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Recommended hotels in Lilongwe

An outdoor patio area with tables and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and stone walls.

1. Sunbird Capital Hotel

Sunbird Capital Hotel
3.5 star property
Lilongwe
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (138 reviews)
"Great staff, good food, great facilities. Reasonable price."
United States
Ricardo
The price is AU$253
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Sunbird Capital Hotel
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.

2. Crossroads Hotel Lilongwe

Crossroads Hotel Lilongwe
3.5 star property
Lilongwe
7.4 out of 10, Good, (101 reviews)
"Excellent staff and breakfast. "
United States
Benjamin
The price is AU$187
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Crossroads Hotel Lilongwe
A poolside area with a stone wall and lush greenery.

3. Woodlands Lilongwe

Woodlands Lilongwe
3.0 star property
Lilongwe
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (59 reviews)
"Woodlands is a comfortable property -- I was there with 8 college students -- with a very welcoming and kind staff. I have stayed there multiple times and rate their restaurant as the best food I have had in Malawi. I look forward to staying there again."
United States
Don
The price is AU$200
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Woodlands Lilongwe
A rustic lodge with a thatched roof, wooden exterior, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

4. Kumbali Country Lodge

Kumbali Country Lodge
3.5 star property
Lilongwe
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (39 reviews)
"Lovely pool and grounds. Very nice friendly ambience. "
Canada
Louise
The price is AU$312
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Kumbali Country Lodge
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

5. Quest Lodges and Safaris

Quest Lodges and Safaris
3.0 star property
Lilongwe
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"It had great rooms and a bathroom. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful."
United States
Mark
The price is AU$60
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Quest Lodges and Safaris
A house with a wooden pergola, a thatched-roof structure, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and flowers.

6. Burley House - Guest House

Burley House - Guest House
3.0 star property
Lilongwe
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (78 reviews)
"Friendly staff, nice communal areas"
United Kingdom
Elaine
The price is AU$178
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Burley House - Guest House
A modern building with a pool, outdoor seating, and a bar area.

7. Latitude 13 Degrees

Latitude 13 Degrees
4.0 star property
Lilongwe
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (124 reviews)
"It was a clean room Staffel very friendly. My only complaint was the Internet was just so so."
United States
Eneya
The price is AU$273
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Latitude 13 Degrees
A garden entrance with a wooden archway, surrounded by various plants and a gravel path.

8. Mitengo House

Mitengo House
3.0 star property
Lilongwe
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Great people, beautiful property"
United States
Thomas
The price is AU$230
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Mitengo House
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a small table, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and garden.

9. Sheila's lodge

Sheila's lodge
3.0 star property
Lilongwe
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (23 reviews)
"Excellent room, delightful and quiet location, breakfast was adequate but limited and service always available."
United States
Simon
The price is AU$110
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Sheila's lodge
A spacious living area with a sofa, a dining table, and a bicycle.

10. Green Elephant

Green Elephant
3.0 star property
Lilongwe
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Pretty, well-kept small hotel in lovely garden. Excellent staff, very clean."
United Kingdom
Julia
The price is AU$239
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Green Elephant
A buffet with various fruits, nuts, and condiments.

11. President Hotel

President Hotel
4.0 star property
Lilongwe
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (153 reviews)
"Hotel staff was friendly and very helpful."
United States
Cameron
The price is AU$379
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
President Hotel
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

12. Annavilla7 Lilongwe Hotel

Annavilla7 Lilongwe Hotel
4.5 star property
Lilongwe
The price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Annavilla7 Lilongwe Hotel
A dining table with two bowls of food, a bottle, and a napkin. In the background, there is a bed with a headboard and a wall with a decorative item.

13. Kaduwa Imperial Hotel

Kaduwa Imperial Hotel
3.0 star property
Lilongwe
The price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Kaduwa Imperial Hotel
A conference room with a wooden table, black office chairs, and a black trash bin.

14. Capital Suites Lodges

Capital Suites Lodges
3.0 star property
Lilongwe
The price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Capital Suites Lodges
A house with a swimming pool, stone walls, and a red-tiled roof.

15. Africa House Malawi

Africa House Malawi
3.0 star property
Lilongwe
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"From the pick up at 0130AM from the airport to the warm reception once I woke, to the food and garden, clean rooms and pool, this is the perfect place to fight some jet lag and have as home base… I kept extending .. just couldn’t leave .. definitely a jewel in the Malawi crown and the epitome of “Warm Heart” hospitality!"
United States
Stanley
The price is AU$200
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Africa House Malawi
A neatly made bed with a green throw blanket and pillows, two bedside tables with lamps, and a tiled floor.

16. Riverside Apartments

Riverside Apartments
3.0 star property
Lilongwe
The price is AU$118
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Riverside Apartments
A man standing in front of a building with large glass windows and a chandelier.

17. Simama Hotel

Simama Hotel
4.0 star property
Lilongwe
6.6 out of 10, (29 reviews)
"A nice hotel in the heart of Lilongwe. Stay was helpful and friendly. Hallway needed cleaning. Rooms were clean and bed comfortable."
United States
glen
The price is AU$103
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Simama Hotel
A staircase with a metal railing, leading to a landing area with a picture on the wall.

18. Bridgeview Hotel & Conference Centre

Bridgeview Hotel & Conference Centre
3.0 star property
Lilongwe
7.6 out of 10, Good, (75 reviews)
"Nice location and very friendly staff. Outstanding breakfast. "
United States
E
The price is AU$99
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Bridgeview Hotel & Conference Centre
A modern living room with two sofas, a rug, and a chandelier.

19. Sigma Court Apartments

Sigma Court Apartments
4.5 star property
Lilongwe
The price is AU$68
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Sigma Court Apartments
A rock fountain with water cascading down, surrounded by lush greenery and potted plants.

20. Riverside Hotel and Conference Centre

Riverside Hotel and Conference Centre
3.5 star property
Lilongwe
5.4 out of 10, (13 reviews)
"This looks like a brother. I had to book another hotel and left. It’s not clean and the photos do not reflect the actual condition of this hotel"
United Kingdom
Anonymous traveller
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Riverside Hotel and Conference Centre
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Top Lilongwe Hotel Reviews

Green Elephant

Green Elephant

8/10 Good
"Nice place, very nice rooms and peaceful environment, they do sting you on the honesty bar though. No Prices displayed but a glass of wine cost as much as a bottle"
Simon 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Green Elephant

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Lilongwe Hostels information

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Lilongwe?
If you're trying to find reasonable accommodation in Lilongwe, you may like this popular choice: Latitude 13 Degrees - Property features at this guest house include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Lilongwe?
Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually October and November, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are July and June, with an average of 18°C. The rainiest months in Lilongwe are January, February, December and March, with each month seeing an average of 213 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Lilongwe?
Depending on what you're interested in, you might appreciate some places near Lilongwe. Get out into nature with places such as National Herbarium and Botanic Gardens of Malawi and Four Seasons. Locals like to shop at Old Town Mall and Lilongwe City Mall. Additional attractions include Bingu National Stadium, Parliament Building and Kamuzu Mausoleum.
What's the best way to get to and around Lilongwe while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Lilongwe on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Lilongwe (LLW-Kamuzu Intl.), 12.6 mi (20.3 km) away from the city centre.