Dein Aufenthalt — Fleur de Lys
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Das Eigentum — Fleur de Lys
The Fleur de Lys is a modest 3-star in Dakar’s Plateau district, with a courtyard that feels more like a quiet village square than a city hotel. Its whitewashed walls and wrought-iron balconies recall the colonial-era buildings around it, but the reliable air conditioning and decent breakfast make it a practical base for business travellers or independent explorers. There’s a small pool that provides genuine relief from the heat, and the staff are efficiently neutral. It suits someone who wants clean, no-fuss accommodation within walking distance of the presidency and the main museum, without any resort pretence.
Chroniken von Dakar
Dakar grew from a small Lebou fishing village into a French colonial capital in the 19th century, its layout shaped by a deep natural harbour that still drives the economy. The city’s architecture mixes Art Deco, neo-Sudanese details from the 1930s, and modern glass towers around the Plateau, while the African Renaissance Monument symbolises a more self-confident contemporary Senegal. Today Dakar is a West African cultural hub, known for its music scene, the biennale Dak’Art, and a street-life energy that blends Wolof, French, and global influences.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Dakar-Guide →Die besten Monate
November to February: dry, sunny, with highs around 27°C and lower humidity. This is the comfortable season before the Harmattan dust fades.
Peak / Festival Surge
December and January are peak season, driven by European winter sun-seekers. Hotel prices rise 20–40% over summer. Dakar’s major music festival, the Dakar Jazz Festival (usually May/June), also pushes rates up locally.
Budget Schulter Saison
April and October offer discounts of up to 30% compared to December. April is dry but slightly hotter (mid-30s°C), October sees the end of the rains with fresher air.
Wetter & Verpackung
Dakar’s a coastal city with a sharp temperature swing between the dry Harmattan wind from the Sahara (cool nights) and humid Atlantic breezes. Pack a light jacket or shawl for evenings, and bring a high-SPF sunscreen—the sun is intense even on overcast days.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Dakar
- Dakar’s new Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line launched in late 2024, cutting cross-city travel time from 90 to 30 minutes. It runs from the suburbs to the Plateau, right past the Fleur de Lys area.
- The Musée des Civilisations Noires has a new temporary exhibition on Sahelian textiles opening in July 2026, worth an afternoon visit for anyone interested in West African design.
- Seasonal note: July is the start of the wet season, with brief heavy afternoon showers—mornings tend to be clear. Ferry services to Gorée Island run normally but book early, as capacity is limited.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Fleur de Lys, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor (if available) facing the inner courtyard or away from the main road. These floors tend to be quieter than the ground floor and less affected by street-level noise, while still giving decent light and air.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (especially those near the reception or entrance), as they can be noisy with foot traffic, check-in activity, and street sounds. Also steer clear of rooms directly above the hotel bar or kitchen if those exist.
Best views
Limited and unlikely to be scenic: ask for a courtyard view if available for a bit of greenery and less street visual distraction; avoid street-facing rooms unless you want to watch Dakar traffic.
Quietest floors
Floors 2–3 are likely the quietest, assuming the building has 3 floors and basic soundproofing typical of a 3-star hotel.
🔊 Noise notes
Dakar is a bustling city—street noise (taxis, mopeds, hawkers) will be present, especially during the day and into the evening. Internal noise from the lift and housekeeping corridors is possible on all floors.
Insider tips
If you arrive late, request a room on the 2nd floor corner (if the building has a side orientation) for fewer neighbours’ footsteps. Also, ask reception to confirm the courtyard side before you check in—they’ll usually accommodate if you’re polite and say noise bothers you. No dedicated parking is mentioned; street parking is common but can be tight in Dakar—check with the hotel for a nearby lot or guarded 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 Einrichtungen — Fleur de Lys
Free basic WiFi throughout (2 Mbps); no paid tier. No login – connects immediately on any device
Single lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections
No digital newsstand; a printed copy of Le Soleil (local daily) at reception from 08:00 weekdays only
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop from 11:00 upon availability; late check-out until 16:00 costs 15,000 XOF
Free for guests before check-in or after check-out; lockers not available
No step-free street entrance – you climb three steps at the main door; no wheelchair-accessible lift or rooms; property built in 1972, no later modifications
On-site unguarded lot for 6 cars, free first-come-first-served; nearest public car park at Place de l'Indépendance, 1 km away, 5000 XOF per night. No EV charging
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: 1000 XOF per person per night, paid at check-in
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment required for the first night via credit card; a refundable 50,000 XOF hold for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Mosque: Grotte de Seydina Limamou Laye (732 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Béthel des Témoins de Jéhovah (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Mosque: Mosquée Petit Ngor (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
- Mosque: Mosquée de Touba Mamelles (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
Dakar City — 374 m · ~5 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
Nearest — 258 m · ~3 min walk
Pharmacie Arc-en-Ciel — 52 m · ~1 min walk
Shell — 672 m · ~8 min walk
Arrêt de bus DDD — 556 m · ~7 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →West African CFA franc, XOF
Use ATMs at major banks (e.g. Société Générale, Ecobank) for the best rate; avoid exchange bureaux at Blaise Diagne Airport and tourist hotels — rates are poor.
Visa and Mastercard accepted at hotels, supermarkets, and upscale restaurants; smaller shops and taxis expect cash; contactless works at larger terminals but is not universal.
Restaurants usually include a 10% service charge; if not, leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis: round up or add 500-1000 XOF. Hotel staff: 1000-2000 XOF for porters, 500-1000 XOF per day for housekeeping.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →Street-side café or Nescafé from a kiosk — approx 500-800 XOF.
Plate of thieboudienne (fish and rice) or a meat sandwich from a local snack bar — approx 2000-3500 XOF.
Grilled chicken or fish with rice and sauce at a modest restaurant — mains approx 3000-5000 XOF.
Médina, Grand Dakar, and the area around Marché Kermel have stalls selling grilled fish, filled baguettes, and fritters.
Super U, Citydia, and Auchan (as Casino Express) are common budget supermarkets in Dakar.
Marché Sandaga (for second-hand and new clothes at low prices) and Marché HLM; also the big Auchan hypermarket for basics.
Shared minibus (car rapide) — 150-200 XOF per ride; from Blaise Diagne Airport take the Dakar Dem Dikk bus to downtown (500 XOF) or a shuttle minibus.
1) Eat at lunchtime in local restaurants — the day's special is cheapest. 2) haggle in markets (start at half the asking price). 3) buy bottled water from supermarkets (300 XOF for 1.5L) rather than hotels.
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 Fleur de Lys
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 258 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacie Arc-en-Ciel — 52 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
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.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What are the best rooms at Fleur de Lys?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor (if available) facing the inner courtyard or away from the main road. These floors tend to be quieter than the ground floor and less affected by street-level noise, while still giving decent light and air.
Which rooms should I avoid at Fleur de Lys?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (especially those near the reception or entrance), as they can be noisy with foot traffic, check-in activity, and street sounds. Also steer clear of rooms directly above the hotel bar or kitchen if those exist.
Is Fleur de Lys noisy?
Dakar is a bustling city—street noise (taxis, mopeds, hawkers) will be present, especially during the day and into the evening. Internal noise from the lift and housekeeping corridors is possible on all floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Fleur de Lys?
Limited and unlikely to be scenic: ask for a courtyard view if available for a bit of greenery and less street visual distraction; avoid street-facing rooms unless you want to watch Dakar traffic.
What are insider tips for staying at Fleur de Lys?
If you arrive late, request a room on the 2nd floor corner (if the building has a side orientation) for fewer neighbours’ footsteps. Also, ask reception to confirm the courtyard side before you check in—they’ll usually accommodate if you’re polite and say noise bothers you. No dedicated parking is mentioned; street parking is common but can be tight in Dakar—check with the hotel for a nearby lot or guarded spot.
What time is check-in at Fleur de Lys?
Check-in at Fleur de Lys is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Fleur de Lys have Wi-Fi?
Free basic WiFi throughout (2 Mbps); no paid tier. No login – connects immediately on any device
Is there a city or tourist tax at Fleur de Lys?
1000 XOF per person per night, paid at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Fleur de Lys?
Plate of thieboudienne (fish and rice) or a meat sandwich from a local snack bar — approx 2000-3500 XOF.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Fleur de Lys?
Shared minibus (car rapide) — 150-200 XOF per ride; from Blaise Diagne Airport take the Dakar Dem Dikk bus to downtown (500 XOF) or a shuttle minibus.
When is the best time to visit Dakar?
November to February: dry, sunny, with highs around 27°C and lower humidity. This is the comfortable season before the Harmattan dust fades.
Top-Attraktionen 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.