You can't get closer to the lakeshore than at Aqualodge, where you're mere steps away from the lapping waters. While the rooms are basic, they have fridges and mosquito nets and are a steal if you consider the sunsets are part of the deal.
Aqualodge
Kigoma, TZ
Lake Tanganyika Beach Hotel
Lake Tanganyika Hotel
Green View Hotel
Kigoma Hilltop Hotel
Leaders Lodge