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Bakotu Hotel

2.5 star property
Travelers find a peaceful tropical escape at this riverside hotel where they can lounge by the pool or savor authentic local dishes at three distinct restaurants.

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Bakotu Hotel, next to Bijilo Forest Park, offers a quiet retreat with a poolside bar, terrace, and garden. Guests can book spa services and enjoy local cuisine at three restaurants. The hotel provides free in-room WiFi and has a helpful multilingual staff.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Room options

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Double Room, Multiple Beds, Terrace, Garden View | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Double Room, Multiple Beds, Terrace, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

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Twin Room, 2 Single Beds | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Located in Serrekunda, Bakotu Hotel is near the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Gambia National Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bijilo Forest Park and River Gambia National Park. Visit our Serrekunda travel guide
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2 Kotu Stream Road, Kotu Beach Kotu, Serrekunda

What's nearby

  • Bijilo Beach
    Bijilo Beach
    6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Kololi Beach
    Kololi Beach
    6 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Senegambia Craft Market
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Bijilo Forest Park
    6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Banjul Beach
    17 min drive - 10.1 miles

Getting around

  • Banjul (BJL-Banjul Intl.)
    39 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tamala Beach Resort
    5 min drive
  • La Parisienne
    4 min drive
  • The Butchers Shop
    5 min drive
  • El Sol
    4 min drive
  • Samba's Kitchen
    3 min drive

About this property

Bakotu Hotel

Hotel near Bijilo Forest Park
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a poolside bar and a terrace at Bakotu Hotel. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a manicure/pedicure, a massage or a facial. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and local and international cuisine. In addition to a garden and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket information
  • Multilingual staff and a front desk safe
Room features
All 80 individually decorated rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and soap
  • Balconies or patios and daily housekeeping

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25 per vehicle (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 cash
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Hotel Bakotu Hotel KOTU
Bakotu Hotel Serrekunda
Bakotu Serrekunda
Bakotu
Hotel Bakotu Hotel Serrekunda
Serrekunda Bakotu Hotel Hotel
Hotel Bakotu Hotel
Bakotu Hotel Hotel
Bakotu Hotel Serrekunda
KOTU Bakotu Hotel Hotel
Hotel Bakotu Hotel
Bakotu Hotel Hotel Serrekunda

Frequently asked questions

Does Bakotu Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Bakotu Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bakotu Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bakotu Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Bakotu Hotel?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Bakotu Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 25 per vehicle applies.

Where is Bakotu Hotel located?

Situated by the sea, this hotel is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Bijilo Forest Park, and within 12 mi (20 km) of River Gambia National Park and Gambia National Museum.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Bakotu Hotel Reviews

7.4

Good

10

Cleanliness

5.0

Amenities

8.0

Staff & service

6.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location is excellent with easy access to the creek and golf course and as a birdwatcher this was ideal. . The room and shower was fine and very clean . Breakfast is good with choice . A bit on the pricey side for the facilities and I would expect a safe in the room for the price plus WI FI is only available at the reception area . Found the cleaner and front desk staff helpful Eat and drink outside
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is excellent and the gardens well laid out
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful hotel, nice and quiet, pool is small but ideal for cooling down. Rooms are basic but spotless, staff are really friendly, an ideal place to stay, a minute walk across the road to the beach. Would definately recommend and would go back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020