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Kairaba Hotel

2.5 star property
Beach hotel with outdoor pool and family fun

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach volleyball
Interior
Garden
Restaurant
Kairaba Hotel on Senegambia's sun-kissed shores welcomes families and beach lovers. Enjoy a breakfast buffet, poolside bar, spa massages, and body treatments. Activities: horseback riding, bike rentals. Free in-room WiFi keeps you connected.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Gym

Room options

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Executive Suite

Executive Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
TV
Renovated in 2007
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Garden Suite

Garden Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
TV
Renovated in 2007
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Suite (2 Adults)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
TV
Renovated in 2007
20 bedrooms
  • 59 sq m
  • 20 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Double or Twin Room (2+1)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
TV
Renovated in 2007
Separate bedroom
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Presidential Suite

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2007
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room (2+1)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
TV
Renovated in 2007
Separate bedroom
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Double or Twin Room (2 Adults)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
TV
Renovated in 2007
Separate bedroom
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hair dryer, bathrobes, towels, soap

Economy Room 2 Adults

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Renovated in 2007
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room (2 Adults)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
TV
Renovated in 2007
Separate bedroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located by the ocean, Kairaba Hotel is in Senegambia neighbourhood and is connected to a shopping centre. Arch 22 and Fort Bullen are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Tropic Shopping Centre and Senegambia Craft Market. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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PMB Serrekunda, Serrekunda, BJL, 390

What's nearby

  • Senegambia Beach - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Center - 7 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Bijilo Beach - 7 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Bijilo Forest Park - 8 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Senegambia Craft Market - 12 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Banjul (BJL-Banjul Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪African Queen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gusto - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mango Indian Global Kitchen, Bar and Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪El Sol - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪3 Chicks & a grill - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Kairaba Hotel

Family-friendly hotel located in Senegambia
Consider a stay at Kairaba Hotel and take advantage of a poolside bar, a corner/local shop and a terrace. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with sunloungers and beach volleyball. Indulge in a Swedish massage, a facial and a body treatment at the on-site spa. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities such as horse riding. In addition to shopping on-site and a coffee shop/cafe, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking and extended parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Luggage storage, beach umbrellas and a billiards/pool table
Room features
All 160 individually furnished rooms include thoughtful touches such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and hairdryers
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies or patios and coffee/tea makers

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 16 for adults and EUR 8 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 398 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • 14 buildings
  • Built in 1990
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - 2007

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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
The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 16 for adults and from EUR 8 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 2160 per vehicle (one way)
  • A pet fee will be charged
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or 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 credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Hotel Kairaba Beach
Kairaba Beach Hotel
Kairaba Beach Hotel Serrekunda
Kairaba Beach Serrekunda
Kairaba Beach
Kairaba Hotel Serrekunda
Kairaba Serrekunda
Kairaba Hotel Hotel
Kairaba Hotel Serrekunda
Kairaba Hotel Hotel Serrekunda

Frequently asked questions

Does Kairaba Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Kairaba Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. A fee applies.

How much is parking at Kairaba Hotel?

Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kairaba Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kairaba Hotel?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Kairaba Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 2160 per vehicle applies.

Where is Kairaba Hotel located?

This family-friendly Serrekunda hotel is located near the airport, within a 10-minute walk of Senegambia Beach, Tropic Shopping Centre and Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Center. Bijilo Beach and Kololi Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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Kairaba Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 111 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Abdouleh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful experience at the Kairaba Hotel in Gambia. The location is perfect, right on the beach and close to the vibrant Senegambia Strip. The gardens are beautiful and full of life, with peacocks and monkeys adding a unique touch. The staff are incredibly friendly and always ready to help, making me feel truly welcome. The pool area is relaxing, and the atmosphere overall is peaceful and enjoyable. If you want a place to unwind and enjoy Gambia’s beauty, Kairaba Hotel is a great choice!”
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel

Excellent hotel Super service & facilities Lovely and quet Super Beach with free sunchairs overlooking the sea and sunset
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
For the price, its ok
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super service

Wunderfull hotel Excellent service Always Give amazing wellcome Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Attentive and professional staff in a beautiful location
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Hotel

Excellent hotel Service Excellent, super position and wunderfull surroundings (garden pool etc.) Thank you to all Staff who do everything for you and are very wellcoming
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Momodou

Kairaba is a great property. The location is excellent. On the one side you have the Atlantic Ocean and its beach and at the other end you have the famous Senegambia strip. However, this once icon of Gambia's hotel seem to have lost its mojo. Service is ok. Rooms are fine, maintenance, well, things work. But the place jyst doesn't have its spark no more.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Attentive staff, lovely setting, good food
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sakari

Nice service and good price
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Wi-Fi only worked sporadically. Needs to be renovated Beautiful garden with monkeys and birds
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kevon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful location. I upgraded to an ocean view room and did not regret it. Gorgeous grounds. Lots of birds, butterflies and even the odd monkey or two from time to time. Very quiet and peaceful Will definitely return. The only negative was breakfast. Beans, mushrooms and fried potatoes everyday. Thank goodness they had an egg station so i was able to mix things up a bit.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Neil

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very tired and poor standard

The hotel is incredibly tired. The pricing well above its standards. It’s from the 1980s. Very dusty, everything looks dusty and worn out. Needs a massive make over. Hardy anyone there. Not surprise when you can stop at hotels nearby for the same money but a much higher standard.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Momodou

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Service levels have really plometted at this property. The AC in our room was not working snd it took 2 trips to reception before our room was switched after midnight. We were 2 guests but the first room we had had one towel and one bottle of water. Breakfast was below average and service is generally below expectation for what was once Gambia's flagship hotel. Sad!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Mohammad

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had high expectations for this hotel, considering the price we paid and its five-star rating, but unfortunately, it fell far short of expectations. The room we initially booked was in poor condition—no hot water, no iron, dim lighting, and the electricity would cut off multiple times a day for a few minutes. Hoping for a better experience, we decided to upgrade to a more expensive room, but it made no difference as the same issues persisted. The breakfast was another letdown. The selection was very limited and repetitive, with the same options every day. On several occasions, the eggs were undercooked, and food would run out quickly, leaving us with even fewer choices. This hotel does not meet the standards of a five-star establishment; in fact, it barely compares to a three-star. I would not recommend staying here, as it’s simply not worth the money or the frustration.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lars

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

En oase

Veldig bra beliggenhet. Nydelig hage og greit basseng. Litt slitt bygningsmasse som trenger litt vedlikehold. For eksempel treningsrommet. Hyggelig SPA med god stemning. Kort vei til restauranter og underholdning, men langt nok unna til at man ikke blir forstyrret om natten. Velger gjerne dette hotellet igjen.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Carsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Udmærket

Udmærket, Dog var der meget larm om aftenen/natten fra nærliggende område
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Greger

Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Amie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yankuba

Great and supportive staff. Nice and safe environment.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Momodou

Standarden er greit

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No value for money

Clean Environment and nice sea view. Helpful and happy face workers. Breakfast was terrible. TV stations are poor. Water closet in bad condition Floor flow is frequently interrupted. You wait for pressing iron Overall, there is no value for money
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

LENA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Wolfgang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The 5*-quality is still noticable, but ...

Officially the Kairaba is still rated as a 5* hotel, the only one as far as we know in Gambia. And this is still visible with respect to the quality of the room furniture and the installation and the way the staff deals with wishes (addressed at the reception) or problems (e.g. a problem with water leakage in the toilet got immediately fixed by an experienced craftsmen after we told the room service about it and she had called her colleague). However, the hotel has been closed for 3 years due to Corona and the owner now plans to sell it. That's why they did not do a lot of promotion and had very few guests (<20? certainly not more than 50). And this had influence on the services, which were adapted (small breakfast buffet, reduces choice). Only the prices for drinks at the pool bar stayed at the original 5*-level
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

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