Overview
A Niarra Favourite
Sat high upon a hill in the historic heart of the Malagasy capital, La Maison Gallieni offers a spectacular 360 views across the city of Antananarivo. This 19th century building is a charming and comfortable place to explore the surrounding city from.
With only four bedrooms - Monaco, Tana, Fara, and Gallieni, the hotel is personal and unique. You will be in awe of the luxurious bedrooms and the iconic spiral staircase that leads up to the lounge and dining room, all of which have superb views over the city. This boutique hotel has a homely feel with tasteful décor so is a perfect escape from the bustling city outside.
And what a relaxing escape it is, a dip in the swimming pool or a sundowner at the end of the day in the garden really makes La Maison Gallieni is the ideal spot to wind down.
Facts
At a glance
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Four luxury bedrooms
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Swimming Pool
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Botanical Garden
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Library

Experiences
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Explore the Capital
Antananarino has been the capital of Madagascar for over three centuries and is a melting pot of Malagsy culture and cuisine. It is a city steeped in history and the markets sell some of the best selection of craft from across the country.
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Lemurs' Park
Wonder through the beautiful trails through a bamboo forest alongside the river. The lemurs are very playful and friendly and will jump around which is great to watch.
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Catch a Show at the French Institute
Formerly known as the Albert Camus Cultural Center, the French institute is the place to go for a cultural night out in Antananarivo. Its auditorium hosts dance recitals, plays, concerts and other live performances; while the cinema shows an eclectic variety of films ranging from documentaries to live opera screenings.
Footprint
This boutique hotel is very eco-conscious. It uses recycled rain water and ecological light sources to keep its carbon footprint to a minimum.
Example trips
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Example trips
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What makes us different
Why Niarra


Niarra Travel is a forward-thinking travel company headquartered in London born out of a passion to do things differently.
In Swahili, a Bantu language spoken by millions in Eastern, Central and Southern Africa, the name Niara means "with utmost purpose" and our team are united by a passion for exploration and a belief that the right kind of travel can make the world a better place.
Our Travel Researchers are here to create incredible trips with a positive impact for you.
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Unforgettable experiences
Creating your trip is entirely collaborative and our Travel Researchers are here for every step.
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Positive impact
Curated sustainable experiences and accommodation that maximize the benefits to local people and place.
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Fairness and transparency
An open, competitive pricing structure that ensures more money goes to where it's needed in the destination.