The Kirimizi Hotel & Restaurant occupies a striking position overlooking Nanhimbe beach in Pemba Bay, in northern Mozambique. The establishment combines accommodation with kitchenette and a seafood restaurant, just a few minutes' drive from the centre of Pemba. A practical base for exploring the Cabo Delgado coast.

Why choose Kirimizi Hotel

• Direct position above Nanhimbe beach, facing Pemba Bay
• Rooms and suites equipped with kitchenette, ideal for extended stays
• On-site restaurant open all day, specialising in seafood
• Pemba town centre accessible within a few minutes' drive
• Easy access to water activities: snorkelling and diving in the bay

Atmosphere and setting

The grounds descend towards Nanhimbe beach through a garden planted with palms, with a pool positioned in the upper section. Pemba Bay, one of the largest natural bays in East Africa, offers calm waters for most of the year, making swimming and snorkelling accessible from the shore.

The location works on two levels: a beachside aspect, with the beach and pool for unscheduled days, and a practical side thanks to its proximity to the town centre, markets and Pemba airport. This configuration suits both a stopover before a transfer to the Quirimbas archipelago and a multi-night beach stay.

Rooms and suites

Accommodation ranges from rooms to suites, all equipped with amenities conducive to an independent stay:

• Kitchenette allowing you to prepare your own meals, practical for longer stays
• Air conditioning, appreciated from October to April when the heat rises
• Private balcony, with garden or sea views depending on the category chosen

Sea-view categories overlook the bay and Nanhimbe beach; garden views open onto the tropical vegetation of the grounds.

Dining and services

The Kirimizi restaurant, which lends its name to the hotel, operates continuously throughout the day. The menu highlights locally caught seafood — fish, shellfish — prepared simply, along with a selection of desserts. It's also a lunch option for visitors passing through Pemba.

On-site you'll find the pool, gardens and direct beach access. Reception can point you towards local operators for boat excursions.

Location and access

The hotel is located in Nanhimbe, on the stretch of beach bordering Pemba Bay. Pemba town centre and airport are a short drive away, which simplifies arrivals and departures, especially for travellers in transit to the Quirimbas. Allow a minimum of half a day for transfers from Maputo via domestic flight.

Things to do nearby

• Snorkelling and diving in Pemba Bay: reefs close to shore harbour coral fauna accessible to beginners and experienced divers alike
• Pemba markets: central market and neighbourhood markets for a glimpse of local life and Cabo Delgado produce
• Coastal hiking along the shoreline and inland
• Excursions to the Quirimbas archipelago, accessible by boat or flight from Pemba

Planning your stay in Mozambique

Kirimizi fits well into an itinerary combining the northern coast and a visit to parks or islands. To build your trip, browse our circuits in Mozambique or explore other properties like Nuarro Lodge and Ossimba Beach Lodge on the same coast.