Top 14 Airbnb Vacation Rentals In Banjul, Gambia - Updated 2024

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Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Banjul, the capital of Gambia! The region is absolutely teeming with sights and sounds ripe for the taking, including the Abuko Nature Reserve, and the Albert Market, the perfect street venue to take home all of the indigenous treasures you came here to find. Discover a life far from all of your anxieties when you visit Banjul and take advantage of the wide portfolio of Airbnb vacation rentals that are featured in the region! Read on to find the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Banjul.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 06, 2024.

1. Pelican residence in Gambia (from USD 30)

When you’re looking for a getaway that gets you up close and personal with all of the hustle and bustle you’re looking to discover in Banjul, it’s time to take a look at these valuable Gambian apartments. These luxury spaces are fully furnished, and feature temperature controlled features, a stocked kitchen, a television, laundry essentials, and wireless Internet access, to make every second of your stay a winning one. Furthermore, you can rent by the day, the week, the month, or the year, so there’s always a set amount of time best suited for your preferences and your budget! Your front door is close to the center of town, where all of the restaurants, shops, boutique venues, and recreational outlets you need are waiting!

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Fajara, Banjul, Gambia
1.91 km (1.2 mi) from Kachikally Crocodile Pool
22 reviews   Wifi Available
PRIVATE ROOM IN RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 5 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 5

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
you must pay extra if you want air conditioning though which i want a fan of
madou and his house keeper makes a big effort to make your stay as comfortable as you like
the bedroom was spacious with a lovely tv/sitting room and nearby kitchen that we used for cooking
Cleanliness:
everything was clean and tidy and secure with 24hour staff
very nice and spacious room very clean it was nice to have a tv in the room
nice and clean very friendly staff the location is great just step out and there is a taxi
Host:
his staff is very friendly and ready to help at any moment
the staff is very helpful and there are people available 24/7
the staff respond without delay and are helpful
however modou the manager was very helpful in making alternate arrangement
very quiet and cozy and the staff are very helpful
Location:
the location is perfect
a very quiet place very hospitable centrally located to reach places of interest
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2. Cozy, two-bedroom apartment (from USD 40)

If you’re someone looking to get away from it all, we recommend this top-tier, two-bedroom apartment, set a sufficient distance from the noise and the bustle of the city, and yet close enough that you’re only an easy decision away from taking advantage of all the local attractions. You’ll be gifted with access to a dining area, a stocked kitchen, two bedrooms and two bathrooms, perfect for up to four guests. There’s also air conditioning on site, and wireless Internet access, laundry essentials, and a laptop workspace for those in the region for business.

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Bakau, Banjul, Gambia
892 meters (0.6 ft) from Kachikally Crocodile Pool
5 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 2 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
apartment was clean and well maintained everything worked looking forward to going back next time
the apt was big and very clean
Host:
his staff excellent and friendly and always ready to help
the staff were helpful and considerate
Location:
walk to traffic lights for easy access to transport
the apartment is well located and very well presented
easy to go to banjul and monkey park too
a great 'hideaway' in a good location
a good place to stay
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3. Frank & Haddy's paradise estate (from USD 28)

For those with a taste for the luxurious, you’re going to love Frank & Haddy’s paradise estate! Featuring air conditioning, laundry essentials, wireless Internet access, a stocked kitchen space, and much more, this property is set shortly to redefine your understanding of Gambian excellence. Both sitting and dining areas are available for your convenience, as is access to four bedrooms, which can safely accommodate up to eight travelers! The balcony in the front overlooks much of the garden. When you venture offsite, you’ll find tourist attractions and local landmarks alike only minutes from your driveway!

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Banjul, Gambia
4.75 km (3.0 mi) from Kachikally Crocodile Pool
17 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire villa 4 Beds 8 Guests 4 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the fans and air conditioning really help to keep you cool in that hot gambian sun
Cleanliness:
it's clean and if you want it clean just call aram
Host:
alex who is the caretaker is really nice and easy to deal with and helpful
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4. A spacious house in a quiet environment (from USD 17)

Set within close proximity to public transportation, this spacious house promises a relaxing vacation, as you will be staying in a quiet environment with a large garden surrounding you. You can have a pleasant stroll around the garden in the morning for a fresh start. While sipping on your morning coffee, you can listen to the sound of the birds singing.

Providing one bedroom and one bathroom, the accommodation is ideal for two people. Other facilities you can also enjoy include wireless internet access, a cable TV, an equipped kitchen, and beach essentials.

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Serrekunda, Banjul, Gambia
7.1 km (4.5 mi) from Kachikally Crocodile Pool
12 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
the place is simple but very nice and clean
clean safe and in a great location
Host:
lovely garden and mary is a wonderful host
Location:
the neighbourhood is very friendly with nice tapalapa and cafe touba
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5. A comfortable room in a villa (from USD 27)

Welcome to this villa that offers a comfortable room, equipped with one bed and one private bathroom for two people. As a guest, you will have access to everywhere inside and outside the house. A fully equipped kitchen is available to help you cook up a delicious breakfast. You can also sit back and relax in the outdoor area to kill some time or enjoy a quality chat with the other guests. Furthermore, the villa is adjacent to restaurants, clubs, and the beach.

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Serrekunda, Banjul, Gambia
4.94 km (3.1 mi) from Kachikally Crocodile Pool
32 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Private room in villa 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
lovely fan to cool you on a hot day
fridge in room is a nice touch
incredibly spacious very comfortable bed
Cleanliness:
the house is incredibly clean with beautiful plants surrounding the home
modern space extremely safe private very clean
the photos don’t do the place justice fantastic space to relax in it’s huge and very clean and comfortable
Host:
pageran is a great host
awesome place and awesome host
one word : waouw pageran is definitely the best host we've ever met through airbnb
pa is a professionnal friendly and helpful host
a exceptional host with great local knowledge
Location:
it's truly an oasis and is in a great location
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6. A cozy room, close to everything (from USD 27)

Unwind at this cozy room that provides a comfortable bed that guarantees a good night’s sleep. Staying here means you will be within close proximity to everything, from restaurants and shops to nightclubs and the beach. Other than a cozy room, you will also enjoy a private bathroom. In addition, feel free to use the kitchen to prepare a delicious meal and make your morning coffee. Enjoy a glass of wine in the outside sitting area and gaze up at the clear skies at night.

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Serrekunda, Banjul, Gambia
4.76 km (3.0 mi) from Kachikally Crocodile Pool
47 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Private room in villa 1 Bed 2 Guests 0 Bedrooms 1 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
everything was sparkly clean and he couldn’t talking about the outside kitchen
pageran´s place is very clean and orderly
the house is also amazing big and very clean
the apartment is even more beautiful in real life super clean and very beautiful decoration
the house and room is very clean with plenty of space indoor or outdoor to relax
Host:
pa was an excellent host
pageran provided me with amazing hospitality and was very helpful throughout all my stay
pa himself is a great host
his smile is like a sun and he is the perfect host
pageran was an outstanding host and his house was super super neat
Location:
located walking distance from the beach in nice neighborhood
location is top thank you for everything
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7. A private room in a guest house with a swimming pool (from USD 13)

Feel the real Gambia by staying in this private room in a guest house that has all modern facilities and amenities possible. Sit back and relax on the spacious patio, while sipping your morning coffee. Feel free to use the kitchen to prepare a light meal. Take a relaxing dip in the swimming pool, sure to make you feel fresh right away.

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Serekunda, Gambia
8.49 km (5.3 mi) from Kachikally Crocodile Pool
68 reviews   Wifi Available
PRIVATE ROOM IN CONDO 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the room was well equipped with ceiling fan mosquito screen and comfortable bed
villa with different rooms cheaper ones with fan and shared (website hidden by airbnb) kitchen to cook
the room was comfortable with nice furniture and located on the top floor of the house
Cleanliness:
the guesthouse was clean and i was even offered a second room clean during my stay
Host:
his staff is really open minded friendly happy and helpful
the staff there are less like staff and more like a little family
really nice place you feel at home the staff is super nice
the staff is ver friendly and helpful but not pushy
staff were very kind and helpful very good people
Location:
good value for money central location
it is calm and close to the beach
turntable and the petrol station are good land marks
i loved the batik fabric in the rooms i liked the welcoming central living room
close to everything you could want clean and comfortable
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8. Well-spaced bungalow (from USD 29)

It’s time you begin your vacation in Gambia in style, with this selectively furnished bungalow that allows you to save more money than you ever thought possible! You and three other guests will be able to make this entire house your own for the complete duration of your stay; that means two bedrooms, two private baths, and the rest of a winning series of amenities are all yours for the taking! You’ll easily fall for the stocked kitchen, wireless Internet access, laundry essentials, living provisions, television, and free onsite parking that characterize this stay as entirely unforgettable. Additionally, this estate is close to many of the attractions you’re looking forward to discovering, including Monkey Park, the Abuko Nature Reserve, Crocodile Pool, and more!

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Serrekunda, Banjul, Gambia
5.22 km (3.3 mi) from Kachikally Crocodile Pool
61 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire bungalow 2 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the bungalow was very comfortable and well made up
that was the most beautiful place we stayed in our journey in africa (best shower as well )
Cleanliness:
maimuna's was clean tidy and pleasure to stay at
the place was clean comfortable and nicely furnished
very clean very spacious fully furnished very comfortable
maimuna's place was well organize and clean
it is a clean and cosy house in a quiet neighborhood with friendly people
Host:
maimuna was a fab host
maimuna is a very nice host
she was a great host very helpful all the time
maimuna is a great host
maimuna is a great host
Location:
great family location maimuna is a great hostess
this is in a good location in serrekunda close to everything
apart from that you have real gambia clubs near there and it's a safe neighbourhood
the house itself is a spacious two bedroom apartment located in a safe and quiet neighborhood
well spaced bungalow central location friendly and helpfull host
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9. Fajara Apartments

The center of the city is only minutes from this property, where a bustling nightlife, world-class series of restaurants, public transportation, and more are waiting. On the premises, you and one other privileged guest will enjoy two bedrooms and a private bathroom, as well as wireless Internet access, laundry essentials, and free parking. Senegambia is only a five-minute drive away as are many other attractions you won’t want to miss. Make readily accessible luxury the norm, at the Fajara Apartments, the short distance between yourself and a winning experience in Banjul.

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1.94 km (1.3 mi) from Kachikally Crocodile Pool
6 reviews  
Entire apartment 2 Beds 2 Guests

10. Room Mufasa

At Room Mufasa, your worries are few, and your travel needs are even fewer! This accommodation features wireless Internet access, as well as solar energy provisions and a private bathroom, the perfect place for up to two individuals to make this private room their own, for the complete duration of their stay. Private parking on the premises allows you to come and go as you please, and mosquito nets assist you against unwelcome visitors. Add to that the luxury of a stocked kitchen, laundry essentials, and air conditioning, plus the availability of visiting any and all of the tourist attractions that exist only minutes away, and you’re in for the memorable experience you expected of Banjul!

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447 meters (0.3 ft) from Kachikally Crocodile Pool
3 reviews  
Private room 1 Bed 2 Guests

11. Bungalow with vibrant atmosphere

Selectively furnished, this affordable bungalow offers all of the comforts of home. This means when you arrive onsite, you’ll have air conditioning, heating, a stocked kitchen, laundry essentials, television, free parking, and a laptop workspace, all waiting for your arrival. There’s a private entrance for your convenience, where up to four lucky individuals can make great use of four individual bedrooms, as well as more than two baths. A flexible cancellation policy means you can always change your plans on the go, and a nice distance from tourist areas means you can enjoy your stay in Banjul, uninterrupted by the hustle and bustle of local life!

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2.04 km (1.3 mi) from Kachikally Crocodile Pool
Entire guesthouse 4 Beds 4 Guests

12. Room Pumba

Affectionately entitled “Room Pumba” by its friendly host, this large room allows for up to two guests to relax, and to experience a unique flavor of indigenous Gambian hospitality. This location comes full of valuable travel provisions, among them complimentary Internet access, towels, mosquito nets, and both a private bedroom and bathroom. Local recreational venues, including hiking and biking trails, are located only minutes from your friendly front doors. A cleaning lady will minimize the time you need to spend in the apartment itself, and the temperature controlled environment can be set to whatever temperature satisfies you most!

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Bakau, Banjul, Gambia
415 meters (0.3 ft) from Kachikally Crocodile Pool
6 reviews  
Private room in serviced apartment 1 Bed 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

13. Room Nala

Welcome to Room Nala, the room that will give you an experience of a lifetime in Banjul. Located at one of the world-class rooms of the Simba lodge, this accommodation promises to deliver to you the promising combination of winning amenities, plus sheer proximity to many of the local landmarks you came to Gambia to see. Relax onsite, with wireless Internet access, free parking on the premises, a television, stocked kitchen, air conditioning, and the assistance of a cleaning lady. You can rent bikes for a small fee, or venture into town on foot or by way of a vehicle, to experience all of the shops, restaurants, and more.

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Bakau, Banjul, Gambia
505 meters (0.4 ft) from Kachikally Crocodile Pool
4 reviews  
Private room in serviced apartment 1 Bed 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

14. Bungalow at Cape Point

This winning estate allows you to treat yourself to the fabulous natural combination that is warm weather, and wonderful views of the immediate surrounding wildlife. Relax and make the place your own, together with two other guests, when you can spread out across two entire bedrooms. Onsite, you’ll find wireless Internet access, a stocked kitchen, and a laptop-friendly workspace, and there’s also a television for some extra entertainment whenever you need it. The center of Bakau is only a short distance away, as is the golf course at Fajara!

Stayed at this property?
Bakau, Banjul, Gambia
950 meters (0.6 ft) from Kachikally Crocodile Pool
Entire bungalow 2 Beds 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms
Top guest reviews
Host:
amanda's husband was welcoming and helpful
Location:
i booked amanda's place on behalf of two friends of mine
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Center stage for your next memories abroad

Choose from a wonderfully world-class selection of hospitable stays, perfect for the budget of any range of travelers with our help! Take advantage of the local tourist attractions, and get to know the warm Gambian peoples nearby. When it’s cultural immersion and a warm sunny day that headline your list of must-haves in your next winning vacation spot, rest assured that when you make Gambia the center stage for your newest Airbnb memories, you won’t find yourself disappointed.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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