Escape to Chinyonga Guesthouse, where lush gardens and a sunny terrace await. Savor continental breakfast at one of the two on-site restaurants or take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool.
The Way of the Cross/ Njira ya Mtanda - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
Getting around
Blantyre (BLZ-Chileka Intl.) - 34 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Elly B's - 4 min drive
Superior Food Market - 5 min drive
Chez Moya Restaurant- Cafe - 7 min drive
Hostaria - 9 min drive
Caffe Grazia - 8 min drive
About this property
Chinyonga Guesthouse
Chinyonga Guesthouse is a great choice for a stay in Blantyre. Guests can splash around at the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at one of the 2 restaurants. Other features include a terrace and a garden.
At a glance
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Hotel size
7 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 15
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 15
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Children
Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free onsite valet parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 6 AM–10 AM
2 restaurants
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
3 buildings/towers
Built in 2005
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Television in common areas
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Tile flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
What to enjoy
Balcony or patio
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Microwave (on request)
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 10.00 per person
Policies
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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Chinyonga Guesthouse B&B Blantyre
Chinyonga Guesthouse B&B
Chinyonga Guesthouse Blantyre
Chinyonga Guesthouse Blantyre
Chinyonga Guesthouse Bed & breakfast
Chinyonga Guesthouse Bed & breakfast Blantyre
Frequently asked questions
Does Chinyonga Guesthouse offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Chinyonga Guesthouse does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Chinyonga Guesthouse?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Chinyonga Guesthouse?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Chinyonga Guesthouse?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Chinyonga Guesthouse?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 10.00 per person.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Chinyonga Guesthouse?
Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Chinyonga Guesthouse and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the bed & breakfast's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Chinyonga Guesthouse?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring local cuisine.
Does Chinyonga Guesthouse have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
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Reviews
Chinyonga Guesthouse Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.6
Cleanliness
6.6
Location
8.8
Staff & service
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2024
I loved the place,you made my stay comfortable.
magdaline
magdaline, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 14, 2025
Excellent value. Comfortable and clean. I don't swim but other guests seemed to really like the pool. Ask the staff to bring the WiFi router to your room for better connectivity!
declan
declan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 25, 2023
Great stay, the staff was nice, especially Isa. They are accommodating if you want and upgrade.
Ricardo
Ricardo, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2024
I always feel comfortable and well cared for at Chinyonga House. I will return there each time I visit Malawi. The staff is very nice and can help you arrange transportation. The dining area can accommodate business partners or friends if you would like to invite someone to diner. It is very close to the Museum of Malawi and regional shopping districts. The guest house is also near a bus stop if you would like to visit the Malawi University of Science and Technology.
Martha Lynn
Martha Lynn, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 9, 2026
so so lovely! 10/10 recommend
Luci
Luci, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 4, 2024
Hotel is beautiful. However, one of the rooms I stayed in did not have a mosquito net on the bed and some of the windows did not have screens.
Sam
Sam, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 12, 2023
Everybody was helpful and friendly.
The kitchen could be more equipped.
Siegmar
Siegmar, 10-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 24, 2018
Nice GH with excellent staff, calm and peaceful
A very nice GH located in a green hilly area away from the city, very calm and peaceful. Protesa picked me up from the airport and drove to GH. Protesa also drove me to a Shoprite store to buy things (it being a Saturday evening) and arranged a masseuse including pick-up and drop-off. Isa took care of everything during my stay there and also escorted me to Museum, Mandala House, Market, and Victoria Ave area. Manager Chikondi replies to emails and arranges what's necessary. Wifi in room. While at first glance it might appear far out of civilization and transportation to city or shopping might pose an issue, it does grow on you after the first day! They will call taxis for you anytime. I will stay here again.
Mahendra
Mahendra, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 27, 2022
The location, the view 5 star.
MUHAMMAD
MUHAMMAD, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 1, 2022
Unavailability of TV in some of the rooms
Ademola
Ademola, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 21, 2021
Secret stay in the hills
My stay at Chinyonga guest house was quite alright. The staff were friendly and ready to provide assistance where need be. Breakfast was delivered early on in the morning at 7 as requested. This was highly appreciated as i had early mornings. The cons, i found that the room hadnt been cleaned and the sheets had not been changed from the previous guest. The owner was very helpful and managed to rectify this quickly
Sandra
Sandra, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jun 28, 2021
Well.... i didn’t pay much and i wasn’t expecting alot. Car packing was what stood out most, it was very small
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1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 8, 2020
maxing
Great view, amazing staff.
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6-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 28, 2020
The environment is serene and quiet. Little arrangement is necessary to give the property a superb outlook
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1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 13, 2020
Great value. Great service.
Stayed for 8 nights in the economy chalet which is a small studio with a kitchenette and fridge. The place has all the amenities that you need. Quality is good and price is very fair. The pool is very inviting and is cleaned every morning and the property has great views of Blantyre.
The location is a bit far from city center (expect USD5 for a trip) but you have Shoprite and a mall within walking distance 1.5kms only.
Kennet
Kennet, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 31, 2019
We enjoyed the great Malawian hospitality, the freshly cooked and well prepared food, the pool and the safe location.
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3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 27, 2019
Very helpful personnel. Nice location but not really walking distance from restaurants etc.
Kristofer
Kristofer, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2019
Gem in Chinyonga
The staffs are very friendly and customer-oriented. On the day we arrived, due to long journey we preferred to stay in a room where we don't have to take many stairs. Mpatso helped us to switch the room. Issa and Robert have given us useful tips on how to move around the area with local transport. The breakfast provided is sumptuous. Robert cooked for us delicious chambo dinner at a very reasonable price too! The rooms are tidy and extremely comfortable (yes, we stayed there another time after our trekking Mt.Mulanje). 20mins' walk to Chichiri Mall is a relaxing exercise after meals.
The only drawback may be that you have to walk downhill for 5mins to catch a local minibus. But if you are taking taxi, it's not a problem at all.
Xi
Xi, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Oct 17, 2018
Mixed Regrets
I love taking punts on locations which offer on paper nothing much to imagine. So was delighted however with the charm the Chinyonga district revealed on my arrival.
Sadly my overall experience at the Guesthouse was an unqualified down let with its only redeeming feature being the absolutely relentless hospitality of Isa the domestic assistant who tried his absolute best to alleviate the imperfections.
However very little could be done to assuage the erratic supply of electricity which knocks everything else out including the Wifi (limited), running water to have a shower or indeed flush the toilet. Isa and his fellow colleagues were charming and genuinely warm in delivering their service provision. I doubt if the proprietors will pass on my superlatives but hope in their standard acknowledgement of my review, they move closer to improving the basic conditions for their guests.
Oluwafemi
Oluwafemi, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 8, 2018
a little bit difficult to find. good value for money, respecting Malawian standards.
Christoph
Christoph, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jul 15, 2018
View over Blantyre
In a residential area overlooking Blantyre. Limited food menu but had my meal outside by the pool watching the sunset.Great view. Hot shower. Basic room. 45 minutes to the airport.
Graeme
Graeme, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 6, 2018
Gorgeous views by the pool
A lovely and relaxed place to stay in Blantyre, with a pool and great views over the city.
Stephanie
Stephanie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 24, 2018
Calm and Peaceful, swimming pool and relax
A very nice GH located in a green hilly area away from the city, very calm and peaceful. Protesa picked me up from the airport and drove to GH. Protesa also drove me to a Shoprite store to buy things (it being a Saturday evening) and arranged a masseuse including pick-up and drop-off. Isa took care of everything during my stay there and also escorted me to Museum, Mandala House, Market, and Victoria Ave area. Manager Chikondi replies to emails and arranges what's necessary. Wifi in room. Nice swimming pool. While at first glance it might appear far out of civilization and transportation to city or shopping might pose an issue, it does grow on you after the first day! They will call taxis for you anytime. I will stay here again.