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Situated in Mangochi, 2.4 km from Lake Malawi Museum, The Makokola Retreat features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Among the various facilities of this property are a restaurant, a bar and a tennis court. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. At the hotel rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, towels and a terrace with a lake view. Each room includes a safety deposit box and certain rooms are equipped with pool views. The rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. The daily breakfast offers buffet, à la carte or continental options. The Makokola Retreat offers a children's playground. Queen Victoria Clock Tower is 2.5 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Chileka International Airport, 184 km from The Makokola Retreat.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.4
High score for Mangochi
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Chris
    South Africa South Africa
    The food was perfect. Big variety, best quality. Rooms are beautiful. Pools are perfect. Everything was 5 star Europian standards. This is on of the best resorts we have been to in Aftica and South Africa.
  • Wenza
    South Africa South Africa
    It is a beautiful place, clean and friendly staff
  • R
    Ron
    United States United States
    The food and service were excellent. Also a very beautiful place. Very restful.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern • Romantic

Facilities of The Makokola Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Room service
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Dressing room
View
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • Lake view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Private beach area
  • Private pool
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Beach
  • Tennis equipment
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Children's playground
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Concierge service
    • Luggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Currency exchange
    • Express check-in/check-out
      Additional charge
    • 24-hour front desk
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Trouser press
      Additional charge
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business facilities
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Business centre
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Security alarm
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Air conditioning
    • Mosquito net
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Packed lunches
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool with view
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Pool bar
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Sun umbrellas
    Wellness
    • Kids' pool
    • Sun umbrellas
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Fitness centre
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Italian

    Property practice

    This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    The Makokola Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 00:00

    Check-out

    Until 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted The Makokola Retreat accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    FAQs about The Makokola Retreat

    • The prices at The Makokola Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • The Makokola Retreat has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1

    • The Makokola Retreat is 1.6 miles from the centre of Mangochi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Guests staying at The Makokola Retreat can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Buffet
      • À la carte
      • Breakfast to go

    • Room options at The Makokola Retreat include:

      • Family
      • Double
      • Suite

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Check-in at The Makokola Retreat is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • The Makokola Retreat offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Fitness centre
      • Children's playground
      • Snorkelling
      • Diving
      • Tennis court
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Beachfront
      • Private beach area
      • Water sport facilities on site
      • Swimming Pool
      • Beach
      • Tennis equipment