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Soul Rebel Lodge & Backpackers

Nkhata Bay

Situated in Nkhata Bay, 11 km from Vizara Rubber Plantations Malawi, Soul Rebel Lodge & Backpackers features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the various facilities of this property are a bar, a private beach area and barbecue facilities. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and free WiFi. Amazing lodge by the magnificent lake. All that beauty of nature, landscape and all going genuine Malawian life to get reached by stepping out of chalet’s door. We had also great adventure with boss Liam to the mountain nearby.

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9.3
Superb
38 reviews
Price from
£10
per night

Thumbi View Lodge

Cape Maclear

Thumbi View Lodge offers pet-friendly accommodation in Cape Maclear. Cape Maclear Scuba Diving Centre is on site. Free private parking is available on site.

The property has a long private beach area with sun loungers . Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including snorkelling, diving, hiking trails, kayaking and sun set cruises. Superb location right on the beach with a nice small pool. Very friendly staff and nice bar with good meals. I really enjoyed my three day stay at Thumbi View. Large comfortable bed with mosquito netting and lots of hot water and big thick towels! The village is quite small with a few lodges and restaurants and shops but everything you need is here. Went out to a local bar with a pool table one night which was full of locals and very friendly with great Malawian music playing. I will definitely be back.

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8.5
Very good
124 reviews
Price from
£13
per night

Main Stream Beach Villa

Senga

Activities such as snorkelling, fishing, walking tours can be enjoyed in the surroundings, and guests can relax along the beachfront. The accommodation features a children's playground and a picnic area. I've now been to Main Stream Beach Villa several times this year and today I want to highlight what is probably the best meal I've had at the lake - their grilled butterfish!

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8.1
Very good
17 reviews
Price from
£31
per night

Kuwona Cottage

Senga

Located 21 km from Kuti Game Ranch in Senga and 100 metres from Salima Technical College, this air-conditioned holiday home features a barbecue and free private parking. It has its own private beach and stunning views of Lake Malawi. Location location location! Private beach & great staff.

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8.7
Fabulous
6 reviews
Price from
£197
per night

Escapes

Cape Maclear

Escapes is located in Cape Maclear. This holiday home features a private pool, barbecue facilities and free private parking. The holiday home also offers facilities for disabled guests.

The spacious holiday home is located on the ground floor and comes with 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a microwave and a toaster. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the lake views. The holiday home offers bed linen, towels and laundry service.

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8
Very good
1 reviews
Price from
£303
per night

Sunbird Chintheche

Nkhata Bay

Located in Nkhata Bay, 30 km from Vizara Rubber Plantations Malawi, Sunbird Chintheche provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. The hotel has a terrace and lake views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. The people are amazing and very friendly. The food was amazing and always served timely.

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6.7
Review score
10 reviews
Price from
£78
per night

Blue Waters by Serendib 4 stars

Senga

Located in Senga, 32 km from Kuti Game Ranch, Blue Waters by Serendib provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Featuring a concierge service, this property also provides guests with an outdoor pool. The accommodation features room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. Chief was very good and polite. management was very good. food was awesome

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7.7
Good
23 reviews
Price from
£88
per night

Safari Beach Lodge 1 stars

Senga

Set in Senga, Safari Beach Lodge offers accommodation with a year-round outdoor pool, free WiFi, a garden and a shared lounge.

A terrace is available on site and canoeing can be enjoyed within close proximity of Safari Beach Lodge. A fabulous, friendly, comfortable break after a busy week

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7.4
Good
59 reviews
Price from
£78
per night

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