Gîte du Lac

Property class: 3

Photo gallery for Gîte du Lac

A pool area with lounge chairs and tropical vegetation.
A wooden table set for breakfast with various food items and a thermos.
A beach with people riding horses and a dog walking along the shore.
A bed with a canopy, a bedside table, and a window with curtains.
A conference room with tables, chairs, a projector screen, and a laptop.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
The current price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov

Explore the area

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rive du lac rose, Niaga, Région de Dakar, 00000
  • Place, Lake Retba
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Cheikh Anta Diop University
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Place, Sandaga Market
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dakar (DSS-Blaise Diagne Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

Comfort Bungalow

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Classic Room

  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Niaga

A family-friendly stay in Niaga awaits you at Gîte du Lac. You'll be 0.4 km (0.2 mi) from Lake Retba and 18.2 km (11.3 mi) from United Nations House. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free continental breakfast. .The lodge's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy access to ecotours, horse riding/hire and bike hire. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 3-property class Niaga lodge include Ousmane Tanor Dieng Ministerial Sphere and Dakar Arena.

What's nearby

  • Lake Retba - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cheikh Anta Diop University - 41 min drive - 40.3 km
  • Sandaga Market - 42 min drive - 42.0 km
  • Place de l'Indépendance - 43 min drive - 42.6 km
  • Pointe des Almadies Beach - 47 min drive - 44.9 km

Getting around

  • Dakar Station - 32 min drive
  • Dakar (DSS-Blaise Diagne Intl.) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chez Salim - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Le Trarza Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Couleur café - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Au 212 Bar-Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Palal Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Gîte du Lac

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly Gîte du Lac. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Niaga lodge.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Gîte du Lac offers 15 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ecotours
  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Table tennis

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.68 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
This property only accepts cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property only accepts cash.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Gîte du Lac?

Yep, Gîte du Lac has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Gîte du Lac?

As of 10 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gîte du Lac on 11 Nov 2026 start from AU$147, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Gîte du Lac?

The closest beach to Gîte du Lac is Ile de Goree Beach (26.1 km).

Does Gîte du Lac have a pool?

Gîte du Lac has an outdoor pool.

Is Gîte du Lac family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an outdoor pool, as well as children's books in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Gîte du Lac is a hit with families.

Does Gîte du Lac serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary continental breakfast is offered daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gîte du Lac?

No, Gîte du Lac does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Gîte du Lac?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Gîte du Lac?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

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