RestaurantDarboe's RestaurantExample photo of the cuisine — not photographed at this venueElsa silva / Pexels
BookNoFees
Holiday homes in Bijilo.
A quieter Atlantic-coast pocket beside Kololi and the coastal Bijilo Forest Park, close to beaches, nature and the Senegambia strip.
The difference
A host wants NZ$1,971. Here’s what it costs.
Guest paysHost keeps
AirbnbNZ$2,332NZ$1,971
BookNoFeesNZ$2,107NZ$1,971
Hosts pay no booking commission and receive their host amount in full. A guest cost contribution of 6.9% of the host amount is already included in the displayed total. It contributes to payment processing, refund handling and payment loss costs.
Take a simple example: an owner who wants to earn NZ$1,971 for a week.
| What each platform takes | Airbnb | Booking.com | BookNoFees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Host booking commission | 15.5% | 15%–25% | 0% |
| Payment processing & protection | included | contract-specific | 6.9% |
| Owner keepson a NZ$1,971 listing | NZ$1,666 | NZ$1,478–NZ$1,676 | NZ$1,971 |
| Guest paysfor NZ$1,971 to reach the owner | NZ$2,332 | NZ$2,318–NZ$2,628 | NZ$2,107 |
Over 18 weeks let, that is more than NZ$3,942 a year in this example — money that stays with the guest or reaches the owner.
Rates checked in September 2026. Under its single-fee structure, Airbnb charges most hosts 15.5%; Airbnb says other hosts typically pay between 14% and 16%. Exceptions depend on country and account type. Booking.com sets the commission rate in each accommodation agreement, and visibility programmes may increase it. This worked example uses a possible range of 15% to 25%. If Booking.com facilitates payment, the applicable payment terms and transaction cost are contract-specific. Our 6.9% cost contribution is included in the displayed total and contributes towards Stripe payment fees and refunds. Nothing is added at checkout and nothing is deducted from the owner. Fee models can change, so please check each platform’s current terms. Sources: Airbnb Help Center and Booking.com General Delivery Terms.
Stay here
Available homes in Bijilo
Just getting started
Join the first hosts in Bijilo
Bijilo is just getting started on BookNoFees. List your place now and reach guests before anyone else — free to list, 0% commission, and you keep 100% of your price.
List here for freeWe’re also looking for first hosts in Spain · Italy · Greece.
Food and drink nearby
Restaurants and cafés in Bijilo
RestaurantDarboe's Restaurant
CaféLa Parisienne BrusubiExample photo of the cuisine — not photographed at this venueAugustinus Martinus Noppé / Pexels
RestaurantThe Fajara Garden RestaurantExample photo of the cuisine — not photographed at this venueMarcelo Oliveira Santana / Pexels
RestaurantSoun Cafe and RestaurantExample photo of the cuisine — not photographed at this venueFarhad Ibrahimzade / Pexels
CaféAlliance CaféExample photo of the cuisine — not photographed at this venueFarhad Ibrahimzade / Pexels
RestaurantDarboes RestaurantExample photo of the cuisine — not photographed at this venueПавел Хлыстунов / Pexels
About Bijilo
Staying in Bijilo
Bijilo sits on The Gambia's West Coast, just south of the busy Kololi resort area and its Senegambia tourist strip. Its best-known draw is Bijilo Forest Park, a small fenced coastal woodland of shaded trails, palms and baobabs that locals nickname "Monkey Park." Walkers regularly spot green vervet monkeys and the shyer, endangered western red colobus, and the reserve is a birdwatching favourite with well over a hundred recorded species. Just beyond the trees lie broad Atlantic beaches, with the bars, restaurants and nightlife of the Senegambia strip an easy walk or short ride away. The main tourist season runs through the dry months, roughly November to April, when rainfall is low and days are warm. Bijilo lies only a short drive from Banjul International Airport, and shared or private taxis make getting around simple. It suits travellers who want nature, beach and calm within reach of Kololi's action, rather than a party base itself.
Good to know
Holiday homes in Bijilo: FAQ
What is Bijilo best known for?
Bijilo Forest Park, often called "Monkey Park," a coastal woodland reserve with walking trails, vervet and red colobus monkeys and rich birdlife, plus quiet Atlantic beaches close to Kololi.
When is the best time to visit Bijilo?
The main tourist season is the dry period from around November to April, with warmer, drier weather. The rainy season falls roughly July to October.
How far is Bijilo from the airport?
Bijilo is only a short drive from Banjul International Airport (roughly 15–20 km). Metered green-and-yellow "tourist taxis" and private transfers are available at arrivals.
Is Bijilo good for families or quieter stays?
Yes. It is calmer than the Senegambia strip, with the forest park and beaches nearby, while Kololi's restaurants and nightlife stay within easy reach for when you want them.
How does booking on BookNoFees work?
Choose your accommodation and message the host through BookNoFees. For a booking request, Stripe first places a card hold for the full amount; the host has 48 hours to accept, and only then is the amount captured. Instant Book is charged immediately after Stripe confirms payment.
Are there added guest service fees on BookNoFees?
The displayed total includes a 6.9% guest fee on the host price, covering payment processing, refund handling and payment risks. Nothing is added at checkout, and no commission is deducted from the amount set by the host.
Hosts wanted in Bijilo
Own a place in Bijilo? List it free.
Keep 100% of your price — 0% commission, always. Add your place, connect your calendar, go live.
List here for free