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Manja Lodge

3.5 star property
Guesthouse in Zomba with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Free daily full breakfast
Interior entrance
Deluxe Room | Living room | TV
Garden
Deluxe Room | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
Macleod Road, Zomba, Southern Region
  • University of Malawi
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Mandala Falls
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Emperor's View
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Blantyre (BLZ-Chileka Intl.)
    ‪97 min drive‬

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Room options

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Deluxe Room | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Zomba

Located within a leisurely stroll of University of Malawi, Manja Lodge is within a few miles (5 km) of Mandala Falls. This 6-room, 3.5-star guesthouse has free breakfast along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • University of Malawi - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mandala Falls - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Williams Falls - 19 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Emperor's View - 35 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Liwonde National Park - 56 min drive - 35.6 miles

Getting around

  • Blantyre (BLZ-Chileka Intl.) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kefi Hotel Café - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪casa rossa - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Chirunga Cottage - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kips Express - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Tasty Bites - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Manja Lodge

Guesthouse in Zomba with free breakfast and a restaurant
At Manja Lodge, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and laundry facilities. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 80 per vehicle one-way. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours.
TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Sitting areas, minibars, and electric kettles are also available.

Languages

English

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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 roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Manja

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 80 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: noon
  • Check-out: 10:00 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.
  • 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

Manja Lodge Zomba
Manja Lodge Guesthouse
Manja Lodge Guesthouse Zomba

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Manja Lodge?

Manja Lodge offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Manja Lodge?

As of May 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Manja Lodge on May 22, 2025 start from $45.96, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see near Manja Lodge?

This guesthouse is located in Zomba, close to Emperor's View, Chingwe's Hole, and Mandala Falls. You'll also find Queen's View and Williams Falls nearby.

Is parking available on site at Manja Lodge?

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

Does Manja Lodge have a casino?

No, Manja Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Manja Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Manja Lodge?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a minibar as well as a restaurant and free breakfast.

Are there hot tubs at Manja Lodge?

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

Does Manja Lodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Manja Lodge serves free full breakfasts at Manja each morning.

Does Manja Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Manja Lodge.

Are there connecting rooms at Manja Lodge?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at Manja Lodge?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Manja Lodge.

Manja Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a good place for the price! The staff is very helpful.and friendly. The facility needs some maintenence.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, friendly place to stay with a lovely small restaurant patio. The staff was very helpful. VERY close to the National Archives, easy short walk to town.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Phillip

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a fairly nice and pretty place to stay within walking distance of much of the town, although you will want to be cautious walking down the hill through some street hawkers and would never do so after dark. The staff was very excellent, friendly, and approachable. My only complaint, which led me to leave a night early, was that the WiFi went out for over a day and the owner was evidently unwilling to fix it and I needed WiFi for my work so I went elsewhere. This was not the staff's fault and they were apologetic and I think they tried to get the owner to buy more internet time but I gather she did not want to. So, similar to a previous review, the staff worked hard under a less than supportive and helpful owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Alistair

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Lions led by donkeys.

Time for management to wake up. Pestering for extra payment when all amounts due aready paid. No system for checking condition of rooms, recording and fixing problems... in our case a sink unconnected to the waste, water went straight to the bathroom floor! That said great location with a large plot, the price is low and the staff are welcoming and do all they can to help.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and quiet with a friendly, helpful staff. Very nice breakfast on the open air veranda. Beautiful vegetation abounds.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious and comfortable rooms in a quite garden environment. Still very good location close to the city centre.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eckhard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and well equipped rooms. The service was super friendly and the kitchen very delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023