Guest Reviews

“Julie remembers our names, our favourite rooms, even how we take our tea. That kind of personal attention is rare. You don't get it at the big hotels. At Luigi's, you are not a room number — you are family.”

“Best value in The Gambia. The apartment was spotless, the pool gorgeous, and the beach a 2-minute walk. We cooked some meals in the kitchen and ate at the restaurant for the rest. Perfect combination. The children loved the cat cafe.”

“Spent January here for the third year running. The bird watching alone is worth the trip. I counted 47 species without leaving the complex grounds. Add in the river trips, the friendly staff, and the honest food, and you have everything a retired man needs.”

“As a solo female traveller, I felt completely safe and welcome from the moment I arrived. The staff looked after me without being overbearing, Julie introduced me to other guests, and by day three I had a group of new friends. I will be back.”

“The restaurant punches well above its weight. Thai green curry by the pool at sunset — doesn't get better. We also had the red snapper, the carbonara, and the steak. Every single one was excellent. And the prices! You'd pay three times this in the UK.”

“We brought our grandchildren this year. Julie arranged everything — extra beds, high chairs, even a birthday cake for our granddaughter's 6th. The pool was safe for the little ones, and the beach is so close we could go back and forth all day.”

“I came for a week and stayed for a month. Luigi's does that to you. The pace of life, the kindness of the Gambian people, the affordable cost of living — it all adds up. If you are thinking about a long stay, stop thinking and book it.”

“Good honest accommodation with a wonderful pool and lovely grounds. The restaurant is surprisingly good — we ate there most evenings. Only reason I'm not giving 5 stars is we wish we'd booked for longer. Two weeks was not enough.”