Backpacker Hostel Inhambane

Mozambeat Motel Inhambane is tucked away in the dunes linking Tofo with Tofinho. The rough dirt road branches right from the main road from Inhambane about 500m before Tofo centre and is signposted. It’s an idyllic little spot which is a lot more luxurious than backpackers usually expect. Pricier than the other options in Tofo, this is a very comfortable place to while away your time. The chalets and dorm are psychedelically designed mosaic-style in bright colors and there is a large swimming pool surrounded by sun loungers. The Motel is quite a long walk from the beach and town centre, so the owners have tried to make it as self-contained as possible. They have a restaurant/bar with a long menu and list of cocktails and they also organise poker, film and music nights which are popular with the local ex-pats. There is also WiFi for a small charge.

The 10-bed dorm is really clean and comfy with thick mattresses, duvets, mosquito nets and fans. It has it’s own alfresco hot water shower and toilet. It is the most expensive of the dorms available in Tofo, but you get quite a bit of luxury for the price. The chalets are really comfy and nicely designed. There is also a small space for camping either with your own tent or one of Mozambeat’s. This is luxury backpacking.

Swimming pool Outrageously comfortable dorms Lots of evening entertainment Wi-Fi available Peaceful, remote location

A little expensive Far from beach & town

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Mozambeat Motel – Inhambane (Tofino)

Rated 4.5 / 5.0 (1 review)

From EUR 10.00 per person – dorm (available)

Luxury backpacking !

(Last Reviewed: September 2016)

Spread along the dunes of the dazzling sand of Tofo beach, this complex of thatched and wooden buildings is beautifully positioned right on the wide beach with unbroken views of the ocean. The property feels a little overfilled with chalets, huts and dorms, but there is plenty of space to be had around the bar/restaurant area where there are a number of sundecks to relax on. The property is sprinkled with hammocks and deckchairs too.

There are several dorms of between 6 and 14 beds, all with fans and mosquito nets. Sheets and blankets require quite a deposit, but the rooms are fairly clean and the mattresses comfortable. The common hot water showers and toilets are kept very clean and there is a self-caterers’ kitchen and eating area which actually could be cleaner and there’s virtually no equipment. There is free WiFi in the evenings and the bar/restaurant has a lengthy list of dishes and cocktails at par for the course prices, as well as a pool table.

All your water activities can be arranged here; anything from ocean safaris, diving courses, horse riding etc. There is a minibus direct to Maputo run by Fatima’s Nest Backpackers every day at 4am. Of the three backpacker places currently open in Tofo, this one sits squarely in the middle as far as cost, comfort and amenities are concerned and is a very good choice for those looking for a little rusticity but not too much.

Free Wi-Fi Right On the Beach Very Good Restaurant & Bar

Deposit for Bedding Required Not Much Equipment in Kitchen

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Fatima’s Nest Backpackers – Inhambane (Praia De Tofo)

Rated 4.0 / 5.0 (1 review)

From MZN 600 per person – dorm (available)

Good place to stay.

(Last Reviewed: September 2016)

Wuyani Pariango Beach Motel – Inhambane is a German-owned place right by the wide Tofo beach. It has become the established surfers’ hangout in Tofo. Rustic and occupying a former local government building, it provides cheap digs in dorms, huts and chalets as well as camping space in the back garden. There is one girls’ dorm of 18 beds and 3 boys’ dorms of 8 beds each – all bunks. The dorms are fan cooled – there is a healthy sea breeze passing through anyway. All beds have mosquito nets, but we found the mattresses to be a bit on the thin side for our taste. The doors on the dorms do not secure from the inside, but security doesn’t seem to be a serious concern here.

There is a comfy sitting area by the reception desk with sofas for accessing the free WiFi. A kettle and mugs are provided here as well for tea/coffee. There is also a small basic kitchen in the back garden for guest use and a barbecue pit. There is plenty of parking space and a small camping area. The toilet and shower blocks are clean but the cubicles are very small and the water needs a few minutes of running before it gets hot. This place has a great sociable atmosphere and is very informally run. Though there is no restaurant here, there are plenty of eating choices in this small village. The hostel is not more than 10 minutes walk from the bus stop, market, surf, dive shops etc.

Cheap Sociable atmosphere Free WiFi Right by the beach

Thin mattresses Bit rustic for some

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Wuyani Pariango Beach Motel – Inhambane (Tofo Beach)

Rated 4.0 / 5.0 (1 review)

From MZN 400 per person – dorm (available)

Good place to stay.

(Last Reviewed: September 2016)