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Balafon Beach Resort

3.5 star property
Hotel with private beach, full-service spa

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Exterior
Premium Room, Ocean View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Private beach, free beach cabanas, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
Shower, free toiletries, towels
Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, beach massages, body wraps
Reviews
7.4

Good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • On private beachOn private beachOn private beach
  • BarBarBar
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
Kololi Beach, Serrekunda
  • Popular LocationKololi Beach8 min walk
  • Popular LocationBijilo Forest Park2 min drive
  • Popular LocationSenegambia Craft Market5 min drive
  • AirportBanjul (BJL-Banjul Intl.)37 min drive

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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

10/10 Exceptional
  • 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

10/10 Exceptional
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, Ocean View | View from room

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

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 welcomes business and leisure travelers with a private beach, a full-service spa, and a restaurant.

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 - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • The preferred airport is Banjul (BJL-Banjul Intl.): 38-min drive, 12.2 mi/19.6 km.

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

Hotel with private beach, full-service spa
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, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. 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.
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.

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

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
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

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

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

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

  • 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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

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.

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

As of Jun 1, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Balafon Beach Resort on Jun 6, 2024 start from $65.0, 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.

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 Forest Park and Bijilo Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site 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 good 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.

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 12.2 mi away (38 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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