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8.6/10Excellent45 Reviews
Cleanliness8.8/10 8.8
Service8.4/10 8.4
Comfort8.4/10 8.4
Condition8.2/10 8.2
Location8.6/10 8.6
Neighborhood9.0/10 9.0
Amenities7.8/10 7.8
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About Sunbird Ku Chawe
Overlooking the Zomba Plateau, which rises to nearly 2200m above sea level, this hotel is one of the best places from where one can fully appreciate the vast and beautiful countryside of Malawi.
Treating to some of the most stunning views to be seen anywhere in Africa, it welcomes its guests to discover a majestic vision of beauty hidden in the heart of Malawi.
The hotel a 90-minute drive away from the Chileka International Airport and guests can make the needed arrangements for a shuttle service, so they can travel in a comfortable and hassle-free fashion.
As soon as they arrive in the hotel they head to their cosy room or suite and refresh in the en suite bathroom before relaxing on the cosy bed.
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Those who need a meal can sample the delicious local and international cuisine served at the house restaurant and for dessert they can enjoy the delicious locally-sourced berries.
Located in Zomba, Sunbird Ku Chawe Hotel is in the mountains, a 2-minute drive from Mandala Falls and 10 minutes from Williams Falls. This hotel is 4 mi (6.4 km) from Queen's View and 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Emperor's View.
Make yourself at home in one of the 37 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries.
Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
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Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Business facilities
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from
2:00 PM
Check-in until
midnight
Check-out until
10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age
18
Hotel policies
No rollaway/extra beds available
No elevators
Professional property host/manager
Pets not allowed
Cleaning and safety
Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available
Contactless check-out is available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO
Important information
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You need to know
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
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Special Instructions
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
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Instructions
- 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 mobile payments; 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
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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Minimal age
18
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Spoken Language
English
Nearby attractions
Mandala Falls
1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Williams Falls
2.8 km / 1.7 mi
University of Malawi
4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Queen's View
5 km / 3.1 mi
Emperor's View
6.9 km / 4.3 mi
Chingwe's Hole
7.5 km / 4.6 mi
Lake Chilwa
38.1 km / 23.6 mi
Hotel facilities & services
Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.
- Total number of rooms: 37
- Number of floors (main building): 2
- Double rooms: 37
- Suites: 1
- Executive rooms: 4
- Superior rooms: 10
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- Bus/Train station
- Nearest Bus / Metro Stop
- Airport
- Entertainment Area
- Wheelchair-accessible
- Car parkExtra charge
- 24-hour reception
- Check-in hour
- Check-out hour
- Mobile phone coverage
- Wi-fiExtra charge
- Car hire
- Transfer service
- Secure parking
- Room service
- Laundry service
- Medical service
- Bicycle hire service
- Babysitting service
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning in public areas
- Hotel safe
- Currency exchange facilities
- Garden
- Terrace
- Bicycle storage
- Sun terrace
- Newspapers
- Luggage roomExtra charge
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Highchairs
- Air conditioning in Restaurant
- Conference room
- Meeting room
- Projector
- Conference hostess
- Secretarial service
- Business centre
- Audio-visual equipment rentalExtra charge
- Children playground
- Breakfast buffet
- Hot breakfast
- Buffet lunch
- Buffet dinner
- Breakfast and dinner
- Vegetarian meal
- Non-smoking establishmentExtra charge
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Horse riding
- Cycling / mountain biking
- Mini golf
- Golf practice facility
Upon availability
Room types
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SUITE STANDARDSUITE • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 30 m²SUI.ST
Room overview
Non-smoking room- Room size
- 30 m²
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
- Bed setup
- Double bed 131-150 width
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Room type
- SUITE
- View / characteristic
- STANDARD
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Facilities with extra charge
- Wi-fi
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SUITE STANDARD
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- 30 m²
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
- Bed setup
- Double bed 131-150 width
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Room type
- SUITE
- View / characteristic
- STANDARD
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: SUI.ST
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- Wi-fi
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DOUBLE DELUXEDOUBLE • DELUXEDBL.DX-2
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- DOUBLE
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- DELUXE
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DOUBLE DELUXE
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- DELUXE
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Room code: DBL.DX-2
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SUITE QUEEN SIZE BEDSUITE • QUEEN SIZE BEDSUI.QN
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
- Room type
- SUITE
- View / characteristic
- QUEEN SIZE BED
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SUITE QUEEN SIZE BED
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- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
- Room type
- SUITE
- View / characteristic
- QUEEN SIZE BED
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Room code: SUI.QN
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DOUBLE SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BEDDOUBLE • SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BEDDBL.DB-SU
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BED
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DOUBLE SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BED
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BED
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Room code: DBL.DB-SU
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Guest reviews
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Alice
Sunbird Ku Chawe is situated high up on the Zomba Plateau - one definitely needs a car to get there. It has perfectly manicured beautiful gardens. Even though it was very hot the time that I was there, there is always a cool breeze as it is so high up!
I loved my room with the views of the Zomba town & far off mountains such as Chiradzulu and Mulanje. Had a wet room and modern fixtures in the bathroom.
There was a good selection of dishes for breakfast and varied menu for dinner. Although the menus seem to be the same in all the hotels I stayed in: Chigumula, Zomba & Blantyre. The food, however, is tasty and fresh.
Again the staff were very nice and welcoming: Dumisani, who is so knowledgeable of the history of the Ngoni people (my roots), Miss Loveness, the restaurant supervisor, Gobery the manager and Mr Yason the big boss were all very attentive to ensure a comfortable stay.
Second day in Zomba, we hiked about 12 km with my guide. We did William's Falls, Emperor's & Queen's Views, Chagwa lake and Mulunguzi Dam. That was exhilarating! There is so much more to do... but that is for another time.
I loved my stay on the plateau. The town of Zomba itself could benefit from regeneration - it is so rundown!
I loved my room with the views of the Zomba town & far off mountains such as Chiradzulu and Mulanje. Had a wet room and modern fixtures in the bathroom.
There was a good selection of dishes for breakfast and varied menu for dinner. Although the menus seem to be the same in all the hotels I stayed in: Chigumula, Zomba & Blantyre. The food, however, is tasty and fresh.
Again the staff were very nice and welcoming: Dumisani, who is so knowledgeable of the history of the Ngoni people (my roots), Miss Loveness, the restaurant supervisor, Gobery the manager and Mr Yason the big boss were all very attentive to ensure a comfortable stay.
Second day in Zomba, we hiked about 12 km with my guide. We did William's Falls, Emperor's & Queen's Views, Chagwa lake and Mulunguzi Dam. That was exhilarating! There is so much more to do... but that is for another time.
I loved my stay on the plateau. The town of Zomba itself could benefit from regeneration - it is so rundown!
Phillip
Without a doubt this is the best place to stay in the Zomba area. If I returned to Zomba, this is the only place to stay even if it meant driving up and down the mountain everyday because, otherwise, Zomba does not have any other truly nice places to stay. The Ku Chawe is excellent in every respect...food, service, friendly staff, and well-maintained gorgeous grounds and views of the valley. Beware the baboons as they are out of hand and the WIFI is not reliable unless you are in one of the main areas. Doesn't work well in the rooms. But this is a great place to stay!
Reynold
Positive was the friendliness and competency of staff. Negative was the absence of the once unique trout dish.
Benjamin
Beautiful location on top of Zomba mountain. Rooms are pleasant and staff are accommodating. Wifi does not reach all rooms.
Verified traveler
Ku Chawe's situation and views are uniquely beautiful. The buildings somehow achieve the impression of a mountain hideout. Staff service was very good, going out of their way to please. Having stayed there before I was pleasantly surprised with the improvement in food standards, particularly in the evening. However, its a good idea to order well in advance if you don't want to be waiting at the table for too long. They do need to improve their culture with regard to coffee - for the price charged one would expect a far better service around it. Strangely penny pinching with regard to amenities, low quality toilet tissue provided with only one roll in the bathroom, only one towel when we checked in as a couple with a young child. Nevertheless, overall a very pleasant stay.
Bernd
stunning location
The place lives from its stunning location and the beautiful environment up on the Zomba Plateau and the breath-taking view from the terrace and the garden.
In therms of service, restaurant, maintenance and internet access, there is still space for improvement.
In therms of service, restaurant, maintenance and internet access, there is still space for improvement.
Verified traveler
Great views. Staff were very friendly and tried hard but they lack training.
Verified traveler
Beautiful location with a beautiful view of the surrounding countryside.
Crofts
Wonderful view from our room. Well appointed room. Poor menu choices at dinner ( no filet, no T bone and sirloin was not sirloin. Stafff obliging but let down by kitchen .! Breakfast is a great improvement.
Guillermo
A nice hotel surrounded by amazing nature
A perfect place to experience nature in Malawi's former capital city
Verified traveler
A stunning location and friendly helpful staff. The restaurant was excellent.
Michael
Site and view excellent. No fitness centre. Evening buffet not to same standard as a la carte menu
Verified traveler
Good hotel, fab location and good facilities. Could do with a refurb.
Charles
Very good. Some of buildings and infrastucture are aging. For example, the bathrooms look old. Compared to other accommodation in Zomba Ku Chawe is outstanding. Excellent location on top of the mountain.
Luckson
The hospitality was superb. However, some foodstuff like ‘nsima’ needs to be well prepared as we had to return the first dish. Thanks
Verified traveler
Really lovely stay. The log fire in the bedroom real bonus
tyler
Quiet and well kept
Excellent staff who were able to answer questions for those looking to explore the Zomba Plateau area. Also the room was nice, and was even able to have the fireplace lit for us on a cold evening on only a minutes notice. The food was very good compared to a lot of places we have stayed in Malawi. The breakfast buffet was a nice touch to finish off our morning.
Wilco
Amazing view
The hotel has an amazing view over the town and area.It is situated high on a mountain.Dinner and breakfast was excellent. The rooms are old but very spacious and clean.I think the mattresses need replacement, but overall I would rate the comfort above average.
nancy
Great location/beautiful view
The staff was very helpful and friendly. The location - atop a mountain - was beautiful. Food was exceptionally good.
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Sunbird Ku Chawe
P. O. Box 71, Zomba, 71, Zomba, Malawi
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