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About this property

Accommodations Features: Soul Rebel Lodge & Backpackers in Nkhata Bay offers a private beach area, sun terrace, and lush garden. Guests enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant, bar, and outdoor fireplace. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves African, Italian, Mexican, Argentinian, pizza, seafood, Spanish, local, international, and barbecue grill cuisines. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options are available. Amenities and Services: The hostel provides private check-in and check-out, a paid shuttle service, lounge, minimarket, evening entertainment, and live music. Additional facilities include a squash court, outdoor seating, picnic area, and bicycle parking. Local Attractions: Located 6.8 mi from Vizara Rubber Plantations Malawi and 27 mi from Mzuzu Wildlife Conservation Park. Guests enjoy scenic lake and mountain views.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Number of guests
 
1 full bed
2 twin beds
1 full bed
1 bunk bed
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Timothy
    United States United States
    Wonderful setting. Friendly and helpful staff. Delicious food. Good pricing.
  • Kei
    Japan Japan
    The lodge is located right in front of Lake Malawi, offering a stunning view! Really enjoyed the peaceful sound of the waves, watching the sunrise in the morning, and the stars at night. It’s also within walking distance to the town, which made...
  • Anne
    Belgium Belgium
    This is a wonderful place along the Lake Malawi , the staff is extremely helpful and nice . You meet all kind of people with whom you can share your experience and the wifi works well .
  • Luke
    Australia Australia
    Best choice in Nkhata Bay. Great views, lakeside and dorm beds are huge and well designed. Close to town for cheap restaurants and supermarkets.
  • Kymberly
    France France
    I stayed 3 nights and it’s the perfect place to relax and take a break during backpacking. The lake is beautiful and such a good view from the room. Not much food options in town so you have to eat there but the food options are good. It has a...
  • Joe
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I stayed in the mixed dorm , which was awesome, large private beds , comfortable, with great lockers ( you do need your own pad lock though). The staff were lovely, the views , the lake , the gardens were stunning! It was definitely a slice of...
  • Caroline
    United States United States
    Very flexible and allowed me to change my reservation twice even though it was officially not changeable and they could have charged me in full. Food and service was excellent!
  • Alexandra
    United States United States
    Great spot with beautiful views of the lake and the port. Central location to town, yet also felt very quiet, chill, and away from it all. Lots of beautiful common spaces by the water, or in the bar/restaurant area to relax or socialize. Staff...
  • Vako
    Armenia Armenia
    Nice location up the hill yet on the beach. Yes! Good staff, very helpful. Cheap beer and food. Was lucky got the whole room.in my own. Go up the varanda. The view is great from.there.
  • Wilson
    Malawi Malawi
    As soon as we walked in, we knew we were in capable, professional hands. Friendliness without pushiness was the vibe. Also, the food was good, the beach lovely, We used the paddle boards loads. The vibes at the place were excellent. We met...

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      African • Argentinian • Italian • Mexican • Pizza • Seafood • Spanish • Local • International • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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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
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

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Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.