Lala Lodge Pemba
Overview
Lala Lodge Pemba is a 1-star, budget beachfront lodge in Mgini, close to Chake Chake's harbour on Pemba's west coast. It is well known among guests for its host-run dinners, where guests eat together with the owner, Dennis, who also helps organise diving, snorkeling and boat excursions around the island. Reviewers consistently praised the location by the water, the freshly caught fish, and being able to watch harbour activity - ferries and fishing boats - from the lodge's upper deck.
Rooms
Room types include a Budget Double Room (1 queen bed) and a Budget Twin Room (available with either 1 queen bed or 2 twin beds), all with balconies, sea and garden views, air conditioning and terraces.
Amenities
The lodge has a private beach area with direct beachfront access, a garden, and an on-site restaurant serving breakfast and dinner alongside other guests. Lunch costs $12 and dinner $15 per person, per night, in addition to room rates.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The lodge is close to the port and shore in Mgini, near Chake Chake, roughly 20-21 miles from Wawi Airport and Gombani Stadium by straight-line distance.