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Balafon Beach Resort

3.5 star property
Beach hotel with a full-service spa and a private beach

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

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, Senegambia Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Bijilo Beach
    ‪2 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

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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, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 3

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
  • Senegambia Beach - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • 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

  • ‪African Queen - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mango Indian Global Kitchen, Bar and Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪3 Chicks & a grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Samba's Kitchen - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Latino's - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Balafon Beach Resort

Beach hotel with a full-service spa and a private beach
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 tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. 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.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Balafon Beach Resort?

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, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

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.

Are there connecting rooms at Balafon Beach Resort?

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

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.

Balafon Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 103 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

makisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I don’t know what to say here , the hotel was okay , the room and appliance need a serious update, everything is old and smell . We had to ask them to spray our rooms so I can sleep . The staff at the restaurant were very nice . The food was great. Transportation is terrible, limited access. We had to walk to the road several times to catch cab .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amadou M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice accommodations. Attentive staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Corrine

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Balafon experience

Cleaning staff were lovely. Very friendly. There was one restaurant staff, who.was rude and unfriendly. Ordered chicken n chips for lunch. The chicken came out cold. When asked for it to be warmed up, they refried the chips n heated up the chicken. Meal wasnt that great. Great place to stay for exploring the city. There was no entertainment, so spent evenings out of the complex. There was a few blackouts but electricity came back promptly. The room were spacious but gloomy. Gambia is beautiful country to visit and will definitely visit again. Different hotel though.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

M

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Everything was ok apart from been a room with limited entertainment i.e the atv was not functioning properly.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

DeAndrea

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Preparing for our wedding

Checking in was pretty easy. Got to the room, and it was clean. The couch cushions could use some fluffing. That's no big deal. My husband wanted to watch football, and the TV would NOT come on at all. As we were heading out we we stopped by the front desk, and we are informing the young lady, and her response was I tried to tell you, but you wouldn't be quiet. Not a very nice response, and besides we didn't turn the TV on before she left the room. We were told NONE of the TVs worked because they were all in Chinese. Well the TV in the sports bar worked. Supposedly the tech was working on them. 2 nights and 3 days and the TV didn't even come on. Views from our room were great. The cleaning and restaurant staff were very kind and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We had one of the pool rooms for a month and the key card would never open the door on a number of times and we were all ways having to get someone to come and open the safe and when they did it would take up to 40 minutes to come be aware there is no Television in rooms the rooms badly need a refurbishment fridge door hanging off our room was one of the most expensive ones breakfast was ment to start at seven but there was never anything out and had to wait for the lady to come to cook the eggs I know this is Gambia but these our basic things . Also found the beach boys spent most of the day chatting to the young single girls,and finally people were just coming off the beach and the boys were letting them when there was signs saying guests only
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kamau

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

Flawless

Great time, from check-in, to kitchen staff, to cleaners, to entertainment, great value and lovely staff. Really enjoyed our time. Recommend the premier room pool view!! Closeness to beach is so ideal too, great for relaxation or a stroll to enjoy the sunset. Nice walk 15 min walk to Tropics Mall and shout out Vibrations cafe for a healthy vegan option outside of the great food provided at Balafon. Would definitely come again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

diane

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not to clean grddn mkjlded walls kutside..black mould all over shower floor; wLls stzined from air ck dionef more care needs putting into this hotdl has lkvely location
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Doris

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel in die Jahre gekommen was leider von der Geschäftsleitung ignoriert wird . Trotz allem war es ein schöner Urlaub
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kim

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tonya

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

Bad run down hotel

I was not impressed. The pictures online indicate leisure and comfort, which is not what we had. The air in room was not cold. Very old air condition units. We were put in a room, where it didn't get cool, and switched to another room that had us up half the night, due to cool air not working. The TV never worked. The kitchen manager was rude, after staff worker explaining to me the process of taking breakfast to sick husband. The outside and parking not kept up, potholes with mud puddles in parking lot. I was ready to checkout the 1st day, but hotel would not refund money. Safe to say We will not be staying here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tysheena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, inviting, immediately accessible to the beach. Extremely friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monna

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

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

Lovely place

The internet service was not good, but the staff, food, service and facilities were great
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Shannon

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Nice Beach view

The rooms was nice over all but i had to tell them about the AC many times it was very hotand the room leak when it had a hard rain also the water would be off everyday as well as the power
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Stacey, Brooklyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Waiters and waitresses not very professional.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Fatimah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely resort with amazing staff. Fatu and the rest of the restaurant staff were fantastic, really great customer service. The swim up pool was great. Love the tucked away feel of the place. A nice stay
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

pau

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beachside hotel, lovely location with excellent service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

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