Senegal
Perched over a wave-battered stretch of coastline, Sobo Badè has the wondrous look of a Gaudì creation, with its imaginative brickwork, shell-lined…
Must-see hotels in Senegal
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Senegal
One of Senegal's most original campements lies in a pristine setting on the edge of a lagoon. You can sleep in atmospheric tree houses that cling to the…
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Senegal
This Belgian-run lodge offers quality accommodation in attractive bungalows, nicely outfitted and set amid lush grounds. But it's all the extras that have…
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Dakar
This attractive and welcoming guesthouse has 10 cheerfully painted rooms, a book-filled lounge, and a restaurant with seats in a small courtyard. The…
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Senegal
At this iconic place on the beach you'll find appealing rooms and cottages, great food and a hearty welcome from host Jean-Paul. The lush grounds and…
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Senegal
Around 22km south of Saint-Louis, this peaceful spot makes a great base for excursions into the Parc National de la Langue de Barbarie. Accommodation is…
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Senegal
Set on the north shore of the lake, the Gîte du Lac makes a great base when you want to get away from it all. It has attractive cabins that open onto a…
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Dakar
This small, Italian-run place on Yoff beach has a bohemian vibe that draws a mix of surfers, aspiring surfers and those just wanting to enjoy the beach…
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Dakar
Tucked behind the Quicksilver shop is this appealing guesthouse, which has the hip-but-laid-back surfer vibe you'd expect from the well-known clothing…
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Senegal
Step back in time at this elegant 36-room hotel, which first opened its doors back in 1850 and was a favourite with aviator Jean Mermoz and other…
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Senegal
In the southern half of Saint-Louis, this grand 19th-century merchant's house has been transformed into a lovely boutique B&B, with three unique rooms,…
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Senegal
Managed by local villagers on the island of Sipo, Keur Bamboung sits in a stunning location in the heart of a 68-sq-km protected marine reserve. Things…
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Dakar
Offers clean, simple rooms with fan and mosquito nets set around a courtyard. The welcoming staff is great here, and in season (November to March) they…
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Dakar
On a peaceful street by the beach, this friendly, Swiss-owned guesthouse offers attractively furnished rooms decorated with touches of African textiles…
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Dakar
Tucked along waterfront Corniche Est, this place feels like a nautical hideway, with modern, nicely set rooms, all with balconies perched right over the…
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Dakar
Oozing laid-back elegance, this little guesthouse offers pleasant rooms (all with balconies) in a rambling, well-maintained house filled with a clutch of…
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Dakar
A charming guesthouse with five bright, cheerfully painted rooms and a terrace with sea views. The restaurant is also a draw, with a deck perched out over…
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Dakar
A fairly new addition to the Plateau, this 12-storey hotel offers well-designed rooms and suites with all the essentials, plus extras like rain showers…
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Senegal
A stylish Spanish-owned option in the centre, Siki Hotel has attractive rooms with wide plank floors and attractive wood furnishings. It's set in the…
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Dakar
This handsomely designed guesthouse has airy and lovingly decorated rooms located right behind the beach. The patio is the highlight, with a tiny bar on…
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Senegal
A delightful option set near the water, Le Bazouk has spacious bungalows scattered over a vast, sand-covered garden in which bougainvilleas lend shade and…
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Senegal
Set in a picturesque Goréen home, this low-key guesthouse has four lovely rooms painted in rich colours and decorated with folk art. There's a craft shop…
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Senegal
Some 28km south of Saint-Louis, this relaxed place has plenty of character. You can stay in well-equipped, low-roofed Mauritanian-style tents (with…
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Dakar
This welcoming and convivial spot is a great base for those wanting to learn a bit of surfing (or simply enjoy the easy access to fabled nearby breaks)…
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Senegal
Run by a Swiss couple, welcoming Djidjack has round bungalows with conical thatch ceilings, African artwork and a small terrace. Budget travellers can…
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Dakar
A peaceful option tucked on a sandy backstreet in Yoff, Kakatar is a four-storey building topped by a lovely roof terrace with sea views. It has well…
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Senegal
This simple place with a few simple bungalows surrounded by greenery makes a fine but rustic base for exploring the delta. Knowledgeable guides offer…
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Senegal
Overlooking the lagoon on the east side of Joal, a short walk from the bridge to Fadiout, this welcoming place has a handful of simple but appealing rooms…
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Senegal
Offers simple, good-value rooms set around a small, shell-strewn courtyard (rooms with air-con cost an extra CFA2500). Thierry has loads of info about the…
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Senegal
A friendly, garden-filled oasis that backs right onto the lake, Le Trarza has a mix of rooms: the best are spacious bungalows with tall ceilings and…
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Senegal
Brightly coloured Auberge Bouffe has well-maintained rooms and plenty of character, with attractive bungalows set amid a garden and surrounding a small…
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Senegal
Au Petit Jura is a small, charming, Swiss-run guesthouse located just a short stroll to the beach. Days can be spent lounging poolside, strolling the…
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Senegal
Near the lagoon, Le Cormoran is a friendly and welcoming spot with simple but decent rooms (concrete bungalows), all with air-con and mosquito nets. There…
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Senegal
In the village of Djifer, Sangomar has pleasant bungalows made of native materials that are set amid eucalyptus and palms and front on to a calm beach …
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Senegal
A welcome addition to Tomba, Brasari is a compact property on the main highway through town, with rooms set in freestanding round buildings. Each has…
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Senegal
With huts and bungalows spaced out in a large, sandy garden – all buildings are connected by meandering paths – this place oozes character. It offers a…
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Senegal
Among the cluster of places near the artisans' village, Chez Salim is a top choice, with African-style thatched-roof round huts and more spacious…
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Dakar
This 30-room hotel is by no means luxurious but it's a safe and comfortable option in the city centre. Rooms are modern and well-equipped, and there's an…
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Senegal
Scattered across a peaceful beachfront property, these nine exquisitely designed bungalows are made of local materials and set with carvings and textiles…
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Senegal
Old-time elegance meets contemporary luxuries in one of Saint-Louis' most famous old buildings: every room and suite here is unique, though they all exude…
