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Riverside Hotel and Conference Centre

3.5 star property
Travelers find a perfect balance of urban convenience and natural beauty at this Lilongwe retreat, with garden relaxation and international cuisine at The Charcoal

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Located in central Lilongwe, Riverside Hotel and Conference Centre offers city access and garden serenity. Kids love the playground, adults enjoy The Charcoal fine-dining restaurant or café. Free in-room WiFi, an arcade room, and laundry services ensure a comfortable stay for all.

Reviews

5.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
The current price is HK$416
HK$493 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar

Room options

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Bathroom sink

Single Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Golf view
  • 3229 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Garden view
  • 3229 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Golf view
  • 3229 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed

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Bathroom sink

Executive Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
  • Golf view
  • 5813 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 King Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
  • Golf view
  • 16146 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Lilongwe is home to Riverside Hotel and Conference Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Bingu National Stadium. Visit our Lilongwe travel guide
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Area 32 Paul Kagame Road, Lilongwe, 1268

What's nearby

  • Kamuzu Central Hospital
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lilongwe Wildlife Centre
    3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Lilongwe City Mall
    4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Lilongwe Golf Course
    5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Bingu National Stadium
    10 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Lilongwe (LLW-Kamuzu Intl.)
    49 min drive

Restaurants

  • Woodlands Lilongwe
    3 min drive
  • Kichin Hub
    5 min drive
  • Food Worths
    3 min drive
  • Bombay Palace
    4 min drive
  • Sogecoa Golden Peacock Hotel
    6 min drive

About this property

Riverside Hotel and Conference Centre

Hotel near Lilongwe City Mall
Located close to Kamuzu Central Hospital and Lilongwe Golf Course, Riverside Hotel and Conference Centre provides a coffee shop/cafe, a garden and a playground. The on-site fine-dining restaurant, The Charcoal, features international cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an arcade/games room and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and express check-out
  • Express check-in, barbecues and a front desk safe
Room features
All 110 rooms have comforts, such as 24-hour room service and fireplaces, in addition to perks, such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and fridges

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Riverside Hotel and Conference Centre are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 6 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Charcoal

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference centre (8,610 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: USD 125 per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 6 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Riverside Hotel Lilongwe
Riverside Lilongwe
Riverside Conference Lilongwe
Riverside Hotel and Conference Centre Hotel
Riverside Hotel and Conference Centre Lilongwe
Riverside Hotel and Conference Centre Hotel Lilongwe

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverside Hotel and Conference Centre pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverside Hotel and Conference Centre?

As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverside Hotel and Conference Centre on 10 Mar 2026 start from HK$416, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Riverside Hotel and Conference Centre?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Riverside Hotel and Conference Centre?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Riverside Hotel and Conference Centre?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Riverside Hotel and Conference Centre?

Some rate plans available at this hotel are all-inclusive.

Where is Riverside Hotel and Conference Centre located?

Situated in Lilongwe, this hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Kamuzu Central Hospital, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Lilongwe City Mall and Lilongwe Golf Course. Kamuzu Mausoleum and Bingu National Stadium are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Riverside Hotel and Conference Centre Reviews

5.0

5.4

Cleanliness

6.4

Location

5.4

Staff & service

4.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 12 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Seung

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Noise up to midnight. Service attitude is not good. Poor breakfast. No more stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This looks like a brother. I had to book another hotel and left. It’s not clean and the photos do not reflect the actual condition of this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Robin

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was hot as sin, had a fan and aircon never worked. Spring bed, old linen & Towels, water brown, took 10 min to heat up, no pressure. Breakfast on first morning terrible. Second morning much better. Asked for room with aircon and was moved. Much better than first impression I won't be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness
this was fine for a short stay at a budget rate. the location is safe and quiet and the place is clean, but there were no Covid protections in place. The studios have no phone to reception, toiletries and water are not replaced, and staff not particularly attentive. Not a single staff wore a mask except on request.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Ronnie

Liked: Room comfort

not so great

Not too bad accommodation but aircon was not working, shower curtain and mould smell from the bathroom. Seems to have been a very good place previously needs a little bit more attention, lacks that hotel feel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Vilma V

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The bed was horribly hard. kindly next day the manager fix the problem but overall the hotel is falling apart...
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

KEIICHI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Japanese traveler who stayed here

This hotel is very comfortable. The staffs are very kind. You can ask questions you have on your trip. Especially, Mr. Aditya, front office manager, told me how to go to other cities. In addition, I was very peased with meals in this hotel's restaurant. You can eat not only local foods but also Indian and Chinese ones. I can reccomend this hotel with confidence.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2017

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service

Tråkigt i Malawi

Ett konferenshotell som var ett av de tråkigaste ställen jag varit på. Det fanns absolut ingenting att göra. Matsalen var ett skämt för den inredningsintresserade. Det stod att det skulle finnas pool, men där fick vi tji.

2/10 Terrible

Thorsten, Cape Town

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

WORST STAY EVER

Staff didn't really understand English. Breakfast was rubbish No WLAN Powershortcut led to a roaring generator at night. Light in my room went on and couldn't be shut down. No switch for it my room. It was bright like daylight. The aircon was absolutely not bearable. Loud and not properly working. This hotel won't see me again!!!

4/10 Poor

TANAKA

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

別にリバービーチが見えるわけでもない。

従業員は素朴で礼儀も正しい、Friendlyである。素朴な感じ ただ、設備が不十分。（トイレの便座もなかったし.....ヨーロッパスタンダード？)

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023