Antananarivo Travel Guide: 290+ Hotels in Madagascar

About Antananarivo

The Rova of Antananarivo anchors this hilly capital’s royal heritage in Madagascar’s central highlands, alongside markets, museums, and Malagasy cuisine.

Most stays center on Analakely, close to market stalls and central streets. Haute-Ville brings the Rova of Antananarivo and Andafiavaratra Palace Museum, while Ambohimanga Royal Hill adds a royal cultural landmark north of the city.

Analakely Market fills the day with local produce, crafts, and street food, and Malagasy and French shape daily conversation. The city’s steep roads, layered history, and busy neighborhoods pair well with dishes such as ravitoto and romazava.

Where to stay

Hotels in Antananarivo

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Radisson Blu Hotel Antananarivo Waterfront

8.8V. good · 342 Reviews

Tana Waterfront Zone | Antananarivo, 101, MG

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Nosy Manga - Hotel Ivato Airport

9.0Superb · 244 Reviews

Propriété Beryl Lot Prk 7/108 Ivato | Antananarivo, 105, MG

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The Citizen

9.3Superb · 117 Reviews

Lot Ic 12 Rue D'angleterre Isoraka | Antananarivo, 101, MG

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Relais des Plateaux & Spa– Ivato International Airport

8.6V. good · 219 Reviews

Lot 66 B Antanetibe Ivato | Antananarivo, 105, MG

Swimming poolSpa & wellness

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Milestone City Business Apartment - Secure Area - Fast WiFi Long Stay

8.8V. good · 22 Reviews

Vo 12 Mr Bis Manakambahiny | Antananarivo, 101, MG

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La Varangue

9.3Superb · 99 Reviews

17 Rue Printsy Ratsimamanga | Antananarivo, 101, MG

Spa & wellness

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Palissandre ANTANANARIVO

8.8V. good · 69 Reviews

13 Rue Andriandahifotsy Faravohitra | Antananarivo, 101, MG

Swimming poolSpa & wellness

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Novotel Convention & Spa Antananarivo

8.4V. good · 68 Reviews

Alarobia | Antananarivo, 101, MG

Swimming poolSpa & wellness

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Places to stay in Antananarivo

AmenitiesBest for

Popular amenities

Best for

Ranked by verified guest score, then stars. Based on 290 of 364 hotels with verified data.

Best for families

Family rooms listed · 25 hotels qualify

The Citizen9.3/10 · 117 reviews
La Varangue9.3/10 · 99 reviews
Nosy Manga - Hotel Ivato Airport9.0/10 · 244 reviews · 4-star
Radisson Blu Hotel Antananarivo Waterfront8.8/10 · 342 reviews · 5-star
Chambre d'hôtes Valiha8.8/10 · 55 reviews

Best for drivers

Free parking · 20 hotels qualify

COCODY ROC9.8/10 · 60 reviews · 3-star
Maison d'Hôtes Mandrosoa8.9/10 · 170 reviews · 4-star
FLY INN Madagascar HOTEL - Navette GRATUITE H24 - à 300m de l'Aéroport International Ivato-Antananarivo8.7/10 · 304 reviews · 3-star
San Cristobal Boutique Hotel - Ivato Airport8.6/10 · 185 reviews · 3-star
Hotel Sakamanga8.6/10 · 146 reviews

Best for a pool

Swimming pool listed · 18 hotels qualify

Somptua Garden Boutique Hôtel9.3/10 · 68 reviews · 4-star
Palissandre ANTANANARIVO8.8/10 · 69 reviews
Relais des Plateaux & Spa– Ivato International Airport8.6/10 · 219 reviews
Le Chat'o Park Hotel Ivato Airport NAVETTE GRATUITE H248.5/10 · 122 reviews
Radisson Hotel Tamboho Waterfront Antananarivo8.4/10 · 142 reviews · 4-star

Antananarivo at a glance

Check-in / check-out

2:00 PM / 11:00 AM

Free parking

198 of 216 hotels (92%)

Pool

71 of 290 hotels

Climate

Tropical

Languages

Malagasy and French

Local currency

MGA (MGA)

Local time

22:29 (GMT+3)

Ideal trip length

3–7 days

Cost level

2 of 5 · our research

Suggested area to stay

Analakely

Tap water

Bottled water recommended

Tipping

Expected for good service

History, culture and food in Antananarivo

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 50 · Moderate

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Ravitoto Romazava Mofo Gasy Lasary

Hotel facts in Antananarivo

Based on 290 of 364 hotels with verified data.

Hotels that list	Hotels	Share
Free parkingof hotels with verified parking	198 of 216	92%
Swimming pool	71 of 290	24%
24-hour front desk	127 of 290	44%
Facilities for disabled guests	22 of 290	8%
Family rooms	81 of 290	28%
Breakfast availablefree or paid depends on the rate	1 of 290	0%
Kitchen or kitchenette	40 of 290	14%
Airport shuttle14 free	157 of 290	54%

Pools and room sizes by star rating

Stars	Pool	Standard room
2-star	2 of 12	20 m²usually 18 m²–28 m² · 12 hotels
3-star	13 of 65	25 m²usually 20 m²–29 m² · 35 hotels
4-star	23 of 44	28 m²usually 20 m²–33 m² · 19 hotels

When to visit Antananarivo

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: May, June, July, August, September and October Busiest: Apr-Oct

Jan

0

Often avoided: Heavy rain and regional cyclone-season travel disruption risk.
Feb

0

Often avoided: Heavy rain and regional cyclone-season travel disruption risk.
Mar

0

Often avoided: Heavy rain and regional cyclone-season travel disruption risk.
Apr

27

Cyclone season (Nov-Apr)
May

51

Pleasant weather (avg high 25°C)
Jun

53

Madagascar Independence Day
Jul

50

Famadihana
Aug

50

Famadihana
Sep

53

Famadihana
Oct

51

Pleasant weather (avg high 27°C)
Nov

17

Rainy (158 mm)
Dec

18

Very wet (291 mm rain)

Jan Often avoided: Heavy rain and regional cyclone-season travel disruption risk.

Feb Often avoided: Heavy rain and regional cyclone-season travel disruption risk.

Mar Often avoided: Heavy rain and regional cyclone-season travel disruption risk.

Apr Cyclone season (Nov-Apr)

May Pleasant weather (avg high 25°C)

Jun Madagascar Independence Day

Jul Famadihana

Aug Famadihana

Sep Famadihana

Oct Pleasant weather (avg high 27°C)

Nov Rainy (158 mm)

Dec Very wet (291 mm rain)

Things to do in Antananarivo

7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

4 places

Rova of Antananarivo

Haute-Ville 2 hours

Explore the historic royal palace complex with panoramic city views.

Indoors

Analakely Market

Analakely 2 hours

Immerse yourself in the bustling main market, a sensory overload.

Outdoors Good for children

Ambohimanga Royal Hill

North of City 3 hours

Visit a sacred UNESCO site, a former royal city with palaces and tombs.

Indoors

Lemur's Park

West of City 3 hours

Observe various lemur species in a semi-wild environment.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

2 places

Andafiavaratra Palace Museum

Haute-Ville 1.5 hours

Discover royal artifacts and history in a beautiful 19th-century palace.

Indoors

Stroll through Haute-Ville

Haute-Ville 2.5 hours

Wander charming cobbled streets, colonial architecture, and viewpoints.

Outdoors Good for children

Any time of day

1 place

Croc Farm (Crocodyl Farm)

South of Airport 2 hours

See Nile crocodiles, lemurs, and chameleons in a wildlife park.

Outdoors Good for children

Antananarivo itineraries, day by day

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First-timer highlights

3 Days in Antananarivo — First-Timer Highlights

3 days15 stops

Discover the vibrant culture and historic charm of Madagascar's bustling capital.

This 3-day itinerary is perfect for first-time visitors eager to explore the essential sights and sounds of Antananarivo. From royal palaces to bustling markets and serene lakes, experience the unique blend of history, culture, and daily life that defines this fascinating city. Ideal for those seeking an immersive introduction to the heart of Madagascar.

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