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Top 10 Hotels Near Lake Malawi

Kambiri Beach By Serendib
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine

Kambiri Beach By Serendib

3.5 star property
6.0 out of 10, (5)
"Ok but tired. Called a beach resort but rooms are a long way from the lake and you can’t see it. Beach not maintained as other local properties do and no amenities eg seats/loungers. "
Kambiri Beach By Serendib
Ulisa Bay Lodge
Lake view

Ulisa Bay Lodge

3.0 star property
Ulisa Bay Lodge
Kaya Mawa
Private beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Kaya Mawa

3.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"lugar isolado com todo conforto, bangalós isolados e com privacidade, lugar maravilhoso,serviço impecavel e atendimento 5 estrelas, a comida é feita por um chef ,lugar de descanso e paz, o lago é perfeito para nadar e esportes nauticos oferecidos como caiaque,stand up, esqui aquático, mergulhos."
The price is S$1,539
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Kaya Mawa
PIck n Pay Resort Nkhotakota
Garden

PIck n Pay Resort Nkhotakota

3.0 star property
2.0 out of 10, (2)
PIck n Pay Resort Nkhotakota
Njaya Lodge
On the beach

Njaya Lodge

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (18)
"As previous reviews indicate, this is a wonderful setting, rivalling a Greek Island or even the Amalfi Coast in Italy. Beautiful view and accommodations. Very warm and friendly staff. Good food with many choices. Good hot water even with Solar. Would have liked internet access in the room and perhaps a little more attention to timely food delivery. We had a delightful stay!"
The price is S$70
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Njaya Lodge
Ndau Lodge
Front of property

Ndau Lodge

4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"Beautiful, quiet property. The staff were extremely accommodating. The food was delicious (I recommend the spaghetti bolognese!). It is about a 25 minute walk to downtown which wasn’t a problem for us. "
Ndau Lodge
Silver Sands Holiday Resort
Exterior

Silver Sands Holiday Resort

3.0 star property
The price is S$138
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Silver Sands Holiday Resort
Quest Lodges and Safaris
Exterior

Quest Lodges and Safaris

4.0 star property
The price is S$40
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Quest Lodges and Safaris
Capricorn by Quest
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Capricorn by Quest

3.5 star property
The price is S$135
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Capricorn by Quest
LAKE NYASA RESORT & CAMPSITE
Front of property

LAKE NYASA RESORT & CAMPSITE

3.0 star property
The price is S$63
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
LAKE NYASA RESORT & CAMPSITE
PALAZZO GARDEN RESORT MATEMA
Exterior

PALAZZO GARDEN RESORT MATEMA

3.0 star property
The price is S$58
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
PALAZZO GARDEN RESORT MATEMA
Soul Rebel
Restaurant

Soul Rebel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2)
"The property is has the benefit of a fantastic location, good staff and good catering provision. Structurally, accommodations provide a bare minimum, sparsely maintained buildings with poor logistical infrastructure getting to the rooms. "
Soul Rebel
Rafiki Safari Camp
Terrace/patio

Rafiki Safari Camp

2.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Bestes Essen und tolles Personal"
The price is S$270
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Rafiki Safari Camp
Safari Beach Lodge
Beach bar

Safari Beach Lodge

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (12)
"Beautiful place!!!"
The price is S$156
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Safari Beach Lodge
Sunbird Livingstonia Beach Hotel
Premium bedding, blackout curtains, bed sheets

Sunbird Livingstonia Beach Hotel

3.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (52)
"Waterfront offera a very neat rooms that are facing direct to the beach."
The price is S$247
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Sunbird Livingstonia Beach Hotel
Blue Waters by Serendib
Terrace/patio

Blue Waters by Serendib

3.5 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (16)
"Most amazing stuff, they need to work on the bar and menu options and prices. Most of the liquor was more than half the price of the bigger lodge next door "
Blue Waters by Serendib
Mgoza Lodge
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Mgoza Lodge

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (35)
"Very attentive staff. Very nice location!"
The price is S$84
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Mgoza Lodge
Nkhudzi Beach Lodge
Terrace/patio

Nkhudzi Beach Lodge

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6)
"Nkhudzi lodge surpassed all expectations. The location was perfect, the food was delicious, the staff were attentive and friendly and the drinks were always cold. Have never seen a more beautiful setting. Simple, relaxing and homely. We will definitely come back... soon I hope! "
The price is S$37
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Nkhudzi Beach Lodge
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Top Lake Malawi Hotel Reviews

Njaya Lodge

Njaya Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"As previous reviews indicate, this is a wonderful setting, rivalling a Greek Island or even the Amalfi Coast in Italy. Beautiful view and accommodations. Very warm and friendly staff. Good food with many choices. Good hot water even with Solar. Would have liked internet access in the room and perhaps a little more attention to timely food delivery. We had a delightful stay!"
Timothy 3-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Njaya Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Malawi?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit Lake Malawi, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. Travellers like the surrounding area for its ecotours and kitesurfing.

What's the best place to stay close to Lake Malawi?

Kaya Mawa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this lodge offers a private beach and free breakfast. You'll find it 16.1 mi (25.9 km) from Lake Malawi. Other good options around the area include Ulisa Bay Lodge and Njaya Lodge.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Malawi, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Lake Malawi.