Ocean Bay Hotel & Resort
Third band: properties that pass the EMPTYJET luxury gate but with fewer or narrower references. Still a deliberate selection, not a directory.
2,153 guest reviews analysed
Banjul, The Gambia
EMPTYJET Consensus
82.3 / 100
Our own composite of guest reviews across Google, Tripadvisor, Booking, Agoda and every major platform — the praise and the complaints.
Analysed from 2,153 guest reviews across Tripadvisor, Google, Booking.com and Trip.com.
Most noted: rooms.
Best for
- beach
- couples
- families
- city breaks
About Ocean Bay Hotel & Resort
Ocean Bay Hotel & Resort sits in Banjul, The Gambia, offering direct access to a private beach and a swimming pool. Dining includes The Buddha Restaurant for Asian cuisine and Hacienda Restaurant for international dishes. The Buddha Restaurant & Lounge operates as a bar and lounge. Services include 24-hour room service and airport transfer. The nearest airport is BJL (Banjul International Airport), 16 km away, useful for planning arrivals and departures.
Why it stands out
EMPTYJET for its private beach, multiple on-site restaurants and practical services. The listing highlights the property’s beachfront location, dining variety — including The Buddha Restaurant and Hacienda Restaurant — and airport transfer service for convenience.
Key facts
- Type
- Beach
Amenities
Verified 20 Aug 2026Activities
- Private beach — Private Beach Access
- Beach access — evidence: Private Beach Access
- Swimming pool — evidence: Dive into relaxation at our sparkling swimming pool!
Dining
- Multiple restaurants — The Buddha Restaurant; Hacienda Restaurant
- Bar — Experience the vibrant allure of Buddha Restaurant & Lounge, where ultra-modern design meets exquisite Asian cuisine.
- 24-hour room service — evidence: Experience the convenience of our 24/7 Room Service!
Services
- Airport transfer — evidence: Travel stress-free with our airport transfer service!
Dining
Verified 20 Aug 2026Beach
Verified 20 Aug 2026Services
Verified 20 Aug 2026Location
13.4853, -16.6666 · approximatePosition is approximate (area); exact coordinates are pending verification.
Nearest airports
Straight-line distance from the hotel; transfer times are rough estimates.
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Fly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BJLprimary | Banjul International AirportBanjul (Yundum) · Large | 16 km | ≈ 31 min | Fly here |
| ZIG | Ziguinchor AirportZiguinchor · Medium | 111 km | ≈ 155 min | Fly here |
| CSK | Cap Skirring AirportCap Skirring · Medium | 122 km | ≈ 168 min | Fly here |
Sources+
- Official hotel websiteOfficial3 fields
- WikidataEncyclopedia5 fields