The Matola Hotel

Matola, Mozambique · Full-service family and business hotel

138–139 roomsChildren’s pool + gymRestaurant + breakfast

The Matola Hotel is one of the city’s largest conventional hotels, best suited to travellers who want a broad facility set rather than a small guesthouse or self-catering stay.

Answer first

Is The Matola Hotel a good full-service staycation in Matola?

Yes—especially for families and business travellers who want a restaurant, breakfast, children’s pool, 24-hour gym, parking and meeting facilities in one property. Current Expedia information lists 139 rooms, while Tripadvisor continues to describe 138; the one-room discrepancy is minor but worth noting rather than pretending the sources are identical.

Large hotelChildren’s pool24-hour gymFamily-friendly
Best for

Who should choose it?

Families: children’s pool, playground and game-room facilities give it more family depth than most Matola guesthouses.

Business travellers: meeting room, business centre and N2 access are practical.

Drivers: free self-parking is currently listed.

Facilities, food and room strategy

Family leisureCurrent listings include a children’s pool, playground and arcade/game room.
Restaurant + breakfastExpedia currently lists a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner plus free buffet breakfast.
Gym + practical servicesA 24-hour gym, Wi-Fi, parking and paid airport shuttle are currently listed.

How we would book The Matola Hotel

Families should confirm the exact room layout and whether the children’s pool is operating during their dates. Business guests should ask about the meeting room if needed. Current public review scores are mixed, so read recent comments for room condition and service before choosing a non-refundable rate.

Why we’d book it

  • One of Matola’s largest hotel inventories.
  • Good family facility set.
  • Restaurant, breakfast and parking.
  • Gym and business services.

Trade-offs

  • Mixed recent public review signal.
  • Large-hotel feel rather than boutique intimacy.
  • Airport shuttle is currently listed as paid.

Alternatives in Matola

Frequently asked questions

How many rooms does The Matola Hotel have?

Current Expedia information lists 139 rooms, while Tripadvisor lists 138.

Does The Matola Hotel have a pool?

Current Expedia information specifically lists a children’s pool; confirm any additional pool facilities directly.

Does it have a gym?

Yes. A 24-hour gym is currently listed.

Is breakfast included?

Current Expedia information lists free buffet breakfast; verify your live rate.

Who is it best for?

Families and business travellers wanting a large full-service hotel in Matola.

Room count and current amenities were checked against Expedia and Tripadvisor in September 2026. Where the two sources differ, the discrepancy is disclosed rather than silently resolved.
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