Laico Atlantic Hotel Banjul

The Laico Atlantic — formerly simply the Atlantic Hotel — has been the smartest address in central Banjul since the 1980s, and remains the capital's only true beachfront hotel. Its position on Marina Parade puts Arch 22, the National Museum and Albert Market within walking distance, while a generous garden and a private beach give it the feel of a coastal resort despite the city-centre setting. As a four-star it covers business and leisure equally: a pool, two restaurants and a bar, conference rooms and a business centre, air conditioning, parking and reliable WiFi. That mix makes it the default for visiting officials and business travellers as well as tourists who want a base in Banjul itself rather than out on the strip. For exploring the capital's history and markets on foot, with a beach and pool to return to, nothing else in Banjul comes close.