Northern Mozambique
Located in a renovated 400-year-old house, the island's only backpackers is a good one. It has dorm beds upstairs and downstairs, twin and double rooms, a…
Must-see hotels in Zambia, Malawi & Mozambique
Northern Mozambique
Mooxeleliya (the Makua name translates roughly as, ‘Did you rest well?’) has five simple but spacious, high-ceilinged rooms upstairs and two darker, three…
Northern Mozambique
This long-standing, local-style guesthouse has small, clean rooms crowded behind the restaurant-bar area. Each room has one small double bed. While it’s…
Maputo
Centrally located just off Praça da Independência and opposite the cathedral, the 200-room Pestana Rovuma has well-appointed rooms, a small gym, a…
Mozambique
Far more than a hotel, the Paraíso is like a mini village, offering all manner of rooms, a newly refurbished cinema, billiard tables, a good restaurant…
Zambia
This scenic camp on the sandy banks of the Zambezi, about 5km from Ngonye Falls, is a laid-back spot where you can pitch a tent (or hire one of theirs) or…
Pemba
Kauri isn't technically on Wimbi Beach; it's on Nanhimbe Beach, the continuation of Wimbi to the east. Rooms are set in modern square, orange blocks right…
Northern Mozambique
Just off the main road through town, the Mtima has two classes of room: the basic variety with shared bucket bathroom, and some newer pews with air-con…
Malawi
Set back from the main drag, off M’Mbelwa Rd, Mimosa is a little worn at the edges, but it's efficiently run, friendly and dependable. Rooms are spacious,…
Northern Mozambique
Built on the back of Palma's gas boom, this well-appointed new hotel is aimed mainly at business people. Twelve spick-and-span rooms are arranged in smart…
Maputo
Set attractively directly on the water (although there’s no beach swimming), Southern Sun has comfortable rooms, attentive service, a small gym and a…
Zambia
Set on a lovely lawned estate abutting the golf course, this unpretentious lodge offers a homely atmosphere with plenty of local flair. There's spacious…
Malawi
On the Lichenya Plateau, this basic cottage is a step up from the forestry huts found elsewhere in the mountains, with utensils in the kitchen, plus…
Zambia
Around 1km from the main gate is this basic bush lodge and campground offering dorms, rondavels and campsites. It's not the most scenic in the park (most…
Zambia
The best accommodation in Senanga are these comfortable rondavels with splendid views over the Zambezi plains. It's spoiled only by the giant satellite TV…
Zambia
In the far northern part of the park, Sikale is the place to camp for those wanting to see wildebeest during the drier months. Lions also often head up…
Northern Mozambique
At the far northern end of the beach, nZuwa offers a rustic, undone Mozambique beach paradise where comfort doesn't have to be compromised. It's all palm…
Zambia
Life indeed is more peaceful out west, where the tranquil Luwombwa Lodge is built directly overlooking its namesake river – which flows all the way into…
Zambia
An attractive campsite by the Kasanka River, Pontoon is a good spot for sitatunga sightings and birdwatching, plus blue monkeys sometimes pass through. It…
Zambia
Opening its doors in late-2016, King Lewanika Lodge has six architecturally designed villas that all overlook the plains, which are rich with wildebeest…
Mozambique
This recently renovated Portuguese-owned place has modern, dare we say funky rooms done out with sparkling tiles, although most only have interior windows…
Lusaka
One of Lusaka's best choices for a business hotel is this reliable four-star chain. While don't expect too much in the way of views (a rarity in Lusaka),…
Zambia
In a quiet residential street, this lovely guesthouse combines a homely feel with all the mod cons. Decent rooms come with wi-fi, fridge, air-con and…
Mozambique
This recently renovated option puts on a good show, with tastefully decorated if small rooms equipped with water bottles, kettle, assorted toiletries and…
Malawi
As well as a good restaurant, Casa Mia has peaceful rooms opening onto a lawn and dinky pool. Rooms are perfect for a short or long stay, with tiled…
Livingstone
The sister lodge to the popular Jollyboys Backpackers, this camp offers a more chilled out alternative for those not wanting a boisterous hostel…
Residencial Duqueza de Connaught
Maputo
This lovely, quiet, eight-room boutique hotel is in a restored home with polished wood, linen bedding and spotless rooms. Meals can be arranged with…
Northern Mozambique
Newly opened in 2016, the Chambo hosts three simple but beautifully sited bamboo bungalows right on the beach beside Lake Niassa. On offer are meals, a…
Zambia
Chimfunshi's cottages are in the mould of your typical bare-bones national park–style lodging, but they're perfectly functional with bed and mozzie net…
Zambia
Flying the flag in Luambe National Park as the only camp within the park, this lodge is run by a team of passionate conservationists. Still under…
Mozambique
This popular hotel opposite Praça dos Heróis has two levels of motel-style rooms arranged around a central pool and restaurant. It's nothing to look at…
Northern Mozambique
The butik (boutique) suggestion is probably stretching it, but this relatively new 21-room hotel is a comfortable and functional place to stay in the…
Mozambique
One of numerous guesthouse options in the Ponta Gêa neighbourhood, Aulio's looks good from the outside and keeps up the image inside with large, clean…
Maputo
This three-star establishment in the upper part of town has small but well-appointed rooms with TV, plus good service and facilities, a business centre, a…
Malawi
This large house in leafy gardens has eight rooms, a bar-restaurant serving Portuguese and other dishes, and a large and soppy dog to keep you company…
Zambia
Compared to other choices in town, the Protea is absolutely luxurious. A rather grand lobby and rooms with hardwood floors, an outdoor pool with lounge…
Zambia
Close to the centre of town, this modern and well-run place sees its fair share of conferences, weddings and the like. The rooms are plainly decorated but…
Maputo
The pluses at this tidy, whitewashed establishment are its aesthetics and its convenient central location. Rooms – most clustered around the pool in a…
Lilongwe
Anglican-owned St Peter's has four pleasant rooms next to a red-brick church. All rooms and the four-bed dorm are en suite. It's very peaceful, with a…
Zambia
A new, and rather garish, resort-style hotel, Chita is built on a hill overlooking the water. Rooms are modern, but are lacking in character. At the time…
