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Gala-Gala Eco Resort

3.0 star property
Lodge in Ponta d'Ouro with 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa

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Deluxe Cabin (4 sleeper) | Terrace/patio
Exterior
Reception
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Private beach nearby, scuba diving
Gala-Gala Eco Resort offers coastal relaxation with practical indulgences. Guests book deep-tissue massages or mani/pedi treatments at the spa, connect to WiFi, and enjoy aromatherapy with garden or poolside bar views. Previous visitors report positive experiences.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Cabin (Reed 2 sleeper en suite ) | 1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Cabin (Reed 2 sleeper en suite )

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Studio | 1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Studio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Cabin (4 sleeper)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 75 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 King Beds

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1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Cabin (2 sleeper)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Cabin (Reed 2 sleeper) | 1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Cabin (Reed 2 sleeper)

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Ponta d'Ouro, Gala-Gala Eco Resort is near a private beach. Shoppers can check out Ponta do Oruo Market, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of iSimangaliso Wetland Park and Maputo National Park. Snorkeling and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Ponta do Oruo Market - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Malongane Park - 17 min drive - 5.3 miles

Getting around

  • Maputo (MPM-Maputo Intl.) - 137 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪360degrees Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Beach Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪mango - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pinto's Place - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Upstairs - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Gala-Gala Eco Resort

Property highlights
Consider a stay at Gala-Gala Eco Resort and take advantage of a poolside bar, a garden, and a library. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like cycling and scuba diving at this lodge. Indulge in a deep-tissue massage, aromatherapy, and a body treatment at the onsite spa. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a bar.
Other perks at this lodge include:
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and an area shuttle
  • Multilingual staff, a billiards/pool table, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Gala-Gala Eco Resort have amenities such as WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: MZN 151 to 1,000 for adults and MZN 151 to 1,000 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Scuba diving

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Shuttle transfer per adult: MZN 800 (roundtrip)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately MZN 151 to 1000 for adults, and MZN 151 to 1000 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Gala-Gala Eco Resort Ponta d'Ouro
Gala-Gala Eco Ponta d'Ouro
Gala-Gala Eco
Gala Gala Eco Resort
Gala-Gala Eco Resort Lodge
Gala-Gala Eco Resort Ponta d'Ouro
Gala-Gala Eco Resort Lodge Ponta d'Ouro

Frequently asked questions

Does Gala-Gala Eco Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is Gala-Gala Eco Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gala-Gala Eco Resort?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gala-Gala Eco Resort?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Gala-Gala Eco Resort?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Gala-Gala Eco Resort located?

Situated in Ponta d'Ouro, this spa lodge is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Ponta do Oruo Market and within 12 mi (20 km) of Malongane Park and iSimangaliso Wetland Park. Maputo National Park is 17.2 mi (27.6 km) away.

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Reviews

Gala-Gala Eco Resort Reviews

7.8

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

8.2

Staff & service

10

Eco-friendliness

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 11 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mércio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its a good combination nature, local content and the people are kind; I will be returning very soon.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

Gala-Gala!

What an amazing stay we had at Gala-Gala resort!! Staff is friendly, resort is very clean and tidy.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

It was OK

It was an ok stay, what we really liked was the fact that though we had unknowingly booked and paid for room which had no en-suite bathroom. I’m glad to say that the host upgraded our room without an extra charge. The check-in and checkout process was also hassle free. They don’t have an in-house restaurant but do have a neighboring one 500m away
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shila Bande

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The forested setting, so beautiful and tucked away distinguishes this spot. The laid back tropical feel, knowledgeable and warm owner operators make this a very special place to stay. It’s a distance (20 min walk) from the beach and town but that ensures you are wakened by birds and the distant roar of the ocean, not partiers! We found this a restorative and relaxing stay. Breakfast was excellent and the resident pets made it feel like home.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sboniso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
it was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

2/10 Terrible

Charmaine

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

TERRIBLE WELCOME AT GALA GALA ECO RESORT BY BEV!

My dates were 18-21 Dec. 18 arrived late bust Bev asked someone to show us to a room that sleeps 2 and toilet smells of urine. I said I booked for 4 she insisted 2 so she checked I told her I have the mail. She checked and dismissed me not even looking at me and then Gabe me a two room. I checked the room when I booked it had one double and 2 single I wanted to have my children stay with me. But the one she gave had my children sleeping in another. She said this was deluxe and she is doing me a favor because I paid for a standard. she said that I should stay two nights there and the 3rd she’ll give me the beach chalet with pvt beach. I saw this in my booking so I think she gave that which I supposed to have to someone else and she had this available only the 21. She sounded upset and was dismissive and complained to other guests about me because I can over hear as all the rooms are close by. She seemed a real racist stubborn and horrible and I will never again book with hotels.com again this was my first time. I travelled this year 8 times to and from South Africa and I never had this issue before. She even sent me a mail a few days before to check if I’m still coming over. Why is this was she letting my 4 sleeper to her friend? I had to stay one night but I went to Maputo and booked hotel Terminus for the other two nights and never went back there. She is a horrible women who would lose you many clients unless offcourse they may be a color to her liking! You are the worst!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Mario

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Too expensive for what you get

Might have been a very nice place some years ago. Definitely not only needs some new paint. Staff was ok but always hard to find. Location is nice but really far tucked away from the beach or the town. Wouldn’t stay there again to be honest.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Hilda

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

Mysigt men isolerat

Väldigt trevlig och hjälpsam personal, dock fanns inget wi-fi och det var lite långt att gå mellan hotellet och restauranger.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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

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