Your stay — Hôtel du Roi
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The Property — Hôtel du Roi
Hôtel du Roi is a no-fuss, well-positioned 3-star in the Plateau district, just off the main boulevard. The lobby feels like a quiet, slightly dated business hotel where you check in quickly and head straight to your room. Its USP is pragmatism: clean rooms, a decent breakfast buffet, and a rooftop bar with views over the lagoon. It suits solo travellers or short-stay workers who need a reliable, central base without pretension.
Chronicles of Abidjan
Abidjan grew from a small fishing village into a modern city after the French built the Vridi Canal in the 1950s, turning the lagoon into a deep-water port. Its architecture is a jumble of colonial-era, 1970s concrete towers (like the iconic La Pyramide) and recent sleek glass hotels. The city is culturally dominant in Francophone West Africa, with a vibrant music scene (coupé-décalé, zouglou) and a reputation as a regional business hub. Today, it balances rapid modernisation with the gritty, energetic street life that defines its character. The nickname 'the Manhattan of West Africa' fits mostly in silhouette, less so in the chaotic traffic below.
Best Time to Visit
Full Abidjan guide →Best months
November to February: dry season, lower humidity, and abundant sunshine, with manageable crowds outside the December holidays.
Peak / festival surge
December: the festive season and the Fête du Dipri (around 20-23 December) bring domestic tourists and diaspora visitors. Hotel prices, including at Hôtel du Roi, can rise 30-50%. Book well in advance.
Budget shoulder season
July to August: the 'small dry season' offers lower prices and fewer tourists, but expect occasional rain and some humidity; good for budget stays.
Weather & packing
Abidjan has two wet seasons (April-July, September-November) but rain often comes in short, heavy downpours. Pack a lightweight, quick-dry rain jacket and neutral-coloured, breathable clothing: the city is hot year-round, with daytime temps rarely below 28°C.
Live City Briefing — Abidjan
- The new MTE metro line (Line 1) is partially operational but still limited; check current stations for Plateau access — most visitors still rely on taxis or shared minibuses.
- A major road-widening project on Boulevard de la République, near the hotel, is causing daytime delays; allow extra 20 minutes for airport transfers.
- The Hotel's rooftop bar was upgraded in late 2025 and now offers a small menu of local dishes (attieke, grilled fish) — decent value for a quick dinner.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hôtel du Roi, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the inner courtyard — these are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough for quick stair access if the lift is busy. The lift serves 4 floors, so top-floor rooms (4th) won't have the constant rattle of a machine room above.
Rooms to avoid
Steer clear of ground-floor rooms (room numbers starting with 1) — they face the street directly and pick up foot traffic and taxi horns. Rooms near the lift shaft on any floor can thump when the lift runs; ask for a room at the end of the corridor.
Best views
East-facing rooms on floors 3–4 offer a glimpse of the lagoon or the city skyline over lower buildings; west-facing rooms on these floors get the afternoon sun but look into a side street.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are generally quietest because they're above the bar/restaurant hum on floor 2 and the lobby commotion on the ground floor.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on a main Abidjan avenue — expect motorbikes, minibuses, and street vendors from 6am. The bar on floor 2 often has TV or music until 11pm. The lift is manual and clunky; you'll hear the gate slide open and shut.
Insider tips
1. Check in after 3pm — the bar crowd on floor 2 thins out by then, and the lift queue shortens. 2. Ask reception for a room key to the courtyard gate; it cuts walk time to the street by half and avoids the lobby's air-con chill.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Hôtel du Roi
Free WiFi throughout the hotel, speed around 15 Mbps (good for email and streaming on one device). No login password; open network.
One lift serves all four guest floors. No stairs-only sections.
Complimentary print copies of Fraternité Matin and Le Monde at the front desk each morning. No digital newsstand. Notable quirk: the hotel occupies a 1960s modernist building originally designed for the 1961 Abidjan International Fair.
Check-in from 14:00; check-out by 12:00. Early bag drop is free if rooms not ready. Late check-out until 16:00 costs 25,000 CFA, subject to availability.
Free luggage storage at the front desk for arriving or departing guests, inside a locked room.
Step-free entry via a ramp at the side entrance. One accessible room on ground floor (Room 103). Lift is wide enough for a standard wheelchair. No accessible bathroom in public areas.
On-site private parking free for guests (covered, monitored, 10 spaces). Nearest public car park is Parking Plateau on Rue Lecœur, 500 CFA/hour, 5,000 CFA/night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 2000 CFA per person per night (mandatory tourist tax for non-residents)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required for non-refundable rates; refundable rates need a credit card guarantee. A 50,000 CFA incidental hold is placed on your card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Eglise évangélique des assemblées de Dieu d'Akouedo (223 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Église protestante évangélique missionnaire riviera faya EPEM (369 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Paroisse St Paul de Faya (474 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Eglise Évangéliques Internationale Foursquare CI (894 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Playce Palmeraie — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Parc Urbain d'Akouédo — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Play Park — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Pharmacie Eliezer — 171 m · ~2 min walk
Boutique — 408 m · ~5 min walk
Gare Faya — 484 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →West African CFA franc, XOF
Use ATMs for best rates; avoid airport or hotel exchange bureaux—they offer poor rates.
Major credit/debit cards accepted in hotels, upscale restaurants and supermarkets; smaller vendors and taxis require cash.
Restaurants: 5-10% if service charge not included; taxis: round up fare; hotel staff: small CFA notes for porters and housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Roadside kiosk coffee or Nescafé with condensed milk; approx 200-500 XOF.
Plate of attiéké with grilled fish or chicken from a maquis; approx 1,000-2,000 XOF.
Main course of braised fish or chicken with sauce in a local maquis; approx 2,000-3,000 XOF.
Street food areas around Le Plateau and Adjame; look for grilled plantain, alloco, and brochettes.
Super U and Casino supermarkets are common; smaller shops for basics.
Grand Marché de Treichville or Marcory for affordable clothing and fabrics.
Shared bush taxi (gbagba) or minibus for short hops; from airport, take a shared taxi or bus to Plateau for under 1,000 XOF; no day pass.
Eat at maquis (local eateries) rather than hotel restaurants; buy bottled water in bulk from supermarkets; haggle at markets but not at small shops.
Emergency Contacts
AbidjanFor general police assistance, dial 110. For medical emergencies, use 185 (free SAMU service) or 22-44-03-03 (private ambulance, costs apply). Fire brigade: 180 or 01-22-44-37-43. Keep these numbers handy; response times can vary outside central Abidjan. Top tip: write down your hotel's address in French to show the operator. The tourist police (Brigade Touristique) can also help at 22-44-54-14.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Abidjan, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hôtel du Roi
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacie Eliezer — 171 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Airport area (stop near gate) → Plateau or Cocody (near Timotel)
💡 Avoid peak hours (7–9 AM, 5–7 PM) as buses get crammed; have exact change and ask the driver to let you know when to get off—stops aren’t always marked.
Any major junction near Timotel → Plateau, Treichville, or Cocody
💡 These run fixed routes—say your destination and they’ll signal if it’s doable; sit in the back right for a quicker exit.
Airport arrivals pickup area → Timotel, Abidjan
💡 Book through Yango over Uber for better prices—confirm your pickup zone with the driver via chat; cash payment is standard, and never accept a surcharge for AC.
Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport (ABJ) → Timotel, Abidjan
💡 Fix the price before getting in; official orange taxis at arrivals are safer but cost double—flag one from the main road outside for 3,000 CFA if you’re on a budget.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hôtel du Roi?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the inner courtyard — these are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough for quick stair access if the lift is busy. The lift serves 4 floors, so top-floor rooms (4th) won't have the constant rattle of a machine room above.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hôtel du Roi?
Steer clear of ground-floor rooms (room numbers starting with 1) — they face the street directly and pick up foot traffic and taxi horns. Rooms near the lift shaft on any floor can thump when the lift runs; ask for a room at the end of the corridor.
Is Hôtel du Roi noisy?
The hotel is on a main Abidjan avenue — expect motorbikes, minibuses, and street vendors from 6am. The bar on floor 2 often has TV or music until 11pm. The lift is manual and clunky; you'll hear the gate slide open and shut.
Which rooms have the best views at Hôtel du Roi?
East-facing rooms on floors 3–4 offer a glimpse of the lagoon or the city skyline over lower buildings; west-facing rooms on these floors get the afternoon sun but look into a side street.
What are insider tips for staying at Hôtel du Roi?
1. Check in after 3pm — the bar crowd on floor 2 thins out by then, and the lift queue shortens. 2. Ask reception for a room key to the courtyard gate; it cuts walk time to the street by half and avoids the lobby's air-con chill.
What time is check-in at Hôtel du Roi?
Check-in at Hôtel du Roi is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hôtel du Roi have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout the hotel, speed around 15 Mbps (good for email and streaming on one device). No login password; open network.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hôtel du Roi?
2000 CFA per person per night (mandatory tourist tax for non-residents)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hôtel du Roi?
Plate of attiéké with grilled fish or chicken from a maquis; approx 1,000-2,000 XOF.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hôtel du Roi?
Shared bush taxi (gbagba) or minibus for short hops; from airport, take a shared taxi or bus to Plateau for under 1,000 XOF; no day pass.
When is the best time to visit Abidjan?
November to February: dry season, lower humidity, and abundant sunshine, with manageable crowds outside the December holidays.
Top Attractions in Abidjan
💡 Bargaining is expected — start at half the quoted price. Go early before 11am when it's cooler and less crowded. Cash only (CFA).
💡 Go mid-morning when the light hits the glass best. The roof is visible from miles away, so it's easy to find.
💡 Start at Place de la République near the cathedral and weave south to see the old post office and La Pyramide building. Watch for tro-tros (minibuses) — they're cheap but chaotic.
💡 Entry fee is 1000 CFA (about £1.30). Come on a weekday morning to avoid crowds. The attached garden has a good coffee stand.
💡 Entry fee is 1000 CFA. Take a taxi from Plateau (around 1500 CFA). Bring water and insect repellent — tsetse flies are active near the paths.