Azura Benguerra Island

There are 11 of these 645sq m beachfront villas, each with a private 5m plunge pool, sala (open pavilion), sun deck, day-beds, twin showers and a bath (there’s also a shower and a bath in the villa’s expansive bathroom). The bedroom has a king-size bed with Egyptian cotton linen and a mosquito net. Decor is colourful and contemporary: splashes of blue, green and tangerine against a neutral background, with wood and wicker furnishings. Other features include a dressing area, fans, a minibar with free soft drinks and beer, multinational plug sockets, novels and reference books, a beach bag and additional mosquito netting. A personal butler is assigned to each villa. A baby cot, or up to two extra beds (for children up to 16 years old; free for under-6s, otherwise rates vary depending on the number of children and adults sharing) can be added to this villa on request.

This 1,075sq m three-bedroom villa has its own beachfront location with views of Bazaruto Dune, and a 16m infinity pool spanning the front of the villa. There’s also a dining area with a feature star-shaped roof and wine bar, treehouse lounging area, plus a private kitchen with a personal chef. The villa also comes with extensive sun decks, relaxation areas, day beds and beach salas, and a stylish separate sitting room with fireplace, flatscreen TV, DVD player and Bose SoundDock. The split-level master suite has a king-size bed with a mosquito net, sitting area, twin outdoor showers, an expansive bathroom with view-endowed bath tub and shower, separate toilet, dressing area, and fans. The second bedroom has the same layout and features as the Infinity Beach Villas. The third bedroom is smaller, and ideal for children. Living spaces are linked by wooden walkways, and screened by indigenous vegetation. Decor is colourful and contemporary: splashes of blue, green and tangerine against a neutral background, with wood and wicker furnishings. Other features include a dressing area, guest toilet, minibar with free soft drinks and beer, multinational plug sockets, novels and reference books, a beach bag and additional mosquito netting. A personal butler is assigned to each villa. A baby cot or an extra bed (for children up to 16 years old; free for under-6s) can be added to this villa on request.

These cosy (38sq m) are close to the spa on a secluded beachfront row; each villa has uninterrupted access to the beach, a private ocean-view terrace, a private pool and an alfresco shower. Inside, there’s a king-size canopy bed and an ensuite bathroom – separated by a partition wall – with a large walk-in shower. Each villa also has an iPod dock, air-conditioning, a minibar, free bottled water, tea- and coffee-making kit and eco-friendly Azura bath products.

There are three of these 645sq m beachfront villas, each with a private 3m plunge pool, sala (open pavilion), sun deck, day-beds and twin showers (there’s another shower in the villa’s expansive bathroom). Decor is colourful and contemporary: splashes of blue, green and tangerine against a neutral background, with wood and wicker furnishings. The bedroom has a king-size bed with Egyptian cotton linen and a mosquito net. Other features include a dressing area, minibar with free soft drinks and beer, multinational plug sockets, novels and reference books, a beach bag, eco-friendly bath products and additional mosquito netting. A personal butler is assigned to each villa. A baby cot, or an extra bed (for children up to 16 years old; free for under-6s) can be added to this villa on request.

Both of these villas have large infinity pools and uninterrupted sea views. Each sprawling (172sq m) private villa has 30sq m of private beachfront with a beachside sala and is on the northern end the resort. The master bedroom has a king-size canopy bed and an ensuite bathroom – separated by a partition wall – with a large walk-in shower. The lounge has a cushion-topped sofas that can be converted into two beds for children and a separate guest bathroom; a sliding glass door separate the lounge area from the lush gardens. There’s a Jacuzzi at one end of the pool and a pavilion at the other. A double daybed sits under a covered section of the pool terrace, and there’s also a single daybed and an alfresco dining area. Each villa also has an iPod dock, air-conditioning, a minibar, Nespresso coffee machine, tea-making kit, free bottled water and eco-friendly Azura bath products. A baby cot and an extra bed (35 per cent of adult rates for children aged six to 16 years old; free for under-6s) can be added to this villa on request.

This 975sq m beachfront villa occupies a private perch at the end of the property, and has a tiled 10m swimming pool, a beachfront garden with day-beds, a hammock and decking, and various dining and relaxation areas (including a wine bar). Up to four can sleep here, spread across two bedrooms (a master bedroom with a king-size bed, indoor and outdoor showers and a spacious deck; a smaller bedroom with twin beds, a sitting area and an outdoor bathroom). The sitting area has a flatscreen TV, DVD player, Bose SoundDock and a selection of books and games, and there’s also a kitchenette. Decor is colourful and contemporary: splashes of blue, green and tangerine against a neutral background, with wood and wicker furnishings. Other features include a dressing area, fans, a minibar with free soft drinks and beer, multinational plug sockets, novels and reference books, a beach bag and additional mosquito netting. A personal butler is assigned to each villa. A baby cot and an extra bed (for children up to 16 years old; free for under-6s) can be added to this villa on request.