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Sunbird Lilongwe

3.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; garden views
Lobby
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; garden views
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Studio

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct

Explore the area

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44 Kamuzu Procession Road, Off Chilambula Road, Lilongwe
  • Place, Lilongwe City Mall
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Town Mall
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kamuzu Central Hospital
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lilongwe (LLW-Kamuzu Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Chalet

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Studio

Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Chalet

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2

Studio

  • Sleeps 2

About the area

Lilongwe

A family-friendly stay in the heart of Lilongwe awaits you at Sunbird Lilongwe. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Old Town Mall and Lilongwe City Mall. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .The restaurant, The Patio Restaurant, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms, a conference centre, and a business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a children's swimming pool and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Lilongwe hotel include Lilongwe Golf Course and Civic Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Lilongwe City Mall - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Old Town Mall - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lilongwe Golf Course - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kamuzu Central Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Bingu National Stadium - 8 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Lilongwe (LLW-Kamuzu Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wimpy - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coco's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Elly B's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sunbird Lilongwe

Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Sunbird Lilongwe offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. The family-friendly Sunbird Lilongwe also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and concierge services. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Lilongwe hotel.

  • 1 floor
  • 94 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Sunbird Lilongwe offers 94 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. This Lilongwe hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return 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
  • 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 centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • 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

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Sunbird Lilongwe

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: MWK 50000.00 per person (one-way)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 cash
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Sunbird Hotel Lilongwe
Sunbird Lilongwe
Sunbird Lilongwe Hotel
Sunbird Lilongwe Hotel Lilongwe
Sunbird Lilongwe Hotel
Sunbird Lilongwe Lilongwe
Sunbird Lilongwe Hotel Lilongwe

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sunbird Lilongwe?

Sunbird Lilongwe offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunbird Lilongwe?

As of 15 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunbird Lilongwe on 17 Oct 2025 start from NZ$246.74, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Sunbird Lilongwe?

Yep, Sunbird Lilongwe has a free self car park.

Does Sunbird Lilongwe have a pool?

Sunbird Lilongwe has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

What makes Sunbird Lilongwe a romantic place to stay?

Garden-view dining and a lounge bar, as well as rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Sunbird Lilongwe.

Is Sunbird Lilongwe family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and babysitting services, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Sunbird Lilongwe is a hit with families.

Does Sunbird Lilongwe serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary full brekkie is available daily between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sunbird Lilongwe?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Sunbird Lilongwe?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sunbird Lilongwe?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sunbird Lilongwe?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Sunbird Lilongwe?

There isn't one on site, but Lilongwe Golf Course is a short 15-minute walk away.

Reviews

Sunbird Lilongwe Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 113 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable. Stuff where amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tushar

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
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

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Seung

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Esther, Elk Grove

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It worked for the purpose of the trip. Nothing extra ordinary to compliment on. Staff was great, except for one lady in the dining area, who was kind of annoying!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shamit

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

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

8/10 Good

Alex

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Neil

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

10/10 Excellent

kiho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Momade Icbal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, staff friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Angus

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

Thank you for excellent service

Excellent superb service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angus

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

Short trip to Lilongwe

Excellent service!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

rahul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

6/10 Okay

Dan

Business traveller
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Run down and dated
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Chantal

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Kerry

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

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

2/10 Terrible

Alan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Abbey

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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