L’Escale Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Port of Djibouti

Explore the waterfront in Djibouti with a trip to Port of Djibouti. Discover the area's desert landscape and casinos.

Port of Djibouti

Camp Lemonier

After visiting Camp Lemonier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Djibouti. Wander the marina or discover the area's desert landscape.

Camp Lemonier

Hamoudi Mosque

Hamoudi Mosque is just one of the places to see in Djibouti, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside or visit the casinos while you're in the area.

Hamoudi Mosque

Central Market

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Central Market during your stay in Djibouti. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's desert landscape.

Central Market

Bawadi Mall

You can do some window-shopping at Bawadi Mall during your trip to Djibouti. Stroll along the marina or visit the casinos while you're in the area.

Bawadi Mall

Our Lady of the Good Shepherd Cathedral

After visiting Our Lady of the Good Shepherd Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Djibouti. Stroll along the seaside or visit the casinos while you're in the area.

Our Lady of the Good Shepherd Cathedral

Our pick of the best L’Escale Hotel Deals

Escale International Hotel

Escale International Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Rue de Venise, Djibouti, Djibouti
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Djibouti. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Port of Djibouti and People's ...
7.8/10 Good! (8 reviews)
"Very bad breakfast"

Reviewed on 18 July 2024

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Escale International Hotel
Djibouti Palace Kempinski

Djibouti Palace Kempinski

5 out of 5
Ilot Du Heron P O Box 1960, Djibouti
The price is NZ$590 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
NZ$590
per night
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Djibouti. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Port of Djibouti and People's Palace are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (138 reviews)
"The Kempinski Hotel Djibouti is the BEST hotel for every confort one would need. The staff are simply WONDERFUL, the food is WONDERFUL and the area is absolutely Magnificient."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

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Red Sea Hotel Apartment

Red Sea Hotel Apartment

4.5 out of 5
Gabode 3, Djibouti, Djibouti
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Djibouti. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Stade du Ville and Central Market ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (21 reviews)
"Top Tier Customer Service. They are always available and looking to help you with anything. They are also very clean. Wi-Fi is pretty spotty and doesn’t seem to work very well, it’s mainly good for phone use but I couldn’t use it for my laptop. Unfortunately, they don’t do refunds. If you book for ..."

Reviewed on 6 June 2025

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Red Sea Hotel Apartment
Sheraton Djibouti

Sheraton Djibouti

4 out of 5
BP 1924, Plateau du Serpent, Djibouti
The price is NZ$375 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
NZ$375
per night
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Djibouti. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions People's Palace and Place du 27 Juin are ...
6.8/10 (132 reviews)
"Nice view and the room is clean and comfortable. Staff are nice. The only draw is the laundry service, which is very expensive."

Reviewed on 8 June 2025

Sheraton Djibouti
Acacias Hotel

Acacias Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Lotissement Heron BP 4111, Djibouti
The price is NZ$255 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
NZ$255
per night
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Djibouti. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Port of Djibouti and People's Palace are ...
7.2/10 Good! (47 reviews)
"Love the view, quiet and clean place. Staff are nice, helpful and professional. I will also looking forward to go back there."

Reviewed on 12 Dec 2024

Acacias Hotel
Djibouti Ayla Grand Hotel & Mall

Djibouti Ayla Grand Hotel & Mall

4.5 out of 5
Rue de Venice, Saline Ouest, 217, Djibouti, Djibouti
The price is NZ$456 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
NZ$456
per night
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Djibouti. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Bawadi Mall and Central Market are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
"Great hotel with lovely staff!"

Reviewed on 6 May 2025

Djibouti Ayla Grand Hotel & Mall
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Other neighbourhoods around L’Escale

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La Plaine

While La Plaine may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Central Market and Port of Djibouti.

La Plaine
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European Quarter

Though European Quarter may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Central Market and Port of Djibouti.

European Quarter
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African Quarter

Seaside views and casinos are just a few things travellers like about African Quarter. A stop by Central Market is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

African Quarter
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Le Plateau du Serpent

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Le Plateau du Serpent and surrounding area, you can visit Central Market and Port of Djibouti.

Le Plateau du Serpent
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Heron

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Heron and surrounding area, you can visit Port of Djibouti and Central Market.

Heron
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Haramous

While there might not be top attractions in Haramous, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Camp Lemonier and Djibouti Kitesurf.

Haramous

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