Sommerschield Guest House & Restaurant

3.5 star property
Guesthouse in Maputo with free breakfast and a coffee shop

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Exterior
Outdoor pool
Executive Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
Lobby sitting area
Single Room | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
148 Rua Beijo da Mulata, Maputo, 1102
  • Eduardo Mondlane University
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Maputo Central Market
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Maputo Cathedral
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Maputo (MPM-Maputo Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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Room options

Executive Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Single Room

  • 110 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Twin Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Maputo

Located in Sommerschield, Sommerschield Guest House & Restaurant is adjacent to Eduardo Mondlane University and within a mile (2 km) of Fish Market. This 8-room, 3.5-star guesthouse welcomes guests with free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Eduardo Mondlane University - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Fish Market - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Maputo Central Market - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Maputo Cathedral - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Maputo City Hall - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Maputo (MPM-Maputo Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Macheque's Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Estoril - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Galaxy Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Campo Alto - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Roadside - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Sommerschield Guest House & Restaurant

Guesthouse in Maputo with free breakfast and a coffee shop
Guests of Sommerschield Guest House & Restaurant enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and free newspapers. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 15 per vehicle one way. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a garden, and a TV in a common area.
32-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include balconies, coffee makers, and safes.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

Languages

English, Portuguese

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Sommerschield

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15 per vehicle (one way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-8 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Sommerschield Guest House Maputo
Sommerschield Guest House
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Sommerschield Guest House Guesthouse
Sommerschield Guest House Restaurant
Sommerschield & Restaurant
Sommerschield Guest House & Restaurant Maputo
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Sommerschield Guest House & Restaurant Guesthouse Maputo

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Sommerschield Guest House & Restaurant?

Sommerschield Guest House & Restaurant offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do near Sommerschield Guest House & Restaurant?

This guesthouse is situated in Sommerschield, close to Geology Museum, Maputo Central Market, and Maputo City Hall. You'll also find Maputo Cathedral and Maputo Botanical Gardens within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Sommerschield Guest House & Restaurant?

No, there isn't parking at this guesthouse.

Is a spa located at Sommerschield Guest House & Restaurant?

Spa services at the guesthouse include massages.

Does Sommerschield Guest House & Restaurant include a casino at the property?

No, Sommerschield Guest House & Restaurant doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Sommerschield Guest House & Restaurant?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Sommerschield Guest House & Restaurant?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this guesthouse, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Sommerschield Guest House & Restaurant?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Sommerschield Guest House & Restaurant feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Sommerschield Guest House & Restaurant serves free full breakfasts at Sommerschield each morning.

Does Sommerschield Guest House & Restaurant allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sommerschield Guest House & Restaurant though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Sommerschield Guest House & Restaurant?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Sommerschield Guest House & Restaurant?

The closest major airport to Sommerschield Guest House & Restaurant is Maputo (MPM-Maputo Intl.), which is 4.3 mi away (17 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Sommerschield Guest House & Restaurant?

Yes, every accommodation at Sommerschield Guest House & Restaurant comes with a balcony with some featuring garden or courtyard views.

Sommerschield Guest House & Restaurant Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Hendrik

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay in Maputo! Thank you all for your kindness in hosting me.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Tracy Dean

I like Sommerschield Gust House. I received a free upgrade at check-in. The room was nice and had a balcony. The staff is friendly and helpful even though some of them have limited command of English. There is a restaurant and full bar connected with the hotel. That makes it nice if one is too tired to venture out for a drink or a meal. The breakfast is included and is big and delicious. The wifi is good. There is also a pool. It's mu second time at Sommerschield, and I'll be happy to stay again when in Maputo.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice spot. Clean and comfortable. I did not eat in restaurant but another friend who stayed there did and said it was good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

KIA

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

Best night's sleep in Maputo

This was our favorite place to stay in Maputo! And we stayed at 4 other hotels in Maputo on our trip so believe me, when I say the best stay in that town! It was very spacious, very clean, felt like you were in an updated version of your bedroom at home. Felt very comfortable with a great bed. Customer service was good, but just needed more communication between staff. One manager made a sweet offer of allowing us to stay past the check out for an hour and half longer due to a later flight out, but on day of, acting manager and cleaning staff kept interrupting us. Basically by the second knock, came in, took our luggages downstairs snd called a taxi for us that we didn't need because we had arranged one already. I was pretty irritated by that, but came to the conclusion that it was just a language barrier. Would book here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rainer

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

Quiet place outside Maputo centre

Very nice and quiet place with excellent staff
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

Pleasant stay would recommend others.

Great place to stay! Quiet neighborhood, pleasant environment and good staff. Only negative was that the bed in my room was on the smallish side.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jilu

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

Friendly and like home

Excellent service. In fact the staff people there were extremely friendly and helpful. From entering the hotel door, to leaving it after check out, the total experience in this hotel I had, is way better than any of five or four star hotels I ever stayed. And I especially thank Rita, the hotel manager. She is not just friendly but also nice, helpful. Made me feel like a family member to this motel, not a guest. I will stay in this hotel next time and recommend to friends in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Edward

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

Excellent value in Maputo

The Sommerschield Guesthouse and Restaurant is an excellent base for anyone who wants to be within walking distance of the Universidade Eduardo Mondlane. It is in a quiet neighborhood, has a very reasonable and tasty restaurant with bar, and the staff are very accommodating. Because I was there in low season, I was moved from the small, single that I booked into a larger, more comfortable double room at no cost for the last ten days of my stay. The WiFi was very reliable, with routers on every floor and the bar. I will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Good place.

Room is very good. Bathroom was surprising with no door and no shower curtain, splashing a little bit all over the bathroom. Area is very quiet. Pool area is very quiet and nice. Breakfast was good.

10/10 Excellent

Elise, Hudson Valley, NY

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

Stellar attention to every detail

When seeking a spot for our 10-day stay in Maputo, it looked like Sommerschield Guest House had all of the right qualities. We were looking for a nice space in a good location with a swimming pool. “Check, check, and check.” But there are so many things in the description of this wonderful haven that are missing online. The staff are stellar! They truly shine and go out of their way to make accommodations ideal. The hospitality started before we arrived in Maputo. Rita, the owner (who rarely takes time off), was generous is exchanging emails regarding helping us with a safari tour, and helping me to find dance classes. Once in the amazing Maputo, I could not help but to purchase capulana (the beautiful fabric). Staff at the Guest House arranged for a tailor to turn the cloth into custom made garments for me. When a car is available, different staff will offer rides into the heart of the city. This saves a bit of money. It also saves the hassle of finding a cab or tuk tuk to ferry us in. Everyone is most kind in offering guidance of what to do and not to do. The rooms are well maintained, immaculately clean, spacious and decorations are so appropriate. Comfortable beds, great coffee, bottled water each day and feeling safe, thanks to wonderful security all add to the stars that I give Sommerschield Guest House. What a wonderful place to call home for a week and a half! Thank you Rita and team!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beautiful hotel, great value for the money

Booked this hotel on a whim, and it turned out to be the nicest most comfortable, homey place I've stayed in Maputo. And it was half the price of the cost of one of those big fancy hotels I had booked previously. Bathroom was gorgeous, shower was amazing with stone floor, design of room was very tasteful, the lighting was amazing, veranda was lovely, bed was super comfortable, wifi was fast, design all around hotel was lovely, homey, sophisticated. I could go on. Can't say enough good stuff about this place, I will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
the internet was the main problem as I was there on business and needed a good connection. The staff tried to assist but the connection was very weak.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Beautiful property but lacking ambiance

It looked like I was the only customer (Christmas time), and I think this affected my stay. The room (room 1) was very nice; spacious, well decorated, balcony. Fast WiFI is provided and TV has many English-language channels. The pool area looked nice. Food was disappointing; a stale croissant for breakfast (great coffee though) and the pasta for dinner was dripping with oil. The starter came after the main. I was disappointed as other reviews have stated the warm welcome and feel of the place; I on the other hand felt a pretty cool vibe. The welcome was rushed and not friendly, and being alone clearly didn't add to the atmosphere. Owners/managers not seen at all after check-in.

8/10 Good

Rolf Joachim

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

Convenient and clean guest house

It is a beautiful guest house, with friendly and helpful staff, clean rooms and a good atmosphere. One drawback is that they only start serving breakfast at 07:30, which could pose a challenge when having early meetings (traffic in Maputo is not the best in the mornings). But they did offer a light breakfast (sandwiches and fresh fruit) to be prepared the night before and taken up to the room. There are coffee making facilities in the room. Overall, I enjoyed my stay there and would definitely recommend it and also stay there again.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great, Clean and Comfortable Stay

This place gathers all the simple things that makes us feel comfortable

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

peter, Dordrecht

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

Erg mooi guesthouse met prachtige kamers

Prachtig guesthouse met hele grote en mooi ingerichte kamers. Veel hout en prachtige parketvloer. Prima restaurant. Kortom een absolute aanrader in Maputo.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017