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Wag Hill Lodge

3.0 star property
Family beach fun and 2 outdoor pools

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Swedish massages
Front of property - evening/night
Terrace/patio
Super Luxury FamilyTent with Private Pool | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Super Luxury FamilyTent with Private Pool | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Wag Hill Lodge, beside a lake, offers wildlife spotting in a peaceful setting. Enjoy the firepit, Swedish massages, fishing, motor boats, rowboats, and nearby hiking and biking trails.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Cottage with Plunge Pool

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Tent, 2 Twin Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Tent, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Cottage Triple with Plunge Pool

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Super Luxury FamilyTent with Private Pool | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Super Luxury FamilyTent with Private Pool

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Penthouse Family Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Penthouse Family Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dining table
4 bedrooms
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 12
  • 1 Queen Bed, 3 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Super Luxury Family Cottage with Private | Balcony

Super Luxury Family Cottage with Private

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Luxury Double Tent | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Double Tent

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Family Cottage with Common Plunge

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Property grounds

Luxury Tent, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Bidet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Mwanza, Wag Hill Lodge is on a lake. Mwanza Port and Rock Beach Garden are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Saanane National Park and Lake Victoria. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives.
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What's nearby

  • St. Augustine University of Tanzania - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Mwanza Port - 9 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Rock Beach Garden - 12 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Saanane National Park - 13 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Sukuma Museum / Bujora Cultural Center - 30 min drive - 15.1 miles

Getting around

  • Mwanza (MWZ) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rooftop Restaurant & Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Swimming Pool Terrace Restaurant, Hotel Tilapia, Mwanza - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Weekend Car Wash & Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Oliver Hotel - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Wag Hill Lodge

Family-friendly tentalow by the lake
Take advantage of game and wildlife viewing, a firepit, and a coffee shop/cafe at Wag Hill Lodge. With motor boating, fishing, and kayaking, this tentalow is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Enjoy onsite activities like basketball, rowing/canoeing, and mountain biking. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, an outdoor tennis court, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Smoke-free premises, outdoor furniture, and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Rainfall showers, bidets, and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Basketball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat tours
  • Canoeing
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Game viewing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas
  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Spa

  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and bus station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 4 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: TZS 60000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Wag Hill Lodge Mwanza
Wag Hill Mwanza
Wag Hill Lodge Mwanza
Wag Hill Mwanza
Wag Hill
Safari/Tentalow Wag Hill Lodge Mwanza
Mwanza Wag Hill Lodge Safari/Tentalow
Safari/Tentalow Wag Hill Lodge
Wag Hill Lodge Mwanza
Wag Hill Lodge Safari/Tentalow
Wag Hill Lodge Safari/Tentalow Mwanza

Frequently asked questions

Does Wag Hill Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–6:30 PM.

Is Wag Hill Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Wag Hill Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Wag Hill Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Wag Hill Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does Wag Hill Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of TZS 60000 per vehicle applies.

Where is Wag Hill Lodge located?

This family-friendly Mwanza tentalow is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Lake Victoria and St. Augustine University of Tanzania. Rock Beach Garden and Mwanza Port are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Wag Hill Lodge Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.0

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

7.8

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 11 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The nature around Wag Hill is so fascinating and relaxing,the lake view and the sunset view and many more others. I liked the private pool at the cottage. I just advise they have it cleaned regularly or cover it so it won't be contaminated with insects or dirty particles. Otherwise I would love to reside in a cottage next time I am at Wag Hill.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adele

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
the manager was so distracted when ever we needed his attention . the property is amazing far from the city but amazing is you want quite after a long vacation ., no liquor or pork property is muslim ran that we did not know so bring your liquor if you want it., lots of children perfect for family
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Joshua

Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sabine

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Obwohl auf Knieverletzung hingewiesen wurde, war das Zimmer in der nahezu leerstehenden Anlage fast 1km von der Rezeption entfernt. Bei nächtlicher Ankunft beleuchtete der begleitende Massai den Weg mit seinem Handy notdürftig. Nach Starkregen am Nachmittag war der mit Steinplatten ausgelegte Weg stellenweise sehr glitschig. Internet vor Ort wäre sicher gut gewesen, allerdings fehlte dazu der an der Rezeption am Morgen auf Nachfrage leider auch nicht erhältliche Voucher. Somit war keine Kommunikation mit einem mitreisenden Bekannten möglich. Das Moskitonetz war deutlich zu klein für das Bett. Sehr muffiger Geruch in dem schlecht gelüfteten Zimmer, das auch um Mitternacht noch ca. 26°C hatte. Insgesamt wurde der schlechte Eindruck abgerundet durch ein unfreundliches Telefonat mit der nie persönlich in Erscheinung getretenen Betreiberin. Schade. Das Ferienressort liegt sehr schön am See. Als Hotel eher nicht geeignet.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Päivi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barnie

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect hotel for a get-away close to nature

Very nice hotel at the lakeside, surrounded by beautiful nature. Service is exceptional and rooms are extremely nice with slight need for refurbishment. Note: Hotel is not serving alcohol and not smoker-friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dorian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my favorite place to stay at in Tanzania. I spent a week and could have stayed longer if I had the time. The natural beauty is stunning and the lake during sunrise is exceptionally beautiful. I highly recommend a stay here. The staff was wonderful, the food delicious, and everything about this place gets top marks from me. 10/10
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were well decorated, and the staff were excellent...friendly and helped with any issue that arose.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

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