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Kaya Mawa

3.5 star property
Beachfront lodge for sun and fun

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Private beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
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Kaya Mawa offers an all-inclusive lakeside retreat with rejuvenating spa treatments like massages and aromatherapy. Enjoy beachfront breakfast views and water activities such as kayaking, fishing, and scuba diving.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • All inclusive
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included

Room options

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Nkhwazi | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, individually decorated

Nkhwazi

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Msekwa | View from room

Msekwa

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Mbamba | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, individually decorated

Mbamba

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Ulisa | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, individually decorated

Ulisa

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Yofu

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Makungulu | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, individually decorated

Makungulu

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Mbungo | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, individually decorated

Mbungo

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Madimba | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, individually decorated

Madimba

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Khuyu | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, individually decorated

Khuyu

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Mainja | View from room

Mainja

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Lake Malawi, Likoma Island

What's nearby

  • St. Peter's Cathedral - 10 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Ilala Ferry Landing - 10 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

  • Likoma Island (LIX) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Obica Mozerella - ‬115 min drive

About this property

Kaya Mawa

All-inclusive lodge by the lake
Consider a stay at Kaya Mawa and take advantage of free breakfast, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and a beach bar. With a private beach, beachfront dining, and beach massages, this lodge is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, aromatherapy, or a facial. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy onsite activities like hiking/biking, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Additional perks include:
  • A free ferry terminal shuttle, beach towels, and multilingual staff
  • A front-desk safe, a computer station, and beach umbrellas
  • Wedding services and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and separate sitting areas, as well as thoughtful touches like bathrobes and free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Decks/patios and separate sitting areas

All inclusive details

This lodge is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Water skiing

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • On a private beach
  • Picnic area

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Built in 2000

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Kaya Mawa
Kaya Mawa Hotel
Kaya Mawa Hotel Likoma Island
Kaya Mawa Likoma Island
Mawa Kaya
Kaya Mawa Malawi/Likoma Island
Kaya Mawa Lodge Likoma Island
Kaya Mawa Lodge
Kaya Mawa Malawi/Likoma Island
Kaya Mawa Lodge
Kaya Mawa Likoma Island
Kaya Mawa Lodge Likoma Island

Frequently asked questions

Is Kaya Mawa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kaya Mawa?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

What time is check-out at Kaya Mawa?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Kaya Mawa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Kaya Mawa?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive.

Where is Kaya Mawa located?

Nestled on the beach, this Likoma Island lodge is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Malawi, Ilala Ferry Landing, and St. Peter's Cathedral.

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Kaya Mawa Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

newton

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

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lugar isolado com todo conforto, bangalós isolados e com privacidade, lugar maravilhoso,serviço impecavel e atendimento 5 estrelas, a comida é feita por um chef ,lugar de descanso e paz, o lago é perfeito para nadar e esportes nauticos oferecidos como caiaque,stand up, esqui aquático, mergulhos.

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