Bakotu Hotel, Kotu
Overview
Featuring currency exchange and a tour desk, the 3-star Bakotu Hotel lies around a 25-minute walk from The Apple. Offering 3 restaurants with local, African, and European cuisine, the hotel is 1.9 miles from Craft Open-Air Market.
Location
This Kotu hotel is situated about a 5-minute drive from a private beach. The Bakotu is 2.2 miles from Katchikally Crocodile Pool Local History Museum and 10 minutes' drive from Bijilo.
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Kotu Beach, which is a mere 12 minutes' walk away.
For those traveling from afar, Banjul International airport is 24 minutes' drive away.
Rooms
There are 70 rooms with an adjoining terrace and a balcony. Some of them offer a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with coffee and tea making equipment. Providing a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, the bathrooms are also equipped with a hairdryer and bath sheets. Some rooms look out over the sea.
Eat & Drink
Among other facilities at Bakotu Hotel, there is Boabab restaurant serving local cuisine as well as Boss Lady restaurant featuring local dishes.
Leisure & Business
This property features a swimming pool on site.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Paid Wi-Fi
- No parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Private beach
- Currency exchange
- Barber shop
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car rental
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Stores/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Outdoor dining area
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness center
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Recommended for:
Birdwatch at Kotu Creek
Observe Malachite Kingfishers and Black Herons from the bird viewing platform overlooking Kotu Creek.
Dine at Captain's Table
Enjoy fresh Gambian seafood dishes at Captain's Table, featuring organic produce and live kora music.
Explore Bengula Craft Market
Browse handmade local crafts like key holders at Bengula market opposite.
Golf at Fajara Club
Play 18 holes at the nearby Fajara Golf Club.
Location
Convenient Location
Kotu is near Pipeline Mosque, Kachikally Crocodile Pool, and Serrekunda Market, making it easy to access local sights.
Kotu Neighborhood
Kotu is a coastal area known for its beaches and local markets, featuring Kotu Craft Market and Tanji Fishing Village.
Local Bites to Try
Kotu Beach Restaurant, Ngala Lodge, and The Kotu Strip serve fresh seafood, local dishes, and international cuisine.
- City landmarks
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