Protea Hotel Ryalls

Malawi


This stately monolith is Malawi's oldest established hotel; opened in 1921, it was a legendary stop for travellers on the Cape-to-Cairo route. With its inviting lobby, two restaurants, pool, spa, gym and bar, it remains the premier choice of business people. Rooms deserve the four-star rating, with stylish fittings, huge beds and sumptuous decor.

Thoughtful touches range from the in-room movie library to the patio cafe complete with tinkling fountain, which supplements the hotel's long-running 21 Grill on Hanover.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Malawi attractions

4. Mandala House

0.77 MILES

This is the oldest building in Malawi, built in 1882 as a home for the managers of the African Lakes Corporation. It’s a quietly grand colonial house,…

5. Society of Malawi Library & Archive

0.78 MILES

This library in the historic Mandala House contains a vast number of journals, books and photographs, some dating as far back as the 19th century. You…

6. St Michael and All Angels Church

1.12 MILES

This magnificent red-brick Church of Central Africa Presbyterian building was preceded by a simpler structure, built by Scottish missionary Reverend DC…

7. Carlsberg Brewery

1.83 MILES

Thanks to a Danish foreign minister who visited Malawi during the independence celebrations in 1966 and wasn't too impressed by the beer available, a…

8. Museum of Malawi

2.59 MILES

Malawi’s interesting national museum has a few gems, including a royal ceremonial stool dating from the 16th century and a display on Gule Wamkulu dances…