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Somatel Hotel

Property class: 3
Beaux Arts Douala hotel with outdoor pool, connected to the convention center

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Located just 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from the airport, Somatel Hotel offers a free shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests can indulge in beachside massages and enjoy local cuisine at La Voute, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. An outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a snack bar/deli are other features.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Babysitting
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Area shuttle

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A neatly made bed with white bedding and a beige throw blanket, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp and a notepad.

Standard Double Room

  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Room

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom with a sink and bathtub.

Junior Room

  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room (Annex)

A hotel room with a wooden wardrobe, a bedside table with a phone and a book, and a bed with white linens.

Room (Annex)

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE STANDARD

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

SINGLE ANNEX

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Rue Akwa-Bali, Douala, 17546

What's nearby

  • Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Espace Doual'art - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Douala Maritime Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Eko Market - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Port of Douala - 2 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Douala (DLA-Douala Intl.) - 15 min drive
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Terrific Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wandafull terasse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪SUN CITY - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Opiom Bali - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bar A Tapas - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Somatel Hotel

  • Located just 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from the airport, Somatel Hotel offers a free shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests can indulge in beachside massages and enjoy local cuisine at La Voute, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. An outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a snack bar/deli are other features.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 52 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time ends: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
    • Couples wishing to share a room must provide proof of marriage
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Children

    • One child (10 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

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

Parking

    • Free secured onsite self parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
    • Ferry terminal shuttle*
DONE

Offsite

    • Area shuttle*
    • Beach shuttle*
    • Shopping center shuttle*
    • Casino shuttle*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2007
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool
  • Beaux Arts architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service

What to enjoy

  • Balcony
  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

La Voute - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.

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 5.27 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 14 per person
  • Area shuttle service to the beach, casino, and shopping center is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

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Somatel Douala
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Frequently asked questions

Does Somatel Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Somatel Hotel 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 Somatel Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Somatel Hotel?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Somatel Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Somatel Hotel?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Somatel Hotel?

Check-in ends: anytime. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Somatel Hotel and nearby?

Somatel Hotel has an outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Somatel Hotel?

Yes, La Voute offers local cuisine.

Does Somatel Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Somatel Hotel like?

Somatel Hotel is in Akwa II, a short 6-minute walk from Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul and 10 minutes' walk from Espace Doual'art.

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