Ten lovely bungalows in the middle of a private reserve just a stone’s throw from Andasibe-Mantadia National Park – this is Manjarano Lodge & Spa.

The lodge is characterised by its super modern, and at the same time both raw and elegant industrial design with high ceilings, a large open fireplace in the middle of the restaurant and steel ceiling structures. Inspiration has clearly been drawn from the graphite mine and the associated industry that you pass on the way to the lodge.

The bungalows are really something! There is a bathroom with a free-standing bathtub, a private balcony overlooking a lake, tea and coffee-making facilities, exquisite cotton linen, a minibar and Wi-Fi (which, in the best Madagascar way, can be a little unstable). The bungalows are on two levels, and have space for both a bed and small relaxation area, and are decorated in muted neutral colours.

The communal areas include a beautiful restaurant and bar and a lovely sun terrace with an infinity pool, from which there is a view of a small lake.