Kingfishers Apartments

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Scored 9.2
Rated superb

Staff

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About this property

Elegant Accommodation: Kingfishers Apartments in Bijilo offers recently renovated, adults-only apartments with private bathrooms, terraces, and pool views. Each unit features a kitchenette, dining area, and modern amenities including air-conditioning and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a lush garden, a bar, a year-round outdoor swimming pool, and free WiFi in public areas. Additional facilities include a minimarket, evening entertainment, cooking classes, and live music. Prime Location: Located 13 km from Banjul International Airport, the property is an 8-minute walk from Bijilo Beach and 1.1 km from Bijolo Forest Reserve. Nearby attractions include Abuko Nature Reserve (15 km) and Gambia National Museum (19 km). Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated by guests, Kingfishers Apartments provides excellent service, comfortable accommodations, and a range of activities including fishing.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

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1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Jenny
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The hosts Clinton and Charlie were exceptional. Nothing was too much trouble. The apartment was a great size and had everything we needed. The pools and the outside areas were calm with lots of beautiful plants.”
Park
“it was a truly wonderful experience it’s felt like home away from home”
Diane
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A little piece of paradise. The most beautiful stay I've ever had the hosts were amazing the apartments beautiful.its like one happy family together no noise or fuss I can't wait for return.”
Conny
Netherlands Netherlands
“Prachtige plek om te verblijven als je Gambia komt bezoeken. Super fijn zwembad veel ruimte en hele aardige en behulpzame hosts, ze geven veel tips over activiteiten en hebben fijne tour guides die je rond kunnen rijden. Als je het aangeeft kan je...”
Isbrecht
Germany Germany
“Wir wurden von den beiden Eigentümern sehr herzlich empfangen und in die Anlage eingewiesen. Die ruhige Lage und die Pool Area haben uns sehr gefallen”
Alex
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A lovely place to stay. Clinton. Charlie and staff are amazing. Only a 10 minute walk to beach shops and restaurants. Rooms cleaned daily. Felt very secure in accomodation. Nice quiet pool area.”
Lianne
Netherlands Netherlands
“Een paradijsje om te verblijven, een prachtige binnenplaats/tuin waar de appartementen omheen liggen, Grote ruime appartementen met een eigen terras met uitkijk op zwembad en tuin. Veel privacy. Er zijn prima ontbijtopties mogelijk. De...”
Anonymous
United States United States
“The owners and entire staff were exceedingly friendly and helpful. The place was very nice and secure. The location was very convenient. When we return to Gambia, we will stay there again!”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Clinton

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Clinton
Kingfishers Apartments is a friendly, British family run complex, with comfortable self catering accommodation. Each apartments has a private veranda. There is a communal courtyard, garden areas, plunge pool and larger pool. Apartments 3 and 4 ( Superior Plus )have a larger salon and bedroom. Kingfishers is ideal for couples who want well earned rest and relaxation ,groups who want a villa type stay, or single travellers who just want to feel safe and welcome. For the enjoyment of our guests we welcome travellers over 16 yrs old only. For the safety and comfort of all we operate a strict resident's only policy in the apartments and pool areas. Friends and visitors can be welcomed in our reception area.
Kingfishers is located is a 10 minute walk from the secluded beach and 300 yards from the main highway where local and Tourist taxis pass frequently. There is also a Tourist taxi area next to the local hotel. A five minute taxi ride will take you to the Tourist hotspot Senegambia also known locally as The Strip. Here you will find many bars and restaurants.
Languages spoken: English,Portuguese

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House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
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 are not allowed.

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
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Kingfishers Apartments in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.