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Located in Nungwi, on the quieter north east coast of Zanzibar, Game Fish Lodge is situated along the beachfront and features an in-house restaurant, bar and a sun terrace. Free private parking is offered on site. The air conditioned rooms come complete with a patio offering views of the sea. Each room has a seating area, mosquito net and private bathroom with a shower. Extras include bed linen and a fan. At Game Fish Lodge the restaurant serves generous meals consisting mainly of freshly caught fish. Guests can enjoy a stroll along the beach. Activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including fishing, diving and snorkelling. An airport shuttle can be arranged at a charge. Stone Town and the Zanzibar International Airport is within 64 km.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, American

Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
2 extra-large double beds
Bedroom 2:
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.3
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Craig
    South Africa South Africa
    The friendliness of our hosts , made it feel like home away from home
  • Aditi
    India India
    I recently had the pleasure of staying at this charming property with my partner, and it truly exceeded my expectations. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed by the warm and gracious hosts, Colin and Lesley, who made us feel right at...
  • Leisa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Unique accommodation with fabulous views. Hosts Lesley and Colin went above and beyond to take care of us. We loved every minute and can't wait to go back. Such a beautiful spot, close to local restaurants and bars. Colin's fish menu definitely...
  • Mark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing in every way. Amazing views, amazing location, amazing hosts, amazing food, amazing value, by staying over at game fish, you are about 25 min walk from the bars etc. This means you get to walk through the village streets. High five the...
  • Taiko
    Japan Japan
    I chose the Game Fish Lodge after reading carefully all reviews. As other review says, it was a great lodge with hospitality. They helped us to organise our activities providing us with local information. I also liked a lot their breakfast -...
  • Michelle
    Italy Italy
    We want to say a HUGE THANK YOU to Lesley and Collin for the most perfect week. We arrived as guests in their beautiful lodge and have left with life long friends. The location is fantastic to explore the island, the food is just delicious. They...
  • Pär
    Sweden Sweden
    We had the pleasure to spend six nights with Colin and Lesley and had such a great time. super nice location in Nungwi. perfect for the peace and quiet we wanted. The food was great and we just felt so relaxed just being there. If you want a five...
  • Martos
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The owners made our stay unique and make us feel like home. Also the location is great! located in the quiet part.
  • Marc
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Colin and Lesley are so friendly. Everyday feels like a present. They always present you with an excellent breakfast. And the diner cooked by Colin and Lesley are like a chefs diner. We were only there for three days and wished that we had booked...
  • Andy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Personal service and so friendly. very intimate, no crowds just peace and tranquility.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Property questions and answers
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  • Good day, we are two girls travelling and don’t want to share a bed. Is there any possibility of arranging twin beds please? 🙏 thanks Sandra

    Yes we can arrange twin beds
    Answered on 2 June 2022
  • Hi, is the end of March- beginning of April a good time to visit? Is the beach in front the lodge nice? Lastly - is the location baby friendly?cheers

    Yes march/April is a beautiful time here. Less wind and the temperatures are hot. The beach is tidal so for certain times of the day walking is not p..
    Answered on 9 January 2022
  • Is there a direct access to beach…..is hotel at same level as beach. What is best way to travel from ferry to hotel….do you have a shuttle. Th

    There is direct access to the beach. The shuttle from the ferry is $35. There are many taxis at the ferry which can be negotiated.
    Answered on 1 September 2021
  • When is the best time to visit your property for the perfect beach holiday?

    October and November there is very little wind and the temperatures are not so hot. February and March are also nice but extremely hot.
    Answered on 9 January 2022
  • Good day, do you have twin beds in any of your rooms? We are two friends travelling and do not want to share a bed. Thanks Sandra

    yes we can give you twin beds
    Answered on 30 June 2022
  • is it possible to swim in the beach near the property?

    yes in the high tide just bring water shoes
    Answered on 30 June 2022
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Property surroundings

Restaurants
2 restaurants on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Open for
      Dinner
  • Restaurant #2

    No additional info available

Facilities of Game Fish Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Pool view
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Private beach area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Beach
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Laundry
Entertainment and family services
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Infinity pool
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
Wellness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Swahili

House rules
Game Fish Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 18:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Game Fish Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Game Fish Lodge

  • Game Fish Lodge has 2 restaurants:

    • Restaurant #2
    • Restaurant #1

  • Game Fish Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Beachfront
    • Private beach area
    • Swimming Pool
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Beach

  • Check-in at Game Fish Lodge is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • Guests staying at Game Fish Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • American
    • À la carte

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Game Fish Lodge is 0.7 miles from the centre of Nungwi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Game Fish Lodge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Game Fish Lodge include:

    • Double
    • Triple
    • Apartment

  • The prices at Game Fish Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.