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Mango Drift Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
Beachfront hostel for sun and fun

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Beach bar
Terrace/patio
Bed sheets
Bathroom
Bar (on property)

Popular amenities

  • On private beachOn private beachOn private beach
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • BarBarBar
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

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West side of the Island, Likoma Island, Northern Region
  • AirportLikoma Island (LIX)6 min drive
  • Popular LocationIlala Ferry Landing8 min drive
  • Popular LocationSt. Peter's Cathedral8 min drive
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Room options

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom, Lake View

Bed sheets

Standard Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom, Lake View

Highlights

Furnished patio
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom, Lake View

Bed sheets

Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom, Lake View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Economy Shared Dormitory

Bed sheets

Economy Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Furnished patio
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Likoma Island

Located in Likoma Island, Mango Drift Lodge - Hostel is on a private beach. Local points of interest include Lake Malawi, Ilala Ferry Landing, and St. Peter's Cathedral. Water tubing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Ilala Ferry Landing - 8 min drive
  • St. Peter's Cathedral - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Likoma Island (LIX) - 6 min drive

About this property

Mango Drift Lodge - Hostel

Property highlights
Take advantage of a beach bar, a terrace, and a library at Mango Drift Lodge - Hostel. This hostel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, free beach cabanas, and sun loungers. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy onsite activities like water skiing, snorkeling, and boat tours. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to WiFi in public areas (surcharge).
Other perks include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), water sports equipment, and a water dispenser
  • Multilingual staff, luggage storage, and a sail boat on site
  • Tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at Mango Drift Lodge - Hostel have comforts such as furnished patios.
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers and soap

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 transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee: USD 3 to 7 for adults and USD 3 to 7 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Boat and paddles
  • Boat tours
  • Canoeing
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Sail boat
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Water skiing
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Free beach cabanas
  • On a private beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Furnished patio

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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 54614488

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Mango Drift Lodge - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Mango Drift Lodge - Hostel?

Mango Drift Lodge - Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Mango Drift Lodge - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Mango Drift Lodge - Hostel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mango Drift Lodge - Hostel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Likoma Island hostel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Malawi, Ilala Ferry Landing, and St. Peter's Cathedral.

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