The place is very nicely decorated, Bintu cleaned it very well, everything was comfortable. I would definitely stay here again. The walk to the beach or to restaurants wasn't too bad, but could be hot and dusty. Thanks for the relaxing stay.

Meaghan Canada

Decoration, location, comfort, cleanliness and staff

David Spain

The Madinka Lodge was a little oasis near the Senegambia Strip and beach. Diane and Lamin were wonderful hosts, and the other staff, Bintu (cleaner), Boba, and Backa (security), were always friendly and helpful. The gardens, chill out areas, and small pool provided a lovely relaxing atmosphere that I spent quite a few hours in watching the colourful birds and lizards. The lodge is about 5-10 mins walk to the strip and a further 5 to the beach. Its worth walking another 10 mins to the poco loco beach bar as that's a much better beach.

Roy United Kingdom

A very beautiful comfortable and well-kept lodge, the surrounding garden is totally lush and idyllic with lots of singing birds that will wake you up in the morning. I loved its traditional design, you can tell a lot of care and attention went into it. The hosts and the staff were super friendly and helpful at all times and will make you feel at home. Thank you Diane Lamin and all the staff for my wonderful stay!

Maria Germany

Diane and Lamine are the kindest hosts, and my room was great, nicely done and spacious. The lodge is down a smaller street, very calm and quiet.

Eva Netherlands

The hosts Lamin and Dianne were most welcoming, personally escorted to room on arrival, which was beautiful and clean. Location was good, walking distance to the beach and restaurants There was a pool when walking to beach was too much. There is 24 hour security and always felt welcomed as a lone traveller. The garden area was peaceful and relaxing. Personal touches extended were thoughtful. Would highly recommend Mandinka Lodge, and would stay again. Thank you.

Smith United Kingdom

It was a beautiful haven from the hustle and bustle outside. It was clean and the suite was very comfortable.

Georgia United Kingdom

Diane and Lamin were superb hosts, they made us feel really welcome. The lodges are really comfortable and we had a great stay. I hope to be back in the future.

Genevieve United Kingdom

The rooms with Kingsize Beds are in the shape of a hut, the suite is a full apartment. The rooms are very clean, the best beds we've had in the Gambia and the daily cleaning also the best we've experienced in the Gambia. The owners are so welcoming and warm, the lady of the house will always take the time to genuinely know how you are doing (and leaving you in your privacy). We were travelling during low season, the resorts in the neighbourhood gave a 'sad' vibe with having so little tourists, as the lodge is small you don't feel like you are on your own.

Isha Belgium

great breakfast, huge apartment, cosy friendly ambiance. The owners couldnt do enough to make my stay the best they could

Alison United Kingdom