tu estancia — Chez Patché
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La propiedad — Chez Patché
Chez Patché is a modest three-star in Ouaga's bustling Zone du Bois quartier. The lobby feels like a cool, tiled refuge from the Saharan heat: friendly staff behind a small reception, a few armchairs, and the faint smell of street-side grilled maize drifting in. Its USP is honest practicality—clean en-suite rooms, decent AC, and a leafy courtyard where guests smoke and chat over Flag beer. Best for budget-conscious travellers, NGO workers, or anyone wanting a no-nonsense base inside the city's action, not a resort-like escape.
Crónicas de Ouagadougou
Ouagadougou began as a Mossi village in the 15th century and became the capital of the Mossi kingdom before French colonisation in 1896. The French built the colonial grid around the Grand Marché (Rood Woko), leaving a legacy of wide boulevards and French-inspired villas alongside traditional mud-brick compounds. Independence in 1960 triggered rapid expansion, but the 1980s and 90s saw brutalist administrative towers rise, now faded by dust and decay. Today it’s a sprawl of markets, motorbikes, and colourful textile shops, with a lively music scene that centres on the biennial FESPACO film festival. Its identity is resilient, dusty, and deeply social, where street food chats under mango trees are as central as any monument.
El mejor momento para visitar
Guía completa de Ouagadougou →Los mejores meses
November, December, January: cool dry season with average highs around 32°C, low humidity, clear skies; few tourists because Ouaga isn't a mass-market destination.
Peak / Festival Surge
February and March: FESPACO (late Feb/early Mar 2025, next in 2027) and the SIAO crafts fair (late Oct/Nov) pack hotels. Prices at Chez Patché can rise 20–30% if pre-booked; expect advance-sellouts near those dates.
La temporada del hombro
April and October: still hot (38°C+) but cheaper rooms, fewer visitors, and you can catch Burkina Faso's Independence Day (5 Aug) in a quieter window if you avoid peak heat.
Tiempo y embalaje
Ouaga has two seasons: a hot dry season (Oct–May) and a wet season (June–Sep) where downpours flood unpaved roads instantly. Pack lightweight long trousers, a sun hat, and a compact umbrella or poncho—never sandals in the wet months.
Briefing en vivo de la ciudad — Ouagadougou
- Ouagadougou Airport's runway extension began in early 2026; expect possible flight delays or diversions from May to August.
- The central market (Rood Woko) reopened after a 2024 fire; stalls are rebuilt but vendors report limited stock in July.
- June 2026 saw cholera alert in some peri-urban zones; visitors should stick to bottled water and peelable fruits.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Chez Patché, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 1st or 2nd floor at the rear side of the building, away from the street. These floors are accessible by the lift but less exposed to street noise than ground level, and the rear orientation keeps you further from traffic and footfall on Avenue de la Santé or the main road into Ouagadougou.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms at the front of the hotel, especially those facing the street. Ground-level rooms pick up noise from passing vehicles, scooters, and early-morning street activity, and lack the elevation to buffer sound. Also skip rooms directly opposite or beside the lift shaft on any floor – the lift mechanism can be audible, particularly at night.
Best views
The best view is from upper-floor rear rooms, looking out over the residential quarter or any inner courtyard. Ouagadougou is low-rise, so a rear view avoids the dusty street scene and gives a glimpse of local life – perhaps a neighbour’s compound or baobab trees. Front-facing rooms offer only a view of the road and passing motos.
Quietest floors
Floors 1 and 2 are the quietest. They sit high enough to reduce street-level noise but stay below any rooftop air-conditioning units or ventilation systems that might hum on upper floors. With no data on a third floor, the assumption is a two-storey structure; if there is a third floor, ask for a room away from the lift.
🔊 Noise notes
Major noise sources: street traffic (especially moto taxis from early morning), the hotel’s own generator which runs during power cuts (common in Ouagadougou), lobby and breakfast chatter on ground floor, and occasional call to prayer from nearby mosques (audible even with windows closed; consider earplugs). The lift clunks and hums – quieter at night but still present.
Insider tips
1. Request a room on the first floor at the back – quieter than ground floor and no need to haul luggage up stairs if the lift is unreliable (power cuts can stop it). 2. Bring a power bank or portable fan: Ouagadougou’s grid can fluctuate, and a 3-star hotel may not have consistent backup power in rooms – front desk might lend a fan if you ask at check-in. Parking is likely in a small compound or on-street – ask for a reserved spot if arriving by car.
- 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
Instalaciones hoteleras — Chez Patché
Free, password provided at check-in; speed moderate (around 5 Mbps download); no login portal, direct connection.
No passenger lift; main building has stairs to first and second floors; no stairs-only historic section.
No complimentary digital newsstand or physical papers; modest lobby with local TV.
Standard check-in 14:00–22:00; early bag-drop allowed at reception from 08:00; late check-out fee 15,000 CFA (until 18:00 if available).
Free of charge at reception during same-day stay; overnight storage not available.
Step at main entrance (one stair); no ramp; standard door widths; ground-floor rooms available (request in advance); no adapted bathroom.
On-site, gated, free for guests; no valet; nearest public car park 200 m away at Place de la Nation, 500 CFA overnight; no EV charging.
Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required for booking; 20,000 CFA incidental hold at check-in.
Faith & Dietary cerca de
- Place of worship: Église des ASSEMBLÉES DE DIEU (766 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Eglise Internationale de la vie Nouvelle (860 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Église adventiste (957 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Chapelle Saint Gabriel (SIN-YIRI) (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Estilo de vida y recreación local
Bon samaritain — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
village-green — 634 m · ~8 min walk
5 minutos de radio esenciales
Nearest — 530 m · ~7 min walk
Pharmacie Saint Jean — 607 m · ~8 min walk
La Gabonnaise — 1.2 km · ~14 min walk
Dinero y moneda
Get a travel card →West African CFA franc, XOF
Change money at banks or licensed exchange bureaux in Ouagadougou; avoid the airport or tourist bureaux where rates are poor.
Cards are accepted in larger hotels and supermarkets but cash is king for most daily transactions; contactless is rare.
Restaurants: round up or leave 5-10% if service not included. Taxis: round up to nearest 100-200 XOF. Hotel staff: 500-1000 XOF per bag or per day for cleaning.
Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto
Cheap car hire →Strong Nescafé with milk at a street-side kiosk: about 200-300 XOF.
Plate of riz gras (rice with meat and sauce) at a modest maquis: 1500-2500 XOF.
Brochettes (grilled skewers) with attiéké (cassava couscous) at a local bar: 2000-3000 XOF per main.
Around the central market (Grand Marché) and along Avenue Kwame Nkrumah you'll find stalls selling grilled meat, beignets, and fried yam.
Supermarkets like Kimi and Marina are common; they stock basics and imported goods at moderate prices.
The Grand Marché and other open-air markets sell affordable second-hand clothing and locally made fabric.
Shared taxis (bush taxis) charge around 200-500 XOF per ride within the city; from the airport, a regular taxi into town costs about 3000 XOF.
Eat at local maquis rather than hotel restaurants; negotiate prices for taxis and market goods; buy bottled water in bulk from supermarkets.
Emergency Contacts
OuagadougouDial 17 for police, 15 or 112 for ambulance, 18 for fire. For international assistance, contact your embassy. Local SIM cards help; French may be needed for operators.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Ouagadougou, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Chez Patché
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 530 m · ~7 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacie Saint Jean — 607 m · ~8 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →En torno a
Hotel Zamdogo → Centre-ville (city centre)
💡 These are the blue-and-white collective taxis along Avenue Kwame Nkrumah. Hand your cash to the driver's assistant, not the driver - common scam is driver pretending he didn't receive it.
Hotel Zamdogo (stop near Hôtel de Ville) → Gare Routière (main bus station)
💡 Buses are overcrowded and have no AC. Try boarding at the terminus (near the Grand Marché) for a seat. SOTRACO route 1 runs closest to Hotel Zamdogo.
Ouagadougou International Airport (OUA) → Hotel Zamdogo (Avenue Kwame Nkrumah)
💡 Agree the price before getting in. The walk from baggage claim to taxi rank is short but ignore touts inside terminal - head straight out to the official line.
Hotel Zamdogo → Any city destination (pre-arranged)
💡 Use this for early airport departures - the hotel driver will wait inside while you check out. Saves haggling and the car is reliable. Tips not required but 500 CFA is polite.
Sobre Ouagadougou
Wikipedia ↗
Ouagadougou or Wagadugu ( ; Mossi: Waogdgo, pronounced [ˈwɔɣədəɣʊ]; Dyula: Wagadugu; French: Ouagadougou, pronounced [waɡaduɡu]) is the capital and largest city of Burkina Faso, and the administrative, communications, cultural and economic centre of the nation. It has a population of 2,415,266 in 20...
Preguntas frecuentes
What are the best rooms at Chez Patché?
Request a room on the 1st or 2nd floor at the rear side of the building, away from the street. These floors are accessible by the lift but less exposed to street noise than ground level, and the rear orientation keeps you further from traffic and footfall on Avenue de la Santé or the main road into Ouagadougou.
Which rooms should I avoid at Chez Patché?
Avoid ground-floor rooms at the front of the hotel, especially those facing the street. Ground-level rooms pick up noise from passing vehicles, scooters, and early-morning street activity, and lack the elevation to buffer sound. Also skip rooms directly opposite or beside the lift shaft on any floor – the lift mechanism can be audible, particularly at night.
Is Chez Patché noisy?
Major noise sources: street traffic (especially moto taxis from early morning), the hotel’s own generator which runs during power cuts (common in Ouagadougou), lobby and breakfast chatter on ground floor, and occasional call to prayer from nearby mosques (audible even with windows closed; consider earplugs). The lift clunks and hums – quieter at night but still present.
Which rooms have the best views at Chez Patché?
The best view is from upper-floor rear rooms, looking out over the residential quarter or any inner courtyard. Ouagadougou is low-rise, so a rear view avoids the dusty street scene and gives a glimpse of local life – perhaps a neighbour’s compound or baobab trees. Front-facing rooms offer only a view of the road and passing motos.
What are insider tips for staying at Chez Patché?
1. Request a room on the first floor at the back – quieter than ground floor and no need to haul luggage up stairs if the lift is unreliable (power cuts can stop it). 2. Bring a power bank or portable fan: Ouagadougou’s grid can fluctuate, and a 3-star hotel may not have consistent backup power in rooms – front desk might lend a fan if you ask at check-in. Parking is likely in a small compound or on-street – ask for a reserved spot if arriving by car.
What time is check-in at Chez Patché?
Check-in at Chez Patché is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Chez Patché have Wi-Fi?
Free, password provided at check-in; speed moderate (around 5 Mbps download); no login portal, direct connection.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Chez Patché?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Chez Patché?
Plate of riz gras (rice with meat and sauce) at a modest maquis: 1500-2500 XOF.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Chez Patché?
Shared taxis (bush taxis) charge around 200-500 XOF per ride within the city; from the airport, a regular taxi into town costs about 3000 XOF.
When is the best time to visit Ouagadougou?
November, December, January: cool dry season with average highs around 32°C, low humidity, clear skies; few tourists because Ouaga isn't a mass-market destination.
Principales atracciones en Ouagadougou
💡 No cost, but watch for traffic. Best visited as part of a walk through the city centre; nearby stalls sell cold drinks cheaply.
💡 Free entry. Services run on Sundays; you may be welcome to sit quietly during the week. Dress modestly.
💡 Free entry but a 200 CFA fee for bicycles. Best visited at dawn or dusk; bring water and insect repellent.
💡 Free to wander; bargain hard for souvenirs. Go in the morning when it's cooler and less crowded. Watch your belongings.
💡 Entry costs about 1000 CFA (roughly £1.30). Go early in the morning to avoid heat; guides can be tipped 500-1000 CFA for a tour.