Situated on the bay, Catembe Gallery Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Maputo. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Marisol Seafood, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this Colonial hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a poolside bar and a children's pool.
Languages
English, Portuguese
At a glance
Hotel size
28 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 15
Check-out time is 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 15
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
Free secured on-site self-parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Poolside bar
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Children's pool
Playground
What to do
On the beach
Kayaking
Pool table
Boat tours nearby
Scuba-diving nearby
Working away
Business centre
2 meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference centre (2422 square feet of space)
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
Built in 1958
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Television in common areas
Mosquito nets
An outdoor pool
At least 80% of food locally sourced
At least 80% organic food
Vegetarian dining options
Local artist showcase
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Banquet hall
Colonial architecture
Accessibility
Accessible airport shuttle
Room amenities
Home comfort
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Window screens
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Desk chair
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Special features
Dining
Marisol Seafood – This beachfront restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Marisol Bar – On-site bar. Open daily.
Pool Bar – This bar is located by the pool. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of MZN 2000 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 0)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for MZN 2000 per night
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Long-term renters welcome.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Catembe
Catembe Gallery
Catembe Gallery Hotel
Catembe Gallery Hotel Maputo
Catembe Gallery Maputo
Catembe Hotel
Catembe Gallery Hotel Hotel
Catembe Gallery Hotel Maputo
Catembe Gallery Hotel Hotel Maputo
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Catembe Gallery Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Catembe Gallery Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Catembe Gallery Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Catembe Gallery Hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is MZN 2000 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Catembe Gallery Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Catembe Gallery Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as kayaking. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include 2 bars and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Catembe Gallery Hotel?
Yes, Marisol Seafood offers beachfront dining and ocean views.
What's the area around Catembe Gallery Hotel like?
Catembe Gallery Hotel is in Catembe. Popular attractions include Maputo City Hall, which is 11 minutes away by car.
Catembe Gallery Hotel Reviews
Reviews
7.4
Good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
6.0/10
Amenities
6.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
1 Sep 2024
The Katebe Gallery was an amazing place to stay. Right on the beach with a beautiful view of Maputo. The staff are top tier and very friendly and helpful.
Only downside (if you could call it that) is that the area is very quiet with not much going on in the evening- and everything requires a taxi across the bridge
David
David, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
15 Aug 2024
Nosisa
Nosisa, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
14 Aug 2024
Derek
Derek, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
11 Jul 2024
The place is not well maintained. Insufficient bedding for out kids. The service was not great.
Roxanne
Roxanne, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 May 2024
Duncan
Duncan, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
10 Feb 2023
Lovely hotel but some renovations necessary.
Nice hotel, great staff, good service, great location and delicious food! We really loved it all. But…renovations/repairs are urgently needed. Large damp spots in the room due to problems in the bathroom. The toilet leaks water every time you flush. Same when using the sink. The sockets also need to be reviewed. There could be a few more and maybe a USB port too.
Inge
Inge, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
9 Sep 2022
Tatiana
Tatiana, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
4 Aug 2022
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 Jul 2021
Andrew
Andrew, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
9 Jun 2021
too much to say :-(
I booked 1 night in the Chalet Room With my girlfriend. Upon arrival I am informed the Jacuzzi is not working. I was compensated with dinner. However, I also did not have working sinks either and there was no shower in the room. The description of the room says "private bathroom". In reality it is a private toilet only. The room has it's own wifi access but I was not able to connect on either my phone or tablet. Fortunately they offered me access to a second room to shower in the morning and access to the main hotel wifi to conduct my business. The bed was NOT a king bed, it was 2 twin beds next to each other and the were very UNcomfortable. The middle of the bed were the 2 mattresses meet was very hard as they were the edges of the 2 mattresses and it was impossible to lay together because the mattresses kept separating. This made it extremely difficult for any "romance". There was no temperature controls in the room. The room temp was about 41* and there was a window above the jacuzzi that would not shut and had no hardware to close it which kept the room cold. The description of the room also says there are "blackout" drapes but there was a fog light just outside of the patio which kept the room fairly well illuminated. Not to mention the lights going to the room were all not functional. From the pool down the stairs, around the walkway and in between the buildings was solid black. very unsafe for any guest in dangerous JNB. no shuttle offered. Ants consumed my dinner.
Halbert
Halbert, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
6 Apr 2021
The ambience was nice, but the beds were really uncomfortable. Unless you are driving yourself, the location is not suitable.
St. Clair
St. Clair, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
1 Mar 2021
Wonderful Stay
Great boutique hotel with wonderful views of Maputo and a nice relaxing vibe.
Tabby
Tabby, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 Aug 2020
A very nice weekend getaway from Maputo. Restaurant and the service are excellent!
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
17 Dec 2024
Awesome location, nice staff But the place needs a renovation. Or a good maintenance team: towel hangets, toalett seat and flishög bottom were unusable because they were so broken. And that was only the bathroom