Must-see hotels in Côte d'Ivoire

  • Bushman Café

    Abidjan

    French-Ivoirian couple Alain and Pascale run this fusion of hotel and restaurant, which offers impeccable style, local art and artists, the most exquisite…

  • Koral Beach Hotel

    Côte d'Ivoire

    Run by the wonderful and energetic Cheryl, the KBH has been redecorated to perfection – it's all African wood sculptures and white, pristine walls. The…

  • Le Wafou

    Abidjan

    If the Flintstones won the lottery and moved to West Africa, they'd live somewhere like this. Set in large grounds, Le Wafou's gorgeous bungalows take…

  • La Licorne

    Abidjan

    La Licorne is a pretty boutique hotel run by a friendly French family. Rooms are individually decorated, and there's wi-fi, a bar, a hot tub, a book…

  • Coucoue Lodge

    Côte d'Ivoire

    Colourful and wooden bungalows spill out on to acres of white sand at Coucoue Lodge, a sweet getaway spot. If lounging on the beach or in the luxury rooms…

  • Touraco Ecotel

    Côte d'Ivoire

    This eco-camp has a mix of thatch-topped round huts with no more than a bed inside them, and a restaurant on the edge of a forest clearing. There are…

  • Jardin D'Eden

    Côte d'Ivoire

    Laid-back Jardin D'Eden is one of Assinie's sweetest spots, sandwiched between the beach and Assinie Mafia. A good bet for a relaxed weekend away with…

  • Hôtel Boblin la Mer

    Côte d'Ivoire

    Breezy and sun-washed, Boblin la Mer is easily the best value in Bassam. The rooms are decorated with masks and woodcarvings, and breakfast is served on…

  • Hôtel Amointrin

    Côte d'Ivoire

    Hôtel Amointrin is probably Man's smartest hotel; the rooms come with hot water and pretty views out over the mountains.

  • Hotel Onomo

    Abidjan

    Within spitting distance of the airport, the Onomo – a chain hotel present in several African cities – is a reliable bet regardless of whether you've an…

  • Hôtel Président

    Côte d'Ivoire

    Yamoussoukro's signature hotel, imposing but faded – the rooms are old, but still swish. There's an 18-hole golf course, as well as three restaurants …

  • Akwa Beach

    Côte d'Ivoire

    On the beach in Assinie Mafia, Akwa has sleek, comfortable rooms housed in modern, whitewashed villas, and larger, luxurious suites. There's a restaurant…

  • Residence Berah

    Côte d'Ivoire

    Located over in le quartier des millionaires (yes, such a thing exists), Residence Berah isn't as swish as its address. But the rooms are clean and modern…

  • La Nouvelle Pergola

    Abidjan

    For reasonable rooms on a budget, La Nouvelle Pergola is an OK bet. There are over 130 rooms in this complex, which includes a pool, a nightclub and wi-fi…

  • Le Griffon

    Abidjan

    This boutique hotel offers beautifully decorated rooms, complete with Ivoirian art and coffee-table books. With friendly staff, great food, wi-fi and a…

  • Residence Eburnéa

    Abidjan

    This place has several types of room, including charming duplexes and cute apartments with miniature kitchens and balconies. There's also a small pool and…

  • La Madrague

    Côte d'Ivoire

    La Madrague taps into Grand Bassam's spirit with its smart, lovingly decorated rooms. There's local art on the walls and Ivoirian cloth swaddling the…

  • Auberge Beau Séjour

    Côte d'Ivoire

    Simple, clean and minimally furnished rooms in Taï town that are perfect for an overnight stay before you hit the park. There's air-con and en suite…

  • Taverne la Bassamoise

    Côte d'Ivoire

    Recently renovated, this place has lovely bungalows underneath a canopy of bougainvillea. The decor is simple and bright, and the pool is large.

  • Le Marly

    Abidjan

    Le Marly offers simple, plantation-style huts in a pretty garden setting. At the end of a short track just off Blvd de Marseille.

  • Le Cannelle

    Côte d'Ivoire

    Overlooking the waters and with simple and clean rooms, Le Canelle also has a decent restaurant on the beach.

  • Hôtel Leveneur

    Côte d'Ivoire

    The centrally located Hôtel Leveneur has the dishevelled backpacker thing down to a T, though we suspect it's not deliberate.

  • Les Jardins d'Ivoire

    Côte d'Ivoire

    Located in the Balmer area of town, Les Jardins d'Ivoire has a pretty garden, a swimming pool and clean, smart rooms.

  • Hôtel le Pollet

    Côte d'Ivoire

    Hôtel le Pollet overlooks the Sassandra River. The rooms are simple and clean, and there's access to the beach.

  • Le Pullman

    Abidjan

    A good, upmarket chain hotel. Plush rooms come equipped with wi-fi and everything you could possibly need.

  • Novotel

    Abidjan

    The Novotel has smart rooms, four-star amenities and a large outdoor pool, all in the heart of Le Plateau.

  • Le Brennus

    Côte d'Ivoire

    A good hotel in the centre of town, with simple and clean rooms and efficient service.

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