About this property
Beachfront and Garden: Mama Folonko Lodge with private Beach Paradise in Kartong offers a private beach area, beachfront, and a lush garden. Guests can relax on the terrace or balcony with sea views. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms with bidets, showers, and free toiletries. Each room includes a dining area, wardrobe, and garden views. Family rooms and ground-floor units are available. Dining and Leisure: The modern, family-friendly restaurant serves African, pizza, local, and international cuisines. Halal, vegetarian, and gluten-free options are available. Additional facilities include an outdoor fireplace, indoor play area, and picnic area. Location and Activities: Located 33 km from Banjul International Airport, the lodge is steps from Sandele Beach. Nearby attractions include Abuko Nature Reserve (40 km) and Bijolo Forest Reserve (47 km). Cycling activities are available. Highly rated by guests.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Beachfront
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- Room service
- Family rooms
- Bar
- Private beach area
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Mary
United Kingdom“The property was lovely 5 star it wasn’t but the service was 5 star exceeded my expectations lovely home cooked food nothing is too much trouble for the staff. Will definitely be recommending and returning heaven on a budget. Couldn’t ask for more” - Stephanie United Kingdom“What a location! Absolutely stunning, possibly the best bit of the smiling coast you could stay at! Breakfast was great. The staff were amazingly helpful and kind, Jerreh couldn’t do more to be helpful. Wonderful. As they say in India “cheapest...”
- Magdalena United Kingdom“The Lodge is ok. Next to the beach, which is virtually empty. The rooms, like most of them in Gambia, are so-so. The WiFi is no existing, so you need your own phone. The only thing that exceeded our expectations was food. Absolutely delicious”
Gunter
Germany“Beginning with the pick-up service at the airport upon our arrival until facilitation of our departure towards Senegal everything was perfectly organized by the host Jerreh. Late check-out was no problem at all. Breakfast and dinner at the...”- Michele United Kingdom“The breakfast was DELISH! Quators omelettes the BEST DINNER TOO EXCELLENT POSITION, can’t be beaten! Thanks Jerreh for being a perfect host it says after you’ve given all the good stuff it says what didn’t you like and he put any point in...”
- Maja Germany“The location of Mama Folonko is just perfect, from the restaurant you can watch the sunset. All the people working there were very friendly and helpful. The place is calm and peaceful, no noise at all!”
- Eva
Sweden“Nära en fantastisk strand. Trevlig personal och jättegod mat.”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineAfrican • Pizza • Local • International
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please inform Mama Folonko Lodge with private Beach Paradise in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
