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Top 10 Hotels Near Lake Malawi

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$1,638
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Kaya Mawa
Njaya Lodge
On the beach
Njaya Lodge
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (15)
"Pleasant lakeside cabins; very responsive staff; good prices; fantastic views of the lake. Beach consists of rocks; access road poor; located in a village which can be noisy. Owner very pleasant and accommodating. Clean, and would stay again, but not appropriate for a "luxury" lakeside stay."
The price is S$134
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Njaya Lodge
Ndau Lodge
On the beach, beach bar
Ndau Lodge
4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"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. "
The price is S$61
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Ndau Lodge
Soul Rebel
Restaurant
Soul Rebel
2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2)
"The new one looks good easy to use"
The price is S$57
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Soul Rebel
Sunbird Chintheche Inn
Outdoor pool
Sunbird Chintheche Inn
3.0 star property
4.0 out of 10, (2)
"Very terrible experience. Hotels.Com deducted the payment and yet Sunbird Chintheche didn't get the payment. I had to make the payment again. Now trying to process refund from Hotels. Com"
The price is S$145
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Sunbird Chintheche Inn
Rafiki Safari Camp
Lake
Rafiki Safari Camp
2.5 star property
The price is S$255
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Rafiki Safari Camp
PIck n Pay Resort Nkhotakota
Front of property
PIck n Pay Resort Nkhotakota
3.0 star property
2.0 out of 10, (2)
The price is S$27
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
PIck n Pay Resort Nkhotakota
Sunbird Waterfront
Terrace/patio
Sunbird Waterfront
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (13)
"The Sunbird waterfront is a very nice modern property with very well appointed rooms. The restaurant is good – breakfast is very good. Staff are friendly and polite. I was disappointed by the lack of a tourist activity program, and very ad hoc approach to this. Some of the prices I was quoted for boat, rides, or other accompanied activities were ridiculous. I think part of this that probably not many international guests stay there. The other annoyance was the noise levels at night. On the...
The price is S$461
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Sunbird Waterfront
Sunbird Livingstonia Beach Hotel
Blackout curtains, bed sheets
Sunbird Livingstonia Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (47)
"Nice restaurant with great views of the lake Good service Well maintained gardens Limited menu Rather isolated location Really poor wifi service "
The price is S$240
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Sunbird Livingstonia Beach Hotel
Safari Beach Lodge
Beach bar
Safari Beach Lodge
3.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (7)
"Beautiful place, super friendly staff, great views and pleasant little private beach. Definitely recommend it!"
The price is S$157
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Safari Beach Lodge
Lakeside Hotel
Outdoor pool
Lakeside Hotel
3.0 star property
6.6 out of 10, (9)
"The lake view is nice. The water is very high right now and so there is no beachfront (which is reportedly the case at most properties). Unfortunately, my room had no hot water (though they tried to turn it on??) and the wifi might as well be nonexistent. The Indian menu options at the restaurant are very tasty, however. Expectations should be kept in check."
The price is S$121
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Lakeside Hotel
Blue Waters by Serendib
Property entrance
Blue Waters by Serendib
3.5 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (15)
"Stayed here for one night , it was hot season and the rooms were very stuffy air con was effective and room was tired with old windows and broken toilet and sink. Staff were extremely helpful and made up for the difference."
The price is S$208
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Blue Waters by Serendib
Kambiri Beach By Serendib
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
Kambiri Beach By Serendib
4.5 star property
6.6 out of 10, (4)
"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. "
The price is S$188
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Kambiri Beach By Serendib
Mgoza Lodge
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Mgoza Lodge
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (28)
"I loved this little place, thought it was the prettiest and most charming along the beach. Having a bar and restaurant onsite was definitely a bonus. The staff are lovely and I would really recommend doing the sunset boat trip with snorkeling and eagle feeding. Overall excellent value, so much so that we thought we were undercharged for all our food and drink!"
The price is S$87
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Mgoza Lodge
Nkhudzi Beach Lodge
Terrace/patio
Nkhudzi Beach Lodge
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6)
"bird watching location"
The price is S$39
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Nkhudzi Beach Lodge
Mpale Cultural Village
Exterior
Mpale Cultural Village
3.0 star property
The price is S$134
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Mpale Cultural Village
LAKE NYASA RESORT & CAMPSITE
Living area
LAKE NYASA RESORT & CAMPSITE
3.0 star property
The price is S$81
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
LAKE NYASA RESORT & CAMPSITE
Landmark Hotel Matema Beach
Outdoor pool
Landmark Hotel Matema Beach
The price is S$107
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Landmark Hotel Matema Beach
PALAZZO GARDEN RESORT MATEMA
Exterior
PALAZZO GARDEN RESORT MATEMA
3.0 star property
The price is S$60
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
PALAZZO GARDEN RESORT MATEMA
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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 Mango Drift Lodge - Hostel.

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.