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Hotel Du Lac Cotonou, Cotonou
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About the Hotel
Rue Bel Air,
Cotonou,
Benin,
01BP 184RP,
Littoral
Hotel Du Lac is a renowned 3-star hotel located on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean in Cotonou, Benin. It offers comfortable and modern accommodations that reflect the charm of the region. The hotel features a popular restaurant known for its exceptional buffets. Guests can enjoy a serene environment while being conveniently close to the city center and major commercial areas.
Location
Strategically situated, Hotel Du Lac provides easy access to the city center, commercial district, and main roads leading to neighboring countries like Nigeria and Togo. The nearest airport is approximately 6 miles away, with free shuttle services available for guests. The hotel is close to various cultural sites, such as Cotonou Central Mosque and Dantokpa Market, making it a convenient base for exploratory trips.
Rooms
All rooms at Hotel Du Lac are air-conditioned and equipped with modern amenities, including flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Guests can choose from a variety of accommodations, including spacious two-room suites featuring a separate living area for business appointments. Each room includes a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries, ensuring a comfortable stay. Views of the garden, lake, or sea can be enjoyed from select room types.
Eat & Drink
The hotel's restaurant is celebrated for its gastronomic menu, including hearty buffets that satisfy a range of culinary desires. Every day, guests can indulge in a lavish breakfast buffet complemented by a diverse selection of dishes from European, African, and Lebanese cuisine. In addition, the hotel offers an ice cream service and room service for added convenience. Dining at Hotel Du Lac promises a delightful gastronomic experience.
Leisure & Business
Hotel Du Lac features leisure amenities such as an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness center for guests looking to unwind or stay active during their stay. The hotel includes a children's playground, ensuring that families have ample entertainment options. Business travelers will appreciate the dedicated spaces for meetings and events. Customer service is prioritized, with offerings like a free shuttle service and room service.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Comfortable Retreat
“The room was incredibly comfortable, making it easy to relax and unwind after a day of activities.” view full review
Breathtaking Views
“I absolutely loved the stunning views from my room; it made every morning feel special.” view full review
Delicious Variety
“The restaurant offered a varied menu, and I enjoyed trying different dishes each day during my visit.” view full review
General
Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Baggage storage
Locker room
Elevator
Currency exchange
Sports & Fitness
Fitness center
Sports trainer
Aerobics
Services
Free airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dining
In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Business
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Cribs
Children's play area
Spa & Leisure
Outdoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area
Spa & wellness center
Sauna
Jacuzzi
Massage
Room features
Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Terrace
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Media
Flat-screen TV
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Location
Rue Bel Air,
Cotonou,
Benin,
01BP 184RP,
Littoral
Map view
Rue Bel Air,
Cotonou,
Benin,
01BP 184RP,
Littoral
City landmarks
Cotonou
Dantokpa Market
2.0
mi
Church
Saint Michel Church
1.3
mi
Ancien Pont
Ancien Pont Bridge
2100 ft
7012 Rue des Missions
Fondation Zinsou
1.7
mi
RN 3
Place de I'Etoile Rouge
2.6
mi
Cotonou
Place Lenine
1.9
mi
Route de l'Aeroport
Place des Martyrs
1.6
mi
Ave Clozel
Cotonou Cathedral
3400 ft
Ancienne Banqie Ouest Africaine
2100 ft
Ancien siege Chargeurs Reunis
2200 ft
Maison de commerce CICA
2400 ft
Ancien Hopital de Cotonou
2400 ft
Vieux dispensaire
2500 ft
Maison coloniale
2700 ft
Ciment Bouclier
2900 ft
Anciens entrepots CFAO
2900 ft
Casino Atlantique
2900 ft
Fitheb
3100 ft
Wharf de Cotonou
3300 ft
Rue des Hindous
Woodin
3300 ft
Libraries
Sonaec
3500 ft
Lighthouse
Cotonou Lighthouse
1.0
mi
Eglise protestante methodiste du Benin
3600 ft
Ave Proche
Le Repaire de Bacchus
3800 ft
Mosque centrale de Joncquet
4400 ft
Mosquee Centrale
4400 ft
Mosque
Mosquee Centrale Oummi Wassilath
4400 ft
Rue des Cheminots
Le Soweto
4900 ft
Lagune de Cotonou
1.6
mi
Mosque
Cotonou Central Mosque
1.5
mi
Nearby
Ancien Pont
Ancien Pont Bridge
1100 ft
Restaurants
Restaurant Le Berlin
3200 ft
Restaurant
Le Prive
2100 ft
Quartier Ganhi situe entre la tour misericorde et l'eglise Notre Dame
Mojito
2300 ft
Quartier Ganhi
La Pointe
4200 ft
Restaurant
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
80%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Ocean and pool views
Friendly staff
Moldy smell
Issues with payment
8.0/10
Great
Rooms
8.0
Location
8.5
Service
7.8
Dining
7.2
Guest reviews
8.0/10
based on 10 reviews
8.4
8.4/10based on 261 reviews
Charles
United States of America,
May
2024
6.8/10
The hotel offers spacious rooms overlooking the ocean and the swimming pool, although there is a noticeable moldy smell. They tried to charge a higher rate than booked. The location is lovely, right by the river mouth with scenic views, ideal for walking around. Service is friendly and helpful, except for issues with additional payment confirmation. The dining experience is somewhat lacking variety but decent. Facilities are satisfactory but could use improvements.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms are spacious, with ocean and pool views, but have a moldy smell.
Service
7.0
The staff is friendly and helpful, though there were challenges with payment confirmation.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location by the river mouth offers lovely views and a convenient walking distance.
Dining
6.0
The dining options are decent but lack variety.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities are satisfactory but could be improved.
Ocean and pool views
Moldy smell
Michael
United Kingdom,
May
2024
7.8/10
The hotel offers clean rooms with decent amenities, but there were issues with pricing. The service was mostly great, except for a couple of staff members. The location is brilliant for exploring the city. The dining experience was good overall. The facilities provided were satisfactory.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms had clearly been smoked in before but were clean, with fairly decent amenities.
Service
8.0
The staff were friendly and professional for the most part.
Location
9.0
The location is brilliant as it is convenient for getting to any part of town.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was quite good, especially the Sunday evening buffet.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities met my needs during my stay.
John
United Kingdom,
April
2024
6.6/10
The hotel has a pleasant interior design and cleanliness but attempted to charge a higher rate than booked. The view over the lake is remarkable, but being under the hotel terrace can be a drawback.
Rooms
7.0
The room had clearly been smoked in before, but it was very clean with a pleasant interior design.
Service
6.0
The service was friendly, but not very knowledgeable. However, they were hesitant to provide a written confirmation of an additional cash payment.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location is great with a view over the lake, but being under the hotel terrace can detract from the experience.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience needs improvement as there are limited food options and additional charges even for basic items.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were okay, but being located under the hotel terrace might affect the overall experience.
Glen
United States of America,
February
2024
8.4/10
The hotel has a stunning view of the lagoon, ocean, and swimming pool, offering basic amenities in very spacious and exceptionally clean rooms that look brand new. Being situated by the 'lake,' actually a river forming a lake-like setting during high tide, enhances the ambiance. However, the menu could be overwhelming for the chef, and the dining options lack variety.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms had a beautiful view of the lagoon, ocean, and swimming pool and were very spacious and clean despite the hotel's age.
Service
8.0
The service was friendly, helpful, and polite. However, there was reluctance in providing a written confirmation for an additional cash payment due to their bank.
Location
9.0
The location is spectacular by the river mouth, providing a wonderful environment with no mosquitoes near the coast. Dining outside on the deck in the evenings is fabulous.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience could have been more varied. However, there is an amazing selection of dishes available.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities at the hotel are top-notch and well-maintained.
C.
United States of America,
February
2024
8.2/10
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The rooms, especially those with a balcony under the terrace, were spacious and clean, perfect for relaxation. The service was top-notch, with courteous staff making my stay even more enjoyable. The location, though a bit noisy on weekends, is brilliant with a beautiful waterside view. The dining experience offered good options, but the breakfast was a bit bread-heavy. Overall, a comfortable and friendly hotel.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were spacious and clean, ideal for relaxation.
Service
9.0
The staff, especially the receptionist, was the most courteous and attentive during my stay.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location by the waterside provided a charming view of fishermen at work in the morning.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were good, but there were too many bread items in the breakfast.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities were modern and convenient for guests.
Mark
United States of America,
December
2023
8.8/10
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The rooms are large, well airconditioned, and surprisingly clean for a hotel with many years under its belt. The beds were so comfortable with superior bedlinen, and I loved the great view and spacious balconies, despite the heat. The service was top-notch with friendly and helpful staff, and the location was truly spectacular right next to the river mouth. The dining experience was decent, offering a good selection of fruit, pastries, and more. Overall, a great value for money!
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were spacious and very clean, felt like new, and had a great view and balconies.
Service
9.0
The staff was very nice and extra helpful and polite.
Location
10.0
The location is spectacular right next to the river mouth, offering fantastic views.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was quite good with a nice selection of food.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were more than satisfactory, enhancing my overall experience.
Francis
United Kingdom,
October
2023
8.4/10
The hotel offers a stunning view of the lagoon, ocean, and swimming pool, making it a must-visit for the view alone. The rooms are clean and come with fairly decent amenities, including good Wi-Fi for Skype calls. However, the rooms offer nothing extraordinary and lack special features.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms had a beautiful view of the lagoon, ocean, and swimming pool.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, from the gym to the restaurant, with extremely helpful staff members.
Location
8.0
The location is spectacular, right next to the river mouth, offering a great view from all rooms.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was excellent, generous, and featured an international array of delicacies with a Lebanese emphasis.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were top-notch and well-maintained, catering to all needs.
Francis
United States of America,
September
2023
8.4/10
I had a fantastic stay at the hotel. The rooms were comfortable with a large bed featuring superior bed linen, and the staff was most of the time friendly, helpful, and smiling. The location was fabulous, especially for my planned activities, and the view overlooking the lake was lovely. Although dining could have been a bit more varied, the breakfast selection of fruit, pastries, bread, scrambled eggs, meat, and cheese was quite good. The facilities were top-notch, making my stay enjoyable overall.
Rooms
9.0
The room I was moved to was absolutely fabulous, comfortable, and spacious.
Service
8.0
The staff was very helpful and willing to accommodate our needs, except for one person who wasn't as helpful.
Location
9.0
The location was fabulous, and eating outside on the deck in the evenings was a great experience.
Dining
7.0
The breakfast was quite good with a decent selection, but it could have been more varied.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities at the hotel were top-notch, adding to the overall enjoyment of my stay.
Phil
United Kingdom,
August
2023
7.2/10
The hotel offers basic but clean rooms with trustworthy and up-to-date room boys. The location is unbeatable right next to the river mouth, though the menus may be overly extensive for the chefs. The Sunday evening buffet is exceptional, but some dining options come at an extra cost. Overall, the hotel provides friendly service with some room for improvement.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms are stale 2.5-star rooms with basic amenities, but they are kept clean and the room boys are trustworthy.
Service
7.0
The service at the in-house restaurant was very friendly and accommodating, although room service was lacking.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location is spectacular right next to the river mouth, offering a stunning view.
Dining
8.0
The Sunday evening buffet was exceptional, but additional food items come at an extra cost.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities meet basic needs but nothing extraordinary.
Christine
United Kingdom,
August
2023
7.8/10
The hotel had very clean and comfortable rooms with amazing views over the water, but the neighborhood was not ideal for walking. The service was great overall, except for a couple of staff members who were not helpful. The dining experience was nice with a good selection of food, although a bit overpriced. The location by the river in downtown Cotonou was convenient for exploring the town.
Rooms
9.0
The room was big, very clean, comfortable, and had the most amazing view over the water.
Service
7.0
The service, especially at the gym and the restaurant, was great. Most of the staff were courteous and friendly, but a few were n't that much helpful.
Location
8.0
The hotel is located on the river in downtown Cotonou, which is brilliant and convenient for getting to any part of town.
Dining
7.0
The dining, however, was quite good with a selection of fruit, pastries, bread, scrambled eggs, meat, and cheese, but seemed a bit overpriced.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities were modern and well-maintained.