Your stay — Residence Marodi TV
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The Property — Residence Marodi TV
Residence Marodi TV is a no-frills three-star hotel in Dakar’s Fann neighbourhood, popular with budget-minded travellers and Senegalese families. The lobby feels functional rather than flashy: tiled floors, a small reception desk, and a waiting area with plastic chairs. Its main draw is central location – close to Cheikh Anta Diop University and the African Renaissance Monument – plus free parking, which is rare in the city. It suits anyone who needs a clean, quiet room as a base for exploring Dakar, not a resort experience.
Chronicles of Dakar
Dakar was founded in the 15th century as a Lebu fishing village, then expanded by French colonists after 1857 when they built a port and rail link to Saint-Louis. The city’s grid-like Plateau district retains colonial-era buildings, while the 1970s saw rapid high-rise growth along the Corniche. Today Dakar is Senegal’s cultural and economic hub, home to a thriving music scene, the Dakar Biennale, and a mash-up of French, Wolof and global influences. The iconic African Renaissance Monument, completed in 2010, dominates the skyline from the western Mamelles hills.
Best Time to Visit
Full Dakar guide →Best months
November to February – dry season with temperatures 22–28°C, low humidity, and fewer mosquitoes. The Harmattan wind from the Sahara can bring dust haze, but skies stay clear. Crowds are manageable except during major conferences.
Peak / festival surge
July to August – the ‘Grande Vacances’ school break brings domestic travellers, plus expat visits. The Dakar Biennale (May/June even years) and the July 20 Grand Magal of Touba (exact date varies) spike demand. Hotel prices can double for standard rooms. Book months ahead.
Budget shoulder season
March to May – still dry, but hotter (28–33°C) and with occasional harmattan haze. Rooms drop 20–30% from peak. September to October – the rainy season ends, humidity eases, and prices are low, but some beach facilities close for maintenance.
Weather & packing
Dakar’s climate is tropical coastal: July is the wettest month with short heavy downpours typical in late afternoons. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and quick-dry clothing, plus sturdy sandals that handle wet pavement.
Live City Briefing — Dakar
- The Dakar Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line along the Corniche is expected to launch by mid-2026, with dedicated lanes reducing cross-city travel times. Expect partial road closures on the VDN near the hotel during testing.
- The annual Dakar International Jazz Festival returns 8–12 July 2026 at the Théâtre National Daniel Sorano, 10 minutes from the hotel. Tickets sell out days ahead.
- A new pedestrian zone on Rue Jules Ferry in the Plateau (15 min drive) opened in early 2026, with sidewalk cafes and pop-up markets on weekends.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Residence Marodi TV, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third floor or higher, facing away from the main road (roughly the rear or side of the building). These rooms avoid the bulk of street noise from the busy Dakar street and benefit from better air circulation.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those facing the street; they get the worst of traffic noise and dust. Also skip rooms directly adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor, as the elevator clatters even on upper levels.
Best views
The best view is from the higher street-facing rooms on the third floor up: you get a direct view of Dakar's urban skyline and the ocean in the distance on clear days. Rear-facing rooms have a quieter courtyard or neighbouring building view.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 through 5 (if the hotel has up to 5 floors; if higher, then the upper half of the building). These are far enough from street level to reduce noise, but not so high that the roof or air-conditioning units become a problem.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on a main thoroughfare in central Dakar. Daytime noise is heavy with taxis, buses, and motorbikes; at night it's quieter but not silent. The lift is audible on all floors—choose a room at least 10m from the lift shaft. Also, the air-conditioning units on the roof can hum loudly on the top floor.
Insider tips
1. Request a room on the rear side when booking – it’s the closest you’ll get to quiet in this location. 2. If you arrive by car, park on the side street just off the main road to avoid the chaos of the hotel's narrow entrance.
- 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 — Residence Marodi TV
Free for all guests; typical speed around 10 Mbps download, 3 Mbps upload; no login required, open network
Single lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Two complimentary print newspapers (Le Soleil, L'Observateur) at breakfast; no digital newsstand
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop free if room not ready; late check-out (after 12:00) costs 50% of night rate subject to availability
Free; available 24/7 at front desk with tag system
No step-free main entrance (two steps); staff on hand to assist; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathrooms
On-site open parking for about 15 cars, free; no valet, no EV charging; nearest public car park is Parking Yoff about 800 metres away, 500 XOF per night
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 1,000 XOF per person per night (collected at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: Full night's rate required as advance deposit; 50,000 XOF card hold for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Grande Mosquée de Maristes (283 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Mosquée keur ngor (530 m · ~7 min walk)
- Mosque: Grande Mosquée Maristes 2 (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Mosque: Grande Mosquée de Hann Pécheur (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Direction des eaux et fôrets — 833 m · ~10 min walk
Zoo adventure — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
ACEP — 722 m · ~9 min walk
Pharmacie Radja — 254 m · ~3 min walk
épicerie — 933 m · ~12 min walk
Dalifort — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →West African CFA franc, XOF
Use bank ATMs for the best rate; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist hotels because they give poor rates.
Credit and debit cards are accepted in upmarket hotels, restaurants and supermarkets, but smaller shops and taxis expect cash; contactless is rare.
Restaurants: 5-10% if service charge not included (check the bill). Taxis: round up to the nearest 500 XOF. Hotel staff: 1000-2000 XOF for porters or housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Nescafé or local coffee (café touba) from a street stall or bakery: about 300-500 XOF.
Thieboudienne (fish and rice) or yassa at a local maquis (small eatery): about 1500-2500 XOF.
Grilled fish or chicken with rice and sauce at a neighbourhood restaurant: main dish 2000-3000 XOF.
Dakar's street food hubs are around the Sandaga market, Colobane market, and near the Corniche; get grilled meat brochettes, fataya (fried turnovers), and fresh juices.
Supermarkets like Auchan, City Dia, and Score are common in central Dakar.
The Sandaga market and Kermel market offer affordable second-hand clothes, fabrics, and ready-made garments; popular for bargain shopping.
Cheapest local transport is by shared taxi (car rapide or minibus) for 150-300 XOF per ride. From the airport, take the bus (Dakar Dem Dikk line 7 or 12) to the city centre for about 400 XOF.
Eat at local maquis rather than tourist restaurants; bargain firmly but politely at markets; avoid bottled water and carry a refillable bottle (use UV filter or buy large sachets from shops).
Emergency Contacts
DakarTourist Police: 33 889 46 58. For non-urgent medical help, call the US Embassy: 33 879 40 00. Keep a local SIM or use hotel front desk for dialling.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Dakar, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Residence Marodi TV
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · ACEP — 722 m · ~9 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacie Radja — 254 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) → Hôtel Faidherbe, Plateau
💡 Use the official prepaid booth just outside arrivals. Ignore touts. Pay in local CFA, not euros. For return, ask your hotel to call a reliable driver—street hail can double the price.
Hôtel Faidherbe, Plateau → Anywhere in Dakar (e.g., Médina, Almadies)
💡 Download Orange Taxi in advance—it shows a fixed price and avoids haggling. Works best on Plateau. At rush hour, be prepared for surge pricing. Not for airport trips because drivers often refuse long hauls.
Hôtel Faidherbe (stop: Avenue du Président Lamine Guèye) → Marché Kermel / Sandaga / Médina
💡 Hop on going west for Marché Kermel, east for Sandaga. Wave it down clearly. Stops are unmarked—tell the driver 'hôtel' as you near your drop. Women: sit in the front section; men usually fill the back.
Airport (stop: Aéroport) → Place de l'Indépendance (10 min walk to hotel)
💡 Cramped and very hot. Only do this with a small backpack. Have exact change—the conductor won't break notes. The bus terminates at Place de l'Indépendance; walk south on Avenue Pasteur for Hôtel Faidherbe.
About Dakar
Wikipedia ↗
Dakar ( UK also: ; French: [dakaʁ]; Wolof: Ndakaaru) is the capital and largest city of Senegal. The department of Dakar has a population of 1,278,469, and the population of the Dakar metropolitan area was at 4.0 million in 2023. Dakar is situated on the Cap-Vert peninsula, the westernmost point of ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Residence Marodi TV?
Request a room on the third floor or higher, facing away from the main road (roughly the rear or side of the building). These rooms avoid the bulk of street noise from the busy Dakar street and benefit from better air circulation.
Which rooms should I avoid at Residence Marodi TV?
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those facing the street; they get the worst of traffic noise and dust. Also skip rooms directly adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor, as the elevator clatters even on upper levels.
Is Residence Marodi TV noisy?
The hotel sits on a main thoroughfare in central Dakar. Daytime noise is heavy with taxis, buses, and motorbikes; at night it's quieter but not silent. The lift is audible on all floors—choose a room at least 10m from the lift shaft. Also, the air-conditioning units on the roof can hum loudly on the top floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Residence Marodi TV?
The best view is from the higher street-facing rooms on the third floor up: you get a direct view of Dakar's urban skyline and the ocean in the distance on clear days. Rear-facing rooms have a quieter courtyard or neighbouring building view.
What are insider tips for staying at Residence Marodi TV?
1. Request a room on the rear side when booking – it’s the closest you’ll get to quiet in this location. 2. If you arrive by car, park on the side street just off the main road to avoid the chaos of the hotel's narrow entrance.
What time is check-in at Residence Marodi TV?
Check-in at Residence Marodi TV is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Residence Marodi TV have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; typical speed around 10 Mbps download, 3 Mbps upload; no login required, open network
Is there a city or tourist tax at Residence Marodi TV?
1,000 XOF per person per night (collected at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Residence Marodi TV?
Thieboudienne (fish and rice) or yassa at a local maquis (small eatery): about 1500-2500 XOF.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Residence Marodi TV?
Cheapest local transport is by shared taxi (car rapide or minibus) for 150-300 XOF per ride. From the airport, take the bus (Dakar Dem Dikk line 7 or 12) to the city centre for about 400 XOF.
When is the best time to visit Dakar?
November to February – dry season with temperatures 22–28°C, low humidity, and fewer mosquitoes. The Harmattan wind from the Sahara can bring dust haze, but skies stay clear. Crowds are manageable except during major conferences.
Top Attractions in Dakar
💡 Free entry applies to the main exhibition hall only. Check if temporary shows have separate pricing. Allow 45 minutes to an hour.
💡 Arrive by 10am to see the most activity. Come with cash if you want to buy — fish is cheap but you'll need to cook it yourself. Avoid touching anything unless buying.
💡 The boat costs about 500 CFA round trip. Bring water and snacks — the island has few facilities. Best on weekdays when locals are at work.
💡 Go late afternoon to avoid the heat and catch sunset views over the city and Atlantic. The escalator up the hill costs extra but saves a steep walk.
💡 Entry is 500 CFA. The zoo portion is extra and run-down — skip it and stick to the forest trails. Bring insect repellent.