123 Jinack, Jinack Island, Gambia
#1 of 2 hotels in Jinack Island
Guests' ChoiceBased on 14 hotel reviews
8.0Cleanliness
7.5
Comfort
7.8
Location
9.5
Facilities
7.4
Staff
9.0
Value for money
7.8
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Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Luigi
ItalyI spent one night at Feel Free Lodge and felt at home from the very first moment. The view is amazing, the lodge is on the beautiful beach and there is the possibility to walk through the villages on the island. I did it and met so many friendly people around. Sheriffo, the owner of the lodge, helped me with the logistics to reach the place. He and his staff are so kind! The best experience for a mix of relax and discovery.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 9 December 2023
Maxim
Belgium/
Friendly staff, Yusufa, Solomon and Sherrifo do their best to make you feel comfortable. Nice location at the beach Clean bathroom. Delicious breakfast and dinners
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 8 September 2022
Colleen
United KingdomWould be fantastic to have food and drink menu with prices
I loved the location . Arriving in the dark was an adventure indeed . So quiet and peaceful just cows on the beach and me. Sheriff and his team great hosts , cooked meals and variety of soft and alcoholic on offer . Beach so close to lodge Sheriff able to organise/ offer trips to all popular places Kinta kunta Island Albert market Central Mosque Bilajo National park Mangrove Local village experience
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 26 March 2022
Dietrich
AustriaNothing.
We used this quiet place for digital detox. The Feel Free Lodge is located on a remote island and has the quietest beach we have ever visited. It is perfect for relaxing, swimming and bird watching. The manager Sheriffo was very friendly, most helpful, very reliable and considerate. Getting to the Feel Free Lodge is a nice adventure: We used a taxi, a ferry, a canoe, a donkey cart, a motor bike on the beach and a raft for getting there and back again.
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 1 January 2022
Paul
NetherlandsPEACEFUL AND QUIET
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 12 February 2024
Jo
United KingdomFeel Free Lodge is an exceptional place, a corner of paradise. From the moment you arrive. The staff are exceptional and cannot do enough for you, always with a smile. The main man Shariff is absolutely fantastic and went out of his way to ensure our stay was perfect.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 10 February 2023
Martina
Czech RepublicA great place where wishes come true. Excellent food. The owner has a big heart. You will experience complete peace. It's paradise.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 1 December 2022
Stefan
GermanyThere are a few problematic things to mention here. The rooms are not exactly clean, especially the showers and toilets. More problematic is the way to get there. Upon request, I was told "there is transport available in Barra". Good information for a Gambian, but if you don't know how it works, you are lost. In Barra, go to the ferry, then turn 180 degree and walk down the street. At the first junction, there is a public transport (gelli gelli) going to the island. But...only very rarely. You can keep walking and stick left to get to the river. There you can cross by a small float maintained by some boys. They will ask 100 Dalassi...give them 10. The ferry to Banjul costs 25, so 10 is more than reasonable. Then find a motorbike taxi there, if you dare. It is 250 Dalassi, but you can get it down to 200 or even less. BUT...be careful. I fell of the bike, ripped my pants and underwear (and nearly my important parts), had a big black spot on my leg and a cut on my thump. Some apologies were offered and the driver went off. And I walked. Saver and a good beach walk of 5-6 km, but make sure you don't do that in the midday sun. Best option is probably to ask the people from the lodge to pick you up. He is a good driver. Also, bring enough money, there is no ATM. And be aware that the beach is full of old shoes. Maybe you can find a matching pair.
The lodge is located in a quiet village on the northern border of The Gambia. Consequently, it is quiet there. The lodge is directly at the beach, with is a good thing and the staff is really, really friendly and cooks pretty good food.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 15 September 2022
Jose
SpainSheriff Camara the owner is a incredible person: careful.. very very frendly and nice
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 2 May 2022
Maximilian
GermanyTheres nothing to say
everything was so nice… if u go to The Gambia u should visit the lodge for some days. I hate mosquitoes,but there weren’t some, everything was so nice and comfortable, that I slept my first night outside by the fire and I never did this in my life before 🔥❤️
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 14 February 2022
Milan
GermanyNice and quiet place. Just cool down and let the animals come to you.
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 23 December 2021
Aaron
United StatesNo real issues. I'd just be sure to know that it's rustic accommodations and very isolated. Those were positives for us, but make sure expectations are correct.
Fantastic hospitality and a great spot to get away from it all for a few days. Good food, and Sheriff was very accommodating, making sure that our 2 year old was going to be happy with the meals. We all had a great time!
Stayed in November 2021
Reviewed: 7 April 2023
Libero
ItalyThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in April 2023
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