The Makokola Retreat
Shores of Southern Lake Malawi Mangochi
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Why people book this hotel
“Staff very kind”
“Friendly and authentic personel”
“Quiet, in a beautiful garden, directly at the lake”
“Spacious Suite with terrace and access to private pool and bar”
“Pools are perfect”
“Garden, location view Very poor buffet”
“It is a beautiful place, clean and friendly staff”
“Breakfast was okay”
Overview
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.
Traveller reviews
Birgit Susanne
couple
June 14, 2025
“Perfect for a relaxed break!”
Quiet, in a beautiful garden, directly at the lake! Just beautiful. We had a large and comfortable bungalow, fridge, tee maker, all good ! Staff very kind! The restaurant was also great!
Janet
couple
May 19, 2025
“Would love to come back as a I am a regular visitor to Malawi but only if process makes us feel welcome.”
Makakola is a very stylish resort. It is beautifully designed and maintained.
VERONIQUE
family_with_children
August 29, 2024
“Nice location and garden to rest but more can be done”
Garden, location view Very poor buffet
Martin
solo_traveller
June 20, 2024
“One of or maybe the best hospitality experience in East Africa so far.”
Spacious Suite with terrace and access to private pool and bar. Friendly and authentic personel
Chris
solo_traveller
January 29, 2024
“Perfect. Exceeded our expectations by far.”
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.
Azhar Saeed
solo_traveller
December 27, 2023
“The stay was ok and not value for money”
The stay at the Makokola retreat was satisfactory, the view is beautiful and the design and set up of the place is good.
David
solo_traveller
December 16, 2023
“The stay was excellent, but I was almost put off by the communication on booking.”
Breakfast was okay
Wenza Ka Daddy
couple
September 25, 2023
“Gem”
It is a beautiful place, clean and friendly staff
Facilities
Activities
Tennis court, Fitness centre, Golf course (within 3 km), Children's playground, Diving, Snorkelling, Private beach area, Water sport facilities on site, Beachfront, Tennis equipment, Beach
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Coffee house on site, Special diet menus (on request), Kid meals, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast in the room
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered
General
Air conditioning, Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms, Safety deposit box
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), Garden, Terrace
Parking
Parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Mobile app for room service
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Pool with view, Pool/beach towels, Pool bar, Kids' pool, Swimming pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Security alarm, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Face masks for guests available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive
Services
Shuttle service, Trouser press, Daily housekeeping, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Ironing service, Airport shuttle, Business centre, Laundry, Dry cleaning, 24-hour front desk, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities, Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Luggage storage, Express check-in/check-out, Currency exchange, Packed lunches, Tour desk, Fax/photocopying
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Superior Family Room
This family room's special feature is the pool with a view. The spacious family room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with lake views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 3 beds.
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
This double room features a pool with a view. The spacious double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with lake views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 1 bed.
Superior King Room
This double room features a pool with a view. The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with lake views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Deluxe Suite
This suite's special feature is the pool with a view. Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite consists of 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower. Boasting a terrace with lake views, this suite also provides a seating area and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.
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