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Balafon Beach Resort

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

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Private beach, free beach cabanas, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
Garden view
Interior detail
Outdoor pool, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas
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, 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

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, Ocean View

Premium Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
Ceiling fan
  • 30 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, Garden View

Premium Room, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
Ceiling fan
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard House, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Garden view

Standard House, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, Garden View

Standard Room, Garden View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
Ceiling fan
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room With Garden View

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3

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

Swim Up Pool Deluxe Room With Garden View

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
  • Sleeps 3

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

Swim Up Pool Deluxe Room With Ocean View

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
  • Sleeps 3

View all photos for Standard House, 2 Bedrooms

Garden view

Standard House, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Premium Room Ocean View

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

Premium Room Ocean View

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3

View all photos for Premium Room Garden View

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

Premium Room Garden View

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3

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

One-Bedroom House

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3

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

Two-Bedroom House

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 5

Premium Room, Private Pool, Ocean View

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3

Premium Room, Private Pool, Garden View

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3

About the area

Serrekunda

At Balafon Beach Resort you'll be 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Bijilo Forest Park and 3.5 km (2.1 mi) from Senegambia Craft Market. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a full-service spa, a private beach and a restaurant. .A day of pampering can include beachside massages, body wraps and mani/pedis. At the hotel's own lounge bar or beach bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, lazy river, free pool cabanas and pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Serrekunda hotel include Gambia National Museum and River Gambia National Park.

What's nearby

  • Kololi Beach - 8 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Center - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Bijilo Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Bijilo Forest Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Senegambia Craft Market - 7 min drive - 4.2 km

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 full-service spa and private beach
Step outside to unwind on the sandy beach. Hit the beach and work on your tan in the sunloungers (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 such as 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 a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Premium satellite televisions are provided.

Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Serrekunda hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The on-site 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 transport

  • 24-hour return 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 lift

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

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

  • 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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 all accommodation.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Balafon Beach Resort?

Balafon Beach Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Balafon Beach Resort?

Yep, Balafon Beach Resort has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Balafon Beach Resort?

Yep, Balafon Beach Resort is a short 8-minute walk from Kololi Beach. Fun beach activities include yoga, volleyball and fishing.

Is there a spa on site at Balafon Beach Resort?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Balafon Beach Resort. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as beachside massages.

Does Balafon Beach Resort have a pool?

Balafon Beach Resort has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying in a complimentary pool cabana and under the shade of an umbrella.

Does Balafon Beach Resort have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

What luxury perks are available at Balafon Beach Resort?

Balafon Beach Resort features a private beach, a full-service spa and an outdoor pool.

What makes Balafon Beach Resort a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and a private beach, as well as premium bedding and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Balafon Beach Resort.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Balafon Beach Resort?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Balafon Beach Resort?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Balafon Beach Resort?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Balafon Beach Resort?

No, pets are not allowed.