Reviews of Quest at Cape Maclear
T378, Chembe, Malawi
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Reviewed: 22 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe location and the staff
The bed took over the entire hut , no room to move and nowhere to unpack clothes. The sofa on the balcony is so big that you have to squeeze yourself onto it. The shower has exposed electrical wires, quite dangerous The staff were wonderful and tried hard .The food was ok but always served cold🙁
Reviewed: 18 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewSound of lake all the time. Everyday you see people doing their everyday stuff in the lake. You can feel the village vibe. Sunsets are beautiful.
Reviewed: 12 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewGreat spot right on the water, very friendly staff, excellent breakfast, and far away enough from any late night loud music that may happen in some of the restaurants. We absolutely loved it!
Reviewed: 11 August 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe staff and the location and the view and the bed(with mosquito net). It is not fancy, but it is real. And the staff is really amazing, for example: 1 lock not work, 10min later we had new lock. And food is really good.
One last effort for the facilities and the it is gonna be perfect. But amazing view from terrace (and bathroom😊)
Reviewed: 28 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewGood. The chef is good and served on time.
The rooms were standard. Did not meet my expectations but I stayed still. Can't complain. Should work on the showers and a power back up system.
Reviewed: 12 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewLevi and team were very accommodating and made sure that I was comfortable and provided whatever was needed. Rustic location, perfect to just relax and enjoy the view of the lake. Breakfast was served right by the waterfront with private area where you can sit and watch the life go by as villagers on the public area nearby do their daily chores. Quest also made suggestions where to go and what to do around Cape Maclear. I had beef stew for dinner which was amazing. Ample parking space.
Nil. Loved the stay.
Reviewed: 11 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewValue for money
There are lots of things that can be improved as it is a startup. When you arrive, you are actually unsure that this is a guest house 😆. The deck at the beach side should be a bit bigger.
Reviewed: 29 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewExcellent breakfast and dinner. Friendly and helpful staff.