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Woodlands Lilongwe

3.0 star property
Riverfront lodge with 2 restaurants and free breakfast

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2 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; Indian cuisine
Free minibar items, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
Outdoor pool
BBQ/picnic area
Located by the river, Woodlands Lilongwe offers a serene retreat with a poolside bar and a picturesque terrace. Savor lunch or dinner at one of the two restaurants, unwind in the garden, and enjoy Indian cuisine with free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 368
AED 435 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar

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Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Youth Drive, City Centre, PO Box 279, Lilongwe

What's nearby

  • Lilongwe Wildlife Centre - 3 min walk
  • Parliament Building - 14 min walk
  • Kamuzu Central Hospital - 3 min drive
  • Lilongwe City Mall - 4 min drive
  • Kamuzu Mausoleum - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Lilongwe (LLW-Kamuzu Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Orchid Cafe & Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Blue Ginger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Vincent Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coco's @ August House - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Woodlands Lilongwe

Lodge by the river
Free English breakfast, a poolside bar, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Woodlands Lilongwe. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy lunch, dinner, light fare, and Indian cuisine. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and a TV in the lobby
  • A 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services
Room features
All guestrooms at Woodlands Lilongwe boast perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like minibars (stocked with some free items) and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with digital channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 10 per 24-hour period)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 2-device limit

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 6:30 AM–9 AM
  • 2 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 poolside bar and 1 bar

Restaurants on site

  • Woodies

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • In-room accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Digital channels
  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (some items)

More

  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 30.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 10 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 35.00 per vehicle (one way)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 30.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Free WiFi in public areas has a 2-device limit

Property is also known as

Woodlands Lilongwe Lodge
Woodlands Lilongwe
Woodlands Lilongwe Lodge
Woodlands Lilongwe Lilongwe
Woodlands Lilongwe Lodge Lilongwe

Frequently asked questions

Does Woodlands Lilongwe have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Woodlands Lilongwe pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Woodlands Lilongwe?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Woodlands Lilongwe?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Woodlands Lilongwe?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Woodlands Lilongwe provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 7:00 AM–5:00 PM on request. A fee of USD 35.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Woodlands Lilongwe located?

Situated on a river, this lodge is within a 15-minute walk of Parliament Building and Tobacco Auction Floors. Kamuzu Central Hospital and Kamuzu Mausoleum are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Woodlands Lilongwe Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Chris, Maple Ridge

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying here this year. It wasn't as good as the previous stay. It is still comfortable and safe with the chalets being large with great bathroom facilities. However the WiFi this time around was poor and not working in my room. When I asked about it I was told to connect to the next room which didn’t help much. I expected a lot more based on my previous experience. The food in the restaurant is very good and if you like Indian food there is a great selection. I will still come back because there is more to life than having quality WiFi.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay at Woolands! Location, food and service are perfect every time. Even had a few “bush buck” come around the chalet for feeding along with the monkeys. Like a safari in town!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love my stays here at Woodlands. Always clean, safe and the food and view is impeccable. Staff is always welcoming and warm. Definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great place to rest after a long trip. The shuttle from the airport was easy to find with a great driver. The staff was friendly and helpful. The room was little a private cottage that was clean, safe and comfortable. Great views of nature and wildlife. Great accommodating restaurant on site that stayed open late and opened early. Ate three meals there that were very good. Great value for a beautiful place. Will definitely stay there again when going back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris, Maple Ridge

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were big with a large bathroom and shower. Two beds pushed together to make one large bed. Bed was very comfortable. Linen was very comfortable as well. Each room has its own dedicated wifi which is the best I ever had in Lilongwe. Loved the monkeys that seem to have the run of the place at times. Makes for a great show. Had my morning coffee on the front porch while the monkeys gave me a wonderful show. Breakfast was amazing and you can get your eggs cooked anyway you like. Was very delicious. The restaurant has lots of food choices including a large selection of Indian cuisine. Very close to Lilongwe city center. I highly recommend Woodlands should you need a place to stay. You can’t go wrong here. Thanks to the staff and management. Job well done.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don, Portland

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Being so close to the wildlife centre, I saw more animals sitting on my porch than I did in the reserve itself. The food at the restaurant was delicious and staff were attentive. The owner had the courtesy of introducing himself and seeing if everything was fine. Rooms were spacious and the grounds were clean. I enjoyed my stay here and would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

WENDY MARGARET

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Mike

Traveled with partner
I last stayed here 7 years ago and have known it for over 30 years in its previous incarnation. It does not change. The woodland is lovely and it is tranquil. Duiker can be seen in the grounds. The Indian food is excellent. There are multiple minor faults in the chalet rooms which seem to reflect a lack of supervision of staff. The breakfast, which is in a dismal room, is depressingly bad with no-one monitoring the quite meagre buffet.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place!
Loved this place. Nice setting, great food, nice rooms, monkeys!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jasbir

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property set in a state park like setting in the heart of Lilongwe. The staff was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don, Portland

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
In my opinion, the restaurant offers the best food I've eaten in all of Malawi. The owner visits restaurant patrons every evening. While the rooms need a bit of updating, the property is quiet and scenic.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Don, Portland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff and delicious Indian food in the restaurant. We all enjoyed our stay, and will be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Don, Portland

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very accommodating and helped me out of a scheduling mistake I made. The food is some of the best in all of Malawi and the owner is often in the restaurant visiting tables.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay--clean, friendly staff, great food. Fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is too old and needs some refurbishing in the bathrooms
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent restaurant, nice cottages and grounds
Overall excellent stay. Food at the restaurant is superb. Grounds are well-maintained and quite nice. Cottages are private, are secure and roomy, and come with A/C, Wifi, television. Walking distance to a nice wildlife sanctuary. Cons: cottages could be a bit better cleaned and updated. Overall would recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Tim

Liked: Staff & service
Seen better days
This hotel has seen better days. It seems to need some repairs and the shower was not overly clean, potentially mold as can be seen in the picture. The wifi in our room did not work, reception said it would be fixed but no one showed up in the two nights we stayed there. If you want to use wifi in the restaurant/bar you have to pay an extra fee which seems weird as I am already paying to be a guest at the hotel and the wifi in the room doesnt work. The food from the restaurant is fine, nothing to rave over. The staff are friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
If only it was an Indian restaurant...
Stayed here for two nights, staff amazingly friendly and helpful, lodges a bit tired but great surroundings. The place is run by an Indian family and the owner cannot be more helpful or friendly. I have to say that the Indian food I eat on both nights was amongst the best I’ve eaten anywhere in the world, it was simply stunning. The hotel has 3 Indian chefs and on both nights local members of the Indian community were dining in large numbers always a good sign. The chicken tika starter was huge and to die for. Unfortunately I can’t recommend for business travellers as the WiFi was poor, it cut out frequently and was totally unreliable to the point of extreme frustration. I changed lodges but to little effect. So, amazing restaurant, great staff, dreadful WiFi so if you’re in Lilongwe on business you might want to stay elsewhere unless you love amazing Indian food
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mikhail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Peaceful Woodlands
Beautiful and tranquil place inside of gorgeous and peaceful park away from heat and bustling city. A lot of trees, shade and calmness. Only issue I had was cabin 6 which had WiFi problem so they moved me to number 9 which was better. Only thing with design about this property is swimming pool which is literally attached to the restaurant and makes it less comfortable. But place is awesome and food is good.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019