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Ilala Crest Lodge

3.0 star property

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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.
Executive Double Room, Garden View
A room with two wooden armchairs with green cushions, a wooden coffee table, and a zebra-patterned rug.
Hallway
Front of property

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$92
includes taxes & fees
22 July - 23 July

Explore the area

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Chimaliro Road, Mzuzu, Northern Region
  • Place, Mzuzu Stadium
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Chikale Beach
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mzuzu (ZZU)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | Living area

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive Double Room, Garden View

Executive Double Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bed with a white canopy, wooden headboard, and orange pillows.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A room with two wooden armchairs with green cushions, a wooden coffee table, and a zebra-patterned rug.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Mzuzu

At Ilala Crest Lodge you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Mzuzu Stadium and 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Museum. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free weekend breakfast. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and dry cleaning/laundry services. Each morning free English breakfast is offered between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Mzuzu hotel include Mzuzu University and Mzuzu Wildlife Conservation Park.

What's nearby

  • Mzuzu Stadium - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Museum - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Mzuzu University - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Chikale Beach - 57 min drive - 61.3 km

Getting around

  • Mzuzu (ZZU) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flavatos - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mzuzu Coffee Den - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cool Bean - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blue Tomato - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪A1 Restuarant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Ilala Crest Lodge

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

The business-friendly Ilala Crest Lodge also features an outdoor pool, dry cleaning/laundry services, and local meal delivery service. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Mzuzu hotel.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Ilala Crest Lodge offers 28 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Grand Palace Hotel
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  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Kids’ pool
  • Parking included
3.8 out of 5, Good, 34 reviews
The price is NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
22 July - 23 July
Grand Palace Hotel

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Ilala Crest Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.

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, debit cards and cash
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
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, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Ilala Crest Lodge?

Yep, Ilala Crest Lodge has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Ilala Crest Lodge?

As of 21 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ilala Crest Lodge on 22 Jul 2026 start from NZ$92, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Ilala Crest Lodge?

The closest beach to Ilala Crest Lodge is Chikale Beach (34.4 km).

Does Ilala Crest Lodge have a pool?

Ilala Crest Lodge has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Does Ilala Crest Lodge serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary English brekkie is available daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ilala Crest Lodge?

No, Ilala Crest Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Ilala Crest Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ilala Crest Lodge?

Check-out time is 9:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ilala Crest Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Ilala Crest Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

YUCHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast is really delicious, the room is clean, with great shower!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an excellent stay at Ilala Crest Lodge. Staff were incredibly friendly. I had a large well appointed room/ flat with sitting area and separate bedroom. Food in the restaurant was first class some of the best I have ever had in Africa. There is also a pleasant pool and bar area. The room rates are excellent compared to local competitors. Would highly recommend!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I have stayed at Ilala Crest 5 or 6 times, but was disappointed with food and service on the recent visit. At arrived for one breakfast before 8am and much of the cooked food had been used up. There was no attempt to cook more. In my next trip, I will look elsewhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our 4th visit to Ilala Crest. As always, the staff were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026