Sentidos Beach Retreat

Architecture Oto Arquitectos

Architecture Oto Arquitectos

Inspired by Balinese architecture, the resort seems as to be floating on sand while having minimal environmental impact.

Set apart from the main building, the villas are accessed by a wooden bridge whose lanterns after sunset provide a romantic evening walk “back home”. The hotel’s architecture complies with the region’s sustainability guidelines, matching exotic wood with local construction materials and textiles. A generous smattering of copper and brass are an ode to Mozambique’s colonial times.

Interior design Bárbara Perino

Inspired by luxury safari tents of bygone days, the hotel is awash in vintage luggage from Africa, India, and Europe...

with each piece elevated to art, while custom-made furniture spells luxury in an earthy way. A fresh take on design by the shores of Mozambique, the interiors have clean simple lines with a touch of history. A mix of local furniture and handicrafts have been effortlessly put together using pieces scoured from Bali, South Africa, and Portugal.