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Ilala Crest Lodge

3.0 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this 3-star Mzuzu hotel

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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.
Front of property
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area
Executive Double Room, Garden View | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)
Hallway

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Chimaliro Road, Mzuzu, Northern Region
  • Place, Mzuzu Stadium
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Chikale Beach
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mzuzu (ZZU)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | Living area

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Double Room, Garden View | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Executive Double Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bed with a white canopy, wooden headboard, and orange pillows.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Mzuzu

In Mzuzu .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Mzuzu Stadium and 2 miles (3 km) of Museum with a stay here. Also, Mzuzu Wildlife Conservation Park is within 3 miles (5 km) and Mzuzu University is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Mzuzu Stadium - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Museum - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Mzuzu University - 9 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Chikale Beach - 57 min drive - 38.1 miles

Getting around

  • Mzuzu (ZZU) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flavatos - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mzuzu Coffee Den - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cool Bean - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blue Tomato - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪A1 Restuarant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Ilala Crest Lodge

Enjoy free breakfast at this 3-star Mzuzu hotel
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

The business-friendly Ilala Crest Lodge also features an outdoor pool, dry cleaning/laundry services, and local meal delivery service. Self parking is free.

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

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Ilala Crest Lodge offers 28 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Grand Palace Hotel
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  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Kids pool
  • Parking included
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Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

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, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Ilala Crest Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.

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, debit cards, and cash
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, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ilala Crest Lodge to the airport?

Ilala Crest Lodge is 1.9 mi (9-min drive) away from the Mzuzu (ZZU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ilala Crest Lodge?

As of Jul 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ilala Crest Lodge on Aug 18, 2026 start from $52, 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.

Does Ilala Crest Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Ilala Crest Lodge.

Does Ilala Crest Lodge offer free breakfast?

Ilala Crest Lodge offers free English breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Ilala Crest Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Ilala Crest Lodge?

Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Ilala Crest Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Ilala Crest Lodge have a pool?

Ilala Crest Lodge features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Does Ilala Crest Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Ilala Crest Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Ilala Crest Lodge to downtown Mzuzu?

Ilala Crest Lodge is 2.5 mi away from Mzuzu.

Ilala Crest Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

YUCHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast is really delicious, the room is clean, with great shower!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an excellent stay at Ilala Crest Lodge. Staff were incredibly friendly. I had a large well appointed room/ flat with sitting area and separate bedroom. Food in the restaurant was first class some of the best I have ever had in Africa. There is also a pleasant pool and bar area. The room rates are excellent compared to local competitors. Would highly recommend!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I have stayed at Ilala Crest 5 or 6 times, but was disappointed with food and service on the recent visit. At arrived for one breakfast before 8am and much of the cooked food had been used up. There was no attempt to cook more. In my next trip, I will look elsewhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our 4th visit to Ilala Crest. As always, the staff were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026