Hundreds of miles east of Southern Africa and across the Mozambique Channel lies the renowned island of Madagascar.
When thinking of an unusual destination, Madagascar probably comes up. But let me tell you that, this is a hidden gem just waiting to be explored.
Madagascar really has it all, with 3000 miles of coastline to the Indian ocean it can be your pampering vacation, or for the ones who like the adventure type of trip you can find deserts and even rainforests to explore.
When thinking of an unusual destination, Madagascar probably comes up. But let me tell you that, this is a hidden gem just waiting to be explored.
The best Madagascar hotels are located on the coastline because of the attention that the white sandy beaches get. So if you plan to explore far from shore you’ll need to get a private driver or book Organized Tour in advance. But in case you came to enjoy the beautiful beaches of Madagascar…
So here are the best Madagascar hotels:
Princesse Bora Lodge & Spa
located on Sainte-Marie Island, off the east coast of Northern Madagascar, the hotel is a few meters away from the beach. The property has private villas as the rooms and they have a lot of space. From the hotel, you can go out to activities like snorkeling, diving, hiking, and whale watching. The main facilities in the hotel include 1 swimming pool, spa center, restaurant, and a bar.
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Time + Tide Miavana
If it was not a guide, I’d probably let you just see the photo of this hotel, but let’s dig into it. Miavana features 14 ocean-front villas that live and breathe castaway luxury. Here each villa comes with a butler and with a lovely view straight to the ocean. From the hotel, you can get a half-day trip on a helicopter, go fishing and diving. The hotel is almost completely isolated since it’s located on the far removed island of Nosy Ankao, and it’s accessible only by helicopter from Diego Suarez and Nosy Be airports. Since the hotel is not listed on booking.com, see all the details here.
Constance Tsarabanjina
You just need to choose one of the 25 beach villas here to find true happiness. The hotel has an All-Inclusive Package which includes everything from premium drinks to authentic cuisine. Constance Tsarabanjina is isolated from Madagascar as well and he can be reached by boat that the hotel is arranging as soon as you book the deal. Here the main facilities include the great private beach, spa, and fitness center and tons of activities that the hotel offers and you can participate.
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Tsara Komba
The property is also isolated from the main island of Madagascar but the hotel arranges a transfer with a boat as you book. Just pick one of the eight lodges that the place offers to feel what is like in heaven. The lodges are located inside the forest but only a few meters away from the beach. On the property, you can enjoy a wide variety of activities such as snorkeling, hiking, and diving, or even take a relaxing massage to release all the stress.
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Isalo Rock Lodge
Set in the Sandstone Mountains, Isalo Rock Lodge overlooks the Isalo National Park which will give you another vibe to your Madagascar vacation. But don’t fear, the hotel pool will fill in the missing space of the missing ocean. The hotel’s main facilities include a spa center, 1 swimming pool, a restaurant that offers local and European food, and some activities like hiking, cycling, and even horseback riding.
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PAP’S Chambres d’Hôtes
Located 200 meters away from the beach, this 2 stars hotel is less expensive than the rest of the hotels on the list, yet it’s awesome as well. From the hotel terrace, you’ll get the perfect tan while watching an amazing view of the ocean. The hotel’s main facilities include 1 swimming pool with a pool bar and a ton of activities walking tours, badminton, and some other beauty options like manicures and pedicures.
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Villa Claire
Located in Toliara, just a 3-minutes walk from the beach. This property suits a group of friends or family (12 people). The villa has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with pool views. The main facilities include 1 swimming pool, a restaurant and a spa.
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Remo e Berenice
Facing the beachfront in Nosy Komba, Remo e Berenice is a great option if you want to save some money. You have 5 types of bungalows to choose from and every one of them got a sea view. The hotel main facilities include a restaurant, bar and tons of activities off-site like hiking, diving cycling and snorkeling.
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The Citizen
If you want to travel to Madagascar for the beaches and the pools then skip to the next part, because this hotel is all about experiencing the capital of the island Antananarivo. Here you won’t have even a pool, yet if you came to see the island culture and attractions, this place is for you. The hotel is located in the heart of the city and it’s less than 1km away from the main attractions. The property’s main facilities include a bar, a restaurant, and a great terrace watching the city’s lake.
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Bakuba Hotel
And we are back on track with the beachfront hotels. Bakuba Hotel is located in Ankilibe and it’s a 2-minute walk from the beach. The hotel has 6 lodges in total and half of them are suites. The main facilities in the hotel include a swimming pool that looks like a little oasis, a restaurant, a bar, and a spa center.
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Les Hibiscus Nosy-Be
This hotel has a mix of bungalows and rooms and some of them have a nice hot tub inside. The beach is only 5-minute away from the hotel and you can take all the equipment you need for a good stay near the ocean. The hotel’s main facilities include a beautiful garden, some spa packages, and a few off-site activities such as horseback riding.
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Home The Residence
Located in Befotaka Bay, straight on the beachfront. Here you’ll have 10 villas to choose from, while every one of them has a terrace or a balcony looking at the ocean. The problem here is that in order to have a pool you got to book a villa with one, because the pools are private to some of the villas. The main facilities in the compound include a restaurant, bar, spa center, private beach, and tons of on-site activities for children.
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And that’s it for our Madagascar Hotels Guide
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