Accommodation

Accommodation

Browse all 70 handpicked lodge and island stay options.

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Madagascar, Nosy Be Archipelago

293 on Komba

A simple yet comfortable little lodge of 4 bedrooms on lovely Nosy Komba island - run by South African couple Danielle and Chris, whose enthusiasm and warm hospitality...

From R25,646
Mozambique, Bazaruto Archipelago

Anantara Bazaruto

The largest and most conventional of all the lodges in the Bazaruto Archipelago, Anantara Bazaruto with its 44 villas appeals to travellers wanting to head off the beaten...

From R37,866
Mozambique, Bazaruto Archipelago

AndBeyond Benguerra Lodge

Taken over a few years ago by top lodge operator andBeyond who transformed the lodge with an extensive and luxurious renovation, the original lodge built on this stunning...

From R95,665
Madagascar, Main Island

Anjajavy

The 25 luxurious rosewood villas of this Relais et Chateaux property lie on an extraordinary peninsular of untouched bays, Tsingy forest, coral reefs and lemurs - the best...

From R114,669
Madagascar, Nosy Be Archipelago

Ankazoberavina

Whilst there are many island lodges that boast of offering a “Robinson Crusoe” type experience, this little eco-lodge consisting of 8 simple wooden bungalows on a protected tropical...

From R29,663
Seychelles, Mahe

Anse Soleil Beachcomber

If being located on a sensational beach is more important to you than staying in a luxurious hotel room, then head to this simple little 20-room guesthouse/hotel perched...

From R32,466
Madagascar, Nosy Be Archipelago

Antoremba Lodge

Antoremba is in many ways the epitome of the type of lodge we love here at Barefoot Breaks - nestled on a picture-perfect golden beach south of Nosy...

From R24,167
Mozambique, Mainland Lodges

Anvil Bay

Think of a stylish game lodge located above a beach (rather than next to a waterhole) and you'll have some idea of the feel of Anvil Bay's 9...

From R43,172
Mozambique, Bazaruto Archipelago

Azura Benguerra

Our favourite Mozambique lodge of all - a wonderful blend of six-star luxury and laid-back island style offering sensational dining experiences and gorgeous thatched rooms (all with private...

From R46,847
Mozambique, Bazaruto Archipelago

Azura Marlin Beach

An old favourite of South African travellers which closed after a fire back in 2012, this lodge on the south-west of Benguerra re-opened under the Azura banner in...

From R60,597
Mozambique, Mainland Lodges

Bahia Mar

With stunning views out over the azure waters and scattered islands of the Bazaruto Archipelago, the Bahia Mar is a very stylish yet reasonably priced alternative to the...

From R35,677
Zanzibar & Tanzania, Zanzibar

Baraza

ALL INCLUSIVE! An opulent and stunningly luxurious resort of 30 villas which simply ooze Zanzibari style and character - definitely one of the finest quality resorts on the...

From R81,588
Zanzibar & Tanzania, Zanzibar

Bawe Island

“Zanzibar meets the Maldives” – this small island off historical Stone Town boasts 70 hugely spacious and luxurious suites (all with private pools!) including 8 gorgeous over-water villas...

From R48,315
Madagascar, St Marie and Ile aux Nattes

Bijoux Villas

The finest accommodation available on the stunningly beautiful island of Ile aux Nattes, Bijoux Villas are a couple of gorgeously rustic 4-bedroomed villas set in amidst palm trees...

From R33,966
Seychelles, Praslin

Black Parrot Suites

This has to be the perfect honeymoon hideaway – the Black Parrot Suites are 12 exclusive and luxurious rooms perched spectacularly on a rocky headland overlooking a bay...

From R56,362
Zanzibar & Tanzania, Mafia Island

Butiama Beach

Swim with whale sharks, snorkel on coral reefs, picnic on pristine sand banks, or simply relax on the stunning white powder beach in front of Butiama – this...

From R32,383
Seychelles, Mahe

Carana Beach

Gorgeous new boutique hotel of 40 chalets (12 of them boasting their own private plunge pools!) sprawled on a hillside overlooking a picturesque bay complete with white sand...

From R50,263
Zanzibar & Tanzania, Zanzibar

Chumbe Island

With spectacular snorkelling on a virgin coral reef and ingeniously designed eco-friendly bandas, Chumbe offers a superb modern day Robinson Crusoe experience.

From R41,260
Seychelles, Praslin

Coco de Mer

Perched on a forest covered hillside above the beautiful bay of Anse Bois de Rose in the tranquil and undeveloped south-east corner of Praslin, the Coco de Mer...

From R48,912
Seychelles, Mahe

Constance Ephelia

A stunning location - including a choice of 2 excellent beaches - a host of different activities, wide variety of restaurants and luxurious accommodation options make the Constance...

From R56,343
Maldives

Constance Halaveli

Superbly stylish and luxurious resort of 86 spacious villas (all with their own private plunge pools) unusually offers a fantastic All-Inclusive package and caters brilliantly to kids as...

From R110,125
Seychelles, Praslin

Constance Lemuria

Our pick as Barefoot Breaks' favourite resort in the Seychelles, Constance Lemuria occupies THE best location of any resort here, including two of the Seychelles’ most stunning beaches,...

From R80,467
Maldives

Constance Moofushi

ALL INCLUSIVE! Moofushi has jumped straight to the top of our list of Maldives favourites - and no wonder as it combines great beaches, a stunning house reef,...

From R78,650
Madagascar, Nosy Be Archipelago

Constance Tsarabanjina

Tsarabanjina is our choice as THE best island lodge in Madagascar - it really is the epitome of exclusive barefoot luxury! A great choice for honeymooners or a...

From R69,550
Madagascar, Nosy Be Archipelago

Cruising by Catamaran

Quite simply THE best way to experience the magic of the greater Nosy Be Archipelago – whether you're snorkelling, fishing, swimming or just cruising - so many of...

From R47,278
Seychelles, Other Islands

Denis Island

Head for Denis Island if you want wonderfully unspoiled natural surroundings, loads of outdoor activities and the peace and solitude that come with staying in a small, intimate...

From R92,062
Maldives

Dhawa Ihuru

ALL INCLUSIVE! Tiny island of just 45 stylish and minimalist beach villas lining perfect white sandy beaches and with one of the best house reefs in the Maldives!...

From R66,850
Zanzibar & Tanzania, Fanjove Island

Fanjove Island

Act out your Robinson Crusoe fantasies on this stunning island with some of the best beaches we've ever seen - apart from your fellow guests at this lodge...

From R109,780
Maldives

Filitheyo

Filitheyo is the perfect place for a fantastically relaxing Maldives holiday - a superb house reef and sandy beaches; comfortable accommodation; exceptionally friendly service and consistently excellent food...

From R51,010
Zanzibar & Tanzania, Zanzibar

Fumba Beach Lodge

Enjoying a position of glorious isolation in the south of Zanzibar, Fumba Beach Lodge is a luxurious yet relaxing hideaway set in 40 acres of exquisite wilderness -...

From R21,572
Zanzibar & Tanzania, Pemba Island

Fundu Lagoon

The epitome of Castaway Chic and the complete antithesis of commercial tourism, the gorgeous Fundu Lagoon is situated in a remote cove on Pemba Island and accessible by...

From R45,525
Seychelles, Mahe

Hilton Northolme

Gorgeous 56 villa resort (16 of them with stunning private plunge pools!) tucked away amidst a densely forested mountainside above a couple of lovely little coves on Mahe's...

From R55,195
Seychelles, Praslin

Indian Ocean Lodge

Newly renovated and attractively upgraded, this 32-room boutique hotel located on the long stretch of beach of Grande Anse on Praslin’s southern coast now boasts stylishly contemporary public...

From R42,465
Zanzibar & Tanzania, Zanzibar

Kasha

The highlight of this characterful little lodge of 11 spacious and very stylish villas is that each of the rooms boast their own individual plunge pools! (and the...

From R31,103
Madagascar, Nosy Be Archipelago

Komba Forever

Position, position, position! Komba Forever is a simple little lodge of 4 rustic bungalows perched just above the best beach on Nosy Komba island! Enjoy delicious food and...

From R22,980
Madagascar, Nosy Be Archipelago

Komba on the Rocks

Lovely little 4-bedroomed lodge perched on a hillside above a tiny sandy beach on the east coast of Nosy Komba island, where South African couple Isak and Sunette...

From R27,735
Maldives

Kuredu

One of the better value resorts in the notoriously expensive Maldives, this large resort offers something for just about everyone - families and romantics alike!

From R65,505
Seychelles, La Digue

Le Domaine de l’Orangeraie

Of the 3 main islands in the Seychelles, La Digue is definitely our favourite! With great beaches and a blissfully laidback atmosphere the only thing missing was somewhere...

From R62,716
Maldives

Lily Beach Resort

ALL INCLUSIVE! Lily Beach is a real trailblazer – it was the first Maldives resort to offer a “Premium All Inclusive” offering – and has been rewarded with...

From R85,755
Seychelles, Praslin

L’Archipel

A long established favourite and indisputably one of the top hotels on Praslin, the L’Archipel with its 32 rooms poised above a gorgeous secluded beach also has perhaps...

From R54,680
Mozambique, Mainland Lodges

Machangulo Beach Lodge

Perched in a pristine dune forest and enjoying stunning views over the narrow channel between Inhaca island and the Santa Maria peninsular, Machangulo Beach Lodge offers a host...

From R23,722
Madagascar, Nosy Be Archipelago

Manja Kely

Lovely lodge of 8 spacious bungalows scattered across a forested hillside on the eastern side of Nosy Komba island, enjoying stunning views out over the ocean towards the...

From R30,875
Zanzibar & Tanzania, Pemba Island

Manta Resort

ALL INCLUSIVE! Position, position, position – with its remote hill-top position overlooking a magnificent white sand beach and the azure waters of the Pemba Channel, the Manta Resort...

From R65,724
Mozambique, Mainland Lodges

Massinga Beach

One of an increasing number of more stylish lodges now opening up on the mainland coastline of Mozambique, Massinga Beach occupies a blissfully isolated position perched above a...

From R24,465
Maldives

Medhufushi

Surrounded by perfect white sand beaches and a crystal clear aquamarine lagoon in the unspoilt Meemu Atoll, Medhufushi with its understated sophistication and luxury and many watersports is...

From R50,050
Maldives

Meeru

A firm favourite amongst honeymooners. Meeru manages to consistently deliver a dream Maldives holiday experience at a reasonable price – as evidenced by the countless rave reviews it...

From R67,535
Maldives

Mirihi

The perfect combination of laid-back luxury, delicious food, beautiful accommodations, stunning sandy beach and pristine house reef, Mirihi is a top choice for people wanting a romantic break.

From R87,215
Zanzibar & Tanzania, Zanzibar

Next Paradise

This pretty little boutique hotel lies on a stunning powder-sand beach lined with gorgeous palm trees at Pwani Mchangani receives consistent rave reviews for the delicious food and...

From R30,938
Seychelles, Other Islands

Niva Labriz

The 111 lovely villas of the Niva Labriz lie stretched along a mile-long white-sand beach on the largely unspoiled Silhouette Island, with its imposing backdrop of densely forested...

From R50,040
Mozambique, Mainland Lodges

Nuarro

If you’re looking to drop out of the madness of modern life for a week or so, then it’s hard to imagine a more pristine and “off the...

From R37,240
Seychelles, Praslin

Paradise Sun

Location, location, location!!! This hugely popular 80-room Creole flavoured resort lies tucked away in the quietest corner of the stunning Cote d'Or beach with a towering rain forest...

From R39,944
Seychelles, Mahe

Pineapple Beach Villas

Pineapple Beach Villas may be "self-catering", but frankly the beachfront accommodation here is far nicer than you'll find at most resorts! The villas are spacious, very stylish and...

From R30,975
Zanzibar & Tanzania, Mafia Island

Pole Pole

With just 9 stylish bungalows this wonderfully intimate beach lodge on the charmingly time-warped island of Mafia is the perfect place to escape for a romantic break or...

From R56,313
Zanzibar & Tanzania, Zanzibar

Pongwe Beach Hotel

Situated on THE most jaw-droppingly beautiful beach we've seen on Zanzibar, this superbly run romantic beach lodge is a favourite for honeymooners and other travellers looking for a...

From R36,268
Madagascar, St Marie and Ile aux Nattes

Princesse Bora Lodge

In the middle of a palm tree grove on the edge of a glorious white sand beach and lagoon you'll find the 20 chalets that make up the...

From R37,428
Maldives

Reethi Beach

Gorgeously unspoiled natural island feel with sandy paths leading through the tropical forest to superb sandy beaches - Reethi Beach remains a top choice amongst mid-range resorts with...

From R55,990
Madagascar, Nosy Be Archipelago

Sakatia Lodge

The most popular choice amongst South Africans visiting Nosy Be, Sakatia Lodge is an unpretentious and easy going and attractively located lodge that is especially popular with scuba...

From R24,052
Madagascar, St Marie and Ile aux Nattes

Sambatra Beach Lodge

Simple and sociable little lodge of just 6 bungalows set in a sensationally beautiful position under a grove of palm trees and literally a couple of paces from...

From R31,492
Mozambique, Mainland Lodges

Santorini Villas

Some of the most stylish and exclusive accommodation in Mozambique, the 3 villas of different sizes are the perfect place to simply relax in considerable style and luxury,...

From R27,730
Mozambique, Mainland Lodges

Sava Dunes

This secluded and charming beach lodge (previously known as Blue Footprints) with its 5 comfortable Ocean View Cottages perched in the dunes above a seemingly endless beach boasts...

From R34,912
Mozambique, Mainland Lodges

Travessia Beach Lodge

Relax and recharge your batteries at this charming little eco-lodge of just 5 gorgeous casitas tucked away in the seemingly endless groves of palm trees and dunes between...

From R28,374
Madagascar, Nosy Be Archipelago

Tsara Komba

A real contender for the most stylish and upmarket beach lodge in Madagascar! If you're in search of a truly intimate and romantic retreat, then these 8 bungalows...

From R62,658
Madagascar, Nosy Be Archipelago

VOI Amarina

If you fancy a more "resorty" hotel but also like the idea of experiencing Madagascar (rather than the usual far more commercialised destinations like Mauritius) then this 58-room...

From R30,060
Maldives

Veligandu

Whilst the Maldives is generally a great destination for couples, Veligandu is perhaps our favourite resort of all for couples looking for a honeymoon or romantic break -...

From R65,300
Maldives

Vilamendhoo

Vilamendhoo is the sister resort to ever-popular Meeru – it takes that resort’s proven winning formula and then adds to it absolutely outstanding snorkelling, courtesy of one of...

From R67,810
Mozambique, Mainland Lodges

Vilanculos Beach Lodge

Boasting new management and recently renovated, Vilanculos Beach Lodge remains a great option as a more affordable base from which to explore the stunningly beautiful Bazaruto Archipelago!

From R26,412
Zanzibar & Tanzania, Zanzibar

Villa Loiki

Finding a nice villa available to rent on Zanzibar is pretty rare – finding one that’s luxuriously appointed and boasts such features as its own swimming pool, air-conditioning...

From R26,836
Mozambique, Mainland Lodges

White Pearl

This wonderfully chic and stylish lodge ripped up the traditional African beach lodge style rule-book in favour of a clean, contemporary and very sophisticated look - quite superb...

From R25,708
Zanzibar & Tanzania, Zanzibar

Zanzibar Pearl

Recently renovated (and renamed) beach lodge on one of the island's finest beaches on Zanzibar's north-eastern shoreline - a great value choice for beach lovers who prefer a...

From R26,727
Mozambique, Mainland Lodges

asDunas Lodge

The recipient of consistent rave reviews from our clients, this is a stylish and intimate retreat of just 8 rooms (each with private plunge pools!) on top of...

From R32,693