Ocean Bay Hotel & Resort
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Ocean Bay Hotel & Resort
F8MM+XFG, Bakau, Western, Gambia
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With a stay at Ocean Bay Hotel & Resort in Bakau (Cape Point), you'll be a 4-minute walk from Cape Point Beach and 8 minutes by foot from Botanic Gardens. This beach hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Bakau Beach and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Independence Stadium.Show More
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Highlights
Airport pick-up available
Delicious breakfast
Free parking
Lots to doAmenities
Playground
Horse riding
Gym
Spa
Airport pick-up
Wi-Fi in public areasFree
ParkingFree
Outdoor swimming pool
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Property Description
With a stay at Ocean Bay Hotel & Resort in Bakau (Cape Point), you'll be a 4-minute walk from Cape Point Beach and 8 minutes by foot from Botanic Gardens. This beach hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Bakau Beach and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Independence Stadium.
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4.1/5
Very GoodCleanliness4.1
Amenities4.1
Location4.1
Service4.1
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Surroundings
Airport: Banjul International Airport
(20.3 km)
Landmarks: National Botanical Gardens
(680m)
Landmarks: Crocodile Pool
(1.1 km)
Landmarks: Kachikally Crocodile Pool
(1.1 km)
Landmarks: Tanbi Wetland National Park
(1.2 km)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
4
Deluxe Room Non smoking
2 Single bed or 1 King bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
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5
Deluxe Double Room
1 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
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4
Deluxe Single Room
1 Single bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
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4
Deluxe Triple Room
1 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
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1
Standard Room
2 Single bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi in room
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Guest Reviews
4.1/5
Very Good
53 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.1
- Amenities4.1
- Location4.1
- Service4.1
Average for similar properties in Bakau
AI Summary
Ocean Bay Hotel impresses with its spacious, clean, and comfortable rooms, exceptional staff, and well-maintained facilities. Guests appreciate the variety and quality of breakfast, but some mention reliability issues.
Mister Stephen
August 12, 2024
I liked staying here. Very scenic, unrushed and the staff are friendly and attentive. My room was spacious and quiet. With firm bed and pillows I was able to get a decent sleep. The hotel is next to Cape Point Beach so it was nice to go out and interact with the locals. The hot water wasn't that hot though. All in all I would stay here again if back in The Gambia.
Guest User
February 15, 2024
I need to find better
PF0lkes
April 4, 2025
Had a lovely weeks stay for my birthday in March. Nice, quiet location. Temperature around 30°c. Rooms a little dated but clean & comfortable. Expect the odd mosquito bite at night in your room if you forget to ask Reception to arrange for your room to be sprayed with repellent in the evening. Lovely beach but expect to be approached by the odd person wanting you to visit their juice bar nearby etc. You can change your money either at the hotel Reception or at one of the bureau de changes which are a minutes walk from the hotel and at a slightly better rate. You can get a pack of water for your room from one of the shops just by the hotel & there are the recommended green taxis available from outside the hotel. There is a spa onsite where you can get your nails done at a fraction of the price in the UK. You will need to save 1400 Dalassi for your airport departure tax or £20/€20. We booked B&B as we wanted to eat elsewhere for lunch & dinner. The buffet breakfast was amazing & plentiful with absolutely everything available for anyone's taste. We usually enjoyed our lunch/dinner at Calypso the nearby restaurant where you could watch them feed the crocodiles daily at 4pm & also catch a glimpse of a few monkeys. The food was delicious. Will probably return again next March as we had such a lovely time. Note: Expect to tip from time to time!
Fearless06952008911
March 18, 2025
A wonderful holiday again made even more special by excellent staff. Comfortable bed ( though the sheets and duvets don’t fit a double bed set up), tea/coffee making facilities. Easily usable and accessible safe but surprisingly not actually fixed into anything so could have been removed! All staff make this holiday fantastic as they are all so helpful and friendly but particular mention to the following: Mariama( Beach bar), Ebrahim and Musa (Beach boys), Anna (Room cleaning), Jim (Front desk), Lobbeh (Guest relations), Mariama S Ceesay ( trainee breakfast chef). I would recommend BB as there are excellent restaurants outside or within a short taxi ride. Get to know the taxi controller ( Mr Kite) and go to the local money exchange for good rates ( currently GMD 86 to £1) There is a great fisherman on the beach (EJ) who can offer fishing trips or beach fishing. Try to support people locally. Small but friendly small supermarket outside run by No. 56 who loves to chat and be helpful. There is no hassle on the beach and the general feeling is always of being safe.
Guest User
March 15, 2025
Great Holiday Our first visit to the Gambia . All the staff at the hotel were friendly and helpful , we had a lovely stay . We booked for bed and breakfast as we wanted to eat out and support the locals . We recommend going outside the hotel to explore the real Gambia . We had our local guide located at the front of the hotel , official guides wearing orange T shirts . Our guide Nick named BLACK RHINO looked after us , took us on many trips and was very helpful and knowledgable about his country , Rhino made our holiday so special , taking us on safari and many other trips , we highly recommend Rhino , and have missed him , his family and friends since returning back to the U.K. We loved The Gambia 🇬🇲 Big Thanks to our special friend Black Rhino 🦏 Mike Lynda Hollie Rhino’s U.K. family ❤️
Su12356
March 11, 2025
Ocean bay is a fantastic hotel, as other reviews state the staff are so friendly and helpful, food is fresh with plenty of variety, our room was modern, large with comfortable beds. But what really made our holiday the best experience ever was our tour guides Ousman and Eddi we went on lots of trips with them, very knowledgeable and friendly guys that have become our friends . They are the guides in the orange shirts at the front of the hotel, they are much cheaper than your own tour operator and know so much more about the local area. We will definitely be back to ocean bay and will enjoy many more trips with our wonderful new friends.
498ren_b
March 4, 2025
Wij hebben genoten van 6 overnachtingen op onze "Deluxe kamer met uitzicht op de Oceaan". De kamer is heel ruim en voorzien van airco en televisie. Het bed is erg fijn en schoon en heeft geen klamboe. We hebben overigens geen last van muggen gehad (feb). De kast is lekker ruim en voorzien van een fatsoenlijke kluis. Er is een relax stoel op de kamer met een tafeltje. De badkamer is wat kleiner en douche is een cabine welke behoorlijk water overlast geeft. Wij vonden het uitzicht op de oceaan wel heel beperkt. Als je op je zitje op het terrasje kon je een beetje de zee zien. Dus ja, er was zeezicht maar heel beperkt. Het personeel is heel vriendelijk en spreken je altijd aan. De spa is een echte aanrader, een geweldige massage voor een prijs welke voor Europese begrippen heel laag is. Het ontbijt is echt fantastisch. Er is ontzettend veel keuze en alles ziet er netjes en hygiënisch uit. Wij vonden de a la carte van het restaurant wat minder van kwaliteit. We hebben ook het diner buffet gedaan en deze is prima, maar wel behoorlijk aan de prijs. Het zwembad is druk en veel stoelen zijn bezet. Wij hebben vooral voor het strand gekozen en hier zijn strandstoelen (met tafel) in overvloed. Ook hier is een handdoekenservice. Op het strand wordt je wel regelmatig aangesproken door verkopers. Het strand is breed en er zijn voldoende parasols en palmbomen zodat je ook in de schaduw kunt liggen. Dit resort heeft ook nog het Buddah restaurant. Wij zijn hier een avond gaan eten en de bediening en het eten was prima. Het viel ons op dat wij maar halve glazen wijn kregen en mensen met geel armbandje glazen tot de rand toe vol kregen. Onze ober was wel continu aan het opdringen om nog wijn te bestellen. Toen we wilden afrekenen en zeiden dat we dit contant wilden doen moesten we met de ober naar buiten en hij schreef wat getallen op een blaadje. We maakten hem duidelijk dat we een rekening wilden. Dus door naar de poolbar van het hotel en hier kregen we ineens een korting welke we anders te veel hadden betaald. Er lopen dus gewoon oplichters tussen het personeel. (zie foto van onze bon). Conclusie, dit hotel is een absolute aanrader. Wij zouden hier zo weer boeken.
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Guest User
March 1, 2025
Peaceful and pleasant hotel Recently returned from Ocean Bay where we spent 11 nights The hotel is lovely, gardens are beautiful , reception very impressive Hotel is on the beach, lots of sunbeds bith on the beach and around the pool so no need to get up at stupid o'clock clock with your towels 😉 Our room was very nice, we were in block 2 right near the pool and reception , our cleaner Sara was very efficient, bedding changed regularly, bed very comfy, towels changed when you wanted them changed Entertainment team are amazing, they try their best to involve the guests in various activities throughout the day. They are all very hardworking and a credit to the hotel We stayed bed and breakfast, majority of guests were there all inclusive though. Breakfast was fab, a great selection and all fresh, can't comment on evening meals as we never ate there at night, partly because it was expensive if you weren't all inclusive. I did enquire what the cost was if we upgraded to all inclusive but it was around £96.00 a day for 2 of us, hence we didn't bother as we would never have been able to eat and drink that much 😄 We ate at the a la carte Little Buddha one night , food was very good and reasonably priced Do try Gibbis on the beach, just down the road from the hotel, food and drink was very reasonable 👌 Solemelos was very nice too, as was Calypso The staff were all amazing 👏 We have been going to Gambia for many years but this was our first time to Ocean Bay, whilst we don't have any complaints or negatives about our stay I don't think we will return there due to it being a bit out of the way for us If you want a lovely hotel , beautiful gardens, very relaxing and chilled Ocean Bay is perfect 🏝🏝
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Playground
Horse riding
Gym
Spa
Additional charge
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Parking
Free
Outdoor swimming pool
Private beach area
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Massage room
Children's pool
Billiards room
Restaurant
Bar
Conference room
Additional charge
Table tennis room
Childcare service
Additional charge
Car rentals
Tour and ticket booking service
Multi-function room
Luggage storage
Business center
Karaoke
Currency exchange
24-hour front desk
Playground
Gym
Outdoor swimming pool
Private beach area
Billiards room
Restaurant
Bar
Conference room
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Outdoor swimming pool
Parking
Parking
Free
Transportation
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
Shuttle service
Additional charge
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Car rentals
Front Desk Services
Safe at front desk
Lockers available
Express check-in and check-out
Concierge service
VIP check-in service
Tour and ticket booking service
Luggage storage
Currency exchange
24-hour front desk
Languages Spoken
English
Food & Drink
Convenience store/kiosk
Room service
Bar
Health & Wellness
Horse riding
Gym
Spa
Additional charge
Massage room
Hair and beauty salon
Billiards room
Table tennis room
Sailing
Off-site
Beauty and makeup
Activities
Fishing
Private beach area
Karaoke
Public Areas
BBQ
Additional charge
Garden
Smoking area
ATM
Cleaning Services
Laundry service (on-site)
Additional charge
Ironing service
Additional charge
Clothes steamer
Facilities for Children
Playground
Children's pool
Children's meals available
Childcare service
Additional charge
Business Services
Conference room
Additional charge
Fax/copying service
Additional charge
Multi-function room
Business center
Accessibility
Accessible rooms available
Stair-free main entrance
Safety & Security
First aid room
Smoke detector
Fire extinguisher
CCTV in public areas
First aid kit
Security personnel
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 13:30–14:00
Check-out: 11:30–12:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
Child Policies
Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
Breakfast
TypeWestern
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Service Animals
Service animals are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Number of Rooms: 144
With a stay at Ocean Bay Hotel & Resort in Bakau (Cape Point), you'll be a 4-minute walk from Cape Point Beach and 8 minutes by foot from Botanic Gardens. This beach hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Bakau Beach and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Independence Stadium.
Head down to the water and enjoy a day at the private beach, or take advantage of other recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a steam room. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, babysitting (surcharge), and gift shops/newsstands.
Grab a bite at Hacienda, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Need to unwind? Take a break at the bar/lounge, the beach bar, or the poolside bar for a tasty beverage. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and a library. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).
Make yourself at home in one of the 195 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and blackout drapes/curtains.
Head down to the water and enjoy a day at the private beach, or take advantage of other recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a steam room. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, babysitting (surcharge), and gift shops/newsstands.
Grab a bite at Hacienda, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Need to unwind? Take a break at the bar/lounge, the beach bar, or the poolside bar for a tasty beverage. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and a library. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).
Make yourself at home in one of the 195 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and blackout drapes/curtains.