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Game Haven Lodge

5.0 star property
Luxury lodge in Chigumula with 2 restaurants and golf course

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Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM, pool loungers
Cottage | View from room
Property amenity
Golf
Cottage | Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Free breakfast
  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Golf course
  • 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Room service
  • Business centre
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Laundry service
Feel at home
  • Playground on-site
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The price is NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 January 2025

Room options

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Cottage

Cottage

Highlights

Patio
Fireplace
TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Minibar
Free bottled water
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Basic Apartment

Basic Apartment

Highlights

Patio
TV
3 bedrooms
Portable fan
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds

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Standard Room (Sable)

Standard Room (Sable)

Highlights

Patio
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 4 Single Beds

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Standard Room (Nyala)

Standard Room (Nyala)

Highlights

Patio
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Chimwenya Estate, Bvumbwe, (on Thyolo Road), Chigumula

What's nearby

  • Museum of Malawi - 18 min drive - 18.1 km
  • National Museum - 18 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Kamazu Stadium - 18 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Carlsberg Brewery - 20 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Mandala House - 21 min drive - 21.8 km

Getting around

  • Blantyre (BLZ-Chileka Intl.) - 70 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

About this property

Game Haven Lodge

A great stay at Game Haven Lodge in Chigumula can include a round of golf at the 9-hole course. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Ambrosia restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious lodge include 2 bars/lounges, free bike rentals and a garden.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 25 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

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
  • The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours

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 18

Children

  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning
  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Playground

What to do

  • Ecotours
  • Golfing
  • Mountain biking
  • Safari
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (710 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Wedding services
  • Free bike hire
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 14 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2006
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Mosquito nets
  • Golf course on-site
  • Golf driving range on-site
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 24-inch TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Patio

Freshen up

  • Soap and shampoo
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Ambrosia restaurant – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 20 per person (one-way)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 20.0 per night
  • Airport shuttle service for children up to age 12 costs USD 5 (one-way)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Game Haven Lodge Chigumula
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Frequently asked questions

Does Game Haven Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Game Haven Lodge 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Game Haven Lodge?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Are pets allowed at Game Haven Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Game Haven Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Game Haven Lodge?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 20 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Game Haven Lodge?
Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Game Haven Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as mountain biking, fishing and hiking, and practise your swing at the golf course. Additional recreation on-site includes ecotours, game viewing and a wildlife and game drive. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the lodge's other amenities, which include 2 bars and a picnic area. Game Haven Lodge also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Game Haven Lodge?
Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring international cuisine.
Does Game Haven Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a patio.

Game Haven Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome
It was amazing
Aneez, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

They need to add that this property is outside Blantyre so people don’t make mistakes to make and pay for their reservations. And after they pay the can’t cancel. Lots of toilet stains. No ba soap for bathing or showering.
Selina, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

I found Game Haven Lodge to be a very peaceful place. Even when the weather is hot, there is a lovely breeze about the the place. The location was convenient for me to explore Blantyre, Bvumbwe, Thyolo, Mulanje & Likhubula. Loved the game Drive. Weekends can be busy with locals which means you may have to wait longer for meals.
Alice, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

We came for the animals, but the cold weather kept the animals hidden. It's no one's fault
Paul, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Loved the proximity to the wild animals
Paul, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place , excellent staff and plenty of animals roaming around .after two dissapointing nights at kuti lodge i was worried what this place was going too be like i pleased to say it was far better in every way. Not much going on after about 8 o,clock but not too far from blantyre if you want a night out
6-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The place was clean, great service. Friendly staff
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Great place to relax and recharge. Nice clean rooms. The game walk, game drive, and mountain bike rides were a lot of fun. Food is good and atmosphere was just what we were looking for. It is quiet and peaceful.
Dad, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

4 star for the animals only !
Unfortunately the lodge is well below global 4 star standards. The "suites" are really a bedroom and bathroom and only contain 1 chair and very small table with no fridge to store milk, water etc. Limited wardrobe space. .Dirty bathroom with rusty shower and taps reported to the owners. First meal in restaurant saw a piece of fish served still frozen and was even tried to charge for after returned. In fairness, the owner Greg, was most helpful when the faults were reported and tried to improve things but it was felt this would need considerable time and sustained effort to rectify This lodge is some way out of town so a car or taxi is a must. Hotel transport to and from the airport is expensive and charged by the person even if only one car used. Local taxis cheaper
FJC, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

brsw
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Gamehaven 2017
Great time had by all lodge set in a small Safari park with wild animals passing the lawn regularly. Surreal. Food and accomadation top rate
tricia, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay outside Blantyre
Rooms were comfortable and the communal areas great. A lovely front patio with a view of some wild animals. All the staff were helpfull and friendly. The guided walk early in the morning was wonderful and is a must.The food and breakfast was great. Just remember that Malawi is mostly vegetarian and the steak will probably not be what you are used to. The rooms were sprayed just before we arrived for mosquitos. If you are asthmatic, just remember to inform the hotel before you go, so that the room can be aired out.(If you want to visit Satemwa, remember to book ahead of time) .
Marianthe, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Cannot recommend
This is a curious hotel and looks and feels like a refurbished military camp. The manage is friendly and helpful but the hotel lacks atmosphere .
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

WEEK STAY AT GAME HAVEN.
STAY WAS VERY GREAT.JUST THE MENU SHOULD BE CHANGED NOW AND AGAIN. AFTER A WEEK IT GETS BORING.OTHERWISE A PLEASENT STAY.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

M, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful!
Beautiful environment and very friendly staff.
Per, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

M., 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review