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Hôtel SAWA

4.0 star property
Beaux Arts hotel in Douala with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Front of property
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
Free self parking
Front of property - evening/night
Comfort Double Room, Pool View | View from room

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Airport transfer
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Fitness center
  • Steam room
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • 24-hour room service
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is $134
includes taxes & fees
$101 per night
Dec 1 - Dec 2

Room options

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Comfort Double Room, City View | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually furnished

Comfort Double Room, City View

Highlights

Yard
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually furnished

Double Room (Prestige)

Highlights

Yard
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 377 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Double Room, Pool View | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually furnished

Comfort Double Room, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony
Yard
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Executive Room

Highlights

Yard
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Yard
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 344 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
488 Rue De Verdun - Bonanjo, Douala, 2345

What's nearby

  • Port of Douala - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Espace Doual'art - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Eko Market - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Douala Grand Mall - 6 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Douala (DLA-Douala Intl.) - 27 min drive
  • Free airport shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Boj - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪One Rooftop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Opiom Bali - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪L'Ovalie - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Pizzeria - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Hôtel SAWA

Hôtel SAWA is just 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from the airport and offers a free shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests can indulge in massages or mani/pedis, then grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe. Other highlights include an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a fitness center.

Languages

English, French

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 288 rooms
  • Arranged over 8 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is noon

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • One child (12 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets allowed*
  • Restrictions apply*

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free wired internet access in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking

Transfers

  • Free airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool

What to do

  • Shopping

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Beaux Arts architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Alarm clock
  • Premium bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

What to enjoy

  • Yard
  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free wired internet

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine. Open 24 hours.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 6.50 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 25 for adults and USD 15 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 31.0 per day

Pets

  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 17 per pet, per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

SAWA Douala
Hôtel SAWA Hotel
Hôtel SAWA Douala
Hôtel SAWA Douala
Hôtel SAWA
Hôtel SAWA Hotel Douala

Frequently asked questions

Does Hôtel SAWA offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hôtel SAWA does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hôtel SAWA?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Hôtel SAWA?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 17 per pet, per day.
Is parking offered on site at Hôtel SAWA?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Hôtel SAWA?
Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hôtel SAWA?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Hôtel SAWA and nearby?
Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a steam room and a picnic area. Hôtel SAWA also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hôtel SAWA?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers international cuisine.
Does Hôtel SAWA have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a yard.
What's the area around Hôtel SAWA like?
Hôtel SAWA is in the heart of Douala, a short 12-minute walk from Port of Douala and 8 minutes' walk from Douala Maritime Museum.

Reviews

6.8

Good

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

John, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Good customer service.
Romaric Belmier, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Christian, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Adolphe, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

nothing
Alexandre, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good location, friendly staff. The facilities need an upgrade.
George, 4-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Veey good
Very good stay, near the airport and the room was clean
Amr, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

First red flag my booking wasn't available when I there. Second the receptionist 😡
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

It is a mistake to book this property through Expedia. Expedia did not send my reservations information to the property and it caused me so much headache. I paid for breakfast on one of the days I reserved but Expedia claimed to the property that there was no breakfast included.
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Hotel SAWA is a great deal for a great hotel.
Hotel SAWA is a great hotel in a good location. It is a good deal. The staff is very helpful. The on-site restaurant is clean and serves good food as well. The rooms are clean and serviced daily. The front desk staff are available and helpful. We have stayed there 3 times now. The main lobby is under construction at the moment, but they have done a good job of making the construction invisible.
Dennis A, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Hotel needs updating badly
Very old hotel in a great location. Staff very friendly and helpful. Pool area great for sunset drink and snack.
Dave, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Needs some work !
AC didn't go below 23deg, rooms are in desperate need of attention, there is a new lobby area being built. The pool and garden are a very nice place to relax and unwind, very friendly & helpful staff.
David, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Nice but tired hotel, good for short stay only.
Old hotel in need of some renovation, the grounds were nice especially out by the pool area, the staff were extremely friendly and helpful.
David, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Our choice hotel in Douala.
We have stayed at the Sawa Hotel on two different trips. We are always excited to arrive there. They have a nice restaurant attached to the hotel, with a buffet style service. The tap water always has plenty of pressure and hot which is a nice change from several hotels we have been in. The air conditioning is always working well and the linens on the bed and in the restroom are always clean. It is our choice hotel when we are in Douala.
Dennis A, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

No more
Samuel, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

SAWA for Business and swimming
I stay at the SAWA on business fairly regularly. It is an older property and you can have issues in the room on occasion with things such as the AC. Service is very good with some great. The outside eating area is very nice but the inside is a bit lacking. They do keep the rooms clean, pool is nice and a bit crazy on the weekends with families. WiFi is very spotty and I would recommend getting a local hotspot.
Kevin, 6-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Very pleasing staff
The staff was amazing et the rooms were very big and comfortable.
Stéphane, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Conference hotel, moldy.
The hotel staff are friendly, but the rooms are a bit moldy and damp--constant struggle for places in douala. The restaurant takes a long time to order, and for large conferences they can't keep up with the demand, even though they do try hard. I'd rate this as a 2.5/5 hotel because I find it just under average.
Michelle, 4-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Improving!
The SAWA has been slowly sprucing back up. I have been coming here on business for a number of years and the last two years have shown improvements. The room had been freshened up, was clean (never an issue) AC worked well (improvement) and the hand held shower had a bracket (improvement). I don't do the breakfast buffet. Internet seemed more reliable this trip but it was a short stay.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

An okay spot on a business trip.
Have stayed here a number of times and they are working to spruce the place up. Fresh paint, new elevators, generally cleaner. However, it is an old property and there is still work to be done. For example on the air conditioning in the rooms, fixing shower heads (though always plenty of hot water), and providing ammenities like a water boiler for tea and coffee. The outside area is pleasant especially for breakfast (skip the breakfast buffet) or for the evening wind down.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel near to the airport
The hotel is very nice good swimming pool that you can relax and good restaurant bar beside.
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Acceptable, several better alternatives in Douala
Travelled to Cameroon to see my fiancee, this is not my first visit to Cameroon, and I have visited many third world countries. However, for the price, this was not a great bargain. Room is pretty crummy, bedding poor. AC worked well, and restroom was adequate. Didn't try the restaurant, looked at the menu and felt it was overpriced, so went out. Stayed in the Futuris Hotel on my way out, and also looked at the Star Land, both were nicer than SAWA, and similarly priced.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Low maintenance overall
Hotel needs more investment to fit the category Room in low maintenance Water flushing continually
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

A good stay in Doula
Have stayed here several times. Staff is friendly for the most part and deciding to skip the breakfast buffet and eat outside was a good move. The restaraunt is pricey but then again it is a hotel. Walking is not the best in Doula but the location is close enough to get into the central district without much trouble. Relatively close the airport. Hot water, nice pool area.
Verified Hotels.com guest review