Top 5 beachfront hotels in The Gambia
Blessed by uncrowded beaches and uninterrupted winter sunshine, The Gambia is a beach lover’s paradise. The Gambia Experience have compiled a short list of the country’s very best beachfront hotels, guaranteed to satisfy your craving for sun, sea and sand!
A tiny country in West Africa, just a six-hour flight from the UK, The Gambia is home to some truly wonderful beaches. Unspoilt and carpeted in golden sand, they’re the perfect place to truly unwind. What’s more, many of the country’s best hotels are set directly on the sand. Here are five of our favourites:
Coco Ocean Resort & Spa, Bijilo
Facing a long beach that stretches endlessly in both directions, Coco Ocean Resort & Spa is one of the most luxurious hotels in The Gambia, renowned for – you guessed it – its world class spa!
When you’re not unwinding by the tiered swimming pool or strolling along the unspoilt sands, head to the adult-only, 1,800 square metre spa to relax in the steam room, sauna, ice plunge pool and impressive Thalassotherapy pool. As if that wasn’t tempting enough, The Gambia Experience guests receive a 15% discount on full-priced treatments. What are you waiting for?
African Princess Beach Hotel, South Kotu
Located on a beautiful stretch of beach in South Kotu, this contemporary hotel enjoys easy access to the area’s selection of bars and restaurants.
Aside from its beachfront location, African Princess’ star attraction is water, with a network of eight free-form pools and a selection of swim-up rooms. With no children under 12 allowed, the hotel remains tranquil during the day, allowing you to soak up the sun by the pool or on the sandy beach outside the hotel.
Kombo Beach Hotel, Kotu
One of the most popular hotels in The Gambia, in part due to its fantastic beachfront setting and lively atmosphere, Kombo Beach Hotel is a wonderful base for both couples and families.
Whatever you’re into, there’s something for you at Kombo; join in with pool games, take tennis lessons, do a little birdwatching in the tropical gardens or simply lounge on the beach that sits right on your doorstep: the choice is yours!
Sunbeach Hotel, Cape Point
Perfect for anyone looking for an all inclusive beach holiday in the sun, Sunbeach Hotel offers great service and facilities – right on a wide, sandy beach.
Daily activities, including water aerobics, table tennis and badminton, will keep you entertained during the day, and come evening, live music and an elaborate show calendar are there to keep the atmosphere alive.
Ocean Bay, Cape Point
The stretch of golden, sandy beach outside this well-established hotel is definitely one of the finest in The Gambia.
In Ocean Bay itself, the large pool area will probably take up much of your time. An air of tranquillity drifts throughout the tropical gardens, although there’s a range of activities to keep you busy should you fancy a break from the sunlounger.
All of these hotels are available to book through The Gambia Experience. Visit gambia.co.uk to view their full collection of beachfront hotels or call 01489 866 939 to chat to their expert team.
