Rating: Mid-range
Manga Soa Lodge is a small hotel on Nosy Be with cottages and a villa scattered throughout the gardens which lead down to the shore. The design and decor of the lodge is traditional, using lots of local wood. The accommodation is spacious and self-contained, with a sitting area equipped with a TV and minibar, bedroom with a mosquito net-draped bed and picture window, and a bathroom. All have private terraces. Rooms service is available, so you can savour meals in the seclusion of your terrace whenever you wish.
The lodge overlooks a long sandy beach which is reached by a set of steps from the garden. You'll be provided with a beach towel and sandals for your beach time. The hotel also has an infinity pool and deck with loungers where you can rest and sunbathe.
You can sample authentic Malagasy cuisine while at Manga Soa, with many of the herbs, vegetables and fruits grown in the hotel's gardens. Breakfast is a feast of healthy fruits, and the chef can prepare tasty picnic lunches if you're planning to spend a day out and about.
Open: Open all year.
Location: Situated on the beach, Manga Soa Lodge is in Nosy Be, Of the coast of Madagascar.
Rooms: 7 en-suite rooms all with ceiling fans, minibar, television and desk.
Activities: Recreational amenities at the hotel include a private beach and an outdoor pool, Scuba diving available nearby.
Facilities: Own private beach. Restaurant and a coffee shop/café. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge.
Dining: Meals are taken at separate tables.
Children: The Hotel accepts children.
Health: This is a malarial area.
Communication: Free wi-fi available in some public areas in the Hotel.