Hotels in Abidjan

Staying in Abidjan

The economic capital of Côte d'Ivoire, Abidjan is a sprawling city built around the Ébrié lagoon, with districts linked by bridges that are often very busy. For a business trip, an assignment or a family visit, the sensible reflex is to sleep close to where you will spend your days: rush-hour traffic jams can turn a short journey into a long wait. Accommodation ranges from the large international hotels of the business district to residences and apart-hotels in the residential neighbourhoods, along with simpler hotels in the commercial areas.

The climate is hot and humid all year, with marked rainy seasons: a well air-conditioned room and a hotel with a backup generator are among the things worth checking. Direct flights link Casablanca to Abidjan, and the airport lies to the south of the city; many hotels offer a transfer, which is simpler than a taxi on arrival, especially at night. Expect strong demand too during the major economic and sporting events that punctuate the city's calendar, and book early if your dates coincide.

Where to stay in Abidjan

• Le Plateau, the business district

  The district of head offices, banks and government buildings, on the edge of the lagoon. Large business hotels and upmarket addresses; very convenient on weekdays for meetings, quieter in the evenings and at weekends.

• Cocody and the residential districts

  Greener, calmer neighbourhoods that are home to embassies, residences and apart-hotels. A good choice for a longer stay or a family visit, provided you plan your journeys to the centre.

• Marcory and Zone 4, on the airport side

  A lively area known for its restaurants and nightlife, located on the airport side of the city. Practical for a short stopover or an early flight, with hotels in every category.

Good to know before you book

• Choose your district according to your appointments: crossing the lagoon at rush hour takes time, and a well-placed hotel beats a more luxurious one in the wrong location.
• Check the air conditioning, the Wi-Fi and whether there is a backup generator, as well as the terms of the airport transfer; these details make a real difference day to day.
• For a family or a stay of several weeks, an apart-hotel with a kitchen in a residential district gives you more independence than a standard hotel room.

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