Balafon Beach Resort

On private beach with outdoor pool, near Bijilo Forest Park

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Couples treatment room(s), body treatments, massages on the beach

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.

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Popular amenities

Spa
Bar
Pool
Room service
24/7 front desk

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 8 - Oct 9

Tomorrow

Oct 9 - Oct 10

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

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Premium Room, Private Pool, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private plunge pool

Air conditioning

Fridge

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

Fridge

Ceiling fan

323 sq ft
1 bedroom
Partial sea view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Premium Room, Private Pool, Garden View

Good

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private plunge pool

Air conditioning

Fridge

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

Fridge

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

Fridge

431 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Standard Room, Garden View

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Fridge

Premium bedding

269 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Standard House, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Fridge

646 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

About the area

Kololi Beach, Serrekunda

What's nearby

Kololi 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
Senegambia Craft Market - 7 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Mango Indian Global Kitchen, Bar and Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
‪African Queen - ‬12 min walk
‪Samba's Kitchen - ‬18 min walk
‪3 Chicks & a grill - ‬11 min walk
‪El Sol - ‬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 manicure/pedicure, a body scrub and a body wrap 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 along with a lazy river, free cabanas and sunloungers
Free self-parking
A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), barbecues and a 24-hour front desk
Outdoor furniture, concierge services and a front desk safe
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff

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:

Shared bathrooms with in-room sink with showers and free toiletries
TVs with premium channels
Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas

Similar properties

Private beach, free beach cabanas, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas

On private beach
Pool
All-inclusive
Spa

₹10,219 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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
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 lift

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 satellite channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Limited room service
Refrigerator

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 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 at the property

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

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

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.

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).

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