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Our top choices for Lake Malawi hotels

Njaya Lodge

Njaya Lodge
3.0 star property
45.5 km from Lake Malawi
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!"
United States
Timothy
The price is Rp637.506
Rp749.070 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Njaya Lodge

Ndau Lodge

Ndau Lodge
4.0 star property
45.3 km from Lake Malawi
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. "
Canada
Crystal
Ndau Lodge

Blue Waters by Serendib

Blue Waters by Serendib
3.5 star property
200.6 km from Lake Malawi
6.8 out of 10, (17)
"Food"
United States
Patrick
Blue Waters by Serendib

Kaya Mawa

Kaya Mawa
3.5 star property
25.9 km from Lake Malawi
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."
Brazil
newton
The price is Rp17.283.506
Rp20.308.120 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Kaya Mawa

Lakeside Hotel

Lakeside Hotel
3.0 star property
196.4 km from Lake Malawi
6.2 out of 10, (11)
"Just a one nighter on our journey south. We enjoyed lakeside rooms and a spectacular sunrise. No mosquito nets...? Friendly staff doing their best in difficult conditions."
United Kingdom
JUSTIN
Lakeside Hotel

Kambiri Beach By Serendib

Kambiri Beach By Serendib
4.5 star property
200.4 km from Lake Malawi
5.8 out of 10, (6)
"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. "
United States
LUCY
Kambiri Beach By Serendib

Soul Rebel

Soul Rebel
2.0 star property
47.4 km from Lake Malawi
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. "
South Africa
Claude Jerome
Soul Rebel

Mpale Cultural Village

Mpale Cultural Village
3.0 star property
264.8 km from Lake Malawi
6.0 out of 10, (1)
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United States
lizzie
Mpale Cultural Village

Safari Beach Lodge

Safari Beach Lodge
3.0 star property
193 km from Lake Malawi
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (12)
"Beautiful place!!!"
United States
Trudy
The price is Rp1.721.196
Rp2.022.323 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Safari Beach Lodge

PIck n Pay Resort Nkhotakota

PIck n Pay Resort Nkhotakota
3.0 star property
109 km from Lake Malawi
2.0 out of 10, (2)
PIck n Pay Resort Nkhotakota

Nkhudzi Beach Lodge

Nkhudzi Beach Lodge
2.5 star property
249.8 km from Lake Malawi
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (7)
"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! "
Australia
Morgan
The price is Rp408.004
Rp479.405 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Nkhudzi Beach Lodge

Main Stream Beach Villa

Main Stream Beach Villa
3.0 star property
199.6 km from Lake Malawi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"A more affordable option in Senga Bay, but still a very nice place in its own right. Much more personable than the more anonymous, bigger hotels. Super friendly staff and owner, great breakfast (with coffee!) and a big room with AC."
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is Rp367.204
Rp431.465 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Main Stream Beach Villa

Joma Adventure Lodge

Joma Adventure Lodge
4.0 star property
189.5 km from Lake Malawi
Joma Adventure Lodge

Blissful lily lodge

Blissful lily lodge
4.0 star property
199.3 km from Lake Malawi
The price is Rp582.610
Rp684.567 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Blissful lily lodge

Silver Sands Holiday Resort

Silver Sands Holiday Resort
3.0 star property
204.8 km from Lake Malawi
The price is Rp1.547.745
Rp1.818.600 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Silver Sands Holiday Resort

Capricorn by Quest

Capricorn by Quest
3.5 star property
231 km from Lake Malawi
The price is Rp1.147.575
Rp1.739.582 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Capricorn by Quest

PALAZZO GARDEN RESORT MATEMA

PALAZZO GARDEN RESORT MATEMA
3.0 star property
281.5 km from Lake Malawi
The price is Rp624.938
Rp743.676 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
PALAZZO GARDEN RESORT MATEMA

LAKE NYASA RESORT & CAMPSITE

LAKE NYASA RESORT & CAMPSITE
3.0 star property
280.4 km from Lake Malawi
The price is Rp699.412
Rp832.300 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
LAKE NYASA RESORT & CAMPSITE

Sunbird Nkopola Lodge

Sunbird Nkopola Lodge
4.5 star property
267.7 km from Lake Malawi
7.2 out of 10, Good, (26)
"Nkopola is beautiful only we didnt have to stay there. Expedia cancelled our booking the day we were meant to check in. We are very disappointed. Left us stranded. We rmailed to be refunded no reponse up to now."
United Kingdom
Rhita
The price is Rp2.833.362
Rp3.329.201 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Sunbird Nkopola Lodge
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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 Grand Palace Hotel.
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.