San Martinho Vila Azul: A new contemporary coastal experience in Mozambique
Building on over five decades of experience in African hospitality and property development, Beekman Group unveils San Martinho Vila Azul: a modern, village-style coastal retreat within the award-winning San Martinho Beach Club in Bilene, Mozambique.
From its early beginnings in South Africa, the Beekman Group has grown into one of southern Africa’s most trusted hospitality and resort management companies, recognised for creating destinations that celebrate Africa’s landscapes, cultures and people.
The launch of San Martinho Vila Azul marks a new chapter in this legacy, strengthening the group’s regional footprint and showcasing its continued commitment to meaningful, sustainable tourism experiences.
A new chapter for a legacy of African hospitality
With the introduction of San Martinho Vila Azul, the group is looking to further enhance the offering at the award-winning San Martinho Beach Club, recently named Mozambique’s Leading Family Resort for the fourth consecutive year at the 2025 World Travel Awards. This new development combines modern design with the tranquillity of Uembje Lagoon’s white beaches, offering guests a seamless blend of resort-level convenience, private self-catering options and immersive local experiences.
“San Martinho Vila Azul is a bold step in our journey across Africa,” says Tony Hazel, resort executive at the Beekman Group. “Our history in the region has always been about creating spaces that are beautiful, sustainable and deeply connected to the communities around them. With San Martinho Vila Azul, we’re extending that heritage into a new, contemporary coastal experience.”
Where tradition, sustainability and modern comfort meet
Reflecting the group’s rich history in African hospitality, every villa and apartment at San Martinho Vila Azul is designed with inspiration from the surrounding landscape, boasting soft earth tones, natural textures and open-plan layouts that bring the outdoors in.
Beyond aesthetics, the resort champions sustainable tourism, sourcing locally, creating long-term employment and investing in eco-conscious operations that protect the lagoon and the surrounding ecosystem.
Guests can enjoy authentic cultural experiences: from lagoon cruises and snorkelling excursions to exploring local markets and tasting freshly caught seafood. For nature lovers, Bilene offers coastal dune trails, seasonal turtle nesting sites and a variety of adventure activities, all accessible from the resort.
A broader vision across southern Africa
The launch of San Martinho Vila Azul underscores the group’s vision for African coastal tourism, which is to make world-class, immersive travel experiences accessible while celebrating the continent’s natural and cultural wealth.
“Travellers today want more than a beautiful view; they want to experience a connection to the land, its people and the surrounding nature,” explains Hazel. “Vila Azul captures that philosophy. It’s a modern, sustainable retreat built on a foundation of decades of experience in African hospitality.”
Your next African coastal escape awaits
San Martinho Vila Azul’s white beaches are ready to welcome families, couples and groups seeking an unforgettable coastal escape along Mozambique’s serene Uembje Lagoon. Whether you’re planning a relaxing getaway, an adventurous holiday or a romantic retreat, San Martinho Vila Azul offers thoughtfully designed apartments, duplexes and villas, resort-level amenities and authentic local experiences.
Bookings are open through Beekman Holidays – and with the holiday season approaching, early reservations are recommended to secure your preferred dates. Experience the perfect blend of comfort, culture and coastal beauty – your next African getaway awaits.
