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Sunbird Livingstonia Beach Hotel

3.0 star property
Beachside hotel with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included

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11 Senga Bay Road, Senga
  • Lizard Island
  • Museum and Aquarium
  • Senga Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬

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Room options

Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Chalet

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Senga

Sunbird Livingstonia Beach Hotel places you next to Lake Malawi and within a mile (2 km) of Lizard Island. This 3-star hotel has 32 guestrooms and offers conveniences like 2 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Senga Beach - 10 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Lilongwe (LLW-Kamuzu Intl.) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Namalenje Restraunt (Livingstonia hotel) - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Sunbird Livingstonia Beach Hotel

Beachside hotel with outdoor pool
Guests of Sunbird Livingstonia Beach Hotel have access to an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking, as well as an airport shuttle for a fee (available on request). The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help with tours or tickets, and answer any questions about the area. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a garden and a gift shop.
32-inch TVs come with satellite channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer free toiletries. Phones are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

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

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sailing
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • On the beach

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

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
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: noon—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available on request), 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.
  • 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:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Sunbird Livingstonia Beach Hotel?

Sunbird Livingstonia Beach Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see within easy reach of Sunbird Livingstonia Beach Hotel?

This hotel is located in Senga, just steps from Lake Malawi. You'll also find Senga Beach and Lizard Island within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Sunbird Livingstonia Beach Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Sunbird Livingstonia Beach Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, Sunbird Livingstonia Beach Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sunbird Livingstonia Beach Hotel?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Sunbird Livingstonia Beach Hotel?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and 2 restaurants.

Are there hot tubs at Sunbird Livingstonia Beach Hotel?

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

Does Sunbird Livingstonia Beach Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Sunbird Livingstonia Beach Hotel has 2 restaurants, and serves free buffet breakfast each morning.

Will Sunbird Livingstonia Beach Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Sunbird Livingstonia Beach Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Sunbird Livingstonia Beach Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Sunbird Livingstonia Beach Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Sunbird Livingstonia Beach Hotel.

Sunbird Livingstonia Beach Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 51 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Habramnesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Waterfront offera a very neat rooms that are facing direct to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend this property. Gorgeous lakeside hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

itai

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I arrived at the hotel from afar. I saw that I could book through Expedia, so I booked 2 rooms. The hotel told me they had no rooms available. The website refuses to refund my money.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice restaurant with great views of the lake Good service Well maintained gardens Limited menu Rather isolated location Really poor wifi service
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Fiona

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Macdonald

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and food was amazing.Will definitely go back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Check in was terrible ! Took so long . We requested for the manager . Request was ignored . We got there and were told that our pre booked rooms are not available. We were not given any temporary complementary service while we waited. Rooms were overall well maintained and clean .well decorated with all necessary facilities. Beach front room had a very nice lake view. Good variety at breakfast . Very very disappointing reception and restaurant staff . Overall good stay . Would recommend this for holidays or business trips.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Natasha, Lilongwe

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I was very dissapointed by the evening restaurant stuff. I ordered and requested that the food be ready in two hours. After two hours I went to the restaurant for dinner. It didnt come out for another 2 hours. Apparently, they had misplaced my order. The carpet in my room was dirty. Check in was fast, room was nice(except carpet), breakfast was great and the beach was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

John, Lilongwe

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff members were particularly friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Anne, U.K.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a nice hotel in a nice location but you need to be aware that this hotel may try to not give you the room that you have paid for. I booked a chalet with sea view for a friend of mine in malawi as a treat but when he arrived the reception tried to give him a standard room even though it clearly stated on his booking that it was a chalet. My friend had to remain at reception for an hour arguing with the staff until they finally gave him the room that I had paid for. It seems that unless you argue your case, this hotel may try to not give the room that you have paid for. Aside from that the stay was very nice but the hotel needs to be told to honour people's correct bookings.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cleanliness of the beach and friendliness of staff was really good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

Heidi, Lusaka

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Privacy of room was good. Bathroom was clean. Carpet in room was dirty and bar fridge smelt (overwhelming) of fish.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Kellie, Zambia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The wait staff were very few and often not around. The pool staff housekeeping and front desk were lovely The boat staff were amazing Drinks overpriced
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location and incredible beautiful beach with good entertainment
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The food was superb, the boat ride was so great the facility is just a perfect holiday destination
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Mercy

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice beachfront location Newer rooms seem good but older parts of hotel like dining areas gym reception are rather dated
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not great!

Breakfast was a buffet but almost inedible. The rooms are old, prone to insect infestations. The bathtubs were dirty and old. The lighting is poor. The supper at the restaurant is okay. Great thing about the place is the customer service. Unfortunate thing is that’s it’s probably your best option in Salima so just have to tolerate it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed as was going to the close by Lake of Stars festival.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rada

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

Loved our stay here!

Great beach resort on Lake Malawi - very family friendly, great vistas.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018