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Nothing round about the lodge for about five miles so you are isolated no bars,restaurants etc so you have to get taxis or eat and drink on site.
Staff and people in surrounding are very friendly
Verified traveller
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2019
Response from Helen - owner on 3 Apr 2019
Thank you for your review. Mango Lodge is set in an active African village away from the tourist area - although this is easily accessible. We are proud of our lovely staff and friendly village.
The property was located in the heart of Ghana town surrounded by local people, giving it a charm & personal experience. The staff were amazing so friendly and attentive. Anything could be arranged for you like trips & transportation nothing too much trouble. Food was to a good standard given the limited resources available. Only frustrating thing was the lack of water, showers to be taken in the mornings.,Electricity also intermittent, lightning in room not bright but not a major issue.
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019
Response from Mango Lodge on 16 Feb 2019
Thank you for your comments on Mango Lodge. We pride ourselves on our lovely staff and our location in the village of Ghanatown. The problems we have with our water is that our automatic tank top up (floater) has failed and is now fixed - thankyou for your patience. The national electricity in Gambia is a problem - we have solar lighting and this is designed to be eco - friendly. We will be investing in brighter LED lighting next season. Thank you for choosing to stay with us at Mango Lodge.
I had a great stay with Helen, Sarjo, and Abrima at the Mango Lodge... it was a great base for birding! The food was great, and Abrima was so kind to get up early to make me breakfast so I could be out on the road by 7am for my fabulous birding adventures. I had the best time birding with local birding guide Kebba Sosseh!!! Can't wait to return :D
Kate
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Response from Mango Lodge on 26 Nov 2018
Thank you Kate - we are glad that you enjoyed your stay at Mango Lodge. We look forward to your next visit.
8/10 Good
Ann
5 Feb 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Hjertelig velkomst og stemning. Noget slidt.
Dejlig Lodge i det mindre turistprægede Gambia. Stedet er lidt slidt, men rent. Især er stemningen, service og imødekommenhed fra personalet i top. Man føler sig modtaget som en del af en afrikansk familie
Ann
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from Rob on 9 Feb 2022
Ann, thank you for your kind words. We are glad you e joyed your stay and i hope you will be back soon.
Dejligt og naturligt sted, med god afrikansk stemning og opmærksom service.
Ann
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Response from Rob on 9 Feb 2022
Thank you for your kind words and we are glad you enjoyed your stay. We pride ourselves in the staff, and they make the lodge feel like your home.
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
17 Nov 2019
Verified traveller
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2019
Response from Mango Lodge on 17 Nov 2019
Thank you for choosing Mango Lodge
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
Travelled with group
9 Mar 2019
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Prachtige locatie midden in een wijk. Ruime kamers. Vriendelijk personeel.
Nadeel is dat je om alles moet vragen: de schoonmaak van je kamer, handdoeken, ontbijt, drinken.
Een excursie geregeld vanuit hier en de gids was geen gids maar een chauffeur, vertelde niets, gaf geen informatie. Dit was erg jammer.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Response from Helen on 13 Mar 2019
Thank you for your review - we are proud of our exceptional team that run Mango Lodge. We value our guests independence and we are glad that everything was available when requested. We are looking into our tour guides to improve our guest experience.
My partner and I stayed at Mango lodge for 4 nights and absolutely recommend it! It is located inGhana twn further away from the touristy areas and in 5 min waking distance from the beach. The beach is lovely and quiet with a couple of local bars! The staff were so kind, helpful and friendly that felt like family! They also had a great cook asking the guests every day for their prefered local food to cook. Very lovely pool area to relax and great service. Thanks and hope to see you guys!