Browse all 68 handpicked lodge and island stay options.
A simple yet comfortable little lodge of 4 bedrooms on lovely Nosy Komba island - run by South African couple Danielle and Chris, whose enthusiasm and warm hospitality makes for a home-from-home island adventure
The largest and most conventional of all the lodges in the Bazaruto Archipelago, Anantara Bazaruto with its 44 villas appeals to travellers wanting to head off the beaten track but still enjoy loads of activities and facilities - a halfway house if...
Taken over a few years ago by top lodge operator andBeyond who transformed the lodge with an extensive and luxurious renovation, the original lodge built on this stunning island in the Bazaruto Archipelago is again one of the very best!
Whilst there are many island lodges that boast of offering a “Robinson Crusoe” type experience, this little eco-lodge consisting of 8 simple wooden bungalows on a protected tropical island really does deliver on this promise!
If being located on a sensational beach is more important to you than staying in a luxurious hotel room, then head to this simple little 20-room guesthouse/hotel perched above a breathtakingly beautiful beach on the gorgeous south-east coast of Mahe!
Antoremba is in many ways the epitome of the type of lodge we love here at Barefoot Breaks - nestled on a picture-perfect golden beach south of Nosy Be, this gorgeously secluded lodge boasts lovely wooden bungalows literally just off the sand!
The recipient of consistent rave reviews from our clients, this is a stylish and intimate retreat of just 8 rooms (each with private plunge pools!) on top of the dunes looking out on the spectacular seascape that is the Bazaruto archipelago! Great...
Our favourite Mozambique lodge of all - a wonderful blend of six-star luxury and laid-back island style offering sensational dining experiences and gorgeous thatched rooms (all with private plunge pools!) lying literally on the endless beach. Simply...
An old favourite of South African travellers which closed after a fire back in 2012, this lodge on the south-west of Benguerra re-opened under the Azura banner in mid-2025, delivering all the things that Azura is famed for: stylish luxury, superb...
“Zanzibar meets the Maldives” – this small island off historical Stone Town boasts 70 hugely spacious and luxurious suites (all with private pools!) including 8 gorgeous over-water villas of the type commonly associated with the Maldives!
The finest accommodation available on the stunningly beautiful island of Ile aux Nattes, Bijoux Villas are a couple of gorgeously rustic 4-bedroomed villas set in amidst palm trees on a gorgeous white coral sand beach – a fantastic option for a group...
This has to be the perfect honeymoon hideaway – the Black Parrot Suites are 12 exclusive and luxurious rooms perched spectacularly on a rocky headland overlooking a bay peppered with picturesque sandy coves.
Swim with whale sharks, snorkel on coral reefs, picnic on pristine sand banks, or simply relax on the stunning white powder beach in front of Butiama – this gorgeous little beach lodge on unspoiled Mafia Island has jumped straight into our shortlist...
Gorgeous new boutique hotel of 40 chalets (12 of them boasting their own private plunge pools!) sprawled on a hillside overlooking a picturesque bay complete with white sand beach on the northern shore of Mahé.
With spectacular snorkelling on a virgin coral reef and ingeniously designed eco-friendly bandas, Chumbe offers a superb modern day Robinson Crusoe experience.
Perched on a forest covered hillside above the beautiful bay of Anse Bois de Rose in the tranquil and undeveloped south-east corner of Praslin, the Coco de Mer offers perhaps the best value for money of all the Praslin resorts.
A stunning location - including a choice of 2 excellent beaches - a host of different activities, wide variety of restaurants and luxurious accommodation options make the Constance Ephelia perhaps the best choice for families holidaying in the...
ALL INCLUSIVE! Superbly stylish and luxurious resort of 86 spacious villas (all with their own private plunge pools) unusually offers a fantastic All-Inclusive package and caters brilliantly to kids as well as adults! A firm favourite for very good...
Our pick as Barefoot Breaks' favourite resort in the Seychelles, Constance Lemuria occupies THE best location of any resort here, including two of the Seychelles’ most stunning beaches, as well as a superb 18-hole championship golf course - the...
ALL INCLUSIVE! Moofushi has jumped straight to the top of our list of Maldives favourites - and no wonder as it combines great beaches, a stunning house reef, rustically styled yet funky accommodation as well as a wonderfully comprehensive All...
Tsarabanjina is our choice as THE best island lodge in Madagascar - it really is the epitome of exclusive barefoot luxury! A great choice for honeymooners or a romantic break, or perhaps for well-heeled divers wanting to explore the area's pristine...
Quite simply THE best way to experience the magic of the greater Nosy Be Archipelago – whether you're snorkelling, fishing, swimming or just cruising - so many of our guests report back that it was their "best holiday ever!"
Head for Denis Island if you want wonderfully unspoiled natural surroundings, loads of outdoor activities and the peace and solitude that come with staying in a small, intimate lodge far away from the relative hordes of holidaymakers on the main...
ALL INCLUSIVE! Tiny island of just 45 stylish and minimalist beach villas lining perfect white sandy beaches and with one of the best house reefs in the Maldives! Great option for keen snorkellers in particular!
Act out your Robinson Crusoe fantasies on this stunning island with some of the best beaches we've ever seen - apart from your fellow guests at this lodge with its 18 superbly stylish yet eco-friendly bungalows, the island is home only to thousands...
ALL INCLUSIVE! Filitheyo is the perfect place for a fantastically relaxing Maldives holiday - a superb house reef and sandy beaches; comfortable accommodation; exceptionally friendly service and consistently excellent food – all of this and...
Enjoying a position of glorious isolation in the south of Zanzibar, Fumba Beach Lodge is a luxurious yet relaxing hideaway set in 40 acres of exquisite wilderness - and boasts some of the most exciting Suites on the island!
The epitome of Castaway Chic and the complete antithesis of commercial tourism, the gorgeous Fundu Lagoon is situated in a remote cove on Pemba Island and accessible by boat only. Great style, great vibe...an unforgettable experience!
Gorgeous 56 villa resort (16 of them with stunning private plunge pools!) tucked away amidst a densely forested mountainside above a couple of lovely little coves on Mahe's beautiful north-west coast. All Inclusive option also available!
Newly renovated and attractively upgraded, this 32-room boutique hotel located on the long stretch of beach of Grande Anse on Praslin’s southern coast now boasts stylishly contemporary public areas and some of the most family-friendly rooms in the...
Position, position, position! Komba Forever is a simple little lodge of 4 rustic bungalows perched just above the best beach on Nosy Komba island! Enjoy delicious food and the wonderfully relaxed vibe here!
Lovely little 5-bedroomed lodge perched on a hillside above a tiny sandy beach on the east coast of Nosy Komba island, where South African couple Isak and Sunette are the wonderfully friendly owners who have created a real home-from-home atmosphere...
A long established favourite and indisputably one of the top hotels on Praslin, the L’Archipel with its 32 rooms poised above a gorgeous secluded beach also has perhaps the most authentic local character.
Of the 3 main islands in the Seychelles, La Digue is definitely our favourite! With great beaches and a blissfully laidback atmosphere the only thing missing was somewhere really upmarket to stay – thank goodness then that the superbly stylish Le...
ALL INCLUSIVE! Lily Beach is a real trailblazer – it was the first Maldives resort to offer a “Premium All Inclusive” offering – and has been rewarded with a steady stream of very happy guests!
Perched in a pristine dune forest and enjoying stunning views over the narrow channel between Inhaca island and the Santa Maria peninsular, Machangulo Beach Lodge offers a host of activities for the whole family, including world-class fishing and...
Lovely lodge of 8 spacious bungalows scattered across a forested hillside on the eastern side of Nosy Komba island, enjoying stunning views out over the ocean towards the sunrise!
ALL INCLUSIVE! Position, position, position – with its remote hill-top position overlooking a magnificent white sand beach and the azure waters of the Pemba Channel, the Manta Resort is an absolute jewel!
One of an increasing number of more stylish lodges now opening up on the mainland coastline of Mozambique, Massinga Beach occupies a blissfully isolated position perched above a seemingly endless stretch of beach 90 km north of Inhambane.
This pretty little boutique hotel lies on a stunning powder-sand beach lined with gorgeous palm trees at Pwani Mchangani receives consistent rave reviews for the delicious food and the great service from the friendly owners and staff!
ALL INCLUSIVE! A gorgeously unspoiled & natural feeling island with superb white-sand beaches reached via sandy paths leading through the tropical forest - an extensive revamp & rebrand in late-2025 has meant that the quality of the product now...
The 111 lovely villas of the Niva Labriz lie stretched along a mile-long white-sand beach on the largely unspoiled Silhouette Island, with its imposing backdrop of densely forested mountain peaks - an excellent family-friendly option, perfect whether...
Location, location, location!!! This hugely popular 80-room Creole flavoured resort lies tucked away in the quietest corner of the stunning Cote d'Or beach with a towering rain forest clad mountainside behind and the blindingly blue waters of the bay...
Pineapple Beach Villas may be "self-catering", but frankly the beachfront accommodation here is far nicer than you'll find at most resorts! The villas are spacious, very stylish and luxurious - and there's even an excellent on-site restaurant (meals...
Situated on THE most jaw-droppingly beautiful beach we've seen on Zanzibar, this superbly run romantic beach lodge is a favourite for honeymooners and other travellers looking for a great beach holiday (and the top room types now also boast private...
In the middle of a palm tree grove on the edge of a glorious white sand beach and lagoon you'll find the 20 chalets that make up the most luxurious accommodation on the pirate's island of Sainte Marie.
The most popular choice amongst South Africans visiting Nosy Be, Sakatia Lodge is an unpretentious and easy going and attractively located lodge that is especially popular with scuba divers wanting to explore the area’s rich coral reefs!
Simple and sociable little lodge of just 6 bungalows set in a sensationally beautiful position under a grove of palm trees and literally a couple of paces from the white coral sands lining the best swimming beach along the west coast of Ile aux...
Some of the most stylish and exclusive accommodation in Mozambique, the 3 villas of different sizes are the perfect place to simply relax in considerable style and luxury, or as a base to explore the wonders of the Bazaruto Archipelago
This secluded and charming beach lodge (previously known as Blue Footprints) with its 5 comfortable Ocean View Cottages perched in the dunes above a seemingly endless beach boasts wonderfully friendly hosting, stunning food and superb and...
Relax and recharge your batteries at this charming little eco-lodge of just 5 gorgeous casitas tucked away in the seemingly endless groves of palm trees and dunes between Imhambane and Vilanculos!
A real contender for the most stylish and upmarket beach lodge in Madagascar! If you're in search of a truly intimate and romantic retreat, then these 8 bungalows perched above a lovely sandy beach on beautiful Nosy Komba come highly recommended for...
ALL INCLUSIVE! The perfect combination of laid-back luxury, delicious food, beautiful accommodations, stunning sandy beach and pristine house reef, V Villas at Mirihi is a top choice for people wanting a romantic break.
Whilst the Maldives is generally a great destination for couples, Veligandu is perhaps our favourite resort of all for couples looking for a honeymoon or romantic break - especially since the stylish renovation it received in 2024 which saw the...
ALL INCLUSIVE! Vilamendhoo is the sister resort to ever-popular Meeru – it takes that resort’s proven winning formula and then adds to it absolutely outstanding snorkelling, courtesy of one of the very best house reefs in the Maldives!
Boasting new management and recently renovated, Vilanculos Beach Lodge remains a great option as a more affordable base from which to explore the stunningly beautiful Bazaruto Archipelago!
Finding a nice villa available to rent on Zanzibar is pretty rare – finding one that’s luxuriously appointed and boasts such features as its own swimming pool, air-conditioning and even a private speedboat for your personal use and you’re into the...
If you fancy a more "resorty" hotel but also like the idea of experiencing Madagascar (rather than the usual far more commercialised destinations like Mauritius) then this 58-room All-Inclusive hotel set on a stunning golden sand beach in the...
This wonderfully chic and stylish lodge ripped up the traditional African beach lodge style rule-book in favour of a clean, contemporary and very sophisticated look - quite superb in every way!
Recently renovated (and renamed) beach lodge on one of the island's finest beaches on Zanzibar's north-eastern shoreline - a great value choice for beach lovers who prefer a laid-back vibe!