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The Makokola Retreat

3.0 star property
Enjoy 2 outdoor pools at this 3-star Mangochi hotel

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Presidential Penthouse | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
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Presidential Penthouse | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Front of property
Family Double Room | Living area | TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Mangochi, Mangochi, Southern Region
  • Place, Monkey Bay Beach
  • Place, Lake Malawi Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Nkhudzi Bay Beach
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Penthouse | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Presidential Penthouse

  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Mangochi

In Mangochi .Stay at this Mangochi hotel and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Malawi Museum and 9 miles (15 km) of Lake Malawi. Liwonde National Park and Nkhudzi Bay Beach are also within 32 miles (52 km).

What's nearby

  • Lake Malawi Museum - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Nkhudzi Bay Beach - 61 min drive - 35.9 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪La Riviera - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Villa Tafika - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Flavours Food Court - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪ChipsPano - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Kips' Express Mangochi - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Makokola Retreat

Enjoy 2 outdoor pools at this 3-star Mangochi hotel
The Makokola Retreat offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces.

The Makokola Retreat also features coffee/tea in a common area, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Mangochi hotel.

  • 37 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Makokola Retreat offers 37 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. This Mangochi hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include showers. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and ceiling fans. In-room massages and hair dryers can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Property is also known as

The Makokola Retreat Hotel
The Makokola Retreat Mangochi
The Makokola Retreat Hotel Mangochi

Frequently asked questions

Does The Makokola Retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Makokola Retreat .

Does The Makokola Retreat offer free breakfast?

The Makokola Retreat offers free English breakfast on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Makokola Retreat ?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Makokola Retreat ?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Makokola Retreat ?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Makokola Retreat have a pool?

The Makokola Retreat features 2 outdoor pools. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Does The Makokola Retreat have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does The Makokola Retreat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Makokola Retreat to downtown Mangochi?

The Makokola Retreat is 15.8 mi away from Mangochi.

The Makokola Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ellinor

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Trevligt med solstolar i poolen. När till liten bar och restaurang. Rent och välskött. Fin utsikt.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025