Coconut Residence & Spa

Hotels
8.7 (75 reviews)
Senegambia Highway , Kololi , gm

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
BBQ facilities
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and comfortable rooms
Spacious accommodations
Pleasant gardens and location
Cons:
Issues with service consistency
Limited breakfast options
Construction affecting amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.7
Rooms were very clean and well maintained.
Service
8.7
Service was generally acceptable but some staff interactions were distant.
Location
8.7
Good location, though a busy street separates the hotel from the beach.
Room Quality
8.7
Rooms were spacious and comfortable but some issues with room access.
Amenities
8.7
Amenities were good, but some were under construction.
Value for Money
9.2
Good value considering the quality of rooms and service.
Food and Beverage
8.2
Breakfast options were limited but eventually improved after feedback.
Overall Experience
8.7
Overall a good experience with potential for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 11:44

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Indulge in air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities and private balconies for a comfortable stay.

Relaxing Spa and Pool Area
Unwind by the outdoor swimming pool or treat yourself to a pampering spa session for the ultimate relaxation experience.

Delicious Dining Options
Savor a variety of dishes at the on-site restaurant and enjoy a refreshing drink at the bar.

Book your stay at Coconut Residence & Spa for a memorable experience in Kololi!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 75 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.7
Service: 8.7
Location: 8.7
Room Quality: 8.7
Amenities: 8.7
Value for Money: 9.2
Food and Beverage: 8.2
Overall Experience: 8.7
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Sajaad solo_traveller gb
10
2026-04-22 via Nuitee
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Marijama Elisabet solo_traveller se
10
Pros:

Älskade verkligen platsen. Det var superlugnt och skönt kanske också för att det inte var högsäsong när vi var där. Städningen var super med rena handukar på rummet samt vatten i kylskåpet varje dag de kom även fram vid poolen och gav badhandukar som man kunde använda. Personalen var supertrevliga man kände sig otroligt välkommen. Hade en födelsedagsfest och åt vid bufen och eftersom vi var många gav managern oss ett superpris som vi var tacksamma över.

Cons:

Det fanns inte mycket som vi inte tyckte om men mer fin justeringar som behövs. Det först var att i vårat rum som var i huvudbyggnaden rum nr 2 så fanns det inte en hel spegel som man kunde spegla dig i utan det fans en liten spegel i badrummet. Kylskåpet kunde ha stått på ett litet bord istället för på golvet. Ett uttag mellan sängarna var lös så vågade inte ladda där men det fanns andra ställen i rummet att ladda vid. Alla pooler var inte igång eller den som var närmast oss var inte ren så man kunde inte bada i den. Vi hade rummet längst ner och där kunde det stå bilar som förstörde lite av den fantastiska utsikten. De hade en bra parkeringsplats utanför hotellet där bilarna kunde stå istället för utanför rummet men överlag så var vi helnöjda med vår vistelse.

2026-04-21 via Nuitee
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Climbie solo_traveller fr
10
Nice
Pros:

Comme d’habitude, ça s’est bien passé, je recommande le personnel est aux petits soins. L’équipe est très professionnel et c’est ça que je retiens dans mon Sejour.

2026-04-20 via Nuitee
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Theodoros extended_group gr
9
An amazing hotel!
Pros:

It was a spacious and comfortable accommodation, in the safest and most developed region of the city. The staff was so kind and polite, smiling and helpful. The breakfast was so delicious. Lastly, great beds and matresses!!!!!! Close to the beach and the main toutist zone.

2026-04-17 via Nuitee
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Hayley couple gb
10
Overall excellent experience. Breakfast included in the price which was adequate with hot/ cold drinks- pasties, fru
Pros:

Great staff, perfect location (opposite monkey park), clean room everyday, relaxed environment and felt safe with security, always a sun bed(use of blue towel), plenty of tables for breakfast inside and out. The rooms are very big with great aircon, hairdryer, kettle, smart TV, car park, hot water always available, free bottle of water everyday and clean towels and bedding. Use of safe and extra hangers (walk in wardrobe), mini fridge, separate living room, large mirror, huge shower, good Wi-Fi, lock on door inside,

Cons:

Having to leave at the end of the holiday 😀

2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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Wilfried solo_traveller sn
7
This hotel is great and have a great potential if renovated
Pros:

The rooms are very spacious

Cons:

Bathroom

2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Doreen extended_group gb
7
Pros:

It was big and well laid out the staff were very friendly the breakfast was good

Cons:

The pool for our rooms wasn’t working and the Spa was out off action

2026-03-30 via Nuitee
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Alh ML family_with_children gr
10
Pros:

It was fantastic and lovely to stay

Cons:

The food everything

2026-03-29 via Nuitee
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Wilfried family_with_children be
9
Pros:

Grote kamer met privé zwembad, personeel heel vriendelijk en behulpzaam, lekker ontbijt dat ´aangepast´ wordt naar vraag, het mooie domein op loopafstand van de ´Strip´ ( restaurants & winkels) en dicht bij stranden.

Cons:

Niets negatiefs.

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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Fabrizio Funtò extended_group it
10
2026-03-19 via Nuitee
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Muhammed couple gb
2
2026-03-19 via Nuitee
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Vernon couple gb
10
Relaxation in a beautiful place.
Pros:

Peaceful Stay - We booked a week with the intention of moving for the second but decided to stay for another. Location on the edge of the strip suited us, the problems of power outs is a Gambia problem and only a couple for a short time, good coverage for WiFi but the attentive and friendly staff - too many to mention and the management team especially make the Coconut R a really great place to unwind and relax.

2026-02-25 via Nuitee
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Laura family_with_children gb
8
Nearly wonderful
Pros:

This hotel has wonderful rooms and grounds which are all well kept with a feeling of grandeur. We had a huge room with a balcony and a private pool virtually to ourselves. There are a couple of pools to give a feeling of privacy, especially when the hotel is less busy, as it was on our visit. The breakfast is good and generally the staff were attentive.

Cons:

The hotel is a walk from the busy 'tourist strip' and so it would have been helpful to have a good bar to spend an evening to save tge walk or to retreat for a nightcap before bed. However, the bar staff, of which there were many, were not particularly attentive and at one point when a rucus seemed to occur within the staff, the Manager who had greeted us on arrival and was now sitting having drinks with customers, seemed to tell them off quite publically across us. One of the two evenings we decided to spend at the hotel was valentines night only to find this was packed out with guests from outside the hotel and all the tables were therefore pushed together so we were sharing with another couple who were hotel guests from Germany and unfortunately only one of them spoke english so it was a little uncomfortable at times. It was thoroughly unromantic and the most expensive night we had in Gambia. Just felt this could be a wonderful hotel, but the bar let's it down as it seems to be geared to making money from outside events rather than focusing on being a great bar in itself.

2026-02-25 via Nuitee
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Catherine family_with_children gm
9
Pros:

Nice and peaceful location only few minutes walk from main busy area.
Very good location and a few yards away from closest beach.

Cons:

Breakfast very basic. That suited me but might not other guests.

2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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Sandra couple pt
5
2026-01-30 via Nuitee
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Marcin family_with_children pl
7
2026-01-29 via Nuitee
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Marie-Dominique solo_traveller gb
6
Not great
Pros:

Big room, lovely big bed, nice layout
Lovely bathroom, hot water, good water pressure
Nice terrace with sofa near the door

Cons:

No response when I emailed before arrival.
Reception could have been more welcoming
Bedside lamp not plugged
Wifi was not working in the room and not great near reception (worst connection in all of the different cheaper hotels I had been in the Gambia)
TV was not working but staff helped
Light switches far from bed
Plug sockets not conveniently located for phone
No natural light in room
Dining room staff not friendly. It was confusing to understand where to eat: dining room or expensive buffet outside; had to chase to get served.
Average food for dinner (although it was late dinner)
A shuttle to Senegambia/beach would be a nice touch
I expected more for the price I had paid and the existing reviews, I had better experience in cheaper accommodations

2026-01-23 via Nuitee
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labuschagne solo_traveller gb
10
An oasis in serrakunda
Pros:

The coconut residence felt like home from home even though its a hotel. The staff service was amazing, they were truly lovely and so friendly and helpful. In fact they always went the extra mile. My room was so spacious and i loved my verandah. My room felt like my temporary home. Cosy and comfy. The food was delicious and the breakfast set me up for my day. It has an old world charm and the gardens are so beautiful. I loved my stay and its my choice every time i visit. Debs L xxx

Cons:

The choice on the evening menu could have been more consistent.

2026-01-21 via Nuitee
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Abdulaziz couple sa
8
2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Karsten solo_traveller de
9
Friendly and attentive staff, high-class accomodation, great food - will return!
Pros:

Awesome and friendly staff, very good food quality. High-Class stay in a very good and recommendable location. I enjoyed it a lot, the staff was welcoming, answered my questions and overall made the stay a pleasure. Very good food, as already mentioned, with the Chef being flexible and customer-focused. Very attentive GM as well. Thanks for that!

Cons:

Room was not as large as advertised, but plenty large and comfy. Highway is sometimes a bit audible, but to be honest: I slept very well! Powercuts annoy, but the hotel has their own generators, so this was not an issue at all. Not every card works, but this is more like an Africa-problem, as I have experienced it often on the continent. But from that perspective, travelling with cash would be advisable - which I did, so again: No issues.

So, basically nothing is to dislike. :)

2026-01-20 via Nuitee