About this property
Beachfront and Private Beach Area: Butterfly Space- A Non-Profit Eco-Lodge in Nkhata Bay offers a private beach area and beachfront access. Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the garden, enjoying stunning lake views. Comfortable Accommodations: The lodge features family rooms with private bathrooms, ensuring a comfortable stay. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, enhancing connectivity for all visitors. Dining Experience: A family-friendly restaurant serves African, British, Indian, Irish, Mediterranean, pizza, Thai, local, Asian, and European cuisines. Vegetarian, vegan, and dairy-free options are available. Activities and Amenities: Guests can participate in yoga classes, film nights, hiking, cycling, and snorkelling. The lodge provides free on-site private parking, an outdoor fireplace, fitness room, and evening entertainment.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Restaurant
- Beachfront
- Family rooms
- Bar
- Private beach area
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Patrick
Germany“Nice place to hang out quite some time. At lot of room for sustainably. Highly recommended.” - Lukas
Czech Republic“The place is really beautiful, even in this seasson. It was my second time staying there” - Jade
United Kingdom“Perfect location set right on lake Malawi. Stunning views and surroundings as far as the eye can see. Great food in the restaurant and very friendly staff.” - Juliane Germany“Butterfly Space is an amazing place to stay in nkhata bay. You get there and you feel like home. Everyone is super welcoming and the place is just beautiful like heaven on earth. The rooms are well maintained and clean, the food is amazing and...”
- Imogen
Malawi“Butterfly is a hidden gem. The room was cosy and quirky. The lake views were a delight and I was so comfortable. The bar and deck was probably my most favourite thing. It’s such a beautiful setting and a great place to meet fellow travellers and...” 
Tina United Kingdom“Beautiful location, friendly staff, I wish I could have stayed longer.”- Matthew United Kingdom“Beautiful lodge on the shores of Lake Malawi. Very relaxing, the staff were all really friendly, and the food at the Mkana Cafe on site was excellent. Would definitely recommend taking a cooking class with the head chef!”
Hannah United Kingdom“Amazing stay. Beautiful room - we stayed in the beach house and it was stunning. Everybody here was so friendly and welcoming. They are doing some incredible work with the community running a number of projects. Staying here is beautiful and also...”
Hulisani
South Africa“The water is mostly calm of there is no wind and you can swim out pretty deeply and be comfortable (possibly wear shoes as there are lots of pebbles). The bed was comfy and the food was good. There is a weekly list of fun activities and my...”- Isaak Germany“Der schönste Ort & die beste Unterkunft, in der ich in Malawi war: herrlich gelegen am Berghang, mit liebevoll eingerichteten Chalets & Baumhäusern. Eine Bar mit Terrasse direkt am Lake Malawi, leckeres Essen & guter Kaffee. Mega chilliger Vibe!”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineAfrican • British • Indian • Irish • Mediterranean • Pizza • Thai • Local • Asian • European
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
