Pelican Residence

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Bakau with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Restaurant
Property grounds
Exterior
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | In-room dining

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
28 Garba Jahumpa Road, Fajara, Bakau
  • Bakau Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Cape Point Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Kololi Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Banjul (BJL-Banjul Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Double Room

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Junior Suite

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Double Room Single Use

  • 538 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 969 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Bakau

Pelican Residence is a short stroll from African Living Art Centre and Independence Stadium. This 7-room, 3-star guesthouse welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Kachikally Crocodile Pool - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Bakau Beach - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Cape Point Beach - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Senegambia Craft Market - 6 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Kololi Beach - 8 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Banjul (BJL-Banjul Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Parisienne - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪El Sol - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪kadie kadie restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Vineyard, Gambia - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Sailor - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Pelican Residence

Guesthouse in Bakau with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
Guests of Pelican Residence enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and a terrace. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle for a fee. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Beds sport premium bedding. Coffee makers, ceiling fans, and safes are also standard.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 5.0 per day

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Air conditioning is available for an additional fee
  • An in-room refrigerator is available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 5.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 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
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-10 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.

Property is also known as

Pelican Residence Hotel Fajara
Pelican Residence Fajara
Pelican Residence House Bakau
Pelican Residence House Fajara
Pelican Residence Bakau
Pelican Residence Guesthouse Bakau
Pelican Residence Bakau
Pelican Residence Guesthouse
Pelican Residence Guesthouse Bakau

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Pelican Residence?

Pelican Residence offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of Pelican Residence?

This guesthouse is located in Bakau, a short 7-minute walk from African Living Art Centre and also 14 minutes on foot from Independence Stadium. You'll also find Senegambia Craft Market and Cape Point Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Pelican Residence?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Pelican Residence feature a casino on the premises?

No, Pelican Residence doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Pelican Residence?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Pelican Residence?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Pelican Residence?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Pelican Residence have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Pelican Residence doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Pelican Residence allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Pelican Residence.

Does Pelican Residence have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

How far is the airport from Pelican Residence?

The closest major airport to Pelican Residence is Banjul (BJL-Banjul Intl.), which is 15.1 mi away (46 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Pelican Residence?

Yes, some accommodations at this guesthouse offer a balcony where guests can enjoy garden or city views.

Pelican Residence Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Little Gem

I truly enjoyed my stay at the Pelican. It is kind of hidden and quiet. The rooms are not fitted with a fridge or kettle but there was one right outside our room and a full kitchen w/fridge for community use. Kitchen area was always clean. The WiFi was surprisingly fast. The hand held shower head was a bit of a hassle and we had a bit of a "moment" with the cleaner using our adapter to charge his mobile phone...inside our room. We laughed it off and I made sure the adapters were well tucked away just in case. The hotel is also in a great location. About 15-20 mins walk to the beach and one one of the main junctions so there's no need to pay for a town trip (private taxi) to get there unless you're traveling from with lots of bags. An 8-8 (shared taxi) will drop you off right in front of the hotel for 7-8 dalasis. (The price depends on the current price of fuel.) Just ask to go to Bakau from Traffic Light. Unfortunately if you are white or otherwise presumed to be a tourist, drivers may refuse to take you for the local price. Don't be discouraged though because a willing driver will come along.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

6/10 Okay

Molly, London

Nice hotel and helpful staff

Small hotel outside the tourist area. Pleasant stay, helpful staff.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Assistance notable de la part du personnel de la relation client. Service cordial et professionnel, une équipe en qui ont peu se référer et avoir confiance. Singularité de cette résidence par des touches décoratives de bon goût.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Calme ,tres bonne literie. Seul point negatif baignoire au lieu d une douche pas facile pour des personnes agees ou handicapees
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Zeeduiker, Scheveningen

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Hotel ligt aan een doorgaande geasfalteerde weg die richting Bakau gaat. Hotel zelf ligt niet dichtbij het strand. Maar taxi is niet duur.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

6/10 Okay

Tanja, Pohjanmaa

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Olipa pettymys

Ensinnäkin oven lukko ei toiminut, se vaihdettiin 2x uuteen lukkoon ennenkuin toimi ( lukkorunko ja kahva aina vaihdettiin mutta ei ovenkarmis olevaa vastakappaletta) näin elettiin ensimmäinen viikko lukko reistaillen..yhden kerran siivooja oli unohtunut lukita oven. Sängyn patjan päällys riekaleine siitä roikkui iso kankaanpala jalkapäädyssä ja osui ensimmäisenä silmään kun astui ovesta sisään. Molemmat moskitoverhot rikki ja nekin vaihdettiin vasta neljäntenä päivänä, joka ilta sprayattiin koko huone ennen nukkumaan menoa mutta kuitenkin niitä inisijöitä oli 2-4 joka aamu mh/wc -》tuloksena minulla on noin 50 puremaa(käytin kyllä offia) joista osa valitettavasti tulehtui niin pahaksi jotta jouduin hakemaan antibiootti kuurin, vahvat antihistamiinit ja rasvat 50e. Yövartijat/tai mitä lie nuoria poikia nukkui 4-5 yönä asiakkaille tarkoitetussa oleskelutilassa Käyn usein öisin tupakalla niin kiva ensimmäisellä kerralla kun menin yöpuvussa ulos niin siinä nukkuu vieras mies/poika Valtiin asiasta 3x. Vasta kolmannen valituksen jälkeen loppui yövieraat sohvalta. Yhtenä yönä nukkujat vaihtui.. Pihassa oli autoille pysäköintipaikka ja portti pidettiin kiinni Ohjeeksi saimme että tööttää niin avaamme. Mutta valitettavasti tämäkään ei aina toiminut varsinkin iltaisin.. muutaman kerran myös aamulla lähtiessä avasimme itse portin. Työn tekijät ok, muutaman englannin taito heikko tai eivät osanneet lainkaan. Ainut oikein positiivinen asia oli siisteys.