Hotels in Cotonou, Benin

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Cotonou, Benin
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Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Cotonou. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Cheapest month:January
Most expensive month:July
Average price in Cotonou:$217/night
Cheapest price found:$25/night
Cheapest day:Monday
Most expensive day:Saturday
$173 - $255
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$188 - $272
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Cheapest hotels in Cotonou, Benin

Discover affordable stays in Cotonou that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Cotonou can be found for as low as $37 per night. There is currently one property in Cotonou that can be booked for this price. Residences Easy Hotel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Cotonou. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2024
Out of the hotels in Cotonou we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
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Rue 2106, Cotonou, Benin
6.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$37
Avg. per night
Rue 391, Cotonou, Benin
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$93
Avg. per night
Boulevard De La Marina, 08 Bp 0929, Cotonou, Benin
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$130
Avg. per night
Rue Bel Air Akpakpa, Cotonou, Benin
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$157
Avg. per night
Fidjrossè Calvaire Cotonou 1052 BJ, Cotonou, Benin
5.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$158
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Cotonou

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Cotonou to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Cotonou at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Hotels located in the Cotonou area sorted by price and hotel class. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hotel class.
2 stars
2 stars and under
Boulevard De La Marina, 08 Bp 0929, Cotonou, Benin
3 stars
3 stars
Rue Bel Air Akpakpa, Cotonou, Benin
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4 stars +
Fidjrossè Calvaire Cotonou 1052 BJ, Cotonou, Benin

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Where to stay in Cotonou

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About Cotonou

With the Gulf of Guinea on one side and Lake Nokoue on the other, you’re never far from waterfront vistas while visiting Cotonou. The port city of Cotonou is one of Africa’s more cosmopolitan destinations, home to a vibrant urban lifestyle of multicultural restaurants, youthful dance bars and market stalls.

Things to do in Cotonou

The red and white stripes of Cotonou Cathedral will immediately catch your attention. Investigate closer and you’ll discover a beloved Roman Catholic church filled with locals, as well as a small bookshop selling works by Africa’s finest writers. Walk a few blocks to Saint Michel Church, which showcases a facade of pastel pinks and greens.

Creativity is easy to find in Cotonou, particularly at Fondation Zinsou, an exhibition hall with African artwork including sculptures, paintings and photography. For more local culture, head to the French Cultural Center of Cotonou, where you can attend workshops, concerts, festivals and exhibitions throughout the year. There’s also a library, small gallery and cinema.

Enticing culinary offerings from around the world can be found throughout Cotonou, particularly along Avenue Jean-Paul II. Dine at L'Impala Restaurant Lounge Bar for tapas and cocktails, Bangkok Terrasse for authentic Thai food or Shamiana for exceptional Indian fare. If you can’t decide on a particular cuisine, walk down Haie Vive, which boasts multiple restaurants, from Moroccan and French to Sushi and Western.

Need some rest? Take your towel and swimmers to Fidjrossé Beach, a popular local hangout with luxury villas, restaurants and water sports. Don’t miss the Dantokpa Fetish Market, a relatively hidden gem where voodoo items and traditional medicines are sold alongside laptops, CDs and clothes.

Getting around Cotonou

The fastest and easiest way around Cotonou is by the local taxis called zemi-johns. You can also use zemidjans, which are moped taxis. You can also use buses for travelling long distances, many of which depart from Etoile Rouge station, including the popular ATT services.

Facts about staying in Cotonou

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Cotonou to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 28 March 2024.
  • What are the best hotels in Cotonou?

    Cotonou is home to many highly-rated hotels, one of which is Tahiti Hotel, which has a current rating of 8.1. For other potential stays, consider Hotel Du Lac and Hotel Saint-Jean, which can also be great places to stay in Cotonou.

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