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Malaika Beach Resort

4.0 star property
Beach hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa

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Private beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
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Exterior
Executive Suite | View from room
Standard Double or Twin Room | View from room
Malaika Beach Resort welcomes visitors with warm sand and clear waters. Guests can book a beach massage, relax by the private pool, or let children splash in their own pool. Enjoy two international restaurants, archery for fun, and a 24/7 health club.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Room service

Room options

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, free toiletries, hair dryer

Standard Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 205 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Villa

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 301 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Executive Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 323 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
Illemela, Mwanza, 2400

What's nearby

  • Rock Beach Garden - 13 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Mwanza Port - 14 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Saanane National Park - 14 min drive - 13.4 km
  • St. Augustine University of Tanzania - 24 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Sukuma Museum / Bujora Cultural Center - 33 min drive - 33.5 km

Getting around

  • Mwanza (MWZ) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cask Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Uhondo Take Away - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Olympic Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rooftop Restaurant & Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪HOTEL KINGDOM - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Malaika Beach Resort

Upscale family-friendly hotel
Take advantage of a free roundtrip airport shuttle, a beach bar, and a poolside bar at Malaika Beach Resort. With a private beach, beach massages, and sun loungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Indulge in a hot stone massage, aromatherapy, and a body treatment at the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and international cuisine. Enjoy the 24-hour health club, as well as activities like archery. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • Express check-out, babysitting (surcharge), and beach towels
  • A banquet hall, a TV in the lobby, and meeting rooms
Room features
All 50 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like separate sitting areas and separate dining areas.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Separate sitting areas, separate dining areas, and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Archery
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property is also known as

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Malaika Beach Resort Hotel
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Malaika Beach Resort Hotel Mwanza

Frequently asked questions

Does Malaika Beach Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Malaika Beach Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Malaika Beach Resort?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Malaika Beach Resort?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Malaika Beach Resort?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Malaika Beach Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is Malaika Beach Resort located?

This Mwanza hotel is on the beach, steps from Lake Victoria, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Rock Beach Garden and Mwanza Port. Saanane National Park is 7.5 mi (12.1 km) away.

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Malaika Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 74 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were amazingly helpful and friendly. The views over Lake Victoria were amazing too.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful venue with great food, unbelievably wonderful and welcoming staff, amazing masseuses, gorgeous pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The management was as excellent as the scenery. Both are two vital points for me to return for another stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The AC was not working until one of the stuff had to come and fix it then the switch for charging are not safe you should all watch out their switch outlet damaged my charger completely. When I called they said they will send a maintenance personel the next day. I slept with my phone off that forced me to go and buy another charger the next day. I would say the property is over priced and their services are poor. This place used to be the best not anymore poor management I guess.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely grounds with birds, flowers, lily pads and a gorgeous pool overlooking the lake. Staff is very helpful, breakfast is elaborate and atmosphere is peaceful. Close to airport so an prime location to recover from tiring air travel or prior to departing from Tanzania.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zubeir Yusuf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful. Shuttle crew/ service very good. Mr. Ali at the reception very knowledgeable and professional. Breakfast was good and very polite staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Claire

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I was miss lead, they told me they gave me an upgrade at no cost. The next morning I woke up with 2 inches of water all over the room. I had to call to be moved to an other room, the room was the same it is not an upgrade!! It was very difficult to get a gluten free meal. Most had no idea what is gluten.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Selemani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Resty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

YONAS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view to the lake Victotia is magnificent! The staff, service and amenities excellent.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

SHADRACK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere and quiet stay. Loved the beds
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

NEEMA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is beautiful, quiet, and has the most amazing spa. Terrific massage. The facilities are lovely, the food is great, and the manager (Ally is his name, but I might not be spelling it correctly) is beyond belief - very attentive, thoughtful, friendly and kind. I travel through Mwanza once or twice a year, and always book a relaxing layover here for me and my groups.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
-Internet connection was painful -Check in was careless and no information given -Be aware that there is a club nearby and on Fridays music is blasting till late in the night -Breakfast was poor and not fresh.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beach Resort on the Lake

A very entertainment based property with bars and restaurants overlooking the lake. Very close and convenient to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

HALIMA JUMA HABIB

Liked: Cleanliness
The set up of the property is amazing but not physically friendly for challenged guests as a lot of staircase up and down and limited lifts in certain areas only.Have to improve a lot on their restaurants the food is of very poor qualities for a beautiful place like that and expensive!.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Malaika is my to go to place whenever I need peace of mind.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great place! Excellent service and beautiful setting, unbelievable breakfast buffet!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Camila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hospitality is above & beyond
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our son, who works in Mwanza, recommended that we stayed at Malaika. We were not disappointed. The staff were, without exception, friendly, helpful and courteous. The room was well equipped and was everything that we wanted. The dining options were excellent and the quality of the food was also very good indeed. If we ever go back to Mwanza, we would definitely stay at Malaika again - in a heartbeat.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay.

We would recommend this hotel. Buzzing with local nightlife, families, business and pleasure. You can’t go wrong but don’t be fooled by the name beach - you can’t swim in the lake at that point. Great swimming pool though.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Tropical resort on the Lake

Beautiful hotel with amazing gardens and pool. Right on Lake Victoria. Clean. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Truth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful property

Malaika Hotel was a good place to stay in Mwanza. The grounds are beautiful and well-kept. The staff was accommodating from getting us checked in early to assisting us with getting rides around Mwanza. The food was okay. Breakfast had a large range of buffet foods but none of them were excellent. There is someone making eggs, which was probably the best part of breakfast. I had tilapia one day. The food prices are a bit high but in line with a hotel standard. The pool area is nice and beautifully placed. I went in on a cooler day so didn't stay that long. There were children enjoying the inflatables provided. There were a lot of gnats in the water that weren't that visible until you were in the water. That also hurried my time. The room was spacious but not modern. The bathroom was huge and had a large soaking tub that we didn't use. The water was hot. There was a mini-bar that had some incorrect pricing, which scared us a bit to think that we had a Red Bull for 45,000. We were glad to learn there was an additional 0 at the end. The turndown service was a nice touch. They brought cookies and a chocolate each night and put down the mosquito nets. They should knock louder because I few times I just found them entering when I was in the room. That's quite uncomfortable. I loved that the property next door had a band and club during the weekend. There are several places to sit and relax and enjoy the views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Two Sheets

The stay was good. Wish there were 2 sheets on the bed. Comforter too much sometimes.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We got upgraded to deluxe rooms. It is very beautiful property. The property has something to offer for every age group. Fish ponds and Swimming pools were amazing. Staff was really friendly and helpful who were ready to help you anytime. I will recommend the property to everyone who is going to Mwanza. Only thing if someone is going for work purpose than it is far from the down town.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021