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Hôtel SAWA
4.0 star property

Upscale hotel with free airport shuttle and fitness centre
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Hôtel SAWA

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Front of property
Poolside bar
Double Room (Prestige)
International cuisine
Reception

Overview of Hôtel SAWA

6.8

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free airport shuttleFree airport shuttleFree airport shuttle

Explore the area

488 Rue De Verdun - Bonanjo, Douala, 2345
  • Popular LocationLounge Restaurant Hotel Sawa1 min walk
  • Popular LocationRestaurant Le Madiba1 min walk
  • Popular LocationEcho de bonanjo2 min walk
  • Popular LocationPort of Douala12 min walk
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Room options

Comfort Double Room, City View

cleanliness

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room (Prestige)

cleanliness

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Double Room, Pool View

cleanliness

Highlights

Garden
Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Executive Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double or Twin Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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About the area

Douala

Located in Douala, Hôtel SAWA is in the city centre and near the boardwalk. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Eko Market and Douala Grand Mall, while those looking for another kind of activity may want to check out Port of Douala. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Stade de la Reunification or Japoma Sports Complex.

What's nearby

  • Port of Douala - 12 min walk
  • Espace Doual'art - 17 min walk
  • Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul - 3 min drive
  • Douala Grand Mall - 6 min drive
  • Stade de la Reunification - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Douala (DLA-Douala Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bolongi Open MIC - 3 min drive
  • Bombay Masala - 3 min drive
  • Le C - 3 min drive
  • La Pizzeria - 3 min drive
  • La Cigale - 19 min walk

About this property

Hôtel SAWA

Upscale hotel in the business district
At Hôtel SAWA, you can look forward to a free return airport shuttle, a swim-up bar and a poolside bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the steam room, and indulge in a manicure/pedicure or a massage. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the on-site international cuisine restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a terrace and shopping on-site.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with pool umbrellas and a swim-up bar
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court and a reception hall
  • A lift, a porter/bellboy and multilingual staff
Room features
All 288 individually furnished rooms feature comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Private gardens, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6 AM–10 AM for a fee: USD 25 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Building
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

Outdoor space

  • Yard

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 17 per pet, per day
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 31.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 8.58 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 25 for adults and from USD 15 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 17 per pet, per day
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 31.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a security system

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Hôtel SAWA?

As of 29 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hôtel SAWA on 1 Apr 2024 start from NZ$211.18, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Hôtel SAWA pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 17 per pet, per day.

How much is parking at Hôtel SAWA?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hôtel SAWA?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Hôtel SAWA?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Hôtel SAWA provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle.

Where is Hôtel SAWA located?

Located in the heart of Douala, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Port of Douala and Espace Doual'art. Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul and Eko Market are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Hôtel SAWA Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 38 reviews" "

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Christian

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adolphe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

Alexandre

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
nothing
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

George

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, friendly staff. The facilities need an upgrade.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Amr

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Veey good
Very good stay, near the airport and the room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
First red flag my booking wasn't available when I there. Second the receptionist 😡
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Dennis A

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Dave

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Hotel needs updating badly
Very old hotel in a great location. Staff very friendly and helpful. Pool area great for sunset drink and snack.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019