--- title: "Hotel Cardoso, Maputo: reviews, location & comparison" description: "Hotel Cardoso in Maputo: rated 8.6 by guests, 4-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side." url: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/hotel-cardoso-maputo/ language: en source: StayVersus (https://stayversus.com) retrieved: 2026-10-12 --- Hotel · ★★★★ # Hotel Cardoso Polana Cimento "A", Maputo, Mozambique 8.6 · Very good 44 reviews · #5 #5 of 12 in Maputo · 5.4 Location score ## About Hotel Cardoso Hotel Cardoso is a hotel in Polana Cimento "A", Maputo, Mozambique. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 8.6 out of 10 across 44 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, bar, gym, airport transfer, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 1.4 km from the centre of Maputo. The nearest airport, Maputo Airport (MPM), is 6.5 km away. - **Type:** Hotel - **Star rating:** ★★★★ - **Check-in from:** 14:00 - **Check-out until:** 11:00 - **Rooms:** 130 - **Floors:** 5 - **Opened:** 1992 - **Last renovated:** 2008 - **Other stays within 500 m:** 1 707 Avenida dos M rtires de Mueda [cardoso-hotel.com](https://www.cardoso-hotel.com/) ## How Hotel Cardoso scores Better rated than 82% of hotels in Maputo - Guest rating **8.6** - Location **5.4** - Facilities **9.2** - Families **1.0** - Spa & wellness **5.5** Maputo average ## Amenities Swimming poolBarGymAirport transferFree parkingFree Wi-Fi24-hour room service ### Pool & wellness - Swimming pool - Sauna - Steam room - Gym ### Food & drink - Breakfast - Bar - 24-hour room service ### Leisure - Terrace ### Internet - Free Wi-Fi ### Parking & transport - Free parking ### Services - Airport transfer - Shuttle - Car hire - Concierge - Laundry - Luggage storage ### In the rooms - Air conditioning - Balcony - Minibar - In-room safe - Coffee or tea maker - Blackout curtains Based on the property listing at our booking partner. ## Location - **Location score:** **5.4**/10 - **Walk grade:** **59**/100 Somewhat walkable - **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **23** - **Sights within 1 km:** **5**
Nearest airportMaputo Airport (MPM)6.5 km15 min drive
Distance to the centreMaputo1.4 km22 min walk
### Sights nearby - Museu de Historia Natural140 m - Reserva Natural De Maputo460 m - Museu Nacional de Geologia540 m - Grāndē Līsbōā - Museu840 m - Ministerio da Saude980 m - Feira Popular Maputo1.0 km ## Hotel Cardoso: in detail Experience an abundance of unparalleled facilities and features at Hotel Cardoso. Maintain seamless communication using the complimentary Wi-Fi at hotel. Effortlessly arrange transportation to and from the airport using the hotel's airport transfer services. Discovering Maputo becomes even more accessible through the taxi, car hire and shuttle amenities provided at the hotel. For visitors traveling by automobile, complimentary parking is available. During your stay at this fantastic hotel, the attentive front desk personnel can provide you with a range of amenities such as concierge service, express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. Obtaining passes for the town's top entertainments becomes effortless with hotel's tours. At the hotel, utilize the on-site dry cleaning service and laundry service to maintain your beloved travel attire fresh, allowing you to bring fewer clothes. Craving relaxation? Make the most of your stay at the Hotel Cardoso with convenient amenities like 24-hour room service, room service and daily housekeeping at your disposal. Kindly note that smoking is prohibited in the hotel to ensure fresher air for all visitors. For visitors wishing to smoke, designated smoking zones can be found. At Hotel Cardoso, every guestroom is provided with convenient amenities and fittings to ensure a comfortable stay. Enhance your experience at hotel with the knowledge that certain rooms are equipped with linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning for your convenience. At Hotel Cardoso, each visit offers an array of intriguing room configurations, featuring accommodations with separate living room and balcony or terrace, ensuring a distinct experience every time. Certain rooms boast in-room amusement features such as television and cable TV, offering guests an enjoyable stay. In select rooms within the hotel, a coffee or tea maker, bottled water, instant coffee, instant tea and mini bar is available to cater to your requirements when desired. In the hotel, certain guest bathrooms come equipped with essential bathroom amenities, such as a hair dryer, toiletries, bathrobes and towels, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. Begin your day with a scrumptious on-site breakfast available each morning at Hotel Cardoso. Begin your day feeling refreshed and invigorated as you enjoy a delightful cup of quality coffee available at the cafe situated within the hotel. At the hotel, an assortment of easily accessible and delicious meal choices are available to satisfy your appetite whenever it strikes. At Hotel Cardoso, they are committed to catering to your unique requirements. They offer a variety of meal choices, encompassing halal alternatives for those with special dietary preferences. Enjoy an entertaining evening with your fellow travelers at the hotel's bar. At the hotel, discerning guests can also enjoy on-site culinary facilities like BBQ facilities tailored to their preferences. During your stay at hotel, an array of engaging activities and amenities guarantees a delightful experience. During your stay, don't forget to allocate some moments to experience the readily available shoreline. Conclude your holiday perfectly with a visit to salon, steam room and sauna on your final days. Be sure to drop by the pool at hotel at least once during your stay. At Hotel Cardoso, utmost care is taken to ensure guests' comfort. Relish your preferred beverage in your swimwear by the hotel's poolside bar. Discover the fitness amenities at hotel to maintain your health and strength during your getaway. ### Compare ## Compare Hotel Cardoso with nearby hotels Similar hotels within 3 km. 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Hotel Cardoso has a guest rating of 8.6 out of 10 from 44 reviews, which is better than 82% of rated hotels in Maputo. ### What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Cardoso? Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 11:00. ### Does Hotel Cardoso include breakfast? Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book. ### Does Hotel Cardoso have a pool? Yes, Hotel Cardoso has a swimming pool. ### Is there parking at Hotel Cardoso? Yes, the listing mentions free parking. ### How far is Hotel Cardoso from the airport? The nearest airport, Maputo Airport (MPM), is 6.5 km away in a straight line. ### How many rooms does Hotel Cardoso have? Hotel Cardoso has 130 rooms on 5 floors. Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. 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