Top Hotels in Malawi Specialty lodgings
Top Things to do in Malawi
10 Top-Rated Specialty lodgings in Malawi
Safari on horseback, in a 4 x 4, on foot or by boat to take in Malawi's nine national parks and wildlife reserves, encompassing highlands and marshes. Lake Malawi attracts boaters, fishing enthusiasts, water skiers and snorkelers to its clear, fresh waters that house more than 400 fish species.
Things to do in Malawi
1. Mitengo House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
The newly built Mitengo House opened mid 2019. Situated in arguably one the most beautiful areas of Lilongwe, the Lodge is ideal for a peaceful stay with all facilities provided. A growing range of services is available within 5 minutes distance in this part of Malawi’s capital city. It’s just 10 miles/16 km from Lilongwe International Airport and 4 km from the City Business Centre. The nine contemporary, en-suite rooms are decorated in an attractive African ethnic style. Aircon units, ceiling fans and spacious mosquito nets are provided in all the Lodge rooms. You can also enjoy a comfortable lounge, an on-site restaurant, beautiful green gardens and a shady terrace. Safe parking is available in an enclosed area and the Lodge has 24 hours’ security. Mitengo House is a Skyband Hotspot for internet and we welcome small conferences. This intimate Lodge is ideal for business guests and those wishing to explore Malawi’s welcoming capital. The Kiboko Safaris Bookings Office is conveniently situated inside the courtyard premises of the Lodge to assist with all your travel needs.
Lilongwe
Reviewed By michaeldS1905JJA local hotel in a good area,ideal for airport & downtown. A boutique hotel with 9 rooms, Rooms have names,no numbers.Room was large comfortable in modern style with mosquito net ,fan,air con,tv,table etc.Bathroom was smart modern style with walk in shower.Staff are friendly & Helpful .Lobby is just off a nice garden,There are plenty.of relaxing sofas.Public area have art objects,paintings ,quality furniture.Paid WiFi is reliable.Breakfast is poor( needs bread,more hot items).Menu for lunch & dinner is limited with poor quality meals.property has a great potential if it pays attention to quality.
2. Mijn Kitchen B&B
Mijn Kitchen Bed and Breakfast has five fully furnished en-suite bedrooms that provide a mix of luxury and comfort, allowing guests to feel right at home during their stay in Blantyre. Four of these rooms are fitted with double beds and one has a duo of single beds.
3. CCAP House Likhubula
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 18 reviews
Convenient location but that's it
Reviewed By katieaM9819XIThis was probably my least favorite place to stay in 3 weeks in Malawi. I spent one night before doing the hike to Sapitwa Peak. There were all sorts of loud noises outside my room much of the night and the mosquito net around my bed had holes in it and I had mosquitoes buzzing around me half the night. I'm not sure I actually slept at all. No hot water despite other reviews raving about the hot showers. And while I ordered dinner for like 6:30, the chef decided he needed to leave earlier so he cooked it up, wrapped it in plastic and left it on a table for me in the dining hall. No one else was around so I didn't even know how to get a beverage! Not sure if they were just short-staffed because of Covid, but there was just a total lack of service.
4. Amaryllis
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Great hotel
Reviewed By MarionTanzaniaGreat hotel in beautiful Blantyre. Rooms are spacious and clean. The balcony has a great view, staff is super helpful and friendly, the bathroom is mega big, the gym is great and breakfast has a great variety. The beds are comfy and large and clean.
5. Platinum Hotels
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Standard rooms,twin rooms and deluxe rooms.
It is an amazing property
Reviewed By WgCdrArunVermaExcellent accommodation, good ambiance and nice people around to take care.It is a bit old building, but caters all your needs. Food is an excellent for Asians & western guys and the staff is most courteous. Owner of the hotel is an excellent human being, takes care of your small small needs. Other staff is good.
6. Mzuzu Coffee Suites
Overall Ratings
4 based on 3 reviews
Standards have gone down
Reviewed By steven kBeen to this lodge two times. The first time I had a great time. The rooms were clean, comfortable and had Mzuzu cofee en free Wi-Fi. But the second time it wasn't no good. Don't let your standards go down. All in all it's a nice lodge
7. T & D Guesthouse
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 4 reviews
Good location for University but VERY expensive
Reviewed By DavidgirlingukI stayed here for 5 nights and it was not worth the money. The standard rooms at $50 are extremely basic. The executive room at $100 was nice and spacious but facilities were average. The bar is lively and locals were very friendly and welcoming. Beer is 1100K for a Carlsberg and food ranged from 3000K upwards. Food was ok, but breakfast was poor. Often things were not available and you had to wait 20mins for an omelette. Filtered coffee often not available. The bedrooms were very clean and staff very helpful. However they had no record of my booking even though I’d received two emails. There was no introduction to the facilities and no information at all in the room. There were numerous electricity blackouts, so although I paid for aircon it didn’t work a lot of the time. WiFi signal was weak and I only got one 250MB voucher and then had to pay. It was hard to catch up on work emails. I was woken at 6am because the shower heating from the room next door was in my room. It’s a good 25 minutes walk into town. It would be useful if they had a basic map in the room and a list of facilities ie when breakfast is available, how to get taxi, cost of airport transfers etc. The pool is nice but had lots of students using it at the weekend and conference guests sitting by it during the week. It was not a good place to relax. Ive paid a lot less for much better facilities elsewhere. They either need to improve certain facilities or drop the price. It is much cheaper if you pay in local currency.
8. Mulanje View Motel
Overall Ratings
3 based on 3 reviews
You get what you pay for
Reviewed By Chieka CI stayed in a single room with an ensuite bathroom; cost me about $8 USD. I was there for three nights. It's very basic. Not the cleanest lodge - there were cockroaches and geckos - but there's plenty of bugs all over Malawi. There's cheap beers at the bar, there's hot water in the shower, and they turn the generator on at night for power so that's good enough for me.
9. Kabumba Hotel
Overall Ratings
2.5 based on 3 reviews
Still being built
Reviewed By Dave TThe hotel is still under construction.... and by the looks of things, it will be a while before it is completed. The staff were very attentive and did their best to make us welcome. The wifi was spotty at best, and the food service was adequate.
10. Mame Motel
Overall Ratings
2.5 based on 3 reviews
Needs service improved
Reviewed By MakanganoWent for a days visit in Mzimba and went here for some snacks. Service was really poor. The waitress was busy on social media on her phone. The waiter didn't understand and know what was on offer for a snack menu. Had to walk to the manager's office to get my order. They need to improve on front office and Restaurant staff customer service.
