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Sunbird Lilongwe

Property class: 3.5

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Free full breakfast, a poolside bar, and a coffee shop/cafe are just a few of the amenities provided at Sunbird Lilongwe. The on-site restaurant, The Patio Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and garden views. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the outside.

Deluxe Chalet

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a desk with a fruit bowl, and a window with curtains.

Superior Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a coffee table, a TV, a desk, and a wardrobe.

Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a framed picture on the wall, and a curtain on the window.

Deluxe Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Chalet

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Lilongwe, Sunbird Lilongwe is in the city center and in a state park. National Herbarium and Botanic Gardens of Malawi and Four Seasons are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Old Town Mall and Lilongwe City Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Civic Stadium or Bingu National Stadium. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course nearby, or seek out an adventure with ecotours. Visit our Lilongwe travel guide
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44 Kamuzu Procession Road, Off Chilambula Road, Lilongwe

What's nearby

  • Old Town Mall
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Lilongwe City Mall
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lilongwe Golf Course
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kamuzu Central Hospital
    4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Bingu National Stadium
    8 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • KFC
    3 min drive
  • Bombay Palace
    7 min walk
  • Mugg & Bean
    2 min drive
  • Uka Coffee
    6 min drive
  • Ama Khofi
    7 min drive

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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 (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Patio Restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Low-height bed
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Low-height door lock
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: MWK 93250.00 per person (one-way)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Sunbird Lilongwe have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.

Is Sunbird Lilongwe 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 Sunbird Lilongwe?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sunbird Lilongwe?

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

Does Sunbird Lilongwe provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of MWK 93250.00 per person applies.

Where is Sunbird Lilongwe located?

This family-friendly Lilongwe hotel is located in a state park, within a 10-minute walk of Old Town Mall and Lilongwe City Mall. Lilongwe Golf Course and Civic Stadium are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Sunbird Lilongwe Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

7.2

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 127 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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An excellent, clean and safe, place to stay with family. One can not go wrong with staying at this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very good, and the overall look and feel of the place was comfortable. The chefs were good but the selection of food available was limited. The staff was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and comfortable. Stuff where amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

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Clean, staff friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything especially the stuff very nice polite people
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

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The hotel was clean and quiet and the staff were wonderful. My only complaint is that many of the things I wanted to order off the menu were unavailable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice friendly polite stuff always there when you need help.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Sunbird Lilongwe - great hotel

Lovely hotel well located in town. My airconditioning was not working and though it took a while, the team actually changed the compressor the same evening and ensured I got a good night's rest. Above & beyond. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Thank you for excellent service

Excellent superb service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

staff members, were very friendly and helpful. The room was too small for 2 people. The descripiton was for deluxe room
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

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

Great Place to Stay

The Sunbird Lilongwe is a very nice place to stay when traveling. The staff if all amazing - very helpful and accomodating. Yasmin in the restaurant was great at serving our table. The one problem was the Wifi. It would not stay connected and we constantly had to log in. Also turn down service was hit or miss. Some nights we had it some nights we didn't. There was also a beautiful pool and nice fitness center. Overall we would definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
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6/10 Okay

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Not worth the money but good location

We hoped for solid wifi and some luxury on this stay… the place is nice, but needs maintenance (eg bathroom door lock missing, mosquito nets didn’t work). The Wi-Fi kept kicking you off and you had to log in repeatedly with a code that’s not memorable. Didn’t think it was worth the money. The location is good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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I stayed for two nights in a one bedroom "Delux Chalet" which had a nice patio so you could sit outside and enjoy the sunshine. The room was very nice with a draw-around mosquito net on the bed which I didn't use. The bathroom had been completely renovated with floor to ceiling ceramic tiles with a full-sized bathtub at one end and a large shower at the other end. The room is extremely quiet at night and only the sounds of ducks quacking in the morning...no roosters! The complimentary breakfast served in the dining room patio area is absolutely terrific. The fried Chombo fish is caught fresh in Lake Malawi about an hour away. I passed on the fish. The sausages are very tasty and the bacon is quite thick. There is a girl behind the buffet-style breakfast bar that will make you an omelette or an egg any way you want it. The hotel staff are very polite and accommodating. For local transportation I highly recommend "B &C" taxi. This is also the same driver the hotel uses whenever guests need a taxicab. I would caution anyone arriving at the Lilongwe airport to not use any of the cab drivers that hang out at the airport. Their cars are run down, their fuel guages are all well below the "empty" line, and they charge too much for a ride to Lilongwe. You should not pay more than 60,000 Kwatchas for the 35-minute ride from the airport to town. Better that you call the front desk at the Lilongwe Sunbird Hotel and ask them to send their driver to the airport to pick you up.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Will be better when works finished road repaired
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great..
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic service at the reception
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was basic
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel within few mins walk of the malls and markets of the Old Town.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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The service is excellent and the staff are all friendly and professional. They were timely in delivering room service. Breakfast was great, great customer service. I really enjoyed my stay and most definitely, I will be staying there again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

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The rooms were nice and the staff was super helpful and friendly. The hotel is convenient to being in the city center. Would recommend staying her for work or tourist travel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Short trip to Lilongwe

Excellent service!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel except for the food.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Amenities
Rooms and property was in need of updating. Dinner took sooo long and was not quality food
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025