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Woodpecker Resort

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Abuko Nature Reserve

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Outdoor pool, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
Lobby sitting area
Lobby sitting area
Front of property
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Spa

Explore the area

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No. 1 Woodpecker Street, Banjulinding Highway, Banjulinding
  • Abuko Nature Reserve
  • Bijilo Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Kololi Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Banjul (BJL-Banjul Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Single Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Double Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Apartment | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Family Apartment

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Banjulinding

In Banjulinding .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Abuko Nature Reserve and 9 miles (15 km) of Bijilo Beach. Independence Stadium and Senegambia Craft Market are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Bijilo Beach - 15 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Kololi Beach - 19 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Senegambia Craft Market - 19 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • Banjul Beach - 22 min drive - 16.3 miles
  • Gambia National Museum - 24 min drive - 17.2 miles

Getting around

  • Banjul (BJL-Banjul Intl.) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lamin Lodge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Blue Kitchen - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Timeless Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Chosaan - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Luigi's Terrace - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Woodpecker Resort

3.5-star hotel near Abuko Nature Reserve
Woodpecker Resort offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Woodpecker Resort. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available on request). Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Banjulinding hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Deli
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Woodpecker Resort offers 10 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and slippers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and sports massages.

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 8 for adults and EUR 8 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 12.0 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately EUR 8 for adults and EUR 8 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 12.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Woodpecker Resort Hotel Banjul
Woodpecker Banjul
Woodpecker Resort Hotel Banjulinding
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Woodpecker Resort Banjulinding
Woodpecker Resort Hotel
Woodpecker Resort Hotel
Woodpecker Resort Banjulinding
Woodpecker Resort Hotel Banjulinding

Frequently asked questions

How close is Woodpecker Resort to the airport?

Woodpecker Resort is 1.8 mi (6-min drive) away from the Banjul (BJL-Banjul Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Woodpecker Resort?

As of Jun 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Woodpecker Resort on Jul 22, 2025 start from $94.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Woodpecker Resort have an airport shuttle?

Woodpecker Resort offers a free airport shuttle, available on request.

How close is Woodpecker Resort to the beach?

This hotel is 8.5 mi (24-min drive) from Bijilo Beach and 10.5 mi (32-min drive) from Kololi Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Woodpecker Resort offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Woodpecker Resort, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 8 for adults and EUR 8 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Woodpecker Resort?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Woodpecker Resort?

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

Is there free parking at Woodpecker Resort?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Woodpecker Resort have a pool?

Woodpecker Resort features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Woodpecker Resort have a restaurant?

Woodpecker Resort is home to The Hidden Treasure, which features international cuisine.

Does Woodpecker Resort have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Woodpecker Resort to downtown Banjulinding?

Woodpecker Resort is 0.5 mi away from Banjulinding.

Woodpecker Resort Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 53 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Damien

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The toilet was broken, the staff was very rude and unprofessional...food was well below average....pool ice cold....everything was brutal
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveler
The staff are always very helpful.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

chanice

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Not staying there again if I can help it

Well I was not really happy found the hotel appealing to the eye , know entertainment at night plus the electric went off and on like a Christmas tree you could be in the shower offf try to look for a towel bk off put you clothes on off don’t know what was going on with the electric I will be trying not to stay there again even when going bk to the airport the van broke dwn if I new how to get some money bk frm this holiday I would
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Carl

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I was quickly moved to another room after the air conditioner failed. In both rooms, the available blankets were not clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Edward

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

pau

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property looks okay at night but during the day it was terrifying. The building still not completed basically it’s just a building site. The service is poor. The complimentary pick up is a joke. They will not leave until the airport is empty out and you were forced to wait in the airport for over 90 minutes.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was okay but had to chase hotel taxi!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Sheila

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This is a very cheap hotel near the airport so a good location for a night’s stay before flying. It is very basic and tired but very cheap. You would not spend a holiday there. Transport to and from the airport worked well although the mini bus was extremely battered.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Angela

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Haroun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Isha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very helpful, easy access to the airport and delicious meals
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

John Walter, Lexington Park

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The staff was very courteous and helpful. There was significant mold and mildew above my air conditioner.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for the airport. Seems to have had a refresh since we were last there, now very nice. Pleasant bar by the pool. Excellent food. Friendly service. Good value
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Agusti

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Charlotte

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for meetings at the airport. The driver was great. Staff not rude, but not friendly either. Dead mosquito smeared on the wall in the room. Wi-Fi connection not available in room 120 and only one (Senegalese) TV-channel available. Not possible to borrow an iron to iron my pants (laundry staff weren't available in the hours before and after we were working). Extremely noisy - bring earplugs! First night someone was hammering on something somewhere for hours around midnight, 2nd night some kind of pump (!) made insane noisy outside the window all night. In summary, it works, but adjust expectations. The experiences matches the very reasonable price.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Edward Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice experience.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2022

4/10 Poor

Alicia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The staff is great! They are doing a lot of updates and building more rooms but they need to have beds that don’t have metal springs poking you all night, the shower head clogs and barely works, the drains are extremely slow in the shower. Please think about the comfort of your guest and improving what you have already
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

sarah

Traveled with family
It was ok for a night as my shower did not work ‘
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My experience with the hotel was not so good. The cleaning room was not everyday,tv not working and need to do a better job with the hotel there's a lot of dust everywhere.
Stayed 19 nights in Nov 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The entire stay was horrible. The wifi didnt work , service was terrible. Nothing was great about my stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

4/10 Poor

Lamin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Horrible facilities, bad breakfast, poor service. Not worth the money.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Douglas

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

Airport pick up

Shuttle service from airport did not show up, waited an hour for it, then end up taking a cab costing me. Shuttle picked up was reconfirmed by hotel.com representative who called the hotel directly to confirm first.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Room comfort

Convenient for overnight stay

Good service only when the manager was around. No water in the morning and staff couldn't be bothered to turn it on until he turned up !

8/10 Good

Bruce, US

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

Nice hotel near the airport

Staff was great, food was very good. I sent clothes out to be laundered and they came back pressed the same day. I would definitely sty here again as the price per night is a nice bargain. One suggestion is to improve internet access. Wifi was not accessible in my room, but the lobby and restaurant had it.