Malawi
This comfortable hotel has a small African-style lounge with mountain views, a tempting swimming pool and a food court. The 73 rooms are decent, with DSTV…
Must-see hotels in Zambia, Malawi & Mozambique
Malawi
Sometimes known as Nick's Place, Wakwenda, smack bang on a postcard-perfect beach, is utter chill-out material. The bar occupies an outcrop of rocks by…
Zambia
One of several places catering to independent travellers along this stretch of the river, Croc Valley offers great options. In a sprawling compound set…
Lusaka
The grassy campsite here, shaded by big trees, is popular with overlanding groups. The security is good, while the swimming pool and bar (which sells…
Malawi
Another spotless addition to the Sunbird portfolio, Mount Soche boasts spick-and-span, international-style rooms – somewhat on the small side – in the…
Northern Mozambique
One of Ibo's stalwarts, Miwiri reflects the island's magical atmosphere. Its lush walled garden is a popular place for people to hang for drinks, food,…
Malawi
Set in terraced gardens bursting with frangipanis and palms, with manicured lawns tumbling down to the spearmint water, Njaya has a range of accommodation…
Zambia
This spacious, secluded spot about 5km southwest of Mfuwe village is popular with both overland groups and independent travellers. There are nine simple…
Livingstone
Hippos, hammocks and harmony. On a lush island with sandy beaches in the middle of the Zambezi River, around 50km from Livingstone, Jungle Junction…
Zambia
A kilometre from the town of Sinazongwe, Lakeview Lodge has comfortable chalets with ceiling fans and a secluded terrace overlooking the lake and verdant…
Zambia
Lake Tanganyika's most popular all-round choice is this South African–managed resort fronted by a pure white sandy beach. Undoubtedly the best pick here…
Malawi
Enabling visitors on a budget to stay in the reserve and fully immerse themselves in the wildlife-viewing activities, this campground has shady places to…
Malawi
Hidden down a dirt road off Michiru Rd, on the crest of a hill northwest of the city centre, friendly Kabula enjoys peace aplenty and scenic mountain…
Lilongwe
Lilongwe’s liveliest backpacker spot buzzes with a mix of travellers, overlanders and volunteers relaxing by the pool and in the large, shady gardens…
Malawi
At the foot of the mountain in lakeside Chitimba, this beach camp is an excellent launch pad for tackling the ascent to Livingstonia. The whitewashed…
Malawi
Easily the city's plushest digs, this large hotel in imposing grounds has huge rooms with deep-pile carpet, flat-screen DSTV, fridge and views of Mzuzu's…
Malawi
Popular with the aid-work fraternity, these pleasantly decorated rooms with mozzie nets and bright bedspreads are hidden away in a suburban house. Choose…
Zambia
With a commanding hilltop location with lush gardens (home to some roaming zebra) and lake views, this hotel has relatively luxurious rooms (some with…
Zambia
The longest-standing lodge in town is definitely geared towards the domestic traveller and conference groups. Lacking in charm, rooms come with cable TV…
Malawi
Perfectly situated by the giant boulders that bookend the golden stretch of beach, this campsite is owned by Sunbird Hotels and benefits from its premier…
Lilongwe
Set in 6.5 hectares of lush gardens, Barefoot makes for a quieter alternative to the city centre. There are six nicely finished chalets with private…
Lusaka
Deservedly popular with in-the-know expats and a coterie of international business and government types, the Southern Sun is a no-brainer for those…
Malawi
This flashpacker-style place has well-maintained rooms and six-bed dorms with fans, opening onto a long veranda dotted with wicker chairs, and self…
Northern Mozambique
The former Girassol hotel (the company recently rebranded as 'Montebelo'), this place remains Lichinga’s most upmarket option and one of the few places in…
Northern Mozambique
Ruby's has clean dormitories and a couple of private doubles. There's hot water, a self-catering kitchen and a small bar selling snacks and cakes. (There…
Malawi
The CCAP (Church of Central Africa Presbyterian) Mission, after the Likhubula gate, has cosy rooms, four- and 12-bed dorms, and one- and two-bedroom self…
Malawi
This German-run lodge offers 10 simple garden rooms, each with mozzie net, fan and private veranda overlooking the lake, and a six-bed dorm next to 200m…
Malawi
On a quiet stretch of beach in well-tended gardens, these high-ceilinged thatch rooms are full of African flair behind their oxblood exterior; each has a…
Mozambique
If you can handle the slightly out-of-town setting (which has its advantages in hot, hectic Tete), this Tete institution is an excellent option, set off…
Pemba
This tranquil spot along the extension of the Wimbi Beach road has 10 clean, spacious rooms – with hot water, air-con, satellite TV, mini fridge and…
Lusaka
This upmarket and peaceful guesthouse is one of the best in Lusaka, with only a handful of snug en-suite rooms. It used to be a farm and today the…
Mozambique
On the main street in the lower part of town, this pension is the place in Gurúè, not just for its simple, comfortable rooms but also for its affiliated…
Mozambique
Tete's newest hotel is a large, business-like affair with modern, functional rooms, well-manicured grounds and a few bells and whistles – the gym and spa…
Malawi
This historical two-bedroom cottage sleeps six and comes with a living room complete with cooking fireplace. There are two single beds and two bunks. It’s…
Lilongwe
This five-star Peermont hotel offers an air-conditioned welcome in its Wild Orchid bar-restaurant and reception decorated with cute model cars. It soars…
Zambia
Along the main road in the centre of town is this charming guesthouse that's the best in Serenje. Opening out onto the leafy courtyard are a number of…
Pemba
Built around a huge, ancient baobab tree (into which you can climb and have breakfast in an improvised treehouse), Pieter's Place has an amiable African…
Mozambique
If you really want to get under the skin of this isolated Shona community (and directly support it), you can stay in a local village at Casa Mutombombwe,…
Malawi
Part of a non-profit NGO, these simple rooms open onto little terraces with cane chairs bedecked with colourful cushions, overlooking a leafy garden at…
Malawi
This backpacker hit has shaded pitches right on the beach, a spotless ablution block, and a cool cafe-bar with a covered dining area ringed by pot plants…
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