Mango Drift Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property

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Beach bar
Standard Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom, Lake View | Shared bathroom
Exterior
Private beach, free beach cabanas, sun-loungers, scuba diving
Standard Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom, Lake View

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • On private beach
    On private beach
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Restaurant
    Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
West side of the Island, Likoma Island, Northern Region
  • Ilala Ferry Landing
    8 min drive
  • St. Peter's Cathedral
    8 min drive
  • Likoma Island (LIX)
    6 min drive

Room options

Standard Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Shared Dormitory

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Large Twin Beds

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About this property

Mango Drift Lodge - Hostel

Beachfront hostel for sun and fun
At Mango Drift Lodge - Hostel, hit the private sand beach where you can enjoy snorkeling, then dine onsite at Onsite venue. Housekeeping is available on request.
Mango Drift Lodge - Hostel offers 9 accommodations. Rooms open to furnished patios. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include a private beach.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at Mango Drift Lodge - Hostel, you're just a quick walk from Lake Malawi. You'll find features like a restaurant, a beach bar, and breakfast (surcharge).
  • The restaurant, beach bar, and bar/lounge offer choices for drinking and dining
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • WiFi in some public areas for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
  • Onsite recreation includes a private beach, volleyball, and sailing
  • Steps from Lake Malawi and 8 minutes by car from Ilala Ferry Landing
Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the sand beach. Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with complimentary cabanas. Have fun in the sun at Mango Drift Lodge - Hostel with summer activities like snorkeling, scuba diving, and sailing.

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Likoma Island hostel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 5 per hour)
  • WiFi in public areas has a 5-device limit

Parking and public transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 6:30 AM–10:00 AM: USD 3-7 for adults and USD 3-7 for children
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 beach bar and 1 bar

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Boat tours
  • Boating
  • Canoeing
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Motor-boating
  • Sailing
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Volleyball
  • Waterskiing

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe
  • Library
  • Lockers available
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Water sports equipment

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Private beachfront location
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • Boat/paddles on site
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Mango Drift Lodge - Hostel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 3 to 7 for adults, and USD 3 to 7 for children
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 5 per hour (5-device limit, rates may vary)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
The front desk at this property is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 10:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
Property Registration Number 54614488

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Mango Drift Lodge Hostel
Mango Drift Hostel Likoma
Mango Drift Lodge - Hostel Likoma Island
Mango Drift Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

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