Top Hotels in Gambia Bed and Breakfast Inns
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This small country in western Africa has become more popular recently as a beach destination for European travelers. It’s a relatively short flight, there’s no time difference, and lodging is generally very affordable. River Island National Park in Banjul is fantastic for watching wildlife (especially the native baboons).
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1. Evergreen Eco Retreat
Overall Ratings
5 based on 63 reviews
Evergreen Eco Lodge is located on the south coast of The Gambia. Four stylish round houses and 2 budget houses to choose from. Fully solar equipped, we work with the ethos of responsible tourism. Located just off the southern coastal highway on the beach side with a 15 min walk to the beach and close walk to the highway where buses are readily available to take you to Senegambia tourist strip only half an hour away. Easy access if you need a taxi. Gambia is a small country nothing is too far. Our price includes room, breakfast, evening dinner and drop off and collection from the local beach. Airport transfers can be arrange on booking.Snacks and drinks available through out the day. We are member of ASSET, association of small enterprises in tourism.
Beautiful place, beautiful people
Reviewed By kmiecikkWhere do I start... The place is just magical. Lime trees, grapefruit trees, other trees, bouganville in four colours, birdsong, good food, warm and openhearted owners and friendly dogs. And all of that with a clean conscience (well, except for the flight). We spent a week at the lodge and after day one felt like we were HOME. We were the only guests there and were treated like family. Our five year old daughter
2. Swiss Boutique Hotel
Overall Ratings
5 based on 22 reviews
See why so many travelers make Swiss Boutique Hotel their inn of choice when visiting Serekunda. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a boutique setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. You’ll enjoy relaxing rooms that offer a minibar, a seating area, and extra long beds, and you can stay connected during your stay as Swiss Boutique Hotel offers guests free wifi. The inn features a 24 hour front desk, room service, and a concierge. Plus, Swiss Boutique Hotel offers a pool and an on-site restaurant, providing a pleasant respite from your busy day. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available. If you like Chinese restaurants, Swiss Boutique Hotel is conveniently located near Red Dragon. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Swiss Boutique Hotel as you experience all of the things Serekunda has to offer.
Wonderful
Reviewed By Curiosity52595401871Pleasant and clean beach front hotel. Swiss Boutique is a 9 room Eco hotel, cleverly designed bij the Gambian owner and manager Sainy. Sainy and his friendly staff helped to make this a holiday to remember. The pool is cleaned daily by ‘Abliy’ a reliable, friendly, smiling coast’ Gambian. Back in ‘23!
3. roc Heights Lodge
Overall Ratings
4 based on 33 reviews
Finding an ideal family-friendly small hotel in Bakau does not have to be difficult. Welcome to roc Heights Lodge, a nice option for travelers like you. Rooms at roc Heights Lodge provide a refrigerator, a kitchenette, and air conditioning, and guests can stay connected with free wifi. In addition, while staying at roc Heights Lodge guests have access to a 24 hour front desk and baggage storage. You can also enjoy a pool and an on-site restaurant. Need a place to park? There is free private parking available nearby. If you like French restaurants, roc Heights Lodge is conveniently located near Freddy's Bistro and Smiling Coast Guesthouse & Brasserie. roc Heights Lodge looks forward to welcoming you on your visit to Bakau.
Second visit to Gambia ??
Reviewed By samiab329This was my second trip to Gambia and I stayed in Roc Heights purely due to the fabulous staff, especially Omar who really went out of his way if I needed anything. All the staff are friendly, happy and ready to assist. The rooms are huge and clean. A few upgrades are needed as some fixtures have become worn and need changing. Breakfast is simple but Lamin makes excellent omelette. I prefer the location as it's away from main tourist hustle but only a 5 minute walk. The area is safe even for solo female travellers. The beach is just a few minutes walk and very clean. There are a few eateries and bars nearby, some serving traditional food. Benachin with fish is delicious. Do try the local dishes.
4. One World Village Guesthouse
Overall Ratings
4 based on 38 reviews
Familiar guesthouse run by a Swedish lady and a Gambian man, who work for supporting the Gambian country people for a more conscious world. Familiar guesthouse just 100 m from one of the best beaches in the Gambia in a quiet and hassle free area where the Gambia river meets the Atlantic Ocean at Cape Point. Long time rent gives discount.
Quiet place to stay
Reviewed By 904agnescA quiet and safe place to stay, not far from the beach in a nice neighborhood. The rooms are huge (bathroom, bedroom and separate living room with fridge). All windows are screened so at night when the hungry mozzies are out in numbers, you can let the cool breeze in without being eaten alive. The mattress is comfortable and linen clean and the whole property is well looked after. The staff is very friendly and helpful - even in full ramadan they went out of their way to make me comfortable. There are plenty of restaurants around to kill every hunger.
5. Bamboo Garden Hotel
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 154 reviews
Bamboo Garden Hotel is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Kololi, offering a family-friendly environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. Rooms at Bamboo Garden Hotel provide air conditioning, and guests can stay connected with free internet access. In addition, while staying at Bamboo Garden Hotel guests have access to a 24 hour front desk, a concierge, and baggage storage. You can also enjoy a pool and free breakfast. Need a place to park? Free parking is available at Bamboo Garden Hotel. If you like seafood restaurants, Bamboo Garden Hotel is conveniently located near Poco Loco, The Green Mamba Garden, and Solomon's Beach Bar & Restaurant. Enjoy your stay in Kololi!
Perfect for long stay and friendly staff
Reviewed By 492malidBooking for 8 nights in March 2022. Location is good. Free parking. Friendly staff And above all a good restaurant for lunch. Relax not mutch noice in this district. The breakfast was simple in beginning. Later came more variations but end at 10 am witch for vacation to early. Feel free and be like home is the motto. You can invite local friends for a lunch. The room is comfortable and the beds are good. Pool is clean and even your bed each Day cleaning. This hotel can be performed better after some little investigation like, uniforms, kassa and payment system.
6. Sanchaba Yellow Apartments
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
YELLOW APARTMENTS is a totally new, beautiful twin storey building with 4 self contained apartments for rent.The house is situated in Sanchaba, 1.5 km from Senegambia in a heaven of peace and tranquility, being only a few minutes walk to shops, restaurants and all other amenities, and a short stroll to the sandy beach.There is 700 metrE square garden.
A good taste of real Gambia
Reviewed By The SWe actually stayed here November 2019 but I was too late to leave a review at the time. I booked through Airbnb and was disappointed at first as the Apartments are further away from the beach than on the map. Saying that, we really enjoyed our walks to the beach from the apartments through the local neighbourhood's and generally got a taxi back. The apartments are in the area of Sanchaba, at the bottom of the market so there is plenty of hustle and bustle a stones throw away, plenty of local places to get some food too. Also plenty of taxis. I did give the kitchen and light switches a good bleach on our first day but after that we were happy with the standards of cleaning from the housekeeper. There were 2 double bedrooms (one was en-suite) and a twin room, all the beds were nice and comfy. The living room had a large 2 seater sofa and a table with 4 chairs. Outside was a lovely private garden/patio area to sit in and listen to the birds. The caretaker/security chap has a family and they live in the grounds, he is always round about but not too in your face. Lamin, the manager of yellow apartments popped by a few times and was at the end of the phone if ever we needed him. The local people are very friendly and welcoming especially once they get to know you. We would stay here again but I'd take decent ear plugs next time as the apartments are near a mosque add to that other "unique" sounds to the Gambia, you will appreciate your plugs!!
7. Bendula
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Bendula Bed & Breakfast offers accomodation in Gambia, off the beaten track of hectic tourist scene. Consisting of 5 African style huts we can house up to 10 people. There is tranquility & the best nature has to offer.
Real rural and very warm hospitable experience in the Gambia, Tujereng, Bendula
Reviewed By Venantius VBendula is a the best experience if you want to meet the real African life. Bendula is owned by the German lady Renate Thomas. She has lived there for more than 15 years. The place is run by local people, Mamadou, his wife Mariama. Plenty children around to make breakfast very joyful. Singing, drumming, dancing around campfire in the evening. The huts are clean. Two family huts are added now, ideal for family with children. You can cook in the kitchen if you like, or order food made by Mariama. Bendula has 5 huts, located in a small forest in the village of Tujereng. Waking up by the birds' singing is a lust to the ear. The beach is a 15 minutes' walk.Tujereng is 30 minutes from the tourist Senegambia area. Easy reached by local bushtaxi (very cheap). Airport transport can be arranged by Renate, I would highly reccommend this. If you want the off the beaten track African experience: Bendula is the best place to stay. Don't expect 5 stars luxury, but who would want that? it is the real experience with nature and local people that makes your holiday unforgettable. I have come back to Bendula already 7 times!
8. Mango Village
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1 reviews
Mango Village Bijilo offers its guests a " A Real Taste Of Gambia " under warm African Skies.. Mango Village 's delightful 10 round huts are encompassed by lush tropical scenery. Truly unique in Gambia. There is mixture of single and double accomodation. Self-catering options. Fully equipped for long stays. Landscaped gardens. Pool. Close to the Kololi Strip. Transport available.
Good Location, Relaxing, surrounded by Beautiful Scenery.
Reviewed By Ladym495Location is good, walking distance to beaches or main strip of Senegambia. Huts are spacious and comfortable with kitchenette area. Lovely surrounded gardens, with pool and Lake with fish. Relaxing listening and watching the different birds, or monkeys which come to visit sometimes. Staff Pa (the manger), Baye Fall and Albertina very helpful and friendly. Pa is available if you need a lift to main highway/beach area. Or its nice to walk you get to meet friendly locals. Its a nice quite area away but not too far from main tourist area. Travelled alone and felt safe staying here.
9. Yuna Village Garden Resort
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1 reviews
Welcome to Yuna Village Garden Resort, an eco-hotel in the middle of The Gambia. We offer a very relaxed environment close to the nature. We arrange event almost every day with anything from bird-watching to live-performances from local groups& bands and excursions to some of the most beautiful beaches that Africa has to offer!
Een oase van rust en natuur en een rijkdom aan vogels
Reviewed By Silvia-muijsYuna Village Garden is een heerlijke rustige plek! Het ligt erg afgelegen en is dus niet erg toeristisch. Voor de natuurliefhebber en vogelaars onder ons, is het een waar paradijs. De kamers zijn erg primitief, maar voldoen prima. Het personeel is fantastisch! Onwijs aardig en behulpzaam!
10. Franco Inn
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
Een veilige haven
Reviewed By nigelgW9209HMEnorm fijne, veilige en rustige locatie. De mensen die er werken doen er alles aan om je een top tijd te bezorgen. De locatie laat je ook ECHT in Gambia zijn. Fijne kamers en enorm lekker eten. Super!
