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Balafon Beach Resort

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront hotel near Bijilo Forest Park

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Balafon Beach Resort

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

Overview of Balafon Beach Resort

Reviews
7.4

Good

Popular amenities

  • SpaSpaSpa
  • PoolPoolPool
  • On private beachOn private beachOn private beach
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

Explore the area

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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

Room options

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

Premium Room, Garden View

  • 323 sq ft
  • 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

  • 323 sq ft
  • 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

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, Ocean View

  • 323 sq ft
  • 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

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Serrekunda

On the beach.You'll find Bijilo Forest Park and Senegambia Craft Market within 3 miles (5 km) of this hotel. River Gambia National Park and Gambia National Museum are within 12 miles (20 km).

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

3.5-star beachfront hotel near Bijilo Forest Park
Step outside to unwind on the sand beach. Hit the beach and work on your tan in the sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with complimentary cabanas and umbrellas. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at Balafon Beach Resort like a lazy river and an outdoor pool.

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach hotel also offers a garden and a terrace. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Serrekunda hotel.

  • 88 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2016
  • Cabanas on the beach (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
  • Swim-up bar
Balafon Beach Resort offers 88 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Premium satellite television is provided.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Serrekunda hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments.

Languages

English

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

Food and drink

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets 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

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Children 13 years old and younger aren't allowed 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

How close is Balafon Beach Resort to the airport?

Balafon Beach Resort is 12.2 mi (38-min drive) away from the Banjul (BJL-Banjul Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of May 4, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Balafon Beach Resort on May 10, 2024 start from $64.57, 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.

Does Balafon Beach Resort have an airport shuttle?

Balafon Beach Resort offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of GMD 2800 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Balafon Beach Resort to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Balafon Beach Resort offer free breakfast?

Balafon Beach Resort does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Balafon Beach Resort?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Balafon Beach Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Balafon Beach Resort?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Balafon Beach Resort have a pool?

Balafon Beach Resort features an outdoor pool.

Does Balafon Beach Resort have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Balafon Beach Resort have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features body wraps, mani/pedis, and facials.

How close is Balafon Beach Resort to downtown Serrekunda?

Balafon Beach Resort is 0.3 mi away from Kololi.

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

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

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

6/10 Okay

Mussa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Customer service is poor in here, house keepers opens up your door without knocking, there’s no sign for “do not disturb”, and staff at the entrance does not welcome you at the check in or even at the checkout you do not get a simple “have a good day” from them.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

MOHAMED

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Drumming the Balafon Beat.
From our arrival we were warmly greeted by Mam Fatu and Oumar. During our weekly stay, we enjoyed an exceptional service by the entire staff mamaged by Cyndi. The pool was cleaned daily and our room was serviced daily with fresh linen and towels. Cyndi even provided my wife with brand new bucket she needed. Addou Mackhé the night shift attendant helped us get food late night after the restaurant was closed past midnight. Our daily complementary Breakfast was phenomenal. Fatou Bintu made some fabulous omelettes and pancakes. The private beach was very clean and the warn water ocean was perfect. The entire hotel was safe with daily and nightly security staff making there rounds. What i like the most was the atmosphere and the variety of the patrons. Kids are welcome, families and old couples stayed there during our stay. We've encountered European tourists, Americans, Jamaicans and locals as well as neighboorhing citizens from Liberia and Senegal. Overall the Balafon Beach Hotel Resort is a wonderful place to stay long term vacationning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023