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Mgoza Lodge

2.5 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this beach Cape Maclear lodge

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
Main Road, Lake Malawi National Park, Cape Maclear, Mangochi
  • Museum and Aquarium
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Lake Malawi National Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Monkey Bay Beach
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Monkey Bay (MYZ)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room, Lake View | Garden view

Family Room, Lake View

  • 30 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Lake View

  • 30 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Lake View

Deluxe Double Room, Lake View

  • 30 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Cape Maclear

In Cape Maclear .Stay at this Cape Maclear lodge and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Malawi and 2 miles (3 km) of Museum and Aquarium. Lake Malawi National Park is within 9 miles (15 km) and Monkey Bay Beach is within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • Museum and Aquarium - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Lake Malawi National Park - 19 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Nkhudzi Bay Beach - 47 min drive - 38.4 km
  • Monkey Bay Beach - 50 min drive - 36.1 km

Getting around

  • Monkey Bay (MYZ) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cape Mac Froggie's Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Banapaya - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Mgoza Lodge

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this beach Cape Maclear lodge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee.

An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Mgoza Lodge. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cape Maclear lodge.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • 25 sq m of conference space
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Mgoza Lodge offers 4 accommodations with safes and portable fans. Beds feature premium bedding. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Dutch, English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 2 per day)

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 5 for adults and USD 3 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 for adults and USD 3 for children
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 2.00 per day (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 120 per vehicle (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Cashless transactions are available
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Mgoza Lodge Hostel Cape Maclear
Mgoza Cape Maclear
Mgoza Lodge Lodge
Mgoza Lodge Hostel
Mgoza Lodge Cape Maclear
Mgoza Lodge Lodge Cape Maclear

Mgoza Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Reed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
As advertised
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Hayley

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

New years stay

A really lovely lodge in the best location in Cape Mclear, it had the most amazing chef and restaurant and lovely gardens. The staff were very welcoming and helpful. It’s also felt very safe. The room was a little tired and bathroom needed to be a little cleaner, however this is a country that has very limited resources so it was always going to be different to a western and more developed experience. It’s definitely the place to stay in this beautiful corner of Malawi!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Rosalind

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Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The best place to stay on the lakeside

I loved this little place, thought it was the prettiest and most charming along the beach. Having a bar and restaurant onsite was definitely a bonus. The staff are lovely and I would really recommend doing the sunset boat trip with snorkeling and eagle feeding. Overall excellent value, so much so that we thought we were undercharged for all our food and drink!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic experience and really great value for money - thanks so much Mgoza Lodge
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Antonio

Liked: Staff & service
Very friendly staff and people, unfortunately due to the rise of the lake water there was no beach. There were ants on the premises, and one of the days I woke up with ants on my bed. I used a floss stick that I threw in the garbage bin in the toilets, the next day it was in the garden in front of my lodge door. Not very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely lodge with gardens on the lake. Staff are super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a nice option if you want to stay in the area. Great waterfront location. Friendly staff. Well maintained and looked after. No wifi. Don't expect luxury, and bring a mosquito repellent.. Enjoy the nature and the scenery
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

PURUSHOTTAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Calm place

Nice place. Very attentive staff. Good food. Nice scenery.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place - stayed in a thatched hut overlooking the lake. Breeze from the lake meant the room was a good temperature but there was also a fan. Nice seating area in garden with small pool. WiFi available around restaurant. Really tasty well priced food in the restaurant. Great value for the price.

6/10 Okay

Lameck

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Faculties were minimalistic and on for a short stay. Staff were friendly .
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very much like the picture. In our case we were upgraded without asking. Simple accomodation but great food and staff.don't judge from the street view
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Casie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mgoza

Mgoza has the most beautiful setting with the trees and outdoor relaxation area next to the lake. Sadly my pillows had an odd smell like cat pee but the staff were amazing to change them right away. The staff helped me to organise day/boat trips which was helpful. I tried but did not get the chance to enjoy a hot shower during my stay as only cold water was available. Jeremiah at the front desk is kind and patient. Thank you for answering my questions. The main road is right behind the rooms so the loud music and people walking past is extremely loud. I can see why other reviews mention it. The food was was available and had a menu in which you could choose from.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ursula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is set in a great location. They gave me an upgrade which was very much appreciated. They also helped me coordinate tours. Food was delicious! Only downside was that it was a bit noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Good time by the lake

Pleasant stay at Lake Malawi. Outside area perfect to relax in hot conditions.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice cottage by the lake

Allan was great host. He gave us a better room free of charge. Sometimes problems with electricity, water and wifi, but it is normal in that area.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Scott-Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cape Maclear is a working fishing community on the shores of Lake Malawi that is gaining in tourist traffic. There are a number of small, family run lodges directly on that shore and Mgoza Lodge is one of the good ones as far as I can tell. Rooms are comfortable and spacious and clean, the food is good and the service is attentive and friendly. Electricity and wifi goes in and out, but you are in rural Africa. Alan, the owner, is quite present and does his best to make sure his guests are looked after. All in all, nothing over the top fancy but a friendly, happy place to spend a few days / nights. (Tip: look for Captain Flamingo on the beach to arrange a boat ride to one of the islands and an empty beach with clean, clear, cold water to swim in)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025