Malaika Beach Resort

4.0 star property
Family-friendly beachfront location with outdoor pool

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Private beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Fountain
Executive Suite | View from room
Standard Double or Twin Room | View from room
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Bar
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Gym
  • Spa

Explore the area

Map
Illemela, Mwanza, 2400
  • Rock Beach Garden
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Mwanza Port
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Saanane National Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Mwanza (MWZ)
    ‪4 min drive‬

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Room options

Deluxe Villa

  • 301 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Executive Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Mwanza

Malaika Beach Resort places you next to Lake Victoria and within a 15-minute drive of Mwanza Port. This 50-room, 4-star hotel has a private beach, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants.

What's nearby

  • Rock Beach Garden - 13 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Mwanza Port - 14 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Saanane National Park - 14 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • St. Augustine University of Tanzania - 24 min drive - 15.0 miles
  • Sukuma Museum / Bujora Cultural Center - 33 min drive - 20.9 miles

Getting around

  • Mwanza (MWZ) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Swimming Pool Terrace Restaurant, Hotel Tilapia, Mwanza - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Cask Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mambo Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Yun Long Chinese Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Salma Cone - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Malaika Beach Resort

Family-friendly beachfront location with outdoor pool
Guests of Malaika Beach Resort have access to a private beach, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool. Free valet and self parking are available—or if you're not driving, take the free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a children's pool, a 24-hour gym, and a sauna.
Guests can expect free WiFi and LCD TVs with satellite channels. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other amenities include dining areas, sitting areas, and minibars.
A private beach and a 24-hour health club are featured at the hotel. An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 1 treatment room. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and Thai massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Languages

English, French, Swahili

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Archery
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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
  • Check-in: noon—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Malaika Beach Resort Mwanza
Malaika Beach Mwanza
Malaika Beach
Malaika Beach Resort Hotel
Malaika Beach Resort Mwanza
Malaika Beach Resort Hotel Mwanza

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Malaika Beach Resort?

Malaika Beach Resort provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do close to Malaika Beach Resort?

This hotel is located in Mwanza, just steps from Lake Victoria. You'll also find Rock Beach Garden nearby.

Will I be able to park at Malaika Beach Resort?

Yes, valet parking and self parking are offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa available at Malaika Beach Resort?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, couples treatments, and aromatherapy.

Does Malaika Beach Resort include a casino?

No, Malaika Beach Resort doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Malaika Beach Resort?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Malaika Beach Resort good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a private beach, a beach bar, and an outdoor pool.

Does Malaika Beach Resort have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a steam room.

Does Malaika Beach Resort have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Malaika Beach Resort has 2 restaurants, and serves breakfast for a surcharge.

Does Malaika Beach Resort allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Malaika Beach Resort.

Does Malaika Beach Resort have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Malaika Beach Resort?

The closest major airport to Malaika Beach Resort is Mwanza (MWZ), which is 2.1 mi away (4 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Malaika Beach Resort?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a furnished balcony where guests can enjoy lake or pool views.

Malaika Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 74 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely grounds with birds, flowers, lily pads and a gorgeous pool overlooking the lake. Staff is very helpful, breakfast is elaborate and atmosphere is peaceful. Close to airport so an prime location to recover from tiring air travel or prior to departing from Tanzania.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadeem, Burnaby

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The AC was not working until one of the stuff had to come and fix it then the switch for charging are not safe you should all watch out their switch outlet damaged my charger completely. When I called they said they will send a maintenance personel the next day. I slept with my phone off that forced me to go and buy another charger the next day. I would say the property is over priced and their services are poor. This place used to be the best not anymore poor management I guess.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zubeir Yusuf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful. Shuttle crew/ service very good. Mr. Ali at the reception very knowledgeable and professional. Breakfast was good and very polite staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lerato

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were amazingly helpful and friendly. The views over Lake Victoria were amazing too.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Claire

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I was miss lead, they told me they gave me an upgrade at no cost. The next morning I woke up with 2 inches of water all over the room. I had to call to be moved to an other room, the room was the same it is not an upgrade!! It was very difficult to get a gluten free meal. Most had no idea what is gluten.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lerato

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Selemani

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Resty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

YONAS

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view to the lake Victotia is magnificent! The staff, service and amenities excellent.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

SHADRACK

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere and quiet stay. Loved the beds
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennise

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Charles

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

NEEMA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo, Washington

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bess

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful venue with great food, unbelievably wonderful and welcoming staff, amazing masseuses, gorgeous pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is beautiful, quiet, and has the most amazing spa. Terrific massage. The facilities are lovely, the food is great, and the manager (Ally is his name, but I might not be spelling it correctly) is beyond belief - very attentive, thoughtful, friendly and kind. I travel through Mwanza once or twice a year, and always book a relaxing layover here for me and my groups.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
-Internet connection was painful -Check in was careless and no information given -Be aware that there is a club nearby and on Fridays music is blasting till late in the night -Breakfast was poor and not fresh.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022