Njaya Lodge

3.0 star property
Beachside fun near Ilala Ferry Port

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On the beach
Exterior
Panoramic Cottage, 2 Double Beds, Beach View | Terrace/patio
Premier Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Beach View
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$94
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct

Explore the area

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Chikale Beach, Nkhata Bay
  • Place, Chikale Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Kande Beach
  • Place, Ilala Ferry Port
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mzuzu (ZZU)

Room options

Economy Room, Multiple Beds, Garden View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Desk
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Panoramic Cottage, 2 Double Beds, Beach View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Desk
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Premier Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Beach View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Desk
  • 5 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Economy Triple Room, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Panoramic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Beach View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Panoramic Cottage, 2 Double Beds, Beach View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Economy Room, Multiple Beds, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Desk
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Honeymoon Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Beach View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Desk
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Panoramic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Beach View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Panoramic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Beach View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Panoramic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Beach View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Panoramic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Beach View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Triple Room, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Nkhata Bay

At Njaya Lodge you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Lake Malawi and within 15 minutes of Chikale Beach. Highlights at this beachfront lodge include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This beach lodge offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 1:00 PM. There's also the convenience of airport pick-up service. .With a stay at this 3-property class Nkhata Bay lodge, you'll be 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Ilala Ferry Port and 46.3 km (28.8 mi) from Mzuzu Wildlife Conservation Park.

What's nearby

  • Chikale Beach - 14 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ilala Ferry Port - 7 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Museum - 58 min drive - 57.7 km
  • Mzuzu Stadium - 60 min drive - 58.1 km

Getting around

  • Mzuzu (ZZU) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sahara Leisures - Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mkana Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Crest View - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kaya Papaya - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Njaya Lodge

Beachside fun near Ilala Ferry Port
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available on request) and a ferry terminal shuttle are available for a fee. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Njaya Lodge. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Nkhata Bay lodge.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 16 buildings
  • Built in 1993
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Njaya Lodge offers 16 accommodations with a ceiling fan. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Airport pick-up shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours on request
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 3 to 10 for adults and USD 3 to 8 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat tours

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • 16 buildings
  • Built in 1993
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 2:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive key retrieval information

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • 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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 3 to 10 for adults and USD 3 to 8 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 170 per vehicle

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
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, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Njaya Lodge Nkhata Bay
Njaya Lodge
Njaya Nkhata Bay
Njaya
Njaya Lodge Malawi/Nkhata Bay
Njaya Lodge Lodge
Njaya Lodge Nkhata Bay
Njaya Lodge Lodge Nkhata Bay

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Njaya Lodge?

Njaya Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Njaya Lodge?

As of 15 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Njaya Lodge on 24 Oct 2025 start from NZ$94.29, 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 Njaya Lodge?

Yep, Njaya Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Njaya Lodge?

Yep, Njaya Lodge is a short 15-minute walk from Chikale Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and kayaking. You can also find boat tours.

What makes Njaya Lodge a romantic place to stay?

Ocean-view dining and a lounge bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Njaya Lodge.

Is Njaya Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals, laundry facilities and a BBQ, it's no surprise that Njaya Lodge is a hit with families.

Does Njaya Lodge serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily between 6:30 AM and 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Njaya Lodge?

No, but there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Njaya Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Njaya Lodge?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 2:00 PM.