What We Think
Ngala Lodge, situated between the resorts of Bakau and Fajara, is a small, intimate hotel which is very popular with repeat guests. As a child-free property, the tropical gardens remain peaceful throughout the day with ample space to find your own secluded spot. It is a fantastic choice for a romantic break and with one of the best restaurants in The Gambia, you’ll find it hard to leave.
The atmosphere at Ngala Lodge is extremely relaxed and friendly with very individual service; to help you unwind you can enjoy a massage or manicure in your suite or choose to have breakfast on your private balcony. Nothing is too much trouble. The main building of Ngala Lodge was formally a colonial mansion and houses the 10 original suites over 2 floors and some with their own private garden area. Each is unique, extremely comfortable and spacious with many individual features and little touches designed to make guests feel very much at home.
For something a little bit special we can offer a variety of upgraded suites including the penthouse with its private rooftop terrace with shower and skylight above the bed. The Manor Suites and the Atlantic Suites are both larger in size with superior standards and levels of service; the Manor encompasses four spacious 1-bedroom suites with sea views, and has its own gardens adjacent to the main Lodge with shared jacuzzi, while the Atlantic Suites are amongst the most stunning rooms in The Gambia and each has its own private jacuzzi on the terrace. In total there are eighteen suites, all facing the ocean, which are air-conditioned and have fans and mosquito nets.
Within the grounds there are a number of sunbathing terraces, seating areas and traditional African Bantabas (meeting places), which provide private hideaways for guests to enjoy a relaxing drink and a quiet book. Enjoying a magnificent setting looking out from its cliff-top position towards the ocean and the attractive gardens ensure a high degree of privacy with only a small number of guests in residence at any one time.There is also a swimming pool and small beach which can be reached at low tide via steep steps – a great spot for fishing.
In the evening, the cliff top restaurant not only serves excellent food but has a wonderful view of the ocean and the low key entertainment creates an inviting atmosphere. It continues to deserve its well-established reputation with the public for high standards in service and cuisine with many locals choosing to dine there. Due to the quality of food on offer, a high proportion of our clients choose to stay on a half board basis, which is a table d'hote menu with the option to upgrade to eat a la carte for a supplement.
Ngala Lodge is a property that is extremely popular with returning guests and received the highest customer feedback scores of any Luxury Collection property in Winter 2009/10 so, with such a small number of suites, it is advisable to book early.
Please note Ngala Lodge is for adults only and ideal for a romantic break. Due to the number of suites, requests for specific suites cannot be guaranteed. Ngala Lodge does not accept children under 16 years old unless the whole property is taken for a group or family.
