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Tamala Beach Resort

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel near Senegambia Craft Market

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Private beach, free beach cabanas, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
Premium Room, Garden View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
Premium Room, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
Premium Room, Private Pool, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
Breakfast buffet

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • All inclusive
  • Gym
  • Spa

Explore the area

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Kotu Beach, Serrekunda, Banjul
  • Bijilo Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Kololi Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Senegambia Craft Market
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Banjul (BJL-Banjul Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium Room, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Premium Room, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, Pool View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Premium Room, Pool View

  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, Private Pool, Pool View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Premium Room, Private Pool, Pool View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, Private Pool, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Premium Room, Private Pool, Ocean View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, Garden View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Premium Room, Garden View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Serrekunda

Beachside getaway.Stay at this Serrekunda hotel and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Senegambia Craft Market and 12 miles (20 km) of Tanji Bird Reserve. River Gambia National Park is 9.8 mi (15.8 km) away.

What's nearby

  • Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Center - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Bijilo Beach - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Kololi Beach - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Senegambia Craft Market - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Bijilo Forest Park - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Banjul (BJL-Banjul Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Sol - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Samba's Kitchen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Solomon's Beach Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Yasmina - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sunprime Beach Club - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Tamala Beach Resort

4-star beachfront hotel near Senegambia Craft Market
Some rates at Tamala Beach Resort are all-inclusive. These rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the sand beach. Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan in the sun loungers (chaise longues) or kick back in the shade with complimentary cabanas and free beach club on site. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at Tamala Beach Resort like an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges, a beach bar, and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach hotel also offers a garden and a terrace. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Serrekunda hotel.

  • 140 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Nightclub
  • Cabanas on the beach (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Lockers available
  • Bar on the beach
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Tamala Beach Resort offers 140 accommodations with fireplaces and minibars. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 42-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The onsite spa has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Free beach club
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Tamala Beach Resort

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 14 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 14 and older are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: GMD 2600 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 14 years old aren't allowed.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Sunprime Tamala Beach
Tamala Beach Resort Hotel
Sunprime Tamala Beach Resort
Tamala Beach Resort Serrekunda
Tamala Beach Resort Hotel Serrekunda

Frequently asked questions

How close is Tamala Beach Resort to the airport?

Tamala Beach Resort is 13.1 mi (34-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 Tamala Beach Resort?

As of Sep 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tamala Beach Resort on Sep 24, 2025 start from $97.49, 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 Tamala Beach Resort have an airport shuttle?

Tamala Beach Resort offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of GMD 2600 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Tamala Beach Resort to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Tamala Beach Resort offer free breakfast?

Tamala Beach Resort does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Tamala Beach Resort?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Tamala Beach Resort?

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

Is there free parking at Tamala Beach Resort?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Tamala Beach Resort have a pool?

Tamala Beach Resort features an outdoor pool.

Does Tamala Beach Resort have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Tamala Beach Resort have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features beach massages, aromatherapy, and detox wraps.

How close is Tamala Beach Resort to downtown Serrekunda?

Tamala Beach Resort is 0.5 mi away from Kotu.

Tamala Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 177 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 177 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 177 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 177 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 177 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great hotel, clean, beautiful and the food is amazing
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Service for issues was slow, took 4 days to connect tv and there was only one reastraunt to choose from for meals. I stayed 10 days and the menu got boring by day 5. However, brunch on sunday was fabulous and barbque nights on friday and sat was good too. Allthough it was a seperate charge and we where not made aware of the options, by staff had to figure it out so missed out on the seperate menu. I think the staff should could do a better job at keeping customers aware of events when staying. All in all a good price and a comfortable stay
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Saidou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Myself and my husband enjoyed our stay at Tamala hotel. We were there for 2 weeks. Initially we had issues with our room, but this was sorted fairly swiftly and were given a room in better condition. All the staff were very approachable and helpful - particularly Babou, the housekeeper Musa Ceesay and Babucarr. Entertainment was great and happened regularly.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Tracy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ousman

Business traveler
Disliked: Room comfort

maintenance

wasn’t too bad on my first night but the AC Was rather noisey on my second . it was clanking away all night and kept dripping water on the floor. wasn’t comfortable at all so overall was a waste of money for me the second night
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

MICHAEL

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very polite and helpful and the cleaning of the room was of a good standard the food was average as i thought more variety would not go amiss . The only complaint i have is that i booked my rooms in advance and putting in the notes that they should be next door to each other that service i did not received and we were given rooms away from each other. As a group booking the hotel should accommodate more by putting group bookings next door to each other if requested
Stayed 22 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Fiyin

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views and property grounds and pleasant staff but definitely not worth the price. 3 star hotel at best. The room was not cleaned upon my arrival and staff continually forgot to respond to my requests. The bed sheets were dirty, coffee cups were dirty, patio door wouldn’t lock, sink wouldn’t drain properly, inconsistent hot water, etc. Gym equipment is old and doesn’t work. The rooms and gym need proper upkeep. Lastly, if you have an oceanfront room on block 4 you will very likely hear loud music all night coming from a private property on the beach. Overall my stay wasn’t terrible but i feel way overcharged for what i received for the price I paid.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kaitlin

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, and felt safe and the staff was super friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Nancy

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property looks nice in pictures and some parts are nice - like the dining areas and pool area. However, the rooms are not even close to 4 stars. The linens are stained or dirty. Our sheets always had marks on them and the towels as well, when you could get them. There seems to be a problem with laundry. Had to keep sliders closed because there were no screens so it was impossible to relax and listen to the ocean and bugs were let in when you opened the door. Everyday we found big old cockroaches in our room- gross! The positive is that for the most part employees were very nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Geoff

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

Amazing Location

Amazing location and really great staff. Rooms could do with a face lift, showing signs of wear.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

I wish the staff would have been more helpful with their communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine, Livingston

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Buffet allowed for choices. Fun nights. There needs to be more maintenance checks so guests don't have to keep having maintenance people coming to the roo
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

christy

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Clare

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We felt very welcomed at Tamala, all the staff were friendly and obliging. Out room was spacious, with a swim up pool and ocean view. We stayed half-board, and although there was a buffet breakfast, for dinner our options were limited to the a menu at the bar, this was possibly due to us visiting in shoulder season, although this wasn't explained and had we know before arrival we may have chosen not go half board. Especially because one of us was a vegetarian so options really were very very limited, and often vegetarian items listed on the menu were not available at all, this was passable for a couple of nights but any longer and we wouldn't have had to go elsewhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jaquona

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
This place is beautiful but I must warn you they have a rat 🐀 infestation. I saw many big rats eating leftovers from plates left outside guest doors. It horrified me going in out of my room. Even in broad daylight the rats 🐀 come out. Its too expensive of a hotel to have rats. I had one of the most expensive rooms a few months ago and the rats just T'd me off. The staff acts as if its normal and ok but its not.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing pools

Front desk and service staff were wonderful
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abdul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay, and wanted to stay an extra night but the front desk informed us that they were fully booked. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Batu

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Batu

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Akeem, Bridgeport

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Gregory

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very close to being perfect, but a few final touches are missing which prevents me giving 5 stars. Rooms were large with fantastic air conditioning, but everyone in our group experienced some minor issues including rain water flooding, broken windows or damage to walls and fittings. Nothing unsafe, nothing worth shouting about, but it prevents a perfect rating. Staff were friendly and spoke varying degrees of English, however restaurant service was slow and highly variable depending on your server! On the subject of the restaurant and bar, common items like diet coke were unavailable for my entire stay - again preventing 5 stars. That said the food that was available was decent enough and fairly priced. Reception were wonderful and I can't complain about anything there! The beach was accessible and felt safe, even going for an early morning run without any staff around. The pool was big and a very nice temperature, unfortunately one day it was covered in dead bugs which made swimming unpleasant and a regular net clean every few hours would make a huge difference, but was still enjoyable on the other days and probably would have been cleaned if I'd asked. WiFi was excellent. Housekeeping fantastic and thorough, even folding my dirty laundry I'd left on the floor! Overall a lovely stay, and so close to being amazing. All that said it's probably still the best in the area, having looked at others.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort with amazing views and access to the beach. Service was extraordinary!! Staff was proactive in reaching out to guests to make sure all needs were being met.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024