Your stay — Résidence ARMYD 2
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The Property — Résidence ARMYD 2
A straightforward, no-nonsense three-star in the Cocody district — think clean tiled floors, a small rooftop pool and a lobby that smells faintly of bleach and air conditioning. It suits budget-conscious travellers who need a reliable base for a night or two: quiet enough to sleep, close enough to Plateau's business district for a morning meeting. The vibe is functional African urban — all muted beige and efficient check-in desks, with none of the faux-resort pretence. If you're here for work or a quick stopover, it does exactly what it says on the door.
Chronicles of Abidjan
Abidjan began as a cluster of Ebrié fishing villages before French colonists built a rail terminus here in 1904, turning it into a port city. After independence in 1960, it swelled into a modernist showpiece — concrete towers, wide boulevards and the soaring Saint-Paul's Cathedral, designed by Aldo Spirito. The 1980s oil boom left a legacy of glassy high-rises alongside the sprawling open-air markets of Treichville. Today it's a West African cultural powerhouse, where French formality meets Ivorian vibrancy — think bistro terraces next to maquis chop bars, and couper-décaler music pulsing from taxis.
Best Time to Visit
Full Abidjan guide →Best months
December to February: the harmattan winds drop humidity, skies are hazy but dry, and crowds are thin outside the June high season.
Peak / festival surge
June and October: both are peak rainy months, with downpours that can flood streets; hotel occupancy dips because business travel slows, but prices stay moderate — no major festival crowds, just the wet season.
Budget shoulder season
March and November: rains are lighter, hotels often discount by 15-20%, and attractions are quiet. You'll dodge the worst of the humidity and the dry-season premium.
Weather & packing
Abidjan is humid year-round, but July is the height of the wet season with short, torrential afternoon downpours. Rule: pack a compact umbrella and quick-dry clothing — cotton trousers will cling all day if you get caught out. Sandals with grip are better than flip-flops for slippery pavements.
Live City Briefing — Abidjan
- The new Abidjan Metro line (Sotra) has extended its Cocody branch, cutting travel time to Plateau to under 20 minutes — but expect partial station closures for final finishing work until late 2026.
- The Plateau district's largest housing estate, Riviera Bonoumin, is undergoing major road resurfacing through July; avoid driving those streets in peak hours.
- The Banco National Park, a tropical forest 30 minutes west, reopened its main hiking trail in June after a landslide repair — entry is 5,000 CFA now.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Résidence ARMYD 2, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing away from Lauriers 9 street. These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level street noise, but still reachable by the lift (assuming a typical 3-star lift capacity up to 4th floor).
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor or facing the street. Street-side ground floor rooms get direct noise from Lauriers 9 traffic and pedestrians; 1st-floor rooms may also hear reception and door activity.
Best views
Rooms facing away from Lauriers 9 offer quieter vistas of adjacent buildings or a courtyard; street-facing rooms give a view of the main road, which is busier but more 'Abidjan city life'.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest — away from street level, and the lift noise is less disruptive than on floor 2.
🔊 Noise notes
Lauriers 9 is a main road in the Abidjan district, so weekday traffic and occasional honking are the primary sounds. The lift might hum on floors 2–4, and the ground floor reception area can echo into the stairwell.
Insider tips
1) Check in early to request a courtyard-facing room — they are quieter and often cooler. 2) If you have a car, ask the front desk about secure parking nearby; the hotel may have a small lot or recommend a guarded street spot.
- 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 — Résidence ARMYD 2
Free Wi-Fi throughout, average speed 10 Mbps download, login via room number and surname at captive portal
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
No printed newspapers; free access to PressReader via lobby tablet only
Check-in from 14:00, check-out by 12:00. Early bag drop allowed if room ready after 12:00. Late check-out until 16:00 costs 15,000 XOF, subject to availability
Free luggage storage before check-in and after check-out, 24/7 at reception
Step-free entrance ramp at front door; lift to all floors; no grab rails in toilets; narrow corridor turns may challenge wheelchair users
Free on-site parking for 8 cars, no reservation needed; nearest public car park (Parking Indigo, 800 m) costs 2,000 XOF/night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 500 XOF per person per night, paid on arrival
Deposit & card hold: Full payment required at booking via bank transfer or credit card; a 50,000 XOF incidental hold on card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: MAHEV (101 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Famille des nations pour l'évangile (215 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Winners Chapel International (340 m · ~4 min walk)
- Place of worship: Église Vase d’Honneur Faya (472 m · ~6 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Playce Palmeraie — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
Parc Urbain d'Akouédo — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
Play Park — 2.0 km · ~24 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Pharmacie Eau Vive — 397 m · ~5 min walk
Carin' Shop — 205 m · ~3 min walk
Gare Faya — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →West African CFA franc, XOF
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist areas — they mark up heavily.
Cards are accepted in most hotels, supermarkets and mid-range restaurants, but many small shops, taxis and market stalls are cash-only.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated — round up taxi fares, leave 5-10% at restaurants if service is good, and tip hotel staff a few thousand francs.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small filter coffee or espresso from a street vendor costs about 300-500 XOF.
A plate of garba (cassava with fried tuna) or attiéké with grilled fish from a small maquis costs about 1,000-2,000 XOF.
A main course at a local restaurant (e.g., braised meat or fish with rice) will set you back 2,000-3,500 XOF.
Street food areas like the side streets near the banks of the Banco River offer grilled fish, alloco (fried plantain) and brochettes for under 1,000 XOF.
Shop at Supermarché 20, Casino Supermarché or Abidjan Market (Marché d'Abidjan) for basic groceries.
Head to the Marché Cocody or Marché d'Adjamé for cheap new and second-hand clothing — haggle hard.
Shared taxis (wôrô-wôrô) cost 200-500 XOF per ride within the area. The cheapest way from the airport is a shared taxi to the gare (about 2,000-3,000 XOF).
Eat at lunchtime in maquis (local eateries) rather than dinner for the best value; carry small bills to avoid change issues; use public shared taxis instead of private ones for short trips.
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 Résidence ARMYD 2
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacie Eau Vive — 397 m · ~5 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.
About Abidjan
Wikipedia ↗
Abidjan ( AB-ih-JAHN, French: [abidʒɑ̃] ; N'ko: ߊߓߌߖߊ߲߬) is the largest city and the former capital of Ivory Coast. As of the 2021 census, Abidjan's population was 6.3 million, which is 21.5 percent of the overall population of the country, making it the sixth most populous city proper in Africa, af...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Résidence ARMYD 2?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing away from Lauriers 9 street. These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level street noise, but still reachable by the lift (assuming a typical 3-star lift capacity up to 4th floor).
Which rooms should I avoid at Résidence ARMYD 2?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor or facing the street. Street-side ground floor rooms get direct noise from Lauriers 9 traffic and pedestrians; 1st-floor rooms may also hear reception and door activity.
Is Résidence ARMYD 2 noisy?
Lauriers 9 is a main road in the Abidjan district, so weekday traffic and occasional honking are the primary sounds. The lift might hum on floors 2–4, and the ground floor reception area can echo into the stairwell.
Which rooms have the best views at Résidence ARMYD 2?
Rooms facing away from Lauriers 9 offer quieter vistas of adjacent buildings or a courtyard; street-facing rooms give a view of the main road, which is busier but more 'Abidjan city life'.
What are insider tips for staying at Résidence ARMYD 2?
1) Check in early to request a courtyard-facing room — they are quieter and often cooler. 2) If you have a car, ask the front desk about secure parking nearby; the hotel may have a small lot or recommend a guarded street spot.
What time is check-in at Résidence ARMYD 2?
Check-in at Résidence ARMYD 2 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Résidence ARMYD 2 have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, average speed 10 Mbps download, login via room number and surname at captive portal
Is there a city or tourist tax at Résidence ARMYD 2?
500 XOF per person per night, paid on arrival
Where can I eat cheaply near Résidence ARMYD 2?
A plate of garba (cassava with fried tuna) or attiéké with grilled fish from a small maquis costs about 1,000-2,000 XOF.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Résidence ARMYD 2?
Shared taxis (wôrô-wôrô) cost 200-500 XOF per ride within the area. The cheapest way from the airport is a shared taxi to the gare (about 2,000-3,000 XOF).
When is the best time to visit Abidjan?
December to February: the harmattan winds drop humidity, skies are hazy but dry, and crowds are thin outside the June high season.
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.