Visiting Senegal

Hotel de la Poste

The famous Hotel de la Poste in Saint Louis, Senegal is one of the most well-known historic hotels in the country. The hotel dates back to when Saint Louis was a crucial stop on international postal routes. Famous aviators like Jean Mermoz stayed there in its heyday.

The hotel is located right at the entrance to Saint Louis’ old town, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is situated just across the bridge from the newer part of the city and right near the main sightseeing attractions. The hotel is also a short walk from the beaches of the Langue de Barbarie.

The 39 guest rooms at the Hotel de la Post in Saint Louis, Senegal come standard with televisions, air conditioning, telephones, and WiFi. They are spacious in size and decorated in a mix of period and modern furniture.

The Hotel de la Poste also features a restaurant called Flamingo that serves great seafood and traditional Senegalese cuisine. It has views over the bridge and the river, and attracts people from all over Saint Louis. The buzzing space hosts live jazz musicians that serenade diners.

The hotel also has a large swimming pool, which is the perfect place for sunbathing and afternoon cocktails. Additionally, there are two conference rooms for business meetings. For those that feel adventurous, the hotel offers excursions to places like the Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary and the Langue de Barbarie.

Rates at the Hotel de la Poste in Saint Louis, Senegal are 30,600 CFA per night for singles, 37,200 CFA for doubles, and 44,800 CFA for triples. There is also a small Senegal tourism tax of 600 CFA per person per night. Additionally, you can choose half or full-board meal options, as well as transportation to and from Dakar.

Hotel Mermoz

Hotel Mermoz in Saint Louis, Senegal is a great place to stay when you are visiting the region.

The hotel is located at the end of a 4 kilometer peninsula of beach on the outskirts of the historic Saint Louis city center. It is in a great location for those that like to relax and stay in a place outside of the urban bustle.

Hotel Mermoz in Saint Louis has a number of different types of room on offer. They range from basic accommodation in small rooms with beds and chairs to larger ones with lots of space and more furniture and amenities. All rooms have ensuite bathrooms and mosquito nets.

The hotel also has a beachfront restaurant and bar, a large swimming pool, lounge areas, and its own resident turtles. It is a great place for families, couples, and groups, as there is a lot of room to spread out and enjoy the surroundings.

Hotel Mermoz in Saint Louis also offers day tours to the Parc national des oiseaux du Djoudj (Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary) and other places near the city. For those that want to stay closer to home, the hotel’s beach is pristine and is a great place for sunbathing.

Les Collines de Niassam

Les Collines de Niassam Lodge
Address: Palmarin Ngallou, BP 08 JOAL – Senegal
Phone: +221 77 639 06 39

Les Collines de Niassam Lodge in Palmarin is one of the best hotels in Senegal.

Located in the Palmarin Nature Reserve at the southern tip of the Petie Cote and just above the Sine-Saloum Delta and the border with The Gambia, Les Collines de Niassam Lodge is an excellent luxury eco resort and a great place to base yourself during your holiday in Senegal.

Les Collines de Niassam Lodge is unique in that all of its rooms are stand-alone bungalows. Some are located on the ground, while others are tree houses or over-lagoon bungalows. The unique experience of staying in one of the tree houses at Les Collines de Niassam is highly recommended.

Apart from the rooms, Les Collines de Niassam Lodge offers a small central lobby building, a pool with lounge chairs, a lagoon with boats, and beautiful grounds.

Les Collines de Niassam is situated on a large lagoon and is a short 1km walk from the beaches on the Atlantic coast of Senegal.

Activities such as night hyena drives, river safaris, nature walks, Senegalese dancing, massage, and more are available through the hotel and local tour operators in Senegal.

The restaurant at Les Collines de Niassam offers a choice of indoor or outdoor seating, and breakfast can be served in your room or at the restaurant. The food is excellent and the chef specializes in French-African cuisine.

Room rates at Les Collines de Niassam Lodge start at 90 euros per person per night (half board). Discounts are available for families.