Villa 33

3.0 star property
Suburban guesthouse with a full-service spa and free breakfast

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Standard Double Room | View from room
Billiards
Breakfast served, alfresco dining
Garden

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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39 Chilomoni Ring Road, Blantyre
  • Place, Mandala House
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, CCAP Church
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, The Way of the Cross/ Njira ya Mtanda
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Blantyre (BLZ-Chileka Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Blantyre

Located 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Mandala House, Villa 33 is within a 10-minute drive of St. Michael and All Angel's Church. This 3-star guesthouse has 5 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, a full-service spa, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Mandala House - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • CCAP Church - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • St. Michael and All Angel's Church - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • The Way of the Cross/ Njira ya Mtanda - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Carlsberg Brewery - 8 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Blantyre (BLZ-Chileka Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Elly B's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Superior Food Market - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hostaria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Megabite Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Villa 33

Suburban guesthouse with a full-service spa and free breakfast
Guests staying at Villa 33 enjoy access to a full-service spa, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 25 per vehicle one way. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this spa guesthouse include conference space, a seasonal outdoor pool, and free newspapers.
For entertainment, guests can expect to find TVs. Furnished balconies or patios, private yards, and coffee makers are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the guesthouse's full-service spa, Iketle Spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 377 square feet of conference space
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

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
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25 per vehicle (one way)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from February 01 to December 20.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Villa 33
Villa 33 Blantyre
Villa 33 House Blantyre
Villa 33 Guesthouse Blantyre
Villa 33 Guesthouse
Villa 33 Blantyre
Villa 33 Guesthouse
Villa 33 Guesthouse Blantyre

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Villa 33?

Villa 33 offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see close to Villa 33?

This guesthouse is located in Blantyre, close to Mandala House, Museum of Malawi, and The Way of the Cross/ Njira ya Mtanda. You'll also find Carlsberg Brewery and Kamazu Stadium within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Villa 33?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa at Villa 33?

Iketle Spa is the guesthouse's full-service spa and services include deep-tissue massages.

Does Villa 33 feature a casino on the premises?

No, Villa 33 doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Villa 33?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool will be open from February 01 until December 20.

What do couples enjoy most about Villa 33?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this guesthouse, including a bar, a restaurant with al fresco dining, and a full-service spa.

Are there hot tubs at Villa 33?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Villa 33 feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Villa 33 serves free cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Will Villa 33 allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Villa 33 though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Villa 33?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Villa 33?

The closest major airport to Villa 33 is Blantyre (BLZ-Chileka Intl.), which is 8.4 mi away (42 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Villa 33?

Yes, every accommodation at Villa 33 comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring garden views.

Villa 33 Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Last night, in Malawi prior to early am flight

Staff helpful throughout. Small on site restaurant with helpful service. Breakfast, coooked to perfection in short time scale before departure.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Sohan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good little stopover

Good place for a short stay - esp when getting to Blantyre airport in the morning. If doing that then book the taxi through the hotel - it's cheaper than Uber - about £25 GBP one way. Food was pretty good and room was comfortable enough - and though no AC in room - just a fan - it wasn't so hot at the time I was there - so not a major problem. Staff friendly and helpful. Good value for teh price. I will be staying there again, no doubt.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Decent place to stay for a night or two

Villa 33 is a basic, clean and friendly place. Nothing fancy, but a good place to stay for a few nights.

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

6/10 Okay

Zalophus, San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good value

No a/c, but fan in room. Power and therefore wifi and tv intermittent. Breakfast included and quite good. Dinner was also good, but beer not chilled enough for my tastes. Lunch was very limited and very basic. Ice cream was surprisingly good. Nice and helpful staff. Quiet and seems secure. Half hour+ from airport. I'd stay there again.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

pleasant, tranquil and comfortable

had a few days stopover, lovely attentive staff. easily accessible public transport into the city.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Quiet place to stay

We were pleased with the Villa 33. The room saw not new but comfortable. Bed was a bit hard, but over all it was OK, especially for th eprice.

10/10 Excellent

Rachael, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel, amazing food and staff

Very friendly and helpful staff. Delicious food! On my first night I found the mattress a little hard and the manager was very helpful moving me to another room the next day, which was very comfortable.

4/10 Poor

prem, Sandton

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Blantyre visit

Hotel was hard to find, no Air conditioning, no phone in room.. Toilets and bathroom were in very bad condition. Done mistake by booking and paying in advance. One not deserve that condition after paying 80 USD

10/10 Excellent

SimonF, Derby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great home from home

Friendly service, comfortable rooms, really good food, and working wi-fi. Great place to stay while on a work trip.

10/10 Excellent

Simon Parker, Manchester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Outstanding

We recommend Villa 33 without reservation! Excellent service, friendly staff (typical Malawi) and beautiful surroundings. A wonderful place!

10/10 Excellent

Angela, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful Visit at Villa 33!

I was originally only going to stay 1 night at Villa 33 but enjoyed it so much I ended up staying 6 nights in total. Zane, the owner, was extremely helpful with information about Blantyre and surrounding areas. As a local he is very familiar with the area and is well connected with people in the community. The other staff members were friendly and very welcoming too. I was travelling alone and found Villa 33 refreshing in terms of the friendliness of the staff and the other patrons. It was a lovely place to stay. The room I stayed in was huge! It was clean, comfortable and very nice to stay in. The location of Villa 33 was very nice. It was close enough to walk to Blantyre city if I wanted, (or you could take a very quick minibus that would stop right outside the gates of Villa 33), but far enough out of Blantyre city to be an area that felt relaxing and less hectic…kind of the best of both worlds.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Vihreä ja rauhallinen

Ystävällinen ja joustava palvelu

8/10 Good

Paulinus, Dronten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Waar voor je geld

Zeer vriendelijke staf. Goede service. Mooie locatie. Aanbod eten beperkt maar prima. Vergeet de te dure hotels in Blantyre!

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities