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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room Double- City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Sea View Double Bed

  • 27 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite- Sea View & Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite Sea View King Size Bed

  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Diplomatic Suite King Size Bed Sea View and Balcony

  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Sea View Twin Bed

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room Twin-City View

Standard Room Twin-City View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room Double - Sea View & Balcony

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Twin Room with Sea View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Maputo

With a stay at Hotel Cardoso, you'll be centrally located in Maputo, steps from Museum of Natural History and within a 10-minute walk of Geology Museum. .This family-friendly hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Vila Algarve and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Maputo Cathedral.

What's nearby

  • Geology Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Vila Algarve - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Maputo Central Market - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Maputo Botanical Gardens - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Maputo City Hall - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Maputo (MPM-Maputo Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dhow Mozambique - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Núcleo de Arte - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Aska - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Acacia - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sabor do Sempre - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Hotel Cardoso

Family-friendly hotel with a 24-hour health club and a sauna
Hotel Cardoso offers 130 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)).

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour health club and a sauna.
Make yourself at home in one of the 130 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including a 24-hour health club, an outdoor pool, and a sauna. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting. Getting to the surf and sand is a breeze with the beach shuttle (surcharge).
For lunch or dinner, stop by Fiamma, a restaurant that specializes in local cuisine. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe, and 24-hour room service is provided. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include limo/town car service, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Maputo? This hotel has 7620 square feet (708 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 6 meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and free self parking is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
Fiamma - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Bar Por do Sol - Onsite bar.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6 AM to 11:30 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; MZN 1,300 for adults and MZN 650 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Bar Por do Sol
  • Fiamma

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 6 meeting rooms
  • 7,620 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1919
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: MZN 2550
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: MZN 2550

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately MZN 1300 for adults and MZN 650 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: MZN 1280 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: MZN 1280 (one-way)
  • Early check-in fee: MZN 2550 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: MZN 2550 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Cardoso Maputo
Hotel Cardoso
Hotel Cardoso Maputo
Cardoso Hotel Maputo
Cardoso Hotel
Hotel Cardoso Hotel
Hotel Cardoso Maputo
Hotel Cardoso Hotel Maputo

Hotel Cardoso Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 125 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

BRADLEY, Nashville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were wonderful The front desk people were so nice (thank you Cecilia)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie, Sacramento

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about the hotel itself is outstanding. However, the road conditions and surroundings approaching the property could be better.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terran

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The view is spectacular

Loved it! Unobstructed sea view is priceless.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the Flamingo club room was very nice spacious and comfortable though no mini bar. Overall I love this place and always go back despite any negative experiences Check in was terrible. that reception no idea what is an online booking so i had to give her my phone with booking confirmation not she even understood that. I specifically requested to check in early as I has an event starting at 1pm at the hotel and i need to shower and dress for event. the receptionist instead of checking of a room is available first gave me a lecture how early check ins aren't allowed, but will check with her supervisor, which is what she ought to have done in the first place instead of making up her own responses.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry, New York

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good vintage property with a lot of character and charm. Helpful staff including Lenore at front desk and others we encountered. Good value for the price. We got a very nice upgrade with beautiful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Top Class

Great view and top service- highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Top Class

Great view and top service- highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Tafadzwa

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Maputo experience

The room was clean and l must commend the bathroom is clean. The staff are friendly and welcoming. My only problem is the food l think they need to review their menu. Room service the food was not good.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the hotel. Great place and wonderful views. Older hotel with great charm!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Estevao

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great view of bridge from terrace!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN STEWART

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic hotel, fabulous views from the rooms and most of the hotel overlooking Maputo bay, great breakfast, excellent service.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Marian

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Walking distance to downtown (20-30 minutes). The grounds are nice because they have a nice view to the ocean and a nice lawn. All the rooms face the ocean. The food is not good. Breakfast was very limited in its selection. Good place for a social, but not to stay. Rooms, gym, and general areas need updating.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Been coming to Mozambique for 20 years. Love the location and service at Cardoso!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Loved all the old features that have been retained. The wooden staircase was really beautiful. The views from the pool area were also spectacular.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Albert

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful harbor views, attractive grounds, pleasant staff, solid Internet performance
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is in the center of Maputo with a beautiful view. Book a see view room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022