Northwest of the city centre, off Michiru Rd, this place is highly recommended. Dorms have only two or three beds and rates for the spotless, comfortable rooms include breakfast. A cool veranda wraps around the back of the building, offering great views of the city. The friendly … Full Lonely Planet Review ›

In the centre, this is the Malawian Institute of Tourism training school and has super-eager staff and bright airy corridors but tight rooms. The facilities are good, however, and there's secure parking. The attached Kachere Restaurant (three-course dinner USaround 10) is good va… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Large hotel near the bus station. It has a rather clinical feel to it, but the rooms are good value (although they could do without the wall-to-wall, plush maroon carpeting) and the premises secure. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This small and welcoming guesthouse has five rooms with large baths and DSTV. The house itself sits in a massive garden and is a great place to shut yourself away from the noise of the city. Rates include breakfast. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

A homely little place, off Michiru Rd, with just four bedrooms, a swimming pool and gardens with excellent views of the surrounding hills. There's also a TV lounge and a self-service 'honesty' bar. There's no restaurant as such but meals can be provided if you ask in advance. All… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

An alternative for those with wheels. Here you can park and camp on the edge of the playing fields. Rates include club membership, so you can use the showers and restaurant inside. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Popular with business travellers, it also has all the required facilities although is not quite as swish as Ryalls Protea Hotel. Ask for a room at the back - they have balconies with grand views over the hills. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Very classy old-fashioned place, with a grand entrance hall and sophisticated rooms decorated with old black-and-white photos and African artefacts. It's also home to the superb eatery, 21 Grill on Hanover. Full Lonely Planet Review ›