Thumbi View Lodge

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Scored 7.9
Rated good

Excellent location!

9.3

Property highlights

About this property

Beachfront Location: Thumbi View Lodge in Cape Maclear offers a private beach area and direct beachfront access. Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the lush garden, enjoying stunning lake views. Comfortable Accommodations: The guest house features family rooms with private entrances, walk-in showers, and wardrobes. Each room includes a patio or balcony, ensuring a pleasant stay. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves African, Indian, American, Italian, Mexican, local, and international cuisines. Breakfast options include continental, American, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Leisure Facilities: Guests can enjoy a year-round outdoor swimming pool, outdoor fireplace, games room, and picnic area. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Convenient Location: Lilongwe International Airport is 146 mi away, providing easy access for travelers.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Bar
  • Private beach area

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
2 twin beds
1 king bed
and
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
2 twin beds
1 full bed
1 bunk bed
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Andrea
Canada Canada
“The location was perfect! They had everything you needed to make for a relaxing weekend! Lots of areas to lounge by the pool and enjoy a relaxing drink or good book.”
Chumpa85
Brazil Brazil
“It is one of the best places I've stayed in Malawi and in Africa in general. What a beautiful place with delicious food, nice and helpful personnel. The bed in the dorm is comfy. The most beautiful sunsets in Malawi are here.”
Mr
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Fantastic lake views from lodge Lovely chill out zone on lake front Well-stocked bar Good on-site restaurant”
Anna
United States United States
“Wonderful staff, beautiful outlook, rooms with fans, good water pressure in the shower.”
Conor
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The view is simply perfect from the hotel. Sunset over Lake Malawi is the stuff of dreams. Terrace and pool could be sat at all day. Reading and lazing about and cheap drinks on tap. Evening meals were good value home cooking. Breakfast was...”
Shiri
Israel Israel
“the room was great, super nice bed, great hot shower, good food, nice pool and best location!”
Paul
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful location right on the shores of Lake Malawi. Staff all very helpful and friendly. Delicious breakfast and meals. Quiet and relaxing. Sunset cruise amazing and worth doing. Lovely pool to cool down.”
Ga
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful property by the lake - amazing to watch the sunset every evening. Good breakfast included within price of the room. The lakeside private room had good hot showers.”
Alexandre
Luxembourg Luxembourg
“Really relaxing location, wonderful place to lean back and enjoy the view it offers. Great food, too!”
Marthie
South Africa South Africa
“Everything! The extra mile that the owners will do to help in anyway is a big plus!!! The friendly staff , the lovely food ! The stunning view! The scuba And the beautiful fish Eagles 🦅!!! What a beautiful sight!!!”

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Company review score: 9Based on 188 reviews from 1 property
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Company info

Swim with the fabulous Malawi cichlids, snorkel, kayak, scuba dive, island boat trips, sunset cruises, hiking trails and the most amazing sunsets are all on offer. Or relax on a beach lounger, keeping on touch with friends back home on Wi-Fi that covers the whole lodge, or have a drink in the bar whilst watching your favourite team win via satellite televisions

Property info

In Cape Maclear the sparkling lake and the beauty of the surrounding Mountains all combine to make Thumbi view lodge a dream destination. Have an ice cold drink in our pool whilst watching the most amazing sunset, do see it from our catamaran sailing around the island. Kayak rentals, hiking trails, boat cruises, lounging on the beach, just to mention some of the things to do. All our rooms are en-suite, even the dorms!

Neighborhood info

Come experience life in the small fishing village, also know as Chembe village.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    African • American • Indian • Italian • Mexican • Local • International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Thumbi View Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Accepted payment methods
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Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Thumbi View Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.