Top 10 Bed and Breakfast Inns in Dakar, Senegal

May 3, 2023 Leida Jutras

At the westernmost point of the African continent, Dakar stands as a multicultural, diverse city full of vibrant arts and traditions. Residents from various ethnic groups present assorted crafts, foods, jewelry, fabrics and wood and metal goods at bustling markets such as Marche Sandaga or Marche HLM. The city is home to museums and mosques, cliff walks and beaches, and makes a convenient jumping point for excursions to any of Senegal's national parks and nature reserves.
Restaurants in Dakar

1. Le Calao Du Lac Rose

BP 474 Rufisque Lac Rose, Dakar 1204 Senegal
Excellent
59%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
5%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 63 reviews

Le Calao Du Lac Rose

THE BEST SPOT IN SENEGAL

Reviewed By russellchr

I have stayed at Calao five times and I am adicted to the beautiful gardens, the restaurant and the wonderful international character. Just a short walk to the Lac du Rose in which u can float rather than swim - the salt lake is supposed to detox your skin/ Pierre and his charming wife manage the place superbly. Nice swimming pool and a great place to relax away from noisy Dakar or from a drive across the Desert.

2. International Hotel Dakar

651 Rue VDN Foire C.I.C.E.S, Dakar Senegal
Excellent
39%
Good
48%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 33 reviews

International Hotel Dakar

Looking for a place to stay in Dakar? Then look no further than International VDN Hotel Dakar, a family-friendly small hotel that brings the best of Dakar to your doorstep. You’ll enjoy relaxing rooms that offer air conditioning, and you can stay connected during your stay as International VDN Hotel Dakar offers guests free wifi. The small hotel features a 24 hour front desk, room service, and baggage storage. Plus, International VDN Hotel Dakar offers a fitness center and free breakfast, providing a pleasant respite from your busy day. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available. While staying at International VDN Hotel Dakar, visitors can check out Mosque of the Divinity (2.5 mi) and Les Mamelles Lighthouse (2.7 mi), some of Dakar's top attractions. Dakar has plenty of Mediterranean restaurants. So when you’re here, be sure to check out popular spots like Al Andaloss, Le Ryad, and La Cabane du Pêcheur, which are serving up some great dishes. Should time allow, Village des Arts is a popular attraction that is within walking distance. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at International VDN Hotel Dakar as you experience everything Dakar has to offer.

Business Hotel with friendly Italian management

Reviewed By Companion272178

Located in a center area of Dakar, particularly convenient to access the airport. Basic business hotel, rooms are quite small but cozy and very clean. Italian management with excellent food on the rooftop restaurant and for breakfast. Receptionist very nice and funny. Recommended for business people who don’t need leisure facilities.

3. Auberge Keur Diame

Cité Djily Mbaye 265C, Dakar 21000 Senegal
Excellent
57%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
9%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 35 reviews

Auberge Keur Diame

The "House of Peace" is located in an outer-quarters of Dakar, not far from the airport. A small, familiar guesthouse in the evening you can relax after your excursions in the city center. A few steps from the house is the beautiful beach of Yoff Cimetiere. We attach great importance to cleanliness and safety. The hostel has 7 rooms in 3 different categories. We have rooms with private bathroom (with hot water) and those which share the bathroom (hot water). One of the rooms is equipped with air conditioning, the others with fans. The windows are protected with mosquito nets, on request we can mount mosquito nets over the bed. Breakfast is included in the room rate. On order, we are preparing for the lunch and dinner in our beautiful restaurant. We spoil you with meals from Senegal and Europe. On our beautiful terrace overlooking the sea and in our cozy garden perfect places to relax. My team and I have worked together for several years. So now we have grown into a little family together and the welfare of our guests is very important to us. If desired, we can help to organize inland trips. We cooperate with reliable drivers / guides. These are available to our guests along with their cars. In Dakar itself offer trips into the city center. There are colorful markets, many small shopping streets, the harbor district, magnificent mosques, interesting museums, the old train station in the colonial style and generally admire the hustle and bustle of an African metropolis.

Incredible hospitality

Reviewed By David K

We stayed at the Auberge Keur Diame again end of November 2018. Ruth (the owner) is amazingly friendly and hospitable. Her place is an oasis of tranquility and honesty. My car had to be repaired and Ruth went out of her way to assist me with repairs.

4. Airport Hotel

Route de Ngor, Dakar 8099 Senegal
Excellent
7%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
36%
Poor
12%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 58 reviews

Airport Hotel

Looking for a place to stay in Dakar? Then look no further than Airport Hotel, a family-friendly small hotel that brings the best of Dakar to your doorstep. Guest rooms offer air conditioning and a minibar, and Airport Hotel makes getting online easy as free wifi is available. You can also take advantage of some of the amenities offered by the small hotel, including room service. In addition, guests can enjoy a pool and a lounge during their visit. As an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests. While staying at Airport Hotel, visitors can check out Les Mamelles Lighthouse (1.8 mi) and Le Monument de la Renaissance Africaine (2.0 mi), some of Dakar's top attractions. During your visit, be sure to check out a popular Dakar shrimp restaurant such as Le Ngor, which is a short distance from Airport Hotel. Should time allow, IFAN Museum (African Arts Museum) is a popular art museum that is relatively easy to get to. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Airport Hotel as you experience everything Dakar has to offer.

Decent

Reviewed By assham

The hotel is a decent option in the city and can provide basic necessities and have okay rooms. Restaurant is not good and does not give you lot of options. Anyway if you have to stay for a day or two is okay

5. Saint Louis Sun

68 Rue Felix Faure, Dakar Senegal
Excellent
26%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
7%
Terrible
11%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 27 reviews

Saint Louis Sun

See why so many travelers make Saint Louis Sun their small hotel of choice when visiting Dakar. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a romantic setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. Guest rooms offer air conditioning and a desk, and Saint Louis Sun makes getting online easy as free wifi is available. You can also take advantage of some of the amenities offered by the small hotel, including room service, baggage storage, and a chapel. In addition, guests can enjoy a lounge during their visit. As an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests. While staying at Saint Louis Sun, visitors can check out Marche HLM (2.8 mi), which is a popular Dakar attraction. If you like Italian restaurants, Saint Louis Sun is conveniently located near LA PIAZZA, Pizzeria Ciao Italia, and Au Souvenir. If you’re looking for things to do, you can check out IFAN Museum (African Arts Museum) (0.3 mi), Cathedrale du Souvenir Africain de Dakar (0.1 mi), or La Galerie Antenna (0.3 mi), which are popular attractions amongst tourists, and they are all within walking distance. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Saint Louis Sun as you experience all of the things Dakar has to offer.

Kind helpful staff, great location near port

Reviewed By Susie S

This is a no frills, tidy, comfortable hotel that's an easy walk to the port, shops, cafes, restaurants and market. The restaurant serves good Senegalese food in a leafy courtyard and the desk staff are friendly and willing to help with a range of requests. The cleaning staff were especially gracious. It's a good location to get to know the Plateau area of Dakar and a cheap taxi ride to a meal by the beach.

6. Cafe De Rome

30 Bd de la Republique, Dakar 9003 Senegal
Excellent
5%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
40%
Poor
7%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 55 reviews

Cafe De Rome

Finding an ideal small hotel in Dakar does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Cafe de Rome Dakar, a nice option for travelers like you. Given the close proximity to Marche HLM (2.9 mi), guests of Cafe de Rome Dakar can easily experience one of Dakar's most popular landmarks. Guest rooms offer a kitchenette and air conditioning, and Cafe de Rome Dakar makes getting online easy as free wifi is available. You can also take advantage of some of the amenities offered by the small hotel, including a 24 hour front desk, room service, and currency exchange. In addition, guests can enjoy breakfast during their visit. As an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests. While in Dakar be sure to experience local tapas favorites at Le Coste. Looking to explore? Then look no further than IFAN Museum (African Arts Museum) (0.2 mi), Cathedrale du Souvenir Africain de Dakar (0.1 mi), and La Galerie Antenna (0.3 mi), which are some popular Dakar attractions – all conveniently located within walking distance of the small hotel. Cafe de Rome Dakar looks forward to welcoming you on your visit to Dakar.

Hotel does not value Customer

Reviewed By Freedom828298

I had been regular Business Traveler to Dakar - Senegal. One of the Hotel i used to stay regularly and do meetings was at Hotel Cafe du Rome. Stay experience was never value for money but i was preferring as it was near to my work meetings and was not sure about other nearby hotels. Been regular customer does not help as they dont value it as hotel feels they are always in demand so they take customer for granted. They have increased room rates which is not worth. also if you try to extend your stay by hour or two, reception will charge you for day. Today they lost regular customer.

7. Hotel Illiyin

75 Rue Mz, Dakar Senegal
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 2 reviews

Hotel Illiyin

A Great Little Haven of Peace

Reviewed By janjano2017

I liked everything about this hotel. It is in a very nice area - Mermoz & felt very safe as a solo traveller. The decor is very lovely & there are many spaces for relaxing , including a room terrace. My room was comfortable. There was a kettle in the room & complimentary toiletries & water. I have no negatives at all. Breakfast was delightful omlette , croissants & bread , cheese , yoghurt , juices , coffee . I will go back for sure.

8. Maam Samba Auberge

Lot 633 NGOR/Almadies Extension, Ngor, Dakar Senegal
Excellent
20%
Good
80%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 5 reviews

Maam Samba Auberge

Maam Samba, c’est d’abord un espace proposant des vêtements, accessoires, meubles etc… confectionnés dans les ateliers du village de Ndem dans le respect du commerce équitable. Maam Samba, c’est aussi une auberge qui propose des chambres d’hôtes spacieuses, agréables et solidaires. Nos Chambres d’Hôtes Solidaires sont un espace d’accueil des visiteurs ou touristes venus de partout dans le monde. Notre principale vocation c’est de faire la promotion du tourisme durable et responsable pour mieux valoriser le patrimoine culturel et environnemental et le respect mutuel des peuples. Avec votre aide, nos objectifs sont de : Participer à la réduction de la pauvreté Participer à la promotion de l’autonomisation des femmes Participer à la préservation de l’environnement Participer à l’amélioration des retombées socio-économiques dans les villages Participer à la Valorisation du patrimoine culturel et environnemental Participer au développement durable En passant un peu de temps chez nous, vous nous aiderez donc à contribuer aux projets des villageois de Ndem. Ceci permet la réalisation de projets de développement durable et social tél que la construction et ou le financement du centre de santé, le développement du système éducatif des enfants, la construction et l’amélioration des forages en milieu rural, la pérennisation des activités des villageois de Ndem, etc… Retrouvez tous nos projets sur le site de l’ONG de Ndem.

Fairtrade

Reviewed By Dominique B

First of all we went to the boutique shop. We loved everything we saw, from furniture, beddings, beautiful cotton fabrics all hand woven in Ngem, light and easy to wear dresses, tops .... a delight. Then we also found out about the B&B at very affordable prices with individual bathrooms. All in all we highly recommend this place.

9. Villa Rosa

Patte D'Oie Builder's, Dakar 10000 Senegal
Excellent
17%
Good
67%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
17%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 6 reviews

Villa Rosa

Finding an ideal budget friendly small hotel in Dakar does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Villa Rosa, a nice option for travelers like you. While staying at Villa Rosa, visitors can check out Village des Arts (1.6 mi) and Marche HLM (2.6 mi), some of Dakar's top attractions. Villa Rosa is a budget friendly small hotel offering air conditioning, a desk, and a mosquito net in the rooms, and it is easy to stay connected during your stay as free wifi is offered to guests. The small hotel features a 24 hour front desk, baggage storage, and currency exchange. Plus, guests can enjoy a lounge, which has made this a popular choice among travelers visiting Dakar. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available. If you are looking for a good French restaurant, you may want to check out La Corvette, New Africa, or Panam'as while staying at Villa Rosa. Dakar is also home to IFAN Museum (African Arts Museum), a popular art museum that is not too far from Villa Rosa. Villa Rosa looks forward to welcoming you on your visit to Dakar.

Unsuitable for Europeans

Reviewed By Michaelk02

The room is spacious and clean. Breakfast is adequate and served on a terrace. The staff are friendly and there is ample hot water. The flat screen TV has a good reception. There is a good quality mosquito net fitted to the bed. That's where the good points end. This is neither a hotel nor are they apartments, the rooms do not have a kitchen or even a fridge. The "restaurant" serves breakfast only so that makes it a B&B. I think dinner can be arranged but I don't want to eat alone! The shower is hot but is not fitted to the wall and the shower head is badly blocked so expect to run around for a wash! Hopefully it will be replaced today. Internet is extremely intermittent and poor. Data roaming offers only a small improvement but at least guaranteed access. Forget Skype whilst here, bandwidth is insufficient. You cannot walk to restaurants, downtown or reasonably equipped food stores. This is off the beaten track. I walked for five miles and could only find unsafe street food and tiny corner shops. This is a very Muslim part of town which I respect. However, this also means no bars or even a place to buy a beer. Access is unlit and down two unmade alleys. It's hidden and tricky to find unless you have good local knowledge. The building provides a terrace which is pleasant in the mornings. However, power is not available at night so you are confined to your room. In a nutshell, it is a comfortable place to sleep and have a nice breakfast. Nothing else! The place is totally unsuitable for a business traveller, a car is essential and if you need to communicate with the outside world , don't come here! I didn't book it, my host did!

10. Hotel Cabourg

Le virage - Yoff Derrière l'Hotel Le Virage et à Quelques Mètres du Restaurant Ubuntu, Dakar 10000 Senegal
Excellent
0%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
67%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 3 reviews

Hotel Cabourg

Business

Reviewed By Maflosah

I wanted to flee when I first arrived. From the ratings I would not have chosen Cabourg. I read another review where it said Cabourg grew on the guest. Very true. Luis and staff were the best thing. The offending salmon wall color in my room did not matter anymore. I purchased a room deodorant from Auchan which did not manage the musty air. Room 20 has a fab bathroom. The coffee was made right. The fish and fries we ordered were delish. I am actually at the point thinking to come back when next Dakar?

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