オーシャン ベイ ホテル & リゾート(Ocean Bay Hotel & Resort)

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I love the Gambia and have visited several times. The places to visit to experience the local culture are great. The Ocean Bay could be fantastic. The rooms were very clean and spacious. The gardens are well kept and pretty. The hotel caters more for all inclusive and I am very glad we were only bed and breakfast as the food was poor and the bar had run out of coke, juices and many other items. Staff were a bit of a mix. Some were lovely, super friendly and helpful as is the norm in the Gambia but it is the first time I have experienced some staff who were unhelpful and had a couldn't be bothered attitude. In particular the female staff at the bar and some breakfast staff. I had a lovely holiday despite some of the issues but it could have been brilliant. I will definitely return to the Gambia but not sure I will return to this hotel.

If you are travelling to Gambia for the first time, Ocean Bay Hotel is definitely the place to stay. I had an amazing experience and met incredible, caring individuals that have become friends for life!!!! the entertainment crew, big up to Marie, Ida, Yassin, Magai & Dj!!! Exceptional individuals that love what they do which is to make everyone feel welcome and at home with nuff laughs and jokes. My best holiday to date!!! I’m gonna miss you all! Love you Ocean Bay family! 💙❤️💚🤍

Such a beautiful hotel. The staff are incredible and pull out all the stops. It is a solid 4 star hotel. The beach is beautiful. The town has a couple of nice bars - calypso and ziki Indian. As described by other recent reviews the guides are amazing , we used Famara. He was brilliant. It’s not worth walking around the town without him. We really got to see what the local area was like and whilst you have a guide no one hassles you at all. He really was brilliant. I organised to go on a walking tour of the local area with him. He said it was for free but we paid a tip instead - about £7 for 2 incredible hours. He also took us to the supermarket and fish market. The entertainment staff worked hard. We went B and B and brekkie was amazing. Overall a lovely hotel and beautiful country and great atmosphere!

First time in the Gambia and had a week at Ocean Bay. Very friendly and the A team entertainment team were very entertaining and enthusiastic. We were B&B and ate out each night. Calypso next door is a must as well as the fruit ladies. We also ate out in the Senegambia *****, at Gusto and El Sol. Great food and great value. We also did a day trip to Fathala with Lamin Jassey one of the official tourist guides outside the hotel. I was very wary of being approached and sceptical, but my fears were unfounded. He became our guide when we left the hotel and just wanted to be our friend.. and yes I have been told that many times before, but all good this time. The trip to Fathala was eventful but a fantastic day and we had a private and personal tour rather than being part of a group. On our nights to the Senegambia *****, Lamin organised a taxi which waited there for us for 2 hours, but would wait longer. Cost of the taxi around £12.

Friendliest staff in Gambia Having been to the Oceanbay for the past fifteen years or so I have said everything i can about it ( all good) So this review is about the entertainment. Ambrose who is in charge of entertainment does a superb job with his dance group The A Team. Every week the do a least five or six different routines which put diversity to shame there that good They also do daytime entertainment such as water aerobics. I can't praise Ambrose and his team high enough.

I have been to Gambia a number of times. Mainly to Senegambia but decided on a change of location. Bakau is much quieter but I would say the hotel was superior to where I have stayed in the past. Right on the beach with plenty of sunloungers and no having to reserve one at 7 a.m. which I have had to do in the past. I didn't spend any time at the pool so cannot comment on daytime activity as I prefer walking and doing my own thing. Beach gave me ample opportunity for walking and I did explore Bakau itself. Only 15 minute stroll to the Crocodile Pool which is worth a visit. My room was clean and quiet with plenty of hot water and a comfy bed. Perfect. The hotel grounds are well kept and staff are really friendly. I was all inclusive, mainly as a single female traveller it is not easy to go out to restaurants. Not that I feel unsafe but you do get a lot of hassle, which can get annoying. So went for the easy option. Food was adequate but not being a foody, I am happy with fish, salad and fruit. However, there was a good variety of other dishes to choose from. If you are looking for a relaxed holiday with winter sun then I would recommend this hotel.

My Husband and I stayed at the Ocean Bay over New Year and a fabulous time! As mentioned in the other reviews it is the staff that makes this place. They definitely go above and beyond expectations, we were treated like a king and queen! W were given a suite as the sea view room we had booked was not available, it was very spacious, clean and well presented, the mattress was very comfotable which is a real plus for me as I have back issues. As previously mentioned someone came to spray every night to prevent mosquitoes, I also put a plug in in the bedroom and we didnt have 1 mosquito in the suite the whole time. The gardens are beautiful and well tended and the pool and beach areas are clean and well kept. Breakfast buffet offers a good selection and there is a charming lady chef , Maryama, who whips up delicious ommelettes and pancakes, my husband is vegan and she also made him a lovely hot vegan breakfast, special shout to chef Maryama! We were not all inclusive but had dinner on 3 or 4 nights and it was well prepared and flavourful, my husband said the chef made him a special aubergine dish that was outstanding.On New Years eve there was a gala buffet and the food was amazing and a very high standard, there was a band and a singer that played some excellent numbers, particularly the reggae. Ambrose, entertainment manager was the MC and he carried it off very professionally. He and his colleague Max really make an effort to connect with the guests and encourage them to engage with the entertainment on offer, the aqua aerobics is really good and a lot of fun! Big shout to Ambrose and Max! must also mention the beach bar crew, Jocking and Maryama who give a really personal service with a smile and the chap oho organises the sun beds and towels is a real sweetheart. on reception Abdoulaie and his team provide a seamless service and are incredibly responsive whenever you make a request, I asked for an ironing board and it was there in minutes, abdoulie also organiseda late check out as the return flight was quite late. We only stayed a week(had to get back to work) but I seriosly could have stayed a month! This hotel exudes service with a smile, yes it may be a bit dated in places but this is Africa and they have just come through 2 years of Covid....I cant recommend highly enough.

We had an amazing time with all the staff. They were all Friendly and professional we were sad to leave. Hotel was clean at all times especially when it was my husband birthday they made a presentation for his birthday. Entertainment was excellent the team went on and beyond our expectations especially the Dancers, Yassin, Marie, Alimamy, and DJ Magi.