Berenty Lodge
Berenty Lodge has 31 en-suite rooms and recently saw a substantial refurbishment. The lodge is opposite Malaza Forest, in one of Madagascar’s oldest reserves, established by the De Heaulme family in 1937. Breakfasts are served in the snack-bar, near the bungalows, from where you can watch wildlife while you dine. There is a recently renovated restaurant with a fixed menu and nearby, a fascin...
Mandrare River Camp
Mandrare River Camp stands in the shade of tamarind trees on the bank of the Mandrare River, about 110km northwest of Fort Dauphin. What better way to start your exploration of Madagascar day than by watching the pink glow of dawn illuminate the river from your bed? By the time you get up, it’s to the sounds of Antandroy people singing as they walk along the riverbed to wash and fetch water. Accom...
Les Dunes d'Ifaty
Les Dunes d'Ifaty offer very good standard of accommodation in Ifaty.Set on the southern tip of Ifaty beach, its terraced bungalows have sweeping views over the Mozambique Channel and are well equipped with TV and 24hr electricity.The central lodge and restaurant are open and tastefully decorated with a distinctive Malagasy style. Les Dunes has a welcome swimming pool and offers a range of act...
Le Jardin du Roy
One of Madagascar’s finest country hotels, Jardin du Roy has 25 spacious, airy rooms, in which modern luxury has been blended with a touch of Malagasy style - perfect for any Madagascar trip.Each room has en suite facilities and a private verandah. In the gardens there is a sparkling pool which offers welcome respite from the intense tropical heat in spring and summer months.Like its sister ...
Anakao Ocean Lodge & Spa
Located in a crescent-shaped bay with comfortable en-suite chalets, Anakao Ocean Lodge is an ideal base at which to end a Madagascar tour in the country's remote and arid south-west.The lodge operates daily speedboat transfers from Tulear harbour (duration: approx 1 hour; latest transfer time 10h00 depending on sea conditions).The standard bungalows can accommodate two adults and 1 child, or 3...
Betsileo Country Lodge
Formerly called Varangue de Betsileo, proprietor Frank Janssens runs a friendly property that is more reminiscent of a B&B than a hotel. The property is located in Latintsena, 8km from the Ambalavao town centre.The 10 light and airy, en-suite rooms are of simple design and are comfortably furnished. In the pretty gardens there is a welcome swimming pool.From the hotel there are sweeping views of t...
Le Paradisier
We really enjoy this property and recommend it highly for our guests visiting Ifaty-Mangily.It is located only about 10 minutes from Mangily village, about 20 minutes’ drive north of Tulear on the road tarred in 2016. Visitors come here mostly to appreciate the incredible ‘spiny bush’ with its weird and wonderful flora and rare birds. This relaxed seaside hotel is the perfect ch...
Isalo Rock Lodge
This fairly new property is impressive: located high on a sandstone plateau, it overlooks the national park and commands spectacular views over the surrounding countryside. Accommodation consists of 60 luxurious, en- suite rooms which are of modern design. All have air-conditioning, a mini bar and an electronic safe.Family rooms are available; cots can be supplied on request.The lodge has a swimmi...
La Croix du Sud
Located in the centre of Fort Dauphin, La Croix du Sud is a simple hotel with 32 en suite rooms facing into a quad, where there is an attractive tropical garden.Rooms are equipped with satellite TV, telephone and mini-bar. Internet connection is also available. Meals are taken at its adjacent, sister hotel, Le Dauphin, only about 100 meters away.La Croix du Sud is a convenient option when visiting...
Relais de la Reine de Isalo
This firm favorite with visitors is next door to, and under same ownership, as Jardin du Roy.Blocks of six spacious, en suite rooms are grouped around a courtyard. The hotel is thoughtfully designed to blend really well into the extensive gardens and the surrounding sandstone formations of Isalo.Water is drawn from a stream and is solar-heated for the en suite showers. There is a sparkling swimmin...
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