Hotels & places to stay in Zomba
89 places to stay in Zomba, S — ranked by guest rating and popularity.
About Zomba:Population 118,440949 m elevationAfrica/Blantyre timeAir quality Moderate (US AQI 56)
Where to stay in Zomba
Zomba has 43 places to stay on Where to Rest, a mix of hostels, hotels, and guesthouses.
The city sits at around 949 meters above sea level, so evenings can be cooler. The most comfortable time to visit is generally August to October.
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89 places to stay · 37 guest-rated · average 4.1★ — including 1 five-star hotels
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Guesthouse
Zomba Forest Lodge
Old Mountain Road, Old Up Road, Malawi
★ 5.0 (67)
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Hollywood hostel
J85M+V9V Hollywood hostel, Zomba, Malawi
★ 5.0 (2)
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BRATVA HOSTELs
J84Q+F2F BRATVA HOSTELs, Chikanda, Zomba, Malawi
★ 5.0 (1)
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Hillside Hostels
J85M+R79 Hillside Hostels, Zomba, Malawi
★ 5.0 (1)
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Malawi Defence Force Hostels
J895+CXX Malawi Defence Force Hostels, Zomba, Malawi
★ 5.0 (1)
Bed & Breakfast
Takonda BnB
J848+V57 Takonda BnB, Zomba, Malawi
★ 5.0 (1)
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Manja Lodge
J898+8QX Manja Lodge, Macleod Road, Zomba, Malawi
★ 4.8 (24)
Campsite
Trout Farm
★ 4.6 (7)
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Blend. Lodge & Kitchen
Off Kufa road, Behind police station, Zomba, Malawi
★ 4.5 (127)
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eCRG Park Guest House
Zomba, Malawi
★ 4.5 (13)
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N'thanda Hostel
J86M+294 N'thanda Hostel, Zomba, Malawi
★ 4.5 (2)
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ORANILA Hostel
J84M+XWR ORANILA Hostel, Chikanda, Zomba, Malawi
★ 4.5 (2)
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KAKA hostels
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★ 4.5
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Trinity Homes And Treats
★ 4.4 (31)♿
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Sunbird Ku Chawe
★ 4.3 (306)
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Akuka Guest Lodge
Turn off 4 miles road block, Zomba, Malawi
★ 4.3 (23)
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Villa Kupa
Zomba, Malawi
★ 4.2 (39)
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T&D Guest House
★ 4.1 (55)
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Mango Lodge
Chirunga Road
★ 4.1 (33)
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Wadonda Suites
J8HV+4RP Wadonda Suites, Road, Malawi
★ 4.1 (33)
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Chirunga Boys Hostel
J86Q+8Q2 Chirunga Boys Hostel, Zomba, Malawi
★ 4.1 (10)
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Peter's Lodge
J8GQ+9QF Peter's Lodge, Zomba, Malawi
★ 4.0 (11)
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Petit hostels
J85M+FX7 Petit hostels, Zomba, Malawi
★ 4.0 (5)
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Crystals Lodge
J822+5MV Crystals Lodge, Zomba, Malawi
★ 4.0 (4)
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MUMBA HOSTEL
J87Q+C82 MUMBA HOSTEL, Zomba, Malawi
★ 4.0 (1)
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Penapake ku Chawe
J8M8+7C Penapake ku Chawe, Zomba, Malawi
★ 4.0 (1)
Campsite
Trout Farm Campsite
J8W2+P76 Trout Farm Campsite, Kuchawe, Malawi
★ 3.9 (18)
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Splendor Hotel
Old Naisi RD
★ 3.9 (7)
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Hillspring Lodge
H75P+77P Hillspring Lodge, Chidothe, Malawi
★ 3.8 (16)♿
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Annie's Lodge
★ 3.6 (64)
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Hotel Masongola
★ 3.6 (10)
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Green City Premium Lodge
H73P+QH Green City Premium Lodge, Chidothe, Malawi
★ 3.1 (9)
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Masuku Lodge
J8CV+RFF Masuku Lodge, Road, Malawi
★ 3.0 (10)
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Bluegum Avenue Lodge
J878+H3H Bluegum Avenue Lodge, Masache Road, Zomba, Malawi
★ 3.0 (6)
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Fair Hills Guest House
M3, Zomba, Malawi
★ 3.0 (3)
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Naisi Spur
Zomba, Malawi
★ 3.0 (1)
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Domino Lodge Zomba
Old Naisi Road, Zomba, Malawi
★ 2.8 (11)
Motel
5Miles Lodge
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Beit Trust Hall
Campsite
Cassa Rossa Camping Ground
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Chilembwe Hall
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Chingwe hall
Zomba
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Chirunga Hall
Zomba
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Daliko Farm Resort
Liwenu Primary, M3, Chilema, Malawi
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Dunduzu Hall
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Grand
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Gweru Hall
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Hill Springs Lodge
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Hippo View Lodge
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Judy's Council Resthouse
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Kamuzu Hall
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Kanjedza Hall
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Kefi Hotel Café
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Kenyata Hall
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Khondowe Hall
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Lakeside Lodge, Salima
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Lubani Hall
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Makata Hall
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Masuku Cottage
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Masuku Cottage
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Mbelwa Hall
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Mulunguzi Riverside Lodge
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Mumba Hall
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Mwanza Hotel
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Ndendyera Lodge
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PaJokala
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Pakachere Backpackers Lodge
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Pakachere backpackers & creative centre
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Pangapanga Residence Zomba-Upper Darful
Upper Darfu Chilowa
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Peter's Lodge
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Peter's Lodge
Serviced Apartment
SM180
SM180 St Mary's
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Sangala Hall
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Shakespeare Hall
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Spar Lodge
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Splendor Hotel
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Swallow's Nest
Veterinary Road
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T & D Guesthouse
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Tchaka Hall
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Valley Hall
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Welcome Lodge Zomba
Namasalima turn off, Zomba, Malawi
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Zomba City Council Lodge
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Zomba Forest Lodge
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Zomba Forest Lodge
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Zomba Forest Lodge
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chikakuda
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kachere hall
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kwacha hall
Weather in Zomba
Best time to visit: August to October — typically pleasant, with comfortable temperatures and less rain.
26°
19°
Jan
27°
19°
Feb
26°
19°
Mar
25°
17°
Apr
24°
15°
May
22°
13°
Jun
22°
12°
Jul
25°
13°
Aug
27°
16°
Sep
29°
18°
Oct
29°
19°
Nov
27°
20°
Dec
Max/min °C with monthly precipitation. Climate normals via Open-Meteo.
Daylight hours in Zomba
12.9h
Jan
12.6h
Feb
12.2h
Mar
11.8h
Apr
11.4h
May
11.2h
Jun
11.3h
Jul
11.6h
Aug
12.0h
Sep
12.4h
Oct
12.8h
Nov
13.0h
Dec
Daylight hours (15th of each month).
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Staying in Zomba — FAQs
How many places to stay are there in Zomba?
There are 89 places to stay listed in Zomba on Where to Rest — hotels, guesthouses, hostels, apartments and more, with photos, guest ratings, amenities and booking links.
Where is the best place to stay in Zomba?
Top-rated stays in Zomba include 5Miles Lodge, Beit Trust Hall, Cassa Rossa Camping Ground. See our ranked list of the best places to stay in Zomba.