Mgoza Lodge

2.5 star property
Beach location and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Kayaking
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
Classic Bungalow, Ensuite, Lake View | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains
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Mgoza Lodge offers a unique retreat with an outdoor pool, arcade/game room, and library. Enjoy the daily manager's reception on the tranquil garden or relax at the on-site restaurant offering local and international cuisine.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
The current price is £48
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept

Room options

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Family Room, Lake View

Highlights

Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Separate bath and shower
2 bathrooms
Deep-soaking bath
In-room safe
  • 323 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Comfort Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Lake View

Highlights

Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Portable fan
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Day bed
Microwave
  • 322 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Lake View

Highlights

2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 322 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
Main Road, Lake Malawi National Park, Cape Maclear, Mangochi

What's nearby

  • Museum and Aquarium - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Lake Malawi National Park - 19 min drive - 9.3 miles
  • Nkhudzi Bay Beach - 47 min drive - 23.9 miles
  • Monkey Bay Beach - 50 min drive - 22.5 miles

Getting around

  • Monkey Bay (MYZ) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Banapaya - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Mgoza Lodge

Property highlights
You can look forward to a free daily manager's reception, a terrace and a garden at Mgoza Lodge. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Mgoza Lodge, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. WiFi in public areas (surcharge) is available to all guests, along with an arcade/games room and a library.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Luggage storage, a front desk safe and concierge services
Room features
All guest rooms at Mgoza Lodge have comforts, such as premium bedding, in addition to
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Portable fans and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 2 per day)

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 5 for adults and USD 3 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Mgoza Lodge

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 269 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 7:00 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 ahead of time 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

Pets stay for free
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 5 for adults and from USD 3 for children
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: USD 2.00 per day (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 120 per vehicle (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Cashless transactions are available
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Mgoza Lodge Hostel Cape Maclear
Mgoza Cape Maclear
Mgoza Lodge Lodge
Mgoza Lodge Hostel
Mgoza Lodge Cape Maclear
Mgoza Lodge Lodge Cape Maclear

Frequently asked questions

Does Mgoza Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Mgoza Lodge?

As of 14 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mgoza Lodge on 17 Sept 2025 start from £47.95, including 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.

Is Mgoza Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Mgoza Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mgoza Lodge?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Mgoza Lodge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does Mgoza Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 120 per vehicle applies.

Where is Mgoza Lodge located?

Situated in Cape Maclear, this beach lodge is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Malawi and Museum and Aquarium. Lake Malawi National Park is 7.1 mi (11.5 km) away.

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