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Our top choices for Lake Malawi hotels

Private beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
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 AED 3,813
AED 4,481 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Kaya Mawa
Outdoor pool
Sunbird Chintheche Inn

Sunbird Chintheche Inn

3.0 star property
38.7 km from Lake Malawi
7.2 out of 10, Good, (5)
"A dated property that requires some attention in the rooms, bathroom needs updating. Outdoor is kept clean and neat gardens Lake Malawi views from the rooms was a bonus! Very friendly staff "
United Kingdom
Anisha
Sunbird Chintheche Inn
Front of property
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
Restaurant
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
Terrace/patio
Rafiki Safari Camp

Rafiki Safari Camp

2.5 star property
98.4 km from Lake Malawi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Bestes Essen und tolles Personal"
Germany
Claudia
The price is AED 579
AED 683 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 January 2026
Rafiki Safari Camp
Garden
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
Beach bar
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 AED 380
AED 446 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Safari Beach Lodge
Restaurant
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
Outdoor pool
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
Front of property
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 traveler
The price is AED 81
AED 95 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Main Stream Beach Villa
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers
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
Exterior
Joma Adventure Lodge

Joma Adventure Lodge

4.0 star property
189.5 km from Lake Malawi
Joma Adventure Lodge
Terrace/patio
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 AED 90
AED 106 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Nkhudzi Beach Lodge
Family Quadruple Room, Balcony | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Blissful lily lodge

Blissful lily lodge

4.0 star property
199.3 km from Lake Malawi
The price is AED 125
AED 148 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Blissful lily lodge
Exterior
Silver Sands Holiday Resort

Silver Sands Holiday Resort

3.0 star property
204.8 km from Lake Malawi
The price is AED 333
AED 393 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Silver Sands Holiday Resort
Deluxe House, Lake View | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Capricorn by Quest

Capricorn by Quest

3.5 star property
231 km from Lake Malawi
The price is AED 253
AED 384 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Capricorn by Quest
Exterior
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
Front of property
LAKE NYASA RESORT & CAMPSITE

LAKE NYASA RESORT & CAMPSITE

3.0 star property
280.4 km from Lake Malawi
The price is AED 150
AED 180 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
LAKE NYASA RESORT & CAMPSITE
Exterior
PALAZZO GARDEN RESORT MATEMA

PALAZZO GARDEN RESORT MATEMA

3.0 star property
281.5 km from Lake Malawi
The price is AED 138
AED 164 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
PALAZZO GARDEN RESORT MATEMA
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Top Lake Malawi Hotel Reviews

Sunbird Chintheche Inn

Sunbird Chintheche Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Beverages needs to be added as there's no options."
Kasambala 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Sunbird Chintheche Inn

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. Travelers 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 traveler 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 in 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 as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Lake Malawi.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Lake Malawi?
To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Lake Malawi, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.