Quick facts
Destination
Saanane Island National Park
Country
Tanzania
Category
Hotel
Price tier
Mid-Range Budget
Starting from
$90 per night
Star rating
3 / 5
Number of rooms
40
Nearest airport
Mwanza Airport (MWZ) — In Mwanza city, near Mwanza Airport
Best for
Mwanza Mid-Range, Lake Victoria Views, Pool, Saanane Island Gateway, Comfortable
Child policy
Children are welcome.
Last reviewed
May 2026
Hotel Tilapia — Mwanza's Mid-Range Lake Victoria Hotel
Hotel Tilapia is a well-established mid-range hotel in Mwanza, Tanzania's second city and main Lake Victoria port. Named after the Nile tilapia — the fish that made Lake Victoria famous and forms the backbone of the local economy — the hotel offers Lake Victoria views, a swimming pool and comfortable accommodation. It is classified as a mid-range Mwanza option in guides to the area, positioned between the budget and luxury tiers. The hotel is near Saanane Island National Park, accessible by a short boat trip from Mwanza Port.
Location & getting there
Nearest airport
Mwanza Airport (MWZ)
Transfer time
In Mwanza city, near Mwanza Airport
Facilities & amenities
Rooms & accommodation
Standard Room
Mid-range rooms with Lake Victoria views, en-suite bathrooms and pool access. Restaurant and bar.
Best time to visit
■ Good season ■ Low / wet season
SafariBando's view
Hotel Tilapia is Mwanza's most recommended mid-range option — Lake Victoria views, pool and reliable service. For Lake Victoria's most exceptional lodging, Wag Hill Lodge & Spa delivers a far more memorable experience at a similar price. For budget, Ryans Bay Hotel or Isamilo Lodge are alternatives.— The SafariBando team
