendly! You get to feel right at place from the beginning. Scrumptious breakfast served by the beachfront! If you're looking for a place that gives a homely set-up, with great client service, I recommend!”
  • Roland
    Mozambique Mozambique
    “On the beach, with the Baobab restaurant at seven minutes on foot distance. Very good breakfast with plenty of fruit, eggs, yoghurt and cereals served in the terrace in front of the room. I didn't use the pool, but it looked decent (10 meters or...”
Quality rating
This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by Andrea & Cristina

Company review score: 9Based on 12 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Hey there! We are Andrea and Cristina and we are an Italian couple completely in love with Africa. We are passionate about good food & drinks, travel and going on adventures. We are both Safari field guides and we work in this industry since 2008. We visited and worked in South Africa, Kenya, Botswana, Namibia and currently we live in Mozambique. We are passionate birders, you can just point out a bird and we will tell you something interersting about it! In our free time we like to watch sunsets, snorkelling, stargazing and make bonfires on the beach and simply enjoy living in this beautiful place. We both enjoy connecting with new peoples and sharing stories, and we are sincerely happy to host you. Our goal is to make your experience, so please let us know if there's anything we can do to make your time here better.

Property information

New Giraffe House is a place for you to retreat, relax, reset and revive yourself. Especially designed for you to come alone, or with a friend, family or partner, to renew your love of life. Your room will be at less than 50 steps from the beach where you can admire the force of the tides as well as the fishermans with the daily catches. Enjoy a fresh made mango juice, your breakfast or just a beer in front of the sea, with the stunning view of the Bazaruto achipelago.

Neighbourhood information

Very safe neighborhood, with direct access on the beach for boat and island discovery activities that we can organize for you. Enjoy a special tuor at the local market with our local guides. New Giraffe house is located less than an hour by boat from Bazaruto island and less than an hour from the other islands of the archipelago.

Languages spoken

English,Spanish,Italian,Portuguese

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Giraffe House Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      African • Italian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of New Giraffe House

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Game drives
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Snorkelling
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
    Additional charge
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Concierge service
    • Luggage storage
    Entertainment and family services
    • Baby safety gates
    • Babysitting/child services
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Pet bowls
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Mosquito net
    • Family rooms
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Shallow end
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Wellness
    • Full body massage
    • Hand massage
    • Head massage
    • Couples massage
    • Foot massage
    • Neck massage
    • Back massage
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Spanish
    • Italian
    • Portuguese

    House rules

    New Giraffe House takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 19:00

    Check-out

    From 08:00 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 3 years
    Cot upon request
    		Free

    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

    The maximum number of cots allowed depends on the room you choose. Please check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted New Giraffe House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform New Giraffe House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    FAQs about New Giraffe House

    • New Giraffe House is 0.9 miles from the centre of Vilanculos. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Room options at New Giraffe House include:

      • Triple
      • Double
      • Quadruple

    • New Giraffe House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Massage
      • Snorkelling
      • Diving
      • Beachfront
      • Back massage
      • Beach
      • Head massage
      • Game drives
      • Foot massage
      • Themed dinner nights
      • Full body massage
      • Swimming Pool
      • Neck massage
      • Walking tours
      • Hand massage
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Couples massage

    • Check-in at New Giraffe House is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • The prices at New Giraffe House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • New Giraffe House has 1 restaurant:

      • Giraffe House Restaurant