Ryalls Hotel (often now known as the Protea Ryalls Hotel, or even the Protea Hotel Ryalls) is located in the central business district of Blantyre, the capital of Malawi's Southern Region. It is only 15 minutes from the airport, 77km from Zomba Plateau and approximately 220km from the southern shore of Lake Malawi.
Protea Hotel Ryalls offers 120 rooms, all of them en-suite with air conditioning, satellite TV, mini-bar fridge and wireless internet access. The lodge has a cocktail bar and two restaurant, where local cuisine is served – the '21' Grill and the Coffee Shop.
A swimming pool and a fitness centre are available at this Protea hotel. In addition, the nearby Blantyre Sports Club offers guest the use of various sporting facilities, including golf and tennis.
Ryalls Hotel also provides conference facilities for up to 200 delegates and business centre services, like faxing and emailing.
Lodge overview
Lodge type: Town
No. of bedrooms: 120 rooms
Season: Open Year Round
Central facilities: Two bars, two restaurants ('21' Grill, Coffee Shop), conference facilities (for up to 200 delegates), disabled facilities, parking, swimming pool and fitness centre. Nearby facilities include: golf club, gym/health club, tennis & squash, horse riding, bowls and opportunities for walking.