Business travellers to Maputo might prefer to stay in hotels in Mozambique on the southeast coast of Africa for the luxury and convenience they offer during their stay. Some hotels in Mozambique like the Southern Sun Maputo have secured incredible sites stretching along the beautifully white beaches.

Guests in sea-facing rooms can wake up to glorious views of the Indian Ocean and fall asleep to the gentle hissing of the waves as they lap the shore. Light lunches and sundowners are served on the outdoor terrace next to the swimming pool, which offers the same magical sea vistas. That's enough to tempt leisure travellers to hotels in Mozambique too.

While the beaches and ocean activities are a major feature for visitors to this former Portuguese colony, there is a lot to see and do on land as well. Start by taking the ferry from Maputo's fishing harbour to Inhaca Island and make a stop at the maritime museum and lighthouse. But if you haven't found your sea legs and have no inclination to go scuba diving either, you can base yourself at hotels in Mozambique to take in all the history, culture and cuisine the city has to offer.

Stroll along the wide streets lined with red acacia and mauve jacaranda trees and wend your way towards Avenue Samora Machel. At the Praca de Independencia, you'll find a range of architecture in the impressive white Roman Catholic cathedral, juxtaposed with a neo-classical City Hall and restored French-Mozambican cultural centre in old colonial style.

Just off the avenue is Tunduro Gardens, which features an admirable cycad collection as well as other indigenous and exotic flora.

Hotels in Mozambique provide the ideal resting place after days of shopping in bustling markets, touring historic sights and dancing the night away in the clubs.
If you enjoy browsing in museums, you'll be spoilt for choice. The Museum of Natural History has numerous attractions, in particular a rather unusual display that depicts the gestation of the elephant, while the Museum of the Revolution records the people's tremendous struggle against Portuguese rule.

The French-Mozambican cultural centre hosts art exhibitions while the Art Museum has Mozambican paintings and sculptures on display. There is even a Money Museum and a Museum of Geology.

Some of the buildings look dilapidated but the grand colonial style is unmistakable. There isn't much public transport, but it's easy to explore on foot.

About the Author:
Theoline Rasebotsa is a freelance journalist