Mount Zion Lodge

I have been coming to this magical place for four years because of their service and pleasant stay. Thanks to the whole team. See you soon 😊

The garden is well kept

Water issues, shower head is handheld. Bedding had blood stains on it, even after they fitted new ones. No extra entertainment for kids. The area is not very good. Overpriced for what you get

The property provided a safe basis for our group of 10pax to either go out and explore, or stay 'in' and enjoy each other's company in the lovely gardens/having a beer/playing boardgames in the 'restaurant' are. The property is close enough to the sea, and we figured out getting there pretty soon after arriving here. The public bus is a ±500m walk from Mt Zion and easy way to get from Michamvi Kae to Pinge/Paje for the same rate (ask at Mt Zion what rate should be - for us it was Tzh500 one-way). Breakfast was great, the chef was accommodating when we had special requests. Chef Salum, probably makes the best octopus and calamari in the whole of Michamvi.

Initial expectation (based on booking.com info) was not completely met, but we still enjoyed our stay - it is however necessary to note the following: * a 24-hour front desk, bar, garden and barbecue. - we made use of the bar after hours, although did not see any staff at this time - we left money in the fridge * The lodge features both WiFi... - there is wifi, but it works intermittently. Usually not once everyone has gone to bed. Not a big problem for us, since we didn't go to hang around on our phones all the time, but good to take note of. * There is a fully equipped private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. - the bathroom is a toilet with shower - no toiletries provided - this was a bit of an issue for some of our guests, since they bargained on it - they had to go and buy some toiletries * Mount Zion Lodge offers a continental or à la carte breakfast. - we didn't understand this was the case - we had the option of scrambled eggs, omelet, poached, fried or boiled egg with pancakes and fruit (which was great, and we had it each morning), but 8 days in a row it got a bit much for some. We asked for 'special' omelet for some to get more protein and less starch, which they staff gladly provided. * Tea/coffeemaker in all rooms - there is no kettle or coffee/teamaker of any sorts in any of the rooms. When we asked about a kettle in the room, the staff was confused. It is however possible to ask for hot water at the bar, or they will show you how to make your own (boil water in a pot) in the kitchen, when they are not busy. In addition to the above: * if there isn't water in the taps - simply ask - water has to be pumped, if you don't have warm water - there is probably a switch that wasn't turned on * for 10 pax initially the food service was super fast (and still was for breakfast), but around Michamvi (not just at our lodge) very few places can make dinner for 10 pax and serve it in a timely manner.