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Balafon Beach Resort

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

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Private beach, free beach cabanas, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
Outdoor pool, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
Premium Room, Garden View | Terrace/patio
Interior detail
Garden view

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Kololi Beach, Serrekunda
  • Place, Kololi Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Bijilo Forest Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Senegambia Craft Market
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Banjul (BJL-Banjul Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium Room, Private Pool, Ocean View | Private pool

Premium Room, Private Pool, Ocean View

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Room, Ocean View

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

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Premium Room, Private Pool, Garden View | Private pool

Premium Room, Private Pool, Garden View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, Garden View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Room, Garden View

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Garden view

Standard House, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, Garden View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, Garden View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room With Garden View

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Swim Up Pool Deluxe Room With Garden View

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Swim Up Pool Deluxe Room With Ocean View

  • Sleeps 3

Junior Suite With Garden View And Private Pool

  • Sleeps 3

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Garden view

Standard House, 2 Bedrooms

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Room Ocean View

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Room Garden View

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

One-Bedroom House

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Two-Bedroom House

  • Sleeps 5

Premium Room, Private Pool, Garden View

  • Sleeps 3

About the neighborhood

Serrekunda

Bijilo Forest Park is within 2 miles (3 km) of Balafon Beach Resort while other popular attractions such as Senegambia Craft Market are within 3 miles (5 km). This 88-room, 3.5-star hotel has a private beach, a full-service spa, and a restaurant.

What's nearby

  • Kololi Beach - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Center - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Bijilo Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Bijilo Forest Park - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Senegambia Craft Market - 7 min drive - 2.6 miles

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

On private beach with outdoor pool, near Bijilo Forest Park
Guests of Balafon Beach Resort have access to a private beach, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for GMD 2800 per vehicle one-way. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a lazy river, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace.
TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer free toiletries. Other standard amenities include balconies or patios, sitting areas, and refrigerators. Bathrooms are shared.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a private beach, a lazy river, and an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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

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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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 13 and younger (only guests older than 13 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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 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
  • Check-in: 3:30 PM—-midnight
  • 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 (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

Is a free cancellation option available at Balafon Beach Resort?

Balafon Beach Resort provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do around Balafon Beach Resort?

This hotel in Serrekunda is within a 10-minute walk of Kololi Beach and Senegambia Beach. You'll also find Bijilo Beach and Senegambia Craft Market within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Balafon Beach Resort?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is a spa located at Balafon Beach Resort?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include beach massages, couples treatments, and body wraps.

Does Balafon Beach Resort have a casino on the premises?

No, Balafon Beach Resort doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Balafon Beach Resort?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Balafon Beach Resort a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including a private beach and a beach bar plus some guestrooms feature private pools.

Are there hot tubs at Balafon Beach Resort?

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

Does Balafon Beach Resort have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Balafon Beach Resort doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Balafon Beach Resort allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Balafon Beach Resort.

Does Balafon Beach Resort have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Balafon Beach Resort?

The closest major airport to Balafon Beach Resort is Banjul (BJL-Banjul Intl.), which is 12.3 mi away (32 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Balafon Beach Resort?

Yes, every guestroom at Balafon Beach Resort comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean or garden views.

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