Thumbi View Lodge

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Scored 8
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.3

About this property

Beachfront Location: Thumbi View Lodge in Cape Maclear offers a private beach area and direct beachfront access. Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the lush garden, enjoying stunning lake views. Comfortable Accommodations: The guest house features family rooms with private entrances, walk-in showers, and wardrobes. Each room includes a patio or balcony, ensuring a pleasant stay. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves African, Indian, American, Italian, Mexican, local, and international cuisines. Breakfast options include continental, American, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Leisure Facilities: Guests can enjoy a year-round outdoor swimming pool, outdoor fireplace, games room, and picnic area. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Convenient Location: Lilongwe International Airport is 235 km away, providing easy access for travellers.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Bar
  • Private beach area

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 bunk bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Paul
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful location right on the shores of Lake Malawi. Staff all very helpful and friendly. Delicious breakfast and meals. Quiet and relaxing. Sunset cruise amazing and worth doing. Lovely pool to cool down.”
Ga
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful property by the lake - amazing to watch the sunset every evening. Good breakfast included within price of the room. The lakeside private room had good hot showers.”
Alexandre
Luxembourg Luxembourg
“Really relaxing location, wonderful place to lean back and enjoy the view it offers. Great food, too!”
Marthie
South Africa South Africa
“Everything! The extra mile that the owners will do to help in anyway is a big plus!!! The friendly staff , the lovely food ! The stunning view! The scuba And the beautiful fish Eagles 🦅!!! What a beautiful sight!!!”
Kealeboga
Botswana Botswana
“I loved the location, views from the main area and the music. Meal portions were also good.”
John
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location, fantastic shared spaces, nice rooms with mosquito nets.”
Gramani
Spain Spain
“Location is good, right in front of the lake, the place is absolutely beautiful. Staff was super nice.”
Maj
Finland Finland
“The room (in the back yard, double room with own toilet & shower) was very good for the price. The location is perfect, in a quiet area, and just a short walk to the village. The food was very tasty, with vegetarian options available. The staff...”
Jenpil78
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I liked everything. The staff, the bar, the cafe and food, the pool. The rooms could use an update though, but for $25 a night, it was fine. Just.”
Edward
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great views, great food, friendly staff, good value.”

Managed by Our lovely kitchen team

Company review score: 9Based on 185 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Swim with the fabulous Malawi cichlids, snorkel, kayak, scuba dive, island boat trips, sunset cruises, hiking trails and the most amazing sunsets are all on offer. Or relax on a beach lounger, keeping on touch with friends back home on Wi-Fi that covers the whole lodge, or have a drink in the bar whilst watching your favourite team win via satellite televisions

Property information

In Cape Maclear the sparkling lake and the beauty of the surrounding Mountains all combine to make Thumbi view lodge a dream destination. Have an ice cold drink in our pool whilst watching the most amazing sunset, do see it from our catamaran sailing around the island. Kayak rentals, hiking trails, boat cruises, lounging on the beach, just to mention some of the things to do. All our rooms are en-suite, even the dorms!

Neighbourhood information

Come experience life in the small fishing village, also know as Chembe village.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    African • American • Indian • Italian • Mexican • Local • International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Thumbi View Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Accepted payment methods
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Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Thumbi View Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.