Balafon Beach Resort

Property class: 3.5
Beachfront hotel with spa, near Bijilo Forest Park

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Placing you only a five-minute drive from Bijilo Forest Park, Balafon Beach Resort offers a private beach where you can enjoy free cabanas, beach umbrellas and beach massages. The outdoor pool and lazy river provide plenty of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in body wraps and manicures and pedicures. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat, and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. Other features include a beach bar, a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool and lazy river
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach bar
  • Pool bar
  • Swim-up bar

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Separate sitting area
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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A resort building with a pool, lounge chairs, and a thatched-roof balcony.

Premium Room, Private Pool, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3

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A beach with palm trees, lounge chairs, and thatched umbrellas.

Premium Room, Ocean View

  • Partial sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3

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A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and a building with a balcony.

Premium Room, Private Pool, Garden View

7,0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3

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A building with a curved facade, two windows, and a balcony.

Premium Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3

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Two thatched-roof buildings with balconies, surrounded by greenery and overlooking a beach.

Standard Room, Garden View

9,4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room With Garden View

  • Sleeps 3

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Swim Up Pool Deluxe Room With Garden View

  • Sleeps 3

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a window with curtains.

Swim Up Pool Deluxe Room With Ocean View

  • Sleeps 3

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About the area

Map
Kololi Beach, Serrekunda

What's nearby

  • Kololi Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Senegambia Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Center - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Bijilo Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Bijilo Forest Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Banjul (BJL-Banjul Intl.) - 32 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪El Sol - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mani Sushi - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Solomon's Beach Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ginger - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Spice Of Istanbul - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Balafon Beach Resort

  • Placing you only a five-minute drive from Bijilo Forest Park, Balafon Beach Resort offers a private beach where you can enjoy free cabanas, beach umbrellas and beach massages. The outdoor pool and lazy river provide plenty of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in body wraps and manicures and pedicures. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat, and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. Other features include a beach bar, a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 88 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Children (13 years old and younger) are not allowed
    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Beach bar
  • Poolside bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Beach yoga
  • Beach volleyball
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Built in 2016
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Lazy river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio
  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Shared bathroom (in-room sink)
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

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

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of GMD 2800 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

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.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

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

Does Balafon Beach Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Balafon Beach Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Balafon Beach Resort?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Balafon Beach Resort?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Balafon Beach Resort?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Balafon Beach Resort?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is GMD 2800 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Balafon Beach Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Balafon Beach Resort and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like volleyball and beach yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Balafon Beach Resort also has a private beach, a lazy river, and spa services, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Balafon Beach Resort?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does Balafon Beach Resort have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Balafon Beach Resort like?

Balafon Beach Resort is a short 8-minute walk from Kololi Beach and 9 minutes' walk from Senegambia Beach.

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