No variety in breakfast

My second stay at Matt: Friendly and polite staff. Who are quick to assist.

Stayed in April 2025

The morning noise. Outside our window were people speaking very loudly. Plates were seemingly being slammed intentionally between 6:45-7:00 am. As someone who lives in the village and is always awakened by roosters and children screaming, I was looking to pay for some peace. That’s the only problem I had.

The room was nice and it was good priced. The cafe across the street is delicious. The BnB breakfast was also good.

Stayed in March 2025

I stayed at Matt’s Bed & Breakfast for a month, and while my experience was not entirely negative, there are definitely areas for improvement. If someone is staying for an extended period like a month, it’s essential not to base pricing on daily rates, as it becomes less competitive compared to other options in Malawi. The biggest downside was the price-to-quality ratio. There were no curtains for the bathroom window. Lucky I had my prayer cloth to cover this. They advertise WiFi, but it wasn’t available at all, which made working impossible. There were no television channels except for 1 soccer channel. Not a big issue for me but good to take into consideration when choosing Matt. Breakfast was very repetitive—chips and eggs every single day—and juice was only offered about four times in 30 days. You won’t be provided with a bottle of water, which is quite unusual as most other B&Bs typically include this. From the first until the 4th of January 2025, breakfast wasn’t served at all, with no apology or compensation offered. Basic amenities were lacking as well. Shampoo and soap weren’t provided beyond a small bar for handwashing, so you’ll need to bring your own toiletries. Towels and toilet paper are provided, which is a plus, but room cleaning is only done upon request—they won’t clean daily unless you ask. This wasn’t a major issue for me, as I valued the quiet moments for peace and prayer. Although I enjoyed my stay and carry a warm heart for the staff, I must be fair in rating. At $1,165 for a month, the price is steep compared to other accommodations in Malawi that offer better services for less. Sharing the house with strangers can also be challenging if customer service isn’t top-notch.

The staff at Matt’s Bed & Breakfast were fantastic—always friendly, helpful, and quick to assist with any requests. Their kindness made my stay more comfortable, and I truly appreciated their efforts. Meeting the owner was also a highlight; she’s a lovely lady with great intentions for the lodge, and I genuinely hope it improves over time. The environment felt secure with I think a reliable security system, which gave me peace of mind at night. Also the keycards for the rooms were a plus. Additionally, the flexibility they showed when my payment was delayed was a thoughtful gesture I greatly appreciated. The room, though small, had its own bathroom, desk, and refrigerator. The house even had a space to cook if needed, which was convenient. And the fruit is growing in the garden and those tasted amazing. However, sharing the small house with couples as a solo female traveler was a major issue for me. It often felt uncomfortable, and this dynamic significantly affected my experience. While I enjoyed moments of peace when the house wasn’t crowded, the shared setup was a challenge.

Stayed in December 2024

Electricity reapetedly cut off , not getting mix of cold and hote water . some small things not foctioning, hower they have a handyman around to sort things out at your own convenient . a bit far from the Town centre if you expecting using public transport.

Rooms nice and clean good location helpfull and polite staff . Food verry well prepared . Good security, with big get.

Stayed in July 2022

Ensure there is warm water for showering. Coffee/ tea in the rooms should be introduced, especially for early morning risers.

Quiet and serene environenment. Very kind staff. Banda was always ready to support. Great breakfast.

Stayed in June 2022

Hospitality good

Good

Stayed in January 2025

Internet was really poor / not working mostly and there were no TV channels working. I asked and they were able on one night to somehow get one channel ( BBC news) to my room - but that was only for a few hours. My room was also not cleaned or towels changed. This was explained that they didn't have a key for the room - which I didnt know in advance

The room was fine and the breakfast was good and the woman bringing it to my room was friendly and efficient. It was quiet and in peaceful surroundings

Stayed in December 2023

Room was not clean sheets dirty they were not changed from previous guest I think breakfast not appetising curtains half hanged

Location was good

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