Situated in Kololi, 1.5 km from Senegambia Beach with its strip of restaurants and bars, Balafon Beach Resort features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a fitness centre and a bar. Among the various facilities of this property are a garden, a private beach area. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, room service and currency exchange for guests. The rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a desk. With a private bathroom, rooms at the hotel also boast pool view. At Balafon Beach Resort, rooms include a seating area. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Balafon Beach Resort offers a terrace. You can play table tennis, darts and mini-golf at the hotel, and the area is popular for snorkelling. Guests can make use of the business centre, rent a car to explore the area, or buy a gift at the souvenir shop. Little Monkey Zoo (Bijilo Monkey Park) (Banjul) is 2 km from Balafon Beach Resort.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
Bedroom :
1 extra-large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.6
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.2
Value for money
7.8
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
6.9
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Pitkänen
    Finland Finland
    Location by the sea was perfect. Green surrounding.
  • Crutchley
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The environment was very warming. The customer service from all staff was on point. The security was also first class. The birthday theme was wonderful and a lovely surprise, very talented staff.
  • Gary
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good location, right next to the beach, great pools around the resort. Wonderful food at restaurant and fantastic staff.
  • Mike
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room on beach and bed size. Good food in restaurant.
  • Laura
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Was a lovely room A lady that worked at bar fatoumata was lovely and very helpful
  • Nakesha
    Germany Germany
    Everyone was so nice in the hotel, I went with my cousin and we had a lot of fun. The receptionists, f&b and housekeeping were so kind. Best experience
  • Jo
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Nice large room, comfy bed, overlooking the beach. Rooms cleaned every day Lovely pool and gardens Easy access to beach Walking distance to bars and eateries Staff friendly
  • Leanne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beach front pool. Clean comfortable modern rooms. Lots of choice at buffet breakfast. Pleasant friendly staff.
  • Chantal
    Côte d'Ivoire Côte d'Ivoire
    Fantastic staff, great beach, peaceful, would recommend for a romantic getaway.
  • Tina
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Value for money. The king Suite is outstanding with the pool and literally on the beach. Great breakfast - love omelette lady! Fabulous staff Really safe and secure. Location - walk up and down the beach and meet the locals who are so chatty and...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Bantaba Bar & Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      African • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Modern • Romantic

Facilities of Balafon Beach Resort

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Private beach area
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Aerobics
    Off-site
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
    Off-site
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Entertainment staff
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Darts
  • Table tennis
  • Billiards
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Adult only
  • Minimarket on site
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor swimming pool
    Wellness
    • Full body massage
    • Hand massage
    • Head massage
    • Couples massage
    • Foot massage
    • Neck massage
    • Back massage
    • Spa facilities
    • Sun umbrellas
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Balafon Beach Resort takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00 to 23:30
    Check-out
    From 06:00 to 12:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children older than 16 years are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBMaestroDiscoverUnionPay credit cardCash

    FAQs about Balafon Beach Resort

    • Balafon Beach Resort has 1 restaurant:

      • Bantaba Bar & Restaurant

    • The prices at Balafon Beach Resort may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Balafon Beach Resort is 1,050 yards from the centre of Kololi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Balafon Beach Resort include:

      • Double
      • Holiday Home

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Check-in at Balafon Beach Resort is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

    • Balafon Beach Resort offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Massage
      • Billiards
      • Table tennis
      • Darts
      • Beachfront
      • Evening entertainment
      • Hand massage
      • Live sport events (broadcast)
      • Couples massage
      • Themed dinner nights
      • Entertainment staff
      • Beach
      • Horse riding
      • Live music/performance
      • Full body massage
      • Aerobics
      • Head massage
      • Swimming Pool
      • Spa facilities
      • Private beach area
      • Back massage
      • Neck massage
      • Foot massage

    • The nearest beach is just 100 yards from Balafon Beach Resort. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.