Balafon Beach Resort

3.5 star property
On private beach with outdoor pool, near Bijilo Forest Park

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Balafon Beach Resort offers a perfect blend of tropical relaxation and genuine hospitality. Visitors unwind with refreshing drinks at the swim-up bar while others opt for rejuvenating treatments at the spa, creating their own version of beachside bliss.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service

Room options

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Showing 16 of 16 rooms

Premium Room, Private Pool, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, Private Pool, Garden View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard House, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Standard Room, Garden View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room With Garden View

  • Sleeps 3

Swim Up Pool Deluxe Room With Garden View

  • Sleeps 3

Swim Up Pool Deluxe Room With Ocean View

  • Sleeps 3

Standard House, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Premium Room Ocean View

  • Sleeps 3

Premium Room Garden View

  • Sleeps 3

One-Bedroom House

  • Sleeps 3

Two-Bedroom House

  • Sleeps 5

Premium Room, Private Pool, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 3

Premium Room, Private Pool, Garden View

  • Sleeps 3
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About the neighborhood

Map
Kololi Beach, Serrekunda

What's nearby

  • Kololi Beach - 8 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Senegambia Beach - 8 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Center - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Bijilo Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Bijilo Forest Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Banjul (BJL-Banjul Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪African Queen - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mango Indian Global Kitchen, Bar and Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪3 Chicks & a grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Samba's Kitchen - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Latino's - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Balafon Beach Resort

Hotel near Senegambia Craft Market
Located close to Bijilo Forest Park, Balafon Beach Resort provides a swim-up bar, a beach bar, and a poolside bar. With a private beach, free beach cabanas, and beach massages, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Indulge in a body treatment, a facial, and a manicure/pedicure at the onsite spa. Enjoy onsite activities like beach yoga and beach volleyball. In addition to a terrace and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool along with a lazy river, free cabanas, and sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), barbecue grills, and luggage storage
  • Concierge services, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 88 individually furnished rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
Other amenities include:
  • Shared bathrooms with in-room sink with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Full-service spa
  • Lazy river
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2016
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom (in-room sink)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 13 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 13 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: GMD 2800 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 13 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Balafon Hotel Serrekunda
Balafon Serrekunda
Balafon Hotel
Balafon Beach Resort Hotel
Balafon Beach Resort Serrekunda
Balafon Beach Resort Hotel Serrekunda

Frequently asked questions

Does Balafon Beach Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Balafon Beach Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Balafon Beach Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Balafon Beach Resort?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Balafon Beach Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of GMD 2800 per vehicle applies.

Where is Balafon Beach Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this Serrekunda hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Bijilo Forest Park and Senegambia Craft Market. River Gambia National Park and Gambia National Museum are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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