This is one among the only two real options for a decent stay in Kigoma. The other being the Hiltop Hotel. The stay at Lake Tanganyika Hotel has been wonderful. The view outside my balcony or from the patio bar or pool is just breath taking. The service is good. The rooms are very clean. I think I might be... More

After many battles to book a room at the Lake Tanganyika Hotel, without success, I discovered the trick is to phone at night (around 21:00 Tanzania time) and talk to the night receptionist. She is very competent and efficient ito bookings. The hotel staff do not respond to emails and never answer the phone during the day. (You probably do... More

There really isn't all that much to choose between in Kigoma, but in my opinion Lake Tanganyika Hotel is the best choice. Situated right on the banks of the lake with swimming pool, bar and internet connection. The hotel is good value for money Friendly staff, clean and tidy, 10 mins walk to the centre of town (only 5 mins... More

yes, Lake Tanganyika hotel was renovated in the last 5 years complete with Italian furnishings and fixtures and they maintain a reasonable level of cleanliness. However, the service can only be described as sullen. They've tried to overcharge on numerous occasions thinking we would not go through and itemize all the expenses. When confronted, they never apologize and just shrug... More

I began a two-week stay in Tanzania with a business gathering at the Lake Tanganyika Hotel, and it surpassed my modest expectations. The location can't be beat, literally on the banks of the great lake with golden sunsets visible from my room and veranda. The room itself was small and crowded with a stand for compact refrigerator and tea-making equipment... More

The Lake Tanganyika Beach Hotel is beautifully situated with modern comfortable rooms at reasonable rates, the food is good but don't be in a hurry as the service very slow but the staff are friendly and helpful and the hotel very comfortable.

The Lake Tanganyika Hotel has been rebuilt completely on the site of the old Lake Tanganyika Beach Hotel, it is now the only modern 4* hotel in Kigoma. It does well out of the many NGOs which have offices around Kigoma town (the ex-pat community use it extensively). It lacks the character found in the Kigoma Hilltop hotel but is... More