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Simama Hotel

4.0 star property
Travelers can rejuvenate poolside or tee off at the nearby golf course, sip morning coffee with the newspaper, or savor delicious meals at the restaurant.

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Simama Hotel, next to a golf course, offers professional massages, a sauna, and a steam room. Enjoy daily breakfast at the on-site restaurant. Amenities include free WiFi, dry cleaning, an outdoor pool, and access to barbecue grills.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Standard Room, City View

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Superior Room, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room, City View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, rollaway beds

Deluxe Room, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Lilongwe, Simama Hotel is next to a golf course. Tobacco Auction Floors and Parliament Building are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Lilongwe City Mall and Old Town Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Civic Stadium or Bingu National Stadium. Visit our Lilongwe travel guide
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Falls Estates, Area 1, Lilongwe

What's nearby

  • Lilongwe City Mall
    3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Lilongwe Golf Course
    3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Old Town Mall
    4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Kamuzu Central Hospital
    6 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Bingu National Stadium
    12 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • Lilongwe (LLW-Kamuzu Intl.)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wimpy
    6 min drive
  • KFC
    6 min drive
  • Woodlands Lilongwe
    6 min drive
  • Food Worths
    6 min drive
  • Mugg & Bean
    6 min drive

About this property

Simama Hotel

Upscale hotel adjacent to a golf course
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Simama Hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in a massage. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a bar and a health club, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a TV in the lobby, and meeting rooms
  • Luggage storage, barbecue grills, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All 52 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and free toiletries
  • 21-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies or patios, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 10

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
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 70.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per vehicle (one way)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 10 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 70.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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

Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Simama Hotel Lilongwe
Simama Lilongwe
Simama Hotel Hotel
Simama Hotel Lilongwe
Simama Hotel Hotel Lilongwe

Frequently asked questions

Does Simama Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Simama Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Simama Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Simama Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 10 (subject to availability).

Does Simama Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 20 per vehicle applies.

Where is Simama Hotel located?

Situated in Lilongwe, this golf hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lilongwe City Mall, Lilongwe Golf Course, and Old Town Mall. Kamuzu Central Hospital and Civic Stadium are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Simama Hotel Reviews

6.6

7.2

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

7.8

Staff & service

6.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 28 reviews

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff was the best feature. Disappointing features was the advertised pool had been closed for over twelve months. Maintenance on the property was substandard for the price point.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Dirty Room Telephone had something crusted over the dial
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

glen

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Simama hotel

A nice hotel in the heart of Lilongwe. Stay was helpful and friendly. Hallway needed cleaning. Rooms were clean and bed comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vera marija

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Richard

Disliked: Cleanliness
Our room had not been cleaned very well. Items from previous guest in bathroom. Hairdryer was not working. I have stayed here in previous years. The staff has changed. Not as friendly as they used to be.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Dane

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

Cemtral (Area 1), economical yet classy

Nice central location with a secure perimeter. Clean but needs a deep clean program to frequently get areas that are missed on daily service. Toilet sprayer needs frequent sanitizing due to its nature and it was lacking. Windows and carpets need to be part of cleaning maintenance cycle to increase the positive experience. The room was broken up into bedroom, sitting room and bath room. Nice effect but due to huge size if bed, there was no room to walk around sides and it was cramped. Restaurant was clean (except for the German roach running around from under serving table to under tables). Food was well prepared and variety of Chinese, Indian, British, local menu was well appreciated. Staff very friendly and helpful. Elevator was out of service for a week plus (not a deal breaker but may annoy some). Some road noise and many noisy birds roost on walls outside room but not horrendous. Air-con works well with dual units. Very strong and consistent high speed internet but satellite television service was poor for a week.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
Verified

4/10 Poor

Wallen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not so good…
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Edith

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Totally disappointed

The rooms are so small and tight. There is too much furniture in deluxe rooms. No space to put suitcase to open it. The walls are in desperate need for an update. The hotel needs an overhaul update. I couldn’t stay there I left and went to another hotel. If you are looking for a mediocre standard that’s the place for you.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Not too bad
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

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Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
レストランは美味しかったです。特に朝食が良かった。 スタッフも協力的で色々とアドバイスしてくれました。
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mirroring the exterior concrete slab look of the property, the horrible inside of the hotel is a tired version of what used to be even as new ugly design and poor furniture choice. The doors were not made for the frame and hardware so all doors are hacked on the top. You can see daylight around the doors as the fit is so poor. Good luck finding power plugs in there, you will have to unplug some lamp after using a lot of energy moving the heavy furniture. Bed, chair, tables are all too large for the room rendering movement difficult. State of the furniture, windows, wallpaper is OLD and TIRED. Internet was working 10-20% of the time, always unstable from one minute to the next. Restaurant and bars are inside with no windows, not really inviting to go have a meal in a cave. Price was high for was it is, avoid at all costs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite centrally located. Friendly and helpful staff. Reasonable room rate per night but still good quality room. Traffic close outside, but not any problem with traffic noise. I only had breakfast there, so I'm not able to say anything about the kitchen. Absolutely a place worth considering in Lilongwe.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly and helpful staff. Hotel in good location and easy to find. It was quiet so like Lilongwe a little soulless.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jules

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great time ... staff are very friendly and awesome management
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great hotel

They have perfect restaurant, nice city view, and good distance with city center. We had problem with reservation but they figure out very quick. It is The Best hotel in Lilongwe.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I had crutches while there, and there lift was not working
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

all staffs are very friendly

Manager V.J Humber and wifi service is good. clean and comforter.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

richard

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

nice surprise

I've driven passed this hotel a number of times and have always wondered why they didn't employ an architect as it's pretty unattractive. But now I find that the exterior hides a little gem. Nice friendly staff, good rooms, clean and tidy. Breakfast was ok too. Secure parking and on the edge of the town centre. Overall I thought it was good value
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Comfortable Room but Hotel Lacks Basic Amenities

I stayed at the Simama Hotel for one and half weeks. Pros: - Comfortable bed and room with working air-conditioning - Staff are friendly - Fairly Central Location in Lilongwe - Working TV in room with two international news channels and a range of local channels Cons: - The hotel advertises free Wifi but this rarely works sufficiently to browse the most basic of websites or retrieve emails. My advice is to purchase an Airtel SIM card with data and create your own hotspot. - The menu in the restaurant lacks variety. Consists of expensive meat, a burger, a few sandwiches, a lot of different curries and some Chinese dishes. No African dishes. - The restaurant and bar are tucked away in windowless rooms at the back of the hotel - No concept of a concierge. When seeking a different meal or place to have a drink, the staff were unable to provide suggestions. - Breakfast is the same every day: egg, baked beans, fried potatoes and fried tomatoes. One of the mornings, I was served raw tomato and cold baked beans. Sometimes there is cereal and fruit. - Coffee is bad. Tastes like the filter coffee machine is kept on 24 hours per day, resulting in a burned and stale tasting drink.
Verified

8/10 Good

Vic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I enjoyed my stay at Simama The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was decent and very comfortable. The only down side was the Wifi signal not being as strong as I would have expected at all the places in the hotel. Beside that, great experience
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Clement

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

david

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Mukatshung

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fousseni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023