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Kaya Mawa

Property class: 3.5

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A wooden deck with two wicker lounge chairs, each with a white cushion and a pink pillow. A white umbrella is set up over the chairs. The deck is surrounded by lush greenery and overlooks a clear blue sea with a boat visible in the distance. - Kaya Mawa (Likoma Island)
A wooden deck with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a view of the sunset over the sea. - Kaya Mawa (Likoma Island)
A wooden deck with a view of the sea, a lounge chair, and a table with a hat. - Kaya Mawa (Likoma Island)
A stone house with a swimming pool, open windows, and a thatched roof. - Kaya Mawa (Likoma Island)
A cozy room with a wooden floor, a bed with white canopy, and a window with a view of greenery. - Kaya Mawa (Likoma Island)
At Kaya Mawa, you can look forward to free breakfast, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and a beach bar. This lodge is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, beachfront dining, and beach massages. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a body scrub, a body treatment, or a body wrap. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy onsite activities like water skiing, kayaking, and boat tours. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Breakfast included
  • All inclusive
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

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A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a canopy, and a view of palm trees through the windows.

Mbamba

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A beach house with a thatched roof, surrounded by trees and a sandy beach.

Ulisa

  • Lake view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Nkhwazi

A cozy room with a wooden floor, a bed with white canopy, and a window with a view of greenery.

Nkhwazi

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a window with a view of the sea, and a thatched roof.

Msekwa

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Mbungo

A room with a bed, a bench, a bathtub, and a view of the sea.

Mbungo

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Makungulu

A room with a stone wall, a window with a colorful curtain, and a hanging plant.

Makungulu

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Yofu

A beachside bed with a view of the ocean, a tree, and a wooden bench.

Yofu

  • Lake view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Mainja

A stone building with a thatched roof, a pool, and a view of the sea.

Mainja

  • Lake view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Madimba

A wooden deck with a pool, stone walls, and a view of the sea at sunset.

Madimba

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Khuyu

A bedroom with a bed, a window, and a view of the sea.

Khuyu

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Likoma Island, Kaya Mawa is on a private beach. Local points of interest include Lake Malawi, St. Peter's Cathedral, and Ilala Ferry Landing. Visit our Likoma Island travel guide
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Lake Malawi, Likoma Island

What's nearby

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

Getting around

  • Likoma Island (LIX)
    12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Obica Mozerella
    115 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle available 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

  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

  • Visa

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

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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Reviews

Kaya Mawa Reviews

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Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
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10/10 Excellent

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

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