Title: Bakotu Hotel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Bakotu Hotel Travelers find a peaceful tropical escape at this riverside hotel where they can lounge by the pool or savor authentic local dishes at three distinct restaurants. ## Photo gallery for Bakotu Hotel ![Beach nearby - Bakotu Hotel (Serrekunda)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35010000/35009000/35008927/acb55c9a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Bakotu Hotel (Serrekunda)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35010000/35009000/35008927/w646h768x0y0-c1d3dc82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Bakotu Hotel (Serrekunda)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35010000/35009000/35008927/w986h836x0y2-6af28d4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers - Bakotu Hotel (Serrekunda)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35010000/35009000/35008927/02dddaa5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Bakotu Hotel (Serrekunda)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35010000/35009000/35008927/13a952bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Bakotu Hotel, next to Bijilo Forest Park, offers a quiet retreat with a poolside bar, terrace, and garden. Guests can book spa services and enjoy local cuisine at three restaurants. The hotel provides free in-room WiFi and has a helpful multilingual staff. ## Reviews 7.4 Good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Bar ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 26 - Dec. 27](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&selected=35008927&PinnedHotelID=35008927&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&selected=35008927&PinnedHotelID=35008927&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 27 - Dec. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=35008927&PinnedHotelID=35008927&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=35008927&PinnedHotelID=35008927&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 26 - Dec. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=35008927&PinnedHotelID=35008927&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=35008927&PinnedHotelID=35008927&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 2 - Jan. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=35008927&PinnedHotelID=35008927&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=35008927&PinnedHotelID=35008927&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### View all photos for Double Room, Multiple Beds, Terrace, Garden View ![Double Room, Multiple Beds, Terrace, Garden View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35010000/35009000/35008927/00adcfbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Multiple Beds, Terrace, Garden View ### Highlights Balcony or patio Individually decorated Blackout drapes/curtains Separate bedroom Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Twin Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed ### View all photos for Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds ![Twin Room, 2 Single Beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35010000/35009000/35008927/ca8ef404.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds ### Highlights Balcony or patio Individually decorated Separate bedroom Blackout drapes/curtains Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Treat yourself to spa services, such as a manicure/pedicure, a body treatment, or a facial. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and local and international cuisine. In addition to a garden and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks like: - An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and a front-desk safe - Multilingual staff and tour/ticket assistance Room features All 80 individually decorated rooms have amenities such as free WiFi. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers and soap - Balconies or patios and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![On the beach, beach bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10400000/10399400/10399339/6afd4cad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bungalow Beach Hotel Serrekunda - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 7.8 Good 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-10&selected=10399339&PinnedHotelID=10399339&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3850000/3849900/3849817/661be5fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunset Beach Hotel Serrekunda - On private beach - Pool - All-inclusive - Kids pool 8.0 Very good 132 reviews CA $189 CA $217 total includes taxes & fees Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-03&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=3849817&PinnedHotelID=3849817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Private beach, free beach cabanas, sun loungers, beach umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18150000/18142000/18141920/72148429.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Balafon Beach Resort Serrekunda - 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Free self parking on site - Limited onsite self parking ### Food and drink - Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM - 3 restaurants - A bar/lounge - A poolside bar ### Things to do - Library - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Garden - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Terrace ### Spa - Facials - Manicures/pedicures - Massage ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Limited room service ### More - Individual decor ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Late check-out subject to availability ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: USD 25 per vehicle (one-way) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Hotel Bakotu Hotel KOTU Bakotu Hotel Serrekunda Bakotu Serrekunda Bakotu Hotel Bakotu Hotel Serrekunda Serrekunda Bakotu Hotel Hotel Hotel Bakotu Hotel Bakotu Hotel Hotel Bakotu Hotel Serrekunda KOTU Bakotu Hotel Hotel Hotel Bakotu Hotel Bakotu Hotel Hotel Serrekunda ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Bakotu Hotel have a pool? ### Is Bakotu Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Bakotu Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Bakotu Hotel? ### Does Bakotu Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Bakotu Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Bakotu Hotel Reviews 7.4 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 5.0 Amenities ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 6.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Jan 24, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service The location is excellent with easy access to the creek and golf course and as a birdwatcher this was ideal. . The room and shower was fine and very clean . Breakfast is good with choice . A bit on the pricey side for the facilities and I would expect a safe in the room for the price plus WI FI is only available at the reception area . Found the cleaner and front desk staff helpful Eat and drink outside ##### Verified traveller Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2020 ### 4/10 Poor #### Martin, UK Feb 29, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities The location is excellent and the gardens well laid out ##### Martin Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Feb 3, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities A wonderful hotel, nice and quiet, pool is small but ideal for cooling down. Rooms are basic but spotless, staff are really friendly, an ideal place to stay, a minute walk across the road to the beach. Would definately recommend and would go back again. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Ranch at Death Valley – Inside the Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Death-Valley-Hotels-The-Ranch-At-Death-Valley-Inside-The-Park.h893189.Hotel-Information) > > [Conrad Manila](https://www.expedia.ca/Manila-Hotels-Conrad-Manila.h11980032.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near The Hospital for Sick Children](https://www.expedia.ca/The-Hospital-For-Sick-Children-Hotels.0-l6142314-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Stonewall Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Weston-Hotels-Stonewall-Resort.h892977.Hotel-Information) > > [Embassy Suites by Hilton Scottsdale Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Phoenix-Hotels-Embassy-Suites-By-Hilton-Scottsdale-Resort.h98.Hotel-Information) > > [Pedras do Mar Resort & SPA](https://www.expedia.ca/Ponta-Delgada-Hotels-Pedras-Do-Mar-Resort-SPA.h13249997.Hotel-Information) > > [Spirit Ridge, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt](https://www.expedia.ca/Osoyoos-Hotels-Spirit-Ridge.h1216219.Hotel-Information) > > [Residence Perseus Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Stockholm-Hotels-Residence-Perseus-Apartments.h12034103.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in St. George](https://www.expedia.ca/St-George-Hotels.d3142.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [The Monarch Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Calasiao-Hotels-The-Monarch-Hotel.h32694079.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Kanata](https://www.expedia.ca/Kanata-Ottawa-Hotels.0-n6057858-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Cabo San Lucas](https://www.expedia.ca/Cabo-San-Lucas-Hotels.d180032.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Orlando (MCO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/mco/toronto-to-orlando) > > [Flights from Reno (RNO) to Calgary (YYC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/rno/yyc/reno-to-calgary) > > [Flights from Lusaka (LUN) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/lun/yyz/lusaka-to-toronto) > > [flights from plattsburgh intl airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/pbg/flights-from-plattsburgh-intl-airport) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to London (YXU)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yxu/toronto-to-london) > > [Flights from St. John's (YYT) to Bora Bora (BOB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyt/bob/st-johns-to-bora-bora) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Houston (IAH)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/iah/toronto-to-houston) > > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to St. Petersburg - Clearwater (CLW)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/clw/winnipeg-to-clearwater) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Kolind (AAR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/aar/toronto-to-aarhus) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to San Francisco (SFO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/sfo/calgary-to-san-francisco) ### Cars > [Dollar Rent A Car Car Rentals In Vancouver](https://www.expedia.ca/Dollar-Rent-A-Car-Car-Rentals-In-Vancouver.d178315-c43.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) ### Activities > [Things to do in Rio Hato](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Rio-Hato.d6246042.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Dominican Republic](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/50/Dominican-Republic)