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1. Woodlands Lilongwe

Woodlands Lilongwe
3.0 star property
Lilongwe
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (60 reviews)
"Woodlands Lilongwe is a welcoming retreat amongst a nature reserve close to the centre of Lilongwe. Staff are exceptionally proficient and hospitable; the room is spacious, clean and has good amenities. The restaurant has an extensive, tasty menu with local produce often used, and service is fast and friendly. Thank you for a pleasant stay during my business trip"
Australia
Laura
The price is RM478
RM566 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Woodlands Lilongwe

2. Sunbird Lilongwe

Sunbird Lilongwe
3.5 star property
Lilongwe
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (129 reviews)
"Staff were very pleasant and helpful. Despite ongoing works which were being managed very well. I had a very comfortable and clean visit."
United States
Edwin
The price is RM509
RM603 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Sunbird Lilongwe

3. Bridgeview Hotel & Conference Centre

Bridgeview Hotel & Conference Centre
3.0 star property
Lilongwe
7.6 out of 10, Good, (76 reviews)
"Room was not ready with soap and shower requirements, coffee etc. The room was clean, but could see it not being maintained. The staff was very helpful and tried correct problems. The refrigerator turned on but did not cool at all."
United States
Bhagyarekha
The price is RM264
RM312 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Bridgeview Hotel & Conference Centre

4. Simama Hotel

Simama Hotel
4.0 star property
Lilongwe
6.6 out of 10, (29 reviews)
"A nice hotel in the heart of Lilongwe. Stay was helpful and friendly. Hallway needed cleaning. Rooms were clean and bed comfortable."
United States
glen
The price is RM339
RM402 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Simama Hotel

5. Riverside Hotel and Conference Centre

Riverside Hotel and Conference Centre
3.5 star property
Lilongwe
5.4 out of 10, (13 reviews)
"This looks like a brother. I had to book another hotel and left. It’s not clean and the photos do not reflect the actual condition of this hotel"
United Kingdom
Anonymous traveller
The price is RM216
RM256 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Riverside Hotel and Conference Centre

6. Nelly's Guesthouse

Nelly's Guesthouse
3.0 star property
Lilongwe
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"Great location, beautiful property, wonderful staff."
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is RM247
RM526 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Nelly's Guesthouse

7. Adlib Executive Lodge

Adlib Executive Lodge
3.0 star property
Lilongwe
4.4 out of 10, (7 reviews)
"The property is very poorly maintained. Staff is excellent."
United States
Bhagyarekha
The price is RM208
RM247 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Adlib Executive Lodge

8. Kaduwa Imperial Hotel

Kaduwa Imperial Hotel
3.0 star property
Lilongwe
The price is RM380
RM450 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Kaduwa Imperial Hotel

9. Riverside Apartments

Riverside Apartments
3.0 star property
Lilongwe
The price is RM308
RM365 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Riverside Apartments

10. Rosewood by Amaryllis

Rosewood by Amaryllis
3.0 star property
Lilongwe
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is RM490
RM581 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Rosewood by Amaryllis

11. Quest Lodges and Safaris

Quest Lodges and Safaris
3.0 star property
Lilongwe
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"It had great rooms and a bathroom. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful."
United States
Mark
The price is RM125
RM172 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Quest Lodges and Safaris

12. Kumbali Country Lodge

Kumbali Country Lodge
3.5 star property
Lilongwe
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (39 reviews)
"Lovely pool and grounds. Very nice friendly ambience. "
Canada
Louise
The price is RM435
RM678 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Kumbali Country Lodge

13. President Hotel

President Hotel
4.0 star property
Lilongwe
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (154 reviews)
"Hotel staff was friendly and very helpful."
United States
Cameron
The price is RM647
RM767 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
President Hotel

14. Latitude 13 Degrees

Latitude 13 Degrees
4.0 star property
Lilongwe
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (126 reviews)
"It was a clean room Staffel very friendly. My only complaint was the Internet was just so so."
United States
Eneya
The price is RM620
RM734 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Latitude 13 Degrees

15. Eden Estates & Boutique Lodge

Eden Estates & Boutique Lodge
3.0 star property
Lilongwe
6.4 out of 10, (7 reviews)
"Definitely not staying there again"
Ireland
Nico
The price is RM249
RM295 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Eden Estates & Boutique Lodge

16. Divine Heights Bed & B Area 43 Lilongwe

Divine Heights Bed & B Area 43 Lilongwe
3.0 star property
Lilongwe
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (24 reviews)
"Spacious upstairs clean room, comfy bed, balcony overlooking garden, quiet"
Canada
Robert
The price is RM176
RM289 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Divine Heights Bed & B Area 43 Lilongwe

17. Burley House - Guest House

Burley House - Guest House
3.0 star property
Lilongwe
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (78 reviews)
"Friendly staff, nice communal areas"
United Kingdom
Elaine
The price is RM374
RM504 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Burley House - Guest House

18. Spendwise Lodge and Apartments

Spendwise Lodge and Apartments
3.0 star property
Lilongwe
7.8 out of 10, Good, (16 reviews)
"It’s in a decent location. They also offer catering for lunch and dinner (by an external vendor) if you inquire about it early enough."
United States
Wezzie
The price is RM139
RM164 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Spendwise Lodge and Apartments

19. Sheila's lodge

Sheila's lodge
3.0 star property
Lilongwe
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (26 reviews)
"The staff are wonderful and very helpful"
United States
Bonnie
The price is RM262
RM311 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Sheila's lodge

20. Africa House Malawi

Africa House Malawi
3.0 star property
Lilongwe
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"From the pick up at 0130AM from the airport to the warm reception once I woke, to the food and garden, clean rooms and pool, this is the perfect place to fight some jet lag and have as home base… I kept extending .. just couldn’t leave .. definitely a jewel in the Malawi crown and the epitome of “Warm Heart” hospitality!"
United States
Stanley
The price is RM478
RM566 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Africa House Malawi
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Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Lilongwe, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually October and November, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are July and June, with an average of 18°C. The rainiest months in Lilongwe are January, February, December and March, with each month seeing an average of 213 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Lilongwe?
You won't have to spend big to find places to visit in Lilongwe. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then fill your itinerary with activities that are easy on the wallet. Hunt for bargains with some shopping at Old Town Mall and Lilongwe City Mall, or get outdoors at National Herbarium and Botanic Gardens of Malawi.
How can I get to Lilongwe and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Lilongwe is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The closest airport is Lilongwe (LLW-Kamuzu Intl.), situated 12.6 mi (20.3 km) away. Lilongwe might not have very many public transport choices so a car rental could be an economical alternative to see the area.