NRC, Chitipi Road Lilongwe, Lilongwe, Malawi
#5 of 17 hotels in Lilongwe
Guests' ChoiceBased on 45 hotel reviews
8.0Cleanliness
7.8
Comfort
8.3
Location
8.0
Facilities
7.8
Staff
9.1
Value for money
8.5
Free WiFi
8.8
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Reviewed: 26 April 2024
Orth-moore
MalawiAbsolutely loved the staff!! Such kind, friendly, and attentive staff. Absolutely beautiful grounds with incredible trees and gardens.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Roger
United KingdomNothing
The situation in the woodland. You can have breakfast sitting out among the trees watching the birds
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 19 January 2024
Melissa
AustraliaA few issues with water supply. There was dirt/debris on bedding when we arrived. Should maybe have been checked prior to check in but understandable that it would occur after room had been cleaned
Great staff. Beautiful surroundings
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 19 January 2024
Mattis
GermanyJust minor things: The bed could use a new matress soon. It's a bit soft in the middle for my liking. The shower could use a curtain, to avoid setting the bathroom under water.
Great breakfast included, super friendly and helpful staff and owners. The chalet is situated in a diverse, green and lush forest park, with lots of birds around. Nice walking possibilities to the nearby forests. Well equipped bar and restaurant with everything you might want. An unexpected plus was the included tea service everyday in the afternoon.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 20 November 2023
Maseko
MalawiThe old stained bathrooms and showers
The location and the surrounding and the good food and beers
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 7 October 2023
Adrian
GermanyWe stayed at Barefoot for 2 nights in the chalets. Property is beautiful but far away from town, expect at least 30 mins drive. Breakfast was standard. Rooms could be cleaner.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 11 August 2023
Susan
United KingdomNo pool.
Convenient location /after crossing the border. Spacious rooms. Nice gardens and leafy surroundings.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 3 July 2023
Admasu
EthiopiaThe food was not good and there is only egg and bacon option for breakfast
It was very quite a d green
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 6 June 2023
Rebecca
United KingdomMosquito nets aren't over beds well, so I couldn't use them as they would touch face and pillows As they are single beds, they were cold with small bed duvet and only 1 blanket between two people for the time of year where temperature drops it would be good to have a blanket on each bed
Great location for our travels Great staff Good food Brilliant value
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 3 January 2023
Kroll
Malawisquare frames for the mosquito nets would be a great improvement
Food in general was pretty great at a decent price
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 17 December 2022
Bertie
South AfricaAdd fridges and solar to rooms
South african food,peace and quiet
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 11 December 2022
Leandri
South AfricaThe power is a big problem.
I loved everything about this place!
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 10 September 2022
Vitaliy
BelgiumIt is located out of town, so if you don’t have own transport - 20min walk to the main road to catch a mini-bus or 10-15eur taxi (40eur from the airport). Frequent power cuts are common in Malawi, but they give you a powerful torch.
Nice idyllic surroundings with greenery, good water pressure (hot), kettle in the room is handy. I had chicken tikka masala for dinner and somewhat unexpectedly it was very good! I was continuing to Zambia, so was convenient to catch a mini-bus towards the border
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 6 July 2022
Bruce
South AfricaBreakfast was good - just be careful of ordering filter coffee - they charge R35 a cup - which is usually the price for a full pot of coffee in Malawi ? Otherwise staff are friendly & helpful, it was a great overnight stay.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 25 May 2022
Joel
United Statesthe bugs and distance from the city and airport
beautiful location and awesome vibe for a traveler hot shower was a nice bonus
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 18 April 2022
Vinolia
BotswanaNo tv in rooms, wifi being switched off,
Outdoors looks classic, food exceptional, rooms well spacious, friendly staff members and bosses...
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 18 April 2022
Vinolia
BotswanaPoor room keeping, beds not made daily, milk kept uncovered,wifi getting switched off from 9pm please keep it on 24hrs, rooms without tv we need some source of intertainment.
The outdoor looks exceptional
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 11 April 2022
Saul
South AfricaThe beds might need Abit of upgrade, beddings needs to be changed, might need a mop or shower place should be enclosed, coz after taking a shower, there is water in the entire bathroom., Updating a map on Google and maybe install some kind of communication at the entrance, just for communication, letting the admin know there is someone at the gate, just to be on the safe side.
The place as a whole, it's got that vibe of being on a farm, only with no farm animals, we loved it, the bartenders were really good, the food wasn't that bad, kudos to the chef's, it was home away from home for those 4 days.
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 21 March 2022
Josh
United Kingdombring your own mosquito net for the dorm
very friendly staff, and a great family feeling with a good bar and decent food
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 19 February 2022
Lindiwe
South AfricaThere was no hot water for shower. One had to take a lukewarm shower after being rained on.
Staff was amazing. From the guys working in the garden to the restaurant staff. They really make the place. The owners were also friendly and welcoming.
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 6 February 2022
Glynis
South AfricaBeautiful gardens and trees around the chalets. Very friendly efficient staff.
Stayed in January 2022
Reviewed: 29 October 2021
Emilinah
UgandaLodge is a little outside the city. But it's not too expensive to hire a car to town so it's manageable.
Extremely helpful staff, comfortable room, delicious food, and in a serene environment.
Stayed in October 2021
Reviewed: 31 May 2021
Benjamin
United KingdomSignage to get there. I arrived in the dark and it was not so easy to find the entrance
Arrived a day late due to border hassle. Room was kept, I was even upgraded. Superb welcome. Wonderful room and great breakfast.
Stayed in May 2021
Reviewed: 29 March 2024
Judith
FranceFood is not good at all. Coffee is the worst I’ve had in the country - and the tiny cup for 5000.
Great large chalet room. Far from town but that’s what I wanted.
Stayed in March 2024
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