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Kaya Mawa

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront lodge with free breakfast

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Private beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Lake Malawi, Likoma Island
  • Ilala Ferry Landing
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • St. Peter's Cathedral
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Likoma Island (LIX)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Msekwa

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Mbamba

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

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Ulisa

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

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Yofu

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

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Makungulu | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Makungulu

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Mbungo | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Mbungo

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

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Madimba | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Madimba

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Khuyu

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

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Mainja

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

About the neighborhood

Likoma Island

On the beach.At this Likoma Island lodge, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Malawi and 3 miles (5 km) of Ilala Ferry Landing. St. Peter's Cathedral is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.
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What's nearby

  • Ilala Ferry Landing - 9 min drive
  • St. Peter's Cathedral - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Likoma Island (LIX) - 7 min drive

About this property

Kaya Mawa

3.5-star beachfront lodge with free breakfast
Kaya Mawa is an all-inclusive lodge. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Step outside to unwind on the sand beach. Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. Summer fun is a breeze at Kaya Mawa with activities like snorkeling, scuba diving, and sailing.

Free breakfast is available daily. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2000
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Dining venue
Kaya Mawa offers 12 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and bathrobes. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. In-room massages and hair dryers can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Kaya Mawa

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

How close is Kaya Mawa to the airport?

Kaya Mawa is 2.2 mi (7-min drive) away from the Likoma Island (LIX) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Kaya Mawa have an airport shuttle?

Kaya Mawa offers a free airport shuttle, available on request.

How close is Kaya Mawa to the beach?

This lodge is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Kaya Mawa offer free breakfast?

Kaya Mawa offers free breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Kaya Mawa?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Kaya Mawa?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

Is there free parking at Kaya Mawa?

Free parking is not available at this lodge.

Does Kaya Mawa have a pool?

Kaya Mawa does not have a pool.

Does Kaya Mawa have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Kaya Mawa have a spa?

This lodge doesn't have a spa, but it does offer body scrubs, body treatments, and facials.

How close is Kaya Mawa to downtown Likoma Island?

Kaya Mawa is 0.1 mi away from Nkwazi Village.

Kaya Mawa Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

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