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Balafon Beach Resort
3.5 star property

Hotel with private beach and full-service spa

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Balafon Beach Resort

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Premium Room, Garden View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Restaurant
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Overview of Balafon Beach Resort

Reviews
7.4

Good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • On private beachOn private beachOn private beach
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

Check out the area

Map
Kololi Beach, Serrekunda
  • Popular LocationKololi Beach8 min walk
  • Popular LocationBijilo Forest Park2 min drive
  • Popular LocationSenegambia Craft Market5 min drive
  • AirportBanjul (BJL-Banjul Intl.)46 min drive
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Room options

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Premium Room, Garden View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Room, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, Private Pool, Ocean View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Room, Private Pool, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, Garden View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, Ocean View | View from room

Premium Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, Private Pool, Garden View | View from room

Premium Room, Private Pool, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Serrekunda

Located in Serrekunda, Balafon Beach Resort is in the suburbs and on a private beach. Shoppers can visit Senegambia Craft Market, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Bijilo Forest Park and River Gambia National Park. Gambia National Museum is another place to visit that comes recommended. Snorkelling offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Kololi Beach - 8 min walk
  • Bijilo Forest Park - 2 min drive
  • Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Center - 3 min drive
  • Senegambia Craft Market - 5 min drive
  • Bijilo Beach - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Banjul (BJL-Banjul Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • THE WINERY - 13 min walk
  • Paradiso - 13 min walk
  • El Sol - 10 min walk
  • Woodies - 1 min walk
  • 3 Chicks & a grill - 10 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 facial, a body wrap and a body treatment at the on-site spa. Enjoy on-site activities, such as beach volleyball and beach yoga. 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 with a lazy river, free cabanas and sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket information and ATM/banking services
  • A front desk safe, beach umbrellas and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the pool
Room features
All 88 individually furnished rooms include perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies or patios, separate sitting areas and fridges

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return 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
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • 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 lift

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

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

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • 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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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.

How much does it cost to stay at Balafon Beach Resort?

As of 29 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Balafon Beach Resort on 30 Apr 2024 start from ₹5,347.44, excluding 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.

Is Balafon Beach Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Balafon Beach Resort?

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?

Checkout 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).

Balafon Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 52 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All that a really good african experience should be. Lovely ambience from stunning beach views with palm lined sands and plenty of grass covered canapied umbrellas. The pool was crystal clean everyday and the food in the beach restaurant was amazing quality at really good prices. The breakfast was of high standard with plenty of choice everyday. There was different entertainment every night from african dancers and authentic drum players,to bands playing regiee music. The staff warmth and customer service was the best I have encountered in the 15 years I have been visiting the Gambia. Altogether a fantastic holiday experience
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Mustapha

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Elhadji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Ernst

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Valeria

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was directly across from the kitchen and dining area. The noise often woke me in the morning. My room was not well maintained and upon arrival, the mirror had toothpaste spots which made me unsure of the cleanliness of my entire room. I saw a rat on the sidewalk one evening. The property was also not maintained well with broken fences and other repairs needed and a full paint refresh is necessary. The courtyard was not clean and the reception area was not welcoming.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Dabington

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Don’t stay here !!
Terrible! Total scam . Filthy and unfinished. Please do not include on the hotels.com website. Complete scam !!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

tykeen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that it was exclusive to the beach and the warmth of the environment and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Sheila

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The size of the room was spacious/layout was good. But i only stayed in my room 4 nights out of 14, due to it smelling like a public toilet! I brought this to the house keepers attention & she would use detol to disinfect the floor but this would only camouflage the smell before it returned. I did share this information with the night manager on duty on the 08/10 before vacating the hotel.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Takunda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bad internet, bad service, rooms not very clean. The tropical theme is good but Hotel maintenance is way below standard
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Richard

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023