Bintang Bolong Lodge

De kamers was alles behalve klaar. Stond vol met verhuisdozen en was heel vuil en slordig. Er waren geen lakens en geen handdoeken. Wanneer we het personeel hierover aanspraken waren ze super onvriendelijk en niet bereid te helpen. De wc werkte niet, er was geen wc papier en alles stonk. Heel jammer . Hier komen we nooit meer terug.

In Februari zijn we met Gambia Freddies taxi and guide services naar Bintang Bolong lodgdes gebracht. Hier een romantische boottocht gedaan met overnachting. We hadden een prive boottocht, alles goed geregeld door Gambia freddies taxi and guide services. Bedankt!

Situated in a picturesque setting by the river , Some lucky people had a riverside cabin unfortunately I didn't I ended up in accommodation a 5 minute walk away. Lots of birdlife , dolphins and crocodiles being spotted. The room I had was basic but adequate , hot water and electricity supply erratic. I spent 2 nights here and there were power cuts both nights , remember to take a torch. Very good inexpensive laundry service . There was no WIFI in the time I spent here. Breakfast was good , meals were very good. Staff helpful.

During my travel it was the best appartment of the Gambia. It was a really delicious food. Cleen, warm and mosquito proof room with georgeous views just from my balcony. I woke up early to take some night photos and morning birds. Amazing experience.

This place was exceptional in 90s Gambia, but after 30 years of operation, it hardly catches up with today's standards. Now it looks more like arrogantly managed backpackers place . We made a reservation by phone. when we arrived 'the famous' hotel manager checked the reservation: lodge #2 was reserved for us. unfortunately it was given away to other customers... he moved us to lodge #5, which is an older lodge covered with mangroves from the lake side. (You will not find its photos on their page). the toilet paper was missing and room quality was far from the best, especially shower. Dinner food was ok. Breakfast - just basic. In other Gambia towns for the same quality rooms you pay 2x less. Surprisingly, our lodge neighbour was complaining about 2K dalasi price, while for the same room we paid 3.5K. While leaving we came to pay our food and drinks bill, receptionist overcharged us 400 dalasi. she made a mistake on receipt, though summing with calculator. when I showed here mistake, she returned the difference, but no excuse or any other sorry word. Keeping in mind it's Africa, you don't expect it to be European quality or standards. but at the same time you don't intend to pay European prices for African quality.

AMAZING place! A beautiful quiet getaway in a gorgeous spot along the river. Super lovely, helpful & friendly staff, fabulous food. Rooms over looking the river. Great boat trips. Would highly recommend & look forward to visiting again soon.