“The hotel's beachfront location made my stay good and relaxing.”view full review
Laico Atlantic Hotel is a 4-star Banjul hotel situated within extensive gardens along the River of The Gambia. It features a private beach area, outdoor pool, and free Wi-Fi throughout the property. Guests can also access an on-site nightclub and various other facilities.
Rooms & Amenities
The Laico Atlantic Hotel offers 204 fully furnished rooms with a total capacity of 376 beds, including 21 interconnected rooms. All accommodations include air conditioning, satellite TV, and a terrace. A continental breakfast is available daily.
Dining Options
Dining options include an on-site restaurant serving local and international dishes and a bar offering a variety of drinks. Guests can enjoy meals in the restaurant or relax at the pool bar.
Leisure & Activities
The hotel features leisure amenities such as an outdoor swimming pool and a hot tub. Additional recreation options include tennis and access to a fitness center. Visitors can also explore nearby attractions such as Arch 22 and Kunta Kinteh Island.
Services & Transportation
Services available include a 24-hour front desk, room service, and currency exchange. The property also provides free parking and a paid airport shuttle service, with Banjul International Airport located 30 km away.
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City Centre
Banjul2700 ft
Airports
Banjul International (BJL)
16.1
mi
Facilities
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Perfect Relaxation Spot
“After a long day traveling, I found the small swimming pool to be a good feature. It provided a refreshing way to unwind and soak in some sun, making my stay truly enjoyable.” view full review
Evening Entertainment
“Although the buffet dinner was not the best, I appreciated the local show organized for the guests. It added a lively atmosphere and made the evening nice.” view full review
Engaging Local Show
“The local show put on for the guests was a highlight of my stay. It gave me a glimpse into the local culture and was an exciting way to end the day.” view full review
Comfortable Night Stay
“I spent just one night at the hotel, but it was a pleasant experience. The room was cozy, perfect for a good night's sleep after my long journey.” view full review
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 5 reviews
6.5
6.5/10 based on 77 reviews
George
United Kingdom,
March
2025
5.8/10
I had a pleasant stay at Laico Atlantic Hotel after a long journey from Kaolack. The serene atmosphere and local show were enjoyable, though the buffet dinner could use improvement. The hotel is conveniently located on the beach, but a bit distant from the main area of Banjul.
Rooms
7.0
The room was quite clean and comfortable, but I did experience some noise from the door to the neighboring room.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent. the staff were always helpful and went beyond their duty to ensure I had a great experience.
Location
6.0
While the hotel is right on the beach, it felt quite remote from the main city. I enjoyed exploring Banjul, but it might be too far for some.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was a bit disappointing. the buffet dinner didn't meet my expectations, although I appreciated the variety.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel has a nice swimming pool and beach access, providing a great place to relax.
Joseph
United Kingdom,
March
2025
5.8/10
I had a pleasant overnight stay at Laico Atlantic Hotel after a long journey. The location is perfect for exploring Banjul, although the buffet dinner wasn't quite up to par. However, the local show made my night enjoyable, and I appreciated how close the hotel was to the beach.
Rooms
7.0
My room was okay, but I noticed it was a bit noisy due to the door to the adjacent room. Overall, it was comfortable and quiet enough for a good night's sleep.
Service
8.0
The service was really great. The staff was always helpful and pleasant, which made a positive difference during my stay.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location is fantastic for walking around Banjul. I enjoyed chatting with locals and visiting places like the Albert Market, which served me well since I had business in the area.
Dining
6.0
Dining wasn't what I expected as the buffet dinner lacked variety and could definitely be better. Light bites were okay, but overall, it could have been more sumptuous.
Facilities
7.0
Facilities were basic, but the hotel had a nice swimming pool and, of course, the stunning beach right at its doorstep.
Camila
United Kingdom,
March
2025
6.2/10
I had a pleasant night at Laico Atlantic Hotel after a long journey, but the buffet dinner was a letdown. The local show organized for guests did add a nice touch. Plus, the hotel offered a lovely pool right by the beach, making it a nice spot to unwind.
Rooms
8.0
The room I stayed in had a balcony, which I really appreciated. It was quite clean, comfortable, and quiet. A perfect retreat after my travels.
Service
8.0
The service was fantastic. The staff bent over backwards to make sure my needs were met, always helpful and attentive. Truly commendable.
Location
8.0
The location was convenient for exploring Banjul. I enjoyed wandering around the town and chatting with locals. It was great to have everything within walking distance.
Dining
6.0
Unfortunately, the dining experience was not what I expected. The buffet lacked variety, which was quite disappointing. I was hoping for more sumptuous options.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had decent facilities, though there wasn't much to do nearby outside of the pool and beach. Some more entertainment options would have added to the experience.
Steven
United Kingdom,
December
2024
6.2/10
My stay at Laico Atlantic Hotel was quite pleasant overall, especially after a long day of travel. While the buffet dinner left a bit to be desired, the local show organized for guests made up for it. The hotel is nicely situated near the beach, although I found the rooms somewhat dilapidated.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were fairly clean and comfortable, but they were quite noisy due to the door to the next room. Overall, they felt a bit outdated.
Service
9.0
The service was really great and the staff went beyond their duty to ensure my needs were met. They were friendly and always helpful.
Location
6.0
The location was somewhat remote, which was a challenge for wandering around Banjul. Although it's good for a quiet stay, I wished it was closer to downtown attractions.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was ok, but it wasn't what I expected. The buffet could be a bit better, although I did enjoy the delicious pasta.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had a nice swimming pool, and being right on the beach was definitely a plus for relaxation.
Victoria
United Kingdom,
October
2024
5.6/10
I had a pleasant one-night stay at Laico Atlantic Hotel after a long travel day from Kaolack to Banjul. The hotel's location right on the beach adds a relaxing touch, but I found the buffet dinner a bit disappointing. What made the night enjoyable was a lively local show organized for us, which was a nice surprise.
Rooms
6.0
My room was clean, but it felt fairly dilapidated and quite noisy due to the adjoining door to the next room.
Service
8.0
The staff were friendly and helpful, going beyond their duty to ensure I had a good experience.
Location
6.0
While I enjoyed wandering around Banjul town and chatting with locals, the hotel's remote location felt a bit disconnected from the main city.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience could be better; the buffet dinner was not impressive and felt more like a disaster than a treat.
Facilities
7.0
There are limited facilities at the hotel, but the small swimming pool was nice and the beach access was a definite plus.
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