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Njaya Lodge

3.0 star property
Nkhata Bay beachfront lodge with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Panoramic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Beach View | In-room safe, free rollaway beds, bed sheets
Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Beach View | Aerial view

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport pick-up service
  • Ferry terminal shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Rollaway/extra beds available (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is $100
includes taxes & fees
$85 per night
Dec 2 - Dec 3

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Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Beach View | Aerial view

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Beach View

Highlights

Balcony
Free rollaway/extra beds
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 398 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Chalet | In-room safe, free rollaway beds, bed sheets

Family Chalet

Highlights

Balcony
Free rollaway/extra beds
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 398 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Panoramic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Beach View | In-room safe, free rollaway beds, bed sheets

Panoramic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Beach View

Highlights

Balcony
Free rollaway/extra beds
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 50 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Chikale Beach, Nkhata Bay

What's nearby

  • Chikale Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ilala Ferry Port - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Museum - 45 min drive - 48.7 km
  • Mzuzu Stadium - 47 min drive - 49.8 km
  • Kande Beach - 76 min drive - 58.7 km

Getting around

  • Mzuzu (ZZU) - 103 min drive
  • Airport pick-up service
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaya Papaya - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sahara Leisures - Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crest View - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Njaya Lodge

Enjoy your visit to Nkhata Bay with a stay at Njaya Lodge. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other features include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 16 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 2:00 PM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • Guests will receive key retrieval information

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Up to 2 children (3 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets stay free

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

  • Airport pickup on request (during limited hours)*
  • Ferry terminal shuttle*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–1:00 PM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Boat tours
  • Pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Safari nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 16 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1993
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - Overlooking the ocean and garden, this restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open 24 hours.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 3 to 10 for adults, and USD 3 to 8 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 170 per vehicle
  • Ferry terminal shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Policies

This property accepts credit cards.

Also known as

Njaya Lodge Nkhata Bay
Njaya Lodge
Njaya Nkhata Bay
Njaya
Njaya Lodge Malawi/Nkhata Bay
Njaya Lodge Lodge
Njaya Lodge Nkhata Bay
Njaya Lodge Lodge Nkhata Bay

Frequently asked questions

Does Njaya Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Njaya Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Njaya Lodge?
Yes, pets stay free.
Is parking offered on site at Njaya Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Njaya Lodge?
Yes, a shuttle from the airport to the hotel is available. The charge is USD 170 per vehicle.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Njaya Lodge?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 2:00 PM.
What is there to do at Njaya Lodge and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as boat tours. Additional recreation nearby includes game viewing and safari tours. Njaya Lodge also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Njaya Lodge?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers alfresco dining, international cuisine, and garden views.
Does Njaya Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Njaya Lodge like?
Njaya Lodge is a short 1-minute walk from Lake Malawi and 15 minutes' walk from Chikale Beach.

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

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.
James, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Mark, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed the scenary of the lake, the rhythm and sound of the lake was soothing Inside the chalet we were in needed a bit of maintenence especially the show tap was a bit rusty. All in all everything else was good.
GRACE, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Chris, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Ian, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Christopher, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Bernadette, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Amazing place
Although a bit run down it was impossible to fall in love with the location. Because we were on our honeymoon l had book the luxury lodge unfortunately we were one day late due to border problems then when we did arrive we were told our lodge had been booked out to others. however, the staff were lovely and after offering us numerous bottles of wine as compensation for the oversight.
Lodges overlooking the lake
Simon, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful cliffside lodge right by the beach
We only planned to stay 2 nights here over Christmas, but the setting, staff and owners were all so nice that we had to extend by two more. Dixon, Gilbert and Kingston are all fantastic characters that really make you feel welcome and add that family vibe. Thanks also to Paul and Collette for making us feel that much more at home. We'll be back for sure.
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

not impressed.
1. booked and paid on website for most expensive rooms. rooms not as advertised. 2. wifi not working. 3. no cold drinks, little ice, could not make a plan to get more ice. 4. credit card machine badly operated by pulling out card while still in operation and immediately pushed it back. sms on my phone as paid, but machine printed declined. had to pay again, and therfore another sms. paid twice? will see if they will refund me?
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place, awesome location,
Would like to keep it a secret, but that wouldn't be fair, a long way north of the airport, but well worth the effort. Highly recommend
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Place was very quiet as it was low season when we stayed. Very helpful staff, friendly atmosphere. Food simple but fine. Would stay again. Good value room, breakfast and coffee a bit overpriced
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great spot next to beach
What a pleasure! We had booked for 1 night but came back for a second. Terrific staff made us extremely welcome. Lovely jubly! . It is a great spot overlooking the lake,which was a good place to swim. Would recommend. Like all Malawi,getting a little tired!
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

オーナー（多分イギリス在住）はきちんとインターネットをチェックしているようで、チェックインはスムーズだった。 　従業員たちが懇切丁寧にもてなしてくれたので満足。ただし料理には期待せぬように。 　場所は眺めが最高。
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Nice view, poor service
Hotel with a lot of potential but unfortunately not much service to go with it. Our room (beach cottage) had a nice view but there was no hot water for our entire stay and we had to deal with plenty of spiders and ants in the room (which can be expected in this part of the world). The internet was down on the first day but it more or less worked afterwards. Obviously, there was no coverage in the room. The food was average at best and they mostly didn't have what was offered on their menu. The price of the food and beverages was ridiculously expensive for the place, so were other services (e.g. laundry). Also, the price of activites offered was more than twice the price of what we paid in another lodge nearby. Plus, the visa machine didn't work so we had to pay in cash. That said, we really enjoyed the beach and our room. The lodge is a bit far from the village and the port (30min walking), but is makes it more like a secret place. Still, the staff were kind...
5-night romance trip
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