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Southern Sun Maputo

Property class: 4

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Outdoor pool
A spacious lobby with a central staircase, a large chandelier, and a wall of illuminated display cases.
A room with two chairs facing a large window overlooking a pool and a garden.
Exterior
Staircase

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Avenida da Marginal 4016, Maputo, Maputo, 4354
  • Place, Eduardo Mondlane University
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, FEIMA Craft Market
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Instituto Camões Centro Cultural Português
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Maputo (MPM-Maputo Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a balcony view, and artwork on the wall.

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

Superior Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Executive Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a desk with a lamp, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Executive Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a balcony with a view.

Suite

  • Sea view
  • 506 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Presidential Suite

A dining area with a round table, chairs, and a chandelier. There are framed pictures on the wall and a window with curtains.

Presidential Suite

  • Sea view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a desk with a lamp, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Premium Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Maputo

Located within a mile (2 km) of Eduardo Mondlane University, Southern Sun Maputo is within 2 miles (3 km) of FEIMA Craft Market. This 4-star hotel has 269 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Eduardo Mondlane University - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • FEIMA Craft Market - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Instituto Camões Centro Cultural Português - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Centro Cultural Americano Martin Luther King Jr. - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Maputo Cathedral - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Maputo (MPM-Maputo Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Quiosque Wow - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Estoril - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Radisson Blu Hotel, Maputo - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Southern Sun Maputo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Filini Restaurant - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Southern Sun Maputo

At Southern Sun Maputo, guests enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available on request) for USD 20 per person one way. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with concierge services, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach hotel include meeting rooms, a conference center, and a 24-hour business center.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and designer toiletries. Other amenities include coffee makers, ceiling fans, and safes.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Deco Lounge
  • Evolve

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2000
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 10 kids 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • 1 percent destination fee will be charged

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 25 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per person (one way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 20 (one-way), (from 1 to 18 years old)

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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—-11:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Maputo Southern Sun
Maputo Sun
Southern Sun Hotel Maputo
Southern Sun Maputo
Holiday Inn Maputo
Southern Sun Maputo Hotel Maputo
Southern Sun Maputo Hotel
Southern Sun Hotel
Southern Sun Maputo Hotel
Southern Sun Maputo Maputo
Southern Sun Maputo Hotel Maputo

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Southern Sun Maputo?

Southern Sun Maputo offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Southern Sun Maputo?

As of Nov 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southern Sun Maputo on Dec 7, 2026 start from $184, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do near Southern Sun Maputo?

This hotel is located in Maputo, close to Vila Algarve, Geology Museum, and Shopping 24. You'll also find Maputo Central Market and Maputo Botanical Gardens within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Southern Sun Maputo?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Southern Sun Maputo feature a casino on the premises?

No, Southern Sun Maputo doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Southern Sun Maputo?

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

What amenities will couples enjoy at Southern Sun Maputo?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at Southern Sun Maputo?

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

Does Southern Sun Maputo feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Southern Sun Maputo serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Evolve.

Does Southern Sun Maputo allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Southern Sun Maputo though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Southern Sun Maputo?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Southern Sun Maputo?

The closest major airport to Southern Sun Maputo is Maputo (MPM-Maputo Intl.), which is 4 mi away (18 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Southern Sun Maputo?

Yes, some guestrooms at Southern Sun Maputo offer a balcony/patio and may feature sea views.

Does Southern Sun Maputo have a wedding venue on site?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Southern Sun Maputo.

Southern Sun Maputo Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 193 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 193 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 193 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 193 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 193 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a break. Great food, lively bar.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel's beach setting with outdoor seating for dining, a pool, well-kept grounds, and a friendly staff, make this a great place to stay for business or pleasure.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent facilities and awesome location. Only downside is that prostitutes frequent the bar with the hotel not taking action. There was a loud night of passion in the room next to mine.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great view and alao the friendliness of the staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, outstanding Breakfast, average (and quiet expensive) evening menu.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay here. Even though there were some Mastercard issues everyone was very helpful and service minded. The breakfast was fantastic
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cozy and cute.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spectacular view

This hotel is absolutely breathtaking. Rooms are clean and comfortable. The view is spectacular
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Relaxing environment, love it

I had a good time
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

One of the best in Maputo

I Highly recommend the Suthern Sun Hotel Although the rooms need a little bit of an update, as certain things start to look a little bit old and rusty, but it’s always kept clean. People are kind, eficiente, room and bed are comfortable, and food is great 👍👌
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great business hotel

I hadn’t been at Southern Sun for 8 years. It’s larger now but with same high quality attention. Staff went out of their way to help me with things.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A lovely place to stay for some nights.

Nice hotel in Maputo. Arlindo was especially very helpful. Some of the people in the restaurant could have been a bit more smiling and service minded though. The smell in our room was not so good, a bit "old, humid smell", but all in all a good stay with good food. Very nice garden and swimmingpool area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing and rejuvenating!

Very comfortable and welcoming vibe throughout the visit. Beds are wonderful. WiFi was always available throughout their facility and outdoors. Breakfasts are amazing! Employees act like they enjoy working at Southern Sun. Very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Little slow service.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Internet in the room was poor. I had to go downstairs to do my work. The food was soso. I checked out a day early and want a refund for one night.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Food and dining room staff was great as well as the Assistant Food and Beverage manager Nasser. Rooms were outdated. Bathroom shower was in poor condition and the lighting in the bathroom was terrible. Pool lounge chairs were worn out.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All was good and friendly people...except not understanding wh3n you say family room...with a 16 year old son you NOT share same space with him
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Avoid this hotel. The hotel is not maintained and the basic functions, heating/cooling, lack of cleanliness, plumbing and response to immediate and continuous issues was poorly handled. We had to leave. We were moved from 2 rooms on the 3rd floor with overwhelming moisture and cooling failure and a disgusting mildew odor. There were casual efforts to open windows and spray something that did nothing. The moisture and mold issues were obviously li standing. We were moved to other rooms on the 1st floor and then to two alternative ones on the 1st floor, with the same issues with plaster and light fixtures literally falling off the wall due to moisture. The doorman actually tried to bring us into and occupied room and the women was shocked, and scared. The rooms are actually falling apart. The staff is clearly expecting these concerns but they truly have no ability to fix the issues. They say ownership have been notified of the extensive issues and they “seem to do nothing” . The staff is helpless to correct any of it . We had to leave. We may or may not get our money back but the place is uninhabitable and should not be rented until overhauled.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Felt horrible. Reception managers are dishonest

I had a horrible situation with the Reception Managers, especially Mr. Jorge and Mr. Vasco. When paying for the extras, Mr Vasco increased the total amount, and when I asked for the receipt, but I only received the receipt after accepting giving to Mr, Vasco a BRIBE (he said “money for refresco”) . Otherwise he would not give me any confirmation of payment. Also, the receipt was showing an amount less than what I paid, and Vasco made me understand that the difference is going to him Very uncomfortable, disappointed. I felt horrible The hotel overall is not bad, but corruption, bribery … are unacceptable. They do have very nice workers, but Mr Jorge and Mr Vasco are definitely people I cannot trust.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
멋진 직원분들의 웰컴환영과 내부는 고급스러우며 넓고 깨끗하였습니다. 침구류도 매일 교체해주시며 조식도 너무 푸짐하고 싱싱하며 맛있었습니다.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sobre o Hotel é muito bonito, bem localizado, mas foi um terror ao chegar, pois não achavam minha reserva que inclusive ja estava paga, e simplesmente disseram que nao tinham quartos, tive que mostrar tudo e ate chamar o Gerente pois ja eram cerca de 19hrs e estava eu minha esposa e filho de 7 anos e não tinhamos para onde ir, tentei falar com o Suporte da Hoteis.com também para localizar e nao conseguia, após mostrar tudo e cerca de 1 h de conversa, me arrumarram um quarto inferior ao que tinha pago e resevado com 2 camas de solteiro, e ainda tive que pagar 250$ para poder dormir a 1° noite enquanto tentavam achar minha reserva, por fim aceitei para nao ficar sem local para dormir, e por volta das 22hrs consegui contato via chat no suporte da Hoteis.com e me disseram que iam resolver, fui ate a recepção e ai me pediram desculpas, disseram q foi um engano etc..., e então me deram um outro quarto que inclusive nao era o que tinha reservado, mas o dia ja estava tão estressante que aceitei, pediram para voltar no dia seguinte para estornar o valor pago, voltei, tive q explicar tudo novamente, me trataram de início com aquele desdenho típico, até que depois de uns 10 minutos acharam, me pediram desculpas, e disseram que iam fazer o estorno da compra, mas ate agora não apareceu o estorno, vamos ver ate o fechamento da fatura., E o pior e que vi isso acontecer com pelo menos mais 3 pessoas, agora onde esta o problema eu nao sei, mas passei por esse inferno, desconforto e vergonha.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bra hotel i Maputo.

Veldig bra hotell ved havet i Maputo. Alle ansatte var veldig høflige og smilende og imøtekommende. Frokosten var vedlig bra med alt du kan ønske deg. Bassenget var dint og rent. Rommene pent innredet om enn litt slitt. Men ikke så slitt at det påvirket oppholdet. Klimaanlegget fungerte bra. Vi testet også kveldsbuffeten og lunsjbuffeten ved flere anledninger og maten var bra og god. Alt smakte godt. Fikk veldig god hjelp av Concierge Rose til å booke turer og utflukter.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Frühstück, Lage, Sicht auf das Meer
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Atendimento sempre cordial e amistoso

O hotel está muito bem conservado e os funcionários foram swempre muito atenciosos e cordiais. O café da manhã é bom e completo. Sua localização também é muito boa. Apenas que quando eu reservei no hoteis.com recebi a informação de que o meu quarto teria 40 metros quadrados e na verdade não tinha nem metade disso de tamanho, mas apesar desse detalhe a estadia foi muito boa.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022