The hotel offers all forms of water-sport facilities, and has a tennis court and swimming pool in the grounds. Next door is the Steps Campsite which under the same management as Livingstonia Beach Hotel located in an excellent position and having good facilities. It is slightly more expensive than most camping places but it's a secure site and the surrounding area is kept very clean and appealing. Further south, and more popular with back packers is Hippo Hide Resthouse , where you can stay in a basic room for a very reasonable price. The resthouse is located some way from the beach.
Shady gardens overlook the lake.
Towards Kambiri Point lies Crystal Waters, a friendly, low-key hotel with a good restaurant, and bar with pool table. It is possible to camp here at a reasonable price. The Wheelhouse , located nearby, has camping facilities. The accommodation is in walk-in tents and meals are served on one communal table. Chembe Lodge is a place where one meets new people from all around the world and leaves with a group of new friends.