Thumbi View Lodge offers pet-friendly accommodations in Cape Maclear. Cape Maclear Scuba Diving Center is on site. Free private parking is available on site. Guests can enjoy a drink at the on-site bar or in the pool . The property also offers packed lunches. The property has a long private beach area with sun loungers . Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including snorkeling, diving, hiking trails, kayaking and sun set cruises.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
2 twin beds
1 king bed
and
1 bunk bed
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.4
High score for Cape Maclear
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Anna
    United States of America United States of America
    Wonderful staff, beautiful outlook, rooms with fans, good water pressure in the shower.
  • Conor
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The view is simply perfect from the hotel. Sunset over Lake Malawi is the stuff of dreams. Terrace and pool could be sat at all day. Reading and lazing about and cheap drinks on tap. Evening meals were good value home cooking. Breakfast was...
  • Shiri
    Israel Israel
    the room was great, super nice bed, great hot shower, good food, nice pool and best location!

Hosted by Our lovely kitchen team

9.4
9.4
Host Review Score
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Our lovely kitchen team
In Cape Maclear the sparkling lake and the beauty of the surrounding Mountains all combine to make Thumbi view lodge a dream destination. Have an ice cold drink in our pool whilst watching the most amazing sunset, do see it from our catamaran sailing around the island. Kayak rentals, hiking trails, boat cruises, lounging on the beach, just to mention some of the things to do. All our rooms are en-suite, even the dorms!
Swim with the fabulous Malawi cichlids, snorkel, kayak, scuba dive, island boat trips, sunset cruises, hiking trails and the most amazing sunsets are all on offer. Or relax on a beach lounger, keeping on touch with friends back home on Wi-Fi that covers the whole lodge, or have a drink in the bar whilst watching your favourite team win via satellite televisions
Come experience life in the small fishing village, also know as Chembe village.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      African • American • Indian • Italian • Mexican • Local • International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Thumbi View Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Beachfront
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Private beach area
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Cooking class
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkeling
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Game room
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Mosquito net
  • Private entrance
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool bar
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Yoga classes
  • Full-body massage
  • Couples' massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Thumbi View Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Check-out

Available 24 hours

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash Thumbi View Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Thumbi View Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

FAQs about Thumbi View Lodge

  • Thumbi View Lodge has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • Thumbi View Lodge is 1.3 miles from the center of Cape Maclear. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Thumbi View Lodge is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Room options at Thumbi View Lodge include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Family
    • Bed in Dorm

  • Guests staying at Thumbi View Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • American
    • À la carte

  • Thumbi View Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Game room
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Beachfront
    • Cooking class
    • Neck massage
    • Themed dinners
    • Private beach area
    • Swimming pool
    • Full-body massage
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Back massage
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Couples' massage
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Yoga classes
    • Beach
    • Walking tours

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Yes, Thumbi View Lodge is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at Thumbi View Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.