Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Hostellerie de France $$$
( 01-669626;
www.hostellerie-de-france.com
;
cnr Chilomoni Ring Rd & Kazuni Close;
standard d/tr/f from US$60/70/100; )
You'll find everything you need here,
from standard rooms, to executive doubles, apartments and family suites, and there are
discounts for long stayers.
The swimming pool (and attached Jacuzzi!) looks out across the valley to Mt Ndirande
and there's a restaurant with a pretty sophisticated menu (garlic mussels, goose-liver pâte,
rabbit in white wine and mustard) and excellent French wines. Staff can also organise
great-value car rental.
GUESTHOUSE
Malawi Sun Hotel $$$
( 01-824808;
www.malawisunhotel.com
; Robins Rd; s/d from US$126/160;
)
This comfortable hotel has an imposing African-style lounge with great mountain
views. There's a tempting swimming pool, internet area, plus the flavoursome Deepend
Grill, a chic spot for Western fare, ice cream and cocktails. Rooms are decent and very
fresh with DSTV, comfy beds, bathrooms and air-con.
Choose from the main building or chalets. Also on-site, the Aamari restaurant serves
everything from pasta and curries to beef stew and
nshima
(mains MK1000) and there's
also a fast-food court nearby.
HOTEL
Kabula Lodge $$
( 01-821216;
www.kabulalodge.co.mw
; off Michiru Rd, Kabula Hill; dm/s/d with
shared bathroom US$10/15/30, r US$40; )
Hidden down an exclusive street on the
crest of a hill, northwest of the city centre, Kabula enjoys peace aplenty and scenic moun-
tain views on both sides. The rooms are equally pleasing with wrought-iron beds, minimal
decor, DSTV and fans and bathrooms. Dinner can be requested; alternatively there's a TV
lounge and a self-catering kitchen. Rates include breakfast.
LODGE
Pedro's Lodge $$$
( 01-833430;
www.pedroslodge.com
; 9 Smythe Rd, Sunnyside; s/d US$75/105;
)
There are eight rooms in this large house set in leafy gardens. Rooms have
homy interiors and tasteful fresh linen, DSTV and restful views. Best of all it's peaceful.
There's even a large and very soppy dog to keep you company.
LODGE
Hotel Victoria $$$
HOTEL
