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## Go beyond your typical stay in Essau

Sea view

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Hot tub

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Family friendly

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Pool

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Spa

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Apart hotel

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Apart­ment

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Pet friendly

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## Top 10 Essau hotels and places to stay

![Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4500000/4498900/4498844/w568h421x0y3-f60b0558.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4500000/4498900/4498844/cef63efe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![1 bedroom, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4500000/4498900/4498844/f2ee2285.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4500000/4498900/4498844/15d3f0d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Palma Rima Hotel

Serrekunda

7.0/10

Good

(81)

"No air conditioning when we got there. Toilet not flushing We requested a better room. We then had to pay more. They wouldn’t give us a fridge or air conditioner until we paid upfront Service was really bad"

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Marcus

£33

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Serrekunda-Hotels-Palma-Rima-Hotel.h4498844.Hotel-Information)

![Sun deck](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9420000/9415800/9415745/5e9f8140.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, beach views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9420000/9415800/9415745/c4f9ad71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9420000/9415800/9415745/ed82a2be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 outdoor pools, open 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9420000/9415800/9415745/38d8d7c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Kololi Beach Resort

Senegambia

8.4/10

Very good

(75)

"The staff is helpful. The restaurant is very good. The beach is beautiful and the walk from our room to get there was lovely. "

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Melanie

£68

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Serrekunda-Hotels-Kololi-Beach-Club.h9415745.Hotel-Information)

![Private beach, free beach cabanas, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48420000/48413500/48413414/57bc54a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48420000/48413500/48413414/8558771e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium Room, Private Pool, Pool View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48420000/48413500/48413414/cf9f0b01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium Room, Garden View | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48420000/48413500/48413414/9e2ed203.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### TUI BLUE Tamala

Serrekunda

8.0/10

Very good

(183)

"I enjoyed my time yummy food & it’s right next to the beach "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Rio Makenzye

£139

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Serrekunda-Hotels-Sunprime-Tamala-Beach.h48413414.Hotel-Information)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99940000/99931900/99931834/7096752b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99940000/99931900/99931834/e3978835.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![1 bedroom, down duvets, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99940000/99931900/99931834/12194179.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Apartment | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99940000/99931900/99931834/20f72b40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Sarge's Hotel

Senegambia

7.0/10

Good

(25)

"A lovely hotel which as a solo traveller I felt safe and comfortable in. The staff are so lovely - friendly, helpful and attentive. Very well located in Senegambia and I was able to walk to places around there easy. Clean room and facilities which made my stay comfortable. "

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Benedicta

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Serrekunda-Hotels-SARGES-HOTELS.h99931834.Hotel-Information)

![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95390000/95386100/95386038/497a2987.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Club Villa | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95390000/95386100/95386038/16feaf1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, Turkish bath/hammam](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95390000/95386100/95386038/b7135222.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95390000/95386100/95386038/a5a9a11c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Coco Ocean Resort & Spa

Serrekunda

9.2/10

Wonderful

(67)

"Absolutely charming hotel. The spa is gorgeous. "

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Andrea

£121

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Serrekunda-Hotels-Coco-Ocean-Resort-Spa.h95386038.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41370000/41366300/41366274/0796b224.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Royal Suite, Ocean View | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41370000/41366300/41366274/503a9b9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41370000/41366300/41366274/8c3845f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41370000/41366300/41366274/c2ca859c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Harmony Resort Boutique Hotel

Brufut

8.4/10

Very good

(12)

"We loved our stay at this hotel. The staff was hospitable and very helpful. Especially the young lady that worked at the reception desk. The free breakfast was "made to order", and it was great. The short down hill walk to the beach was amazing. Great "Bang for the Buck", for the price, I couldn't ask for more! "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Craig

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brufut-Hotels-Harmony-Resort-Boutique-Hotel.h41366274.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96690000/96681400/96681323/2f725457.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96690000/96681400/96681323/a79b3083.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96690000/96681400/96681323/566d79f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96690000/96681400/96681323/156fdbbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Majula Boutique Hotel

Serrekunda

9.2/10

Wonderful

(15)

"Beautiful location, great rooms with ocean view, hot water, and with great staff on site. Would definitely recommend and will try to come back and stay in the future. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Juliette

£80

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Serrekunda-Hotels-Majula-Boutique-Hotel.h96681323.Hotel-Information)

![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48580000/48572700/48572641/6a729bf0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48580000/48572700/48572641/c86132b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Economy Double Room, Pool View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48580000/48572700/48572641/be3796f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48580000/48572700/48572641/162bbbb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Bamboo Village Resort

Serrekunda

7.6/10

Good

(72)

"Nice and beautiful "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Ebrima

£52

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Serrekunda-Hotels-Bamboo-Village-Resort.h48572641.Hotel-Information)

![On the beach, 3 beach bars](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12520000/12511200/12511128/830a5bbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Double Room, Sea View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12520000/12511200/12511128/895e5c04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12520000/12511200/12511128/bd9570c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12520000/12511200/12511128/437e18c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Leo's Beach Hotel & Restaurant - Adults Only

Brufut

10/10

Exceptional

(25)

"Top class hotel, friendly staff and wonderful food"

![Sweden](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/se.svg)

Helen

£121

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brufut-Hotels-Leos-Beach-Hotel-Restaurant-Adults-Only.h12511128.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15440000/15434300/15434274/c24b0276.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15440000/15434300/15434274/5a4060e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15440000/15434300/15434274/f46ae541.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15440000/15434300/15434274/340e5d74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Woodpecker Resort

Banjulinding

6.8/10

(58)

"The whole hotel is super spotless. The rooms are beautiful fresh and clean. The food is delicious and the staff at the woodpecker hotel they are very professional and very well trained in good customer service."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Edward

£54

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Banjulinding-Hotels-Woodpecker-Resort.h15434274.Hotel-Information)

![Private beach, free beach cabanas, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18150000/18142000/18141920/72148429.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18150000/18142000/18141920/7136de4a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18150000/18142000/18141920/7bf665fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18150000/18142000/18141920/42058398.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Balafon Beach Resort

Serrekunda

7.6/10

Good

(103)

"Nice accommodations. Attentive staff. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Gary

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Serrekunda-Hotels-Balafon-Beach-Resort.h18141920.Hotel-Information)

![Sun deck](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27240000/27232100/27232071/710fc1d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27240000/27232100/27232071/02bc9d1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Buffet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27240000/27232100/27232071/a66a6179.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Sun deck](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27240000/27232100/27232071/14db9004.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### African Princess Beach Hotel

Serrekunda

8.8/10

Excellent

(105)

"A lovely and well-maintained hotel with a welcoming and pleasant staff. The room was simple and spacious, the pool right outside clean and well-maintained. The food and service in the restaurant was professional, and the breakfast was lovely, there was something for everyone. All in all we had a wonderful stay, with a feeling of luxury."

![Norway](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/no.svg)

Anne-Bett

£111

includes taxes & fees

5 Dec - 6 Dec

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Serrekunda-Hotels-African-Princess-Beach-Hotel.h27232071.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3860000/3851100/3851076/fddfb88e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3860000/3851100/3851076/f3309ccd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3860000/3851100/3851076/76c62d91.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Private beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3860000/3851100/3851076/8fed27a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Senegambia Beach Hotel

Senegambia

8.0/10

Very good

(369)

"Handy location! Great staff. Security out front helpful! Always stay here when in The Gambia! "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Sheila

£75

includes taxes & fees

7 Dec - 8 Dec

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Serrekunda-Hotels-Senegambia-Beach-Hotel.h3851076.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105350000/105346200/105346101/f7aa7a95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Building design](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105350000/105346200/105346101/3c71add8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105350000/105346200/105346101/b268de32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium Suite, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105350000/105346200/105346101/fc212a42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Coconut Residence & Spa

Serrekunda

£95

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Serrekunda-Hotels-Coconut-Residence-Spa.h105346101.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1380000/1376900/1376806/d93d38f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1380000/1376900/1376806/1caf4580.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1380000/1376900/1376806/b01c37cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1380000/1376900/1376806/3608d384.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Ocean Bay Hotel & Resort

Cape Point

7.6/10

Good

(106)

"The hotel staff provided high-quality services and a delicious breakfast. I saw a big mouse. That was a point of pity about the hotel. "

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Asako

£113

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bakau-Hotels-Ocean-Bay-Hotel-Resort.h1376806.Hotel-Information)

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### Sunset Beach Hotel

Serrekunda

8.0/10

Very good

(131)

"Everything was perfect, the crew were so kind and the rooms was clean "

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ayman

£186

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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### Kasumai Beach Resort

Serrekunda

8.6/10

Excellent

(64)

"Great property and staff was more than excellent! "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Roderick

£62

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Serrekunda-Hotels-Kasumai-Beach-Resort.h39576457.Hotel-Information)

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### Faith and Grace Guest House

Lamin

8.4/10

Very good

(11)

"It's nice and safe place "

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Majam

£20

includes taxes & fees

28 Nov - 29 Nov

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### RoofTop

Serrekunda

10/10

Exceptional

(7)

"Stopped over during a trip to Senegal and I’m very happy I did! Property is stunning and staff is warm. Owner took time out to introduce himself and ensure my stay was going well which I appreciated."

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Baaba

£103

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Serrekunda-Hotels-RoofTop.h74586016.Hotel-Information)

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Serrekunda

7.8/10

Good

(37)

"Beautiful residence in a great location with super-friendly and attentive staff!"

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ifey

£72

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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## Top Essau Hotel Reviews

![Cape Point Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3850000/3844000/3843993/71e2dc0c_y.jpg)

### Cape Point Hotel

6/10 Okay

"Staff nice room nice but needs kitchen up dating"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Bakau-Hotels-Cape-Point-Hotel.h3843993.Hotel-Information)

![Woodpecker Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15440000/15434300/15434274/c24b0276_y.jpg)

### Woodpecker Resort

10/10 Excellent

"The whole hotel is super spotless. The rooms are beautiful fresh and clean. The food is delicious and the staff at the woodpecker hotel they are very professional and very well trained in good customer service."

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Banjulinding-Hotels-Woodpecker-Resort.h15434274.Hotel-Information)

![African Princess Beach Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27240000/27232100/27232071/710fc1d2_y.jpg)

### African Princess Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Yes"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Serrekunda-Hotels-African-Princess-Beach-Hotel.h27232071.Hotel-Information)

![Sunset Beach Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3850000/3849900/3849817/661be5fb_y.jpg)

### Sunset Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"All the staff were so friendly, amazing and so helpful. Breakfast every day was lovely and fresh. We stayed in the old rooms which do need a bit of work to update them but I can see they were working on some of them. Overall a great holiday due to the fab staff. Would recommend "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Serrekunda-Hotels-Sunset-Beach-Hotel.h3849817.Hotel-Information)

![Kololi Sands](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96830000/96824500/96824497/aff2b22d_y.jpg)

### Kololi Sands

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was absolutely phenomenal..very clean.. housekeepers clean room every other day .when the current would go out within 1 minute the back up generator kicked in..I told our house keeper that I was getting married and she surprised us by decorating the room with beautiful wedding decorations and she took videos and she surprised us after we got home from our wedding the management was wonderful my flight was cancelled to the following night and the manager allowed us another night in the same room gave me a reasonable rate and a free late check out .I saw so many beautiful monkeys on the property I didn't have to pay to go to the monkey park because the monkeys would visit the property you can do your currency exchange near by restaurant was on site with good prices the food was excellent on the property and other surrounding areas the workers always all day working on yardwork and repairs .no noise perfect stay it took months of looking for a hotel air b and b..I made a good choice the electricity and wifi was free.. I'm about to rebook for my next visit..I highly recommend this hotel..."

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Serrekunda-Hotels-Kololi-Sands.h96824497.Hotel-Information)

![Kololi Beach Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9420000/9415800/9415745/5e9f8140_y.jpg)

### Kololi Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Love stopping here, just the loud music when trying to get sleep "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Serrekunda-Hotels-Kololi-Beach-Club.h9415745.Hotel-Information)

![Senegambia Beach Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3860000/3851100/3851076/fddfb88e_y.jpg)

### Senegambia Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Handy location! Great staff. Security out front helpful! Always stay here when in The Gambia! "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Serrekunda-Hotels-Senegambia-Beach-Hotel.h3851076.Hotel-Information)

![Bamboo Village Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48580000/48572700/48572641/6a729bf0_y.jpg)

### Bamboo Village Resort

10/10 Excellent

"No good "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Serrekunda-Hotels-Bamboo-Village-Resort.h48572641.Hotel-Information)

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### TUI BLUE Tamala

10/10 Excellent

"My stay at Tamala would have been terrible if it hadn't been the staff, I unfortunately got sick soon after arriving at the hotel, and the staff were amazing in how they took care of me during this time, forever grateful."

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Serrekunda-Hotels-Sunprime-Tamala-Beach.h48413414.Hotel-Information)

## More cheap stays in Essau

![Sarge's Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99940000/99931900/99931834/7096752b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=402&ra=fit)

### Sarge's Hotel

Kololi Sere Kunda Senegambia Serrekunda Gambia

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6.8/10 (25 reviews)

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### Tropic Gardens Hotel

Atlantic Blvd Bakau Banjul

£53

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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6.6/10 (12 reviews)

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### Riyan Apartments

Bertil harding highway Serrekunda

£48

1 Dec - 2 Dec

includes taxes & fees

9.6/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Serrekunda-Hotels-Riyan-Apartments.h10545236.Hotel-Information)

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### Blue Residence

20 Garba Jahumpa Rd Bakau BJL

£17

25 Nov - 26 Nov

includes taxes & fees

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Bakau-Hotels-Blue-Residence.h69561751.Hotel-Information)

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### Camping-Sukuta & Lodge

Bijelo-Road Serrekunda Western-Division

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### badala park hotel

Kotu Stream Serrekunda Kanifing

£31

16 Dec - 17 Dec

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6/10 (21 reviews)

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## Frequently asked questions

### Where is the best place for a stay in Essau?

> Located 12.9 mi (20.7 km) from the heart of Essau, [Senegambia Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Serrekunda-Hotels-Senegambia-Beach-Hotel.h3851076.Hotel-Information) is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other options for your visit to the area are [TUI BLUE Tamala](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Serrekunda-Hotels-Sunprime-Tamala-Beach.h48413414.Hotel-Information) and [Coco Ocean Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Serrekunda-Hotels-Coco-Ocean-Resort-Spa.h95386038.Hotel-Information). See all available [top hotels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6201834), or [vacation rentals in Essau](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Essau-Holiday-Rentals.d6201834.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals).

### What are some of the best holiday rentals that Essau has to offer?

> [4bed Villa Sleeps 8 - Wifi, Parking, Garden](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Serrekunda-Hotels-Janha-Senegambia-Villa-Holiday-With-Free-Wifi.h78489228.Hotel-Information): This holiday home rental outside of Essau offers a balcony, a private garden and free WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop and a microwave, so that you can cook with friends or family. See all [vacation rentals in Essau](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Essau-Holiday-Rentals.d6201834.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals).

### If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Essau, will I receive a refund?

> Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by [fully refundable](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6201834&paymentType=FREE_CANCELLATION) to find flexible hotel deals in Essau.

### What is staying in Essau like?

> Visitors can enjoy all that Essau has to offer, including its monuments. There are 326 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about [Essau](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Essau.dx6201834).

### What are the top places to visit in Essau?

> Places to visit in the wider area include [Banjul Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Banjul-Beach-Gambia.d6108538.Attraction), [River Gambia National Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/River-Gambia-National-Park-Kanifing.d553248621532481685.Attraction) and [Cape Point Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Point-Beach-Cape-Point.d6108528.Attraction). You'll also find [Senegambia Craft Market](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Senegambia-Craft-Market-Serrekunda.d553248621532481682.Attraction) and [Kololi Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kololi-Beach-Serrekunda.d6108530.Attraction) in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's [Essau guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Essau.dx6201834).

### What's the seasonal weather like in Essau?

> The hottest months are usually November and October, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 25°C. The rainiest months in Essau are August, September, July and October, with each month seeing an average of 262 mm of rainfall.

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