Votre séjour — Chez Tarballa
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La propriété — Chez Tarballa
Chez Tarballa is a functional 3-star guesthouse in Ouagadougou’s quiet residential district, offering clean tiled rooms with air conditioning and mosquito nets. The lobby is simple and cool, with a ceiling fan and worn leather chairs—more reliable stopover than boutique. It suits budget-conscious travellers needing central convenience (15-minute walk to the grand mosque) who prioritise solid WiFi, a decent breakfast and secure parking over aesthetic flourishes.
Chroniques de Ouagadougou
Ouagadougou was a minor Mossi village in the 15th century, later chosen as capital for the French Upper Volta colony in 1919. French planners laid wide boulevards and administrative squares, but the city’s architectural identity blended colonial grids with traditional round huts as late as the 1960s. Independence in 1960 spurred civic building—including the National Museum and Marché Rood Woko—yet rapid urbanisation has since strained its low-rise fabric. Today Ouaga (as locals call it) is a youthful, music-saturated capital, famous for the biennial FESPACO film festival and its open-air, moto‑choked streets.
Meilleur moment pour visiter
Guide complet de Ouagadougou →Meilleurs mois
DecemberJanuaryFebruary
Peak / Festival surge
March–April (dry-season heat) and July (Ouagadougou’s jazz festival). Hotel prices at Chez Tarballa can rise 15–25% in March; July sees smaller bumps but higher demand from festival-goers.
La saison des épaules
November (post‑rains, still green) and May (roasting but very cheap). Both offer discounts of 20–30% off peak rates and far fewer visitors.
Météo & Emballage
Ouagadougou’s climate flips brutally: a dry, dusty harmattan from November to February, then a suffocatingly humid wet season May–October. Pack only light cotton or linen clothes, but bring a waterproof jacket for the monsoon-like downpours that can flood streets in minutes.
Briefing de la ville — Ouagadougou
- Grand Ouaga’s bus station relocation: The main gare routière moved 3 km north to Ouaga 2000 in late 2025—add 15 extra minutes for intercity departures.
- New street food alley in Cité Ancienne: Twenty licensed vendors now operate a sanctioned night market on Avenue Kwame Nkrumah (near Chez Tarballa), making evening eats safer than random street stalls.
- Zongo dam repairs complete: The city’s main drinking-water reservoir upstream reopened this month after 2024’s collapse—tap water pressure should stabilise by July, though bottled water remains essential.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Chez Tarballa, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the ground floor (first floor if you're willing to climb stairs) for easy access and minimal walking. Avoid rooms near the main entrance, as they may receive noise from the Avenue Kwame Nkrumah traffic.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the main entrance, as they may receive noise from the Avenue Kwame Nkrumah traffic. Additionally, be aware that the hotel is not wheelchair friendly and has no ground-floor accessible rooms.
Best views
Unfortunately, there are no notable views from the hotel's ground floor rooms, given its location on a busy street.
Quietest floors
The ground floor is likely the quietest, as it's farthest from potential noise sources. If you're willing to climb stairs, the first floor might also be relatively quiet, but be aware of potential footsteps from other guests.
🔊 Noise notes
Avenue Kwame Nkrumah is a busy street with traffic and potential pedestrian noise. Be prepared for some background noise, especially if you're in a room near the main entrance.
Insider tips
Take advantage of the on-site secure parking, which is free for guests. If you prefer to use the nearby public car park, be aware that it's 200m away and costs 500 XOF per night. As the hotel has no lift, it's a good idea to pack lightly and limit the number of trips up and down the stairs to the first floor.
- 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
Hôtel Facilités — Chez Tarballa
Free Wi-Fi throughout. Average speed 10 Mbps download. No login required; simple password from reception.
No lift. The hotel is ground-floor only, with a single flight of stairs to first-floor rooms.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand. The building is a modern 1990s construction with no notable heritage quirks.
Standard check-in from 14:00. Early bag drop allowed anytime. Late check-out until 16:00 costs 10,000 XOF, subject to availability.
Free of charge at reception. Secure for same-day collection.
No step-free access. Main entrance has two steps; no ramp. No ground-floor accessible rooms. Not wheelchair friendly.
On-site secure parking free for guests. No valet. Nearest public car park 200 m away at Marché Rood Woko, 500 XOF per night. No EV charging.
Frais, taxes et dépôts
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking. At check-in, a 20,000 XOF incidental hold is placed on card or cash deposit.
Faith & Dietary à proximité
- Church: église Biblique de la vie profonde (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: église des évangelistes baptistes (1.2 km · ~16 min walk)
- Place of worship: Patoisse Saint Charles Lwanga de Wayalghin (1.5 km · ~18 min walk)
- Church: Paroisse Notre Dame Du Perpetuel Secours (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Style de vie et récréation
Théatre des enfants Wamdé — 764 m · ~10 min walk
5 minutes de radios essentielles
Nearest — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Pharmacie Delwindé — 824 m · ~10 min walk
Gare routière de l´Est — 2.1 km · ~27 min walk
Monnaie & Monnaie
Get a travel card →West African CFA franc, XOF
Use local banks or Forex bureaux in the centre for best rates; avoid airport or hotel exchange desks which give poor rates.
Cards accepted in upscale hotels and some supermarkets, but cash is king everywhere else; contactless is rare.
Round up taxi fares by a few hundred CFA; leave 5-10% at restaurants if service charge not included; give hotel staff 500-2000 CFA for extra help.
Manger, faire du shopping et voyager sur un budget
Cheap car hire →Nescafé or local coffee from street stalls and small kiosks: about 200-300 XOF.
Plate of riz gras (rice with sauce and meat) or tô from a local maquis: around 800-1500 XOF.
Grilled brochettes with attiéké from a roadside bar: about 1500-2500 XOF for a main.
Areas around central markets (Grand Marché, Rood Woko) and busy intersections; look for grilled meat, beignets, and fruit.
Supermarche Paris, Marina Market, and Score are common budget supermarkets.
Grand Marché for second-hand or budget fabric; informal stalls along Avenue Kwame N'Krumah.
Moto-taxis (zémidjans) cost 200-500 XOF per short ride; from the airport, negotiate a taxi for 1500-2500 XOF.
Eat at local maquis rather than hotel restaurants; bargain in markets; carry small denominations of CFA to avoid change issues.
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 Tarballa
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacie Delwindé — 824 m · ~10 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →S’entourer
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.
Questions fréquemment posées
What are the best rooms at Chez Tarballa?
Request a room on the ground floor (first floor if you're willing to climb stairs) for easy access and minimal walking. Avoid rooms near the main entrance, as they may receive noise from the Avenue Kwame Nkrumah traffic.
Which rooms should I avoid at Chez Tarballa?
Avoid rooms near the main entrance, as they may receive noise from the Avenue Kwame Nkrumah traffic. Additionally, be aware that the hotel is not wheelchair friendly and has no ground-floor accessible rooms.
Is Chez Tarballa noisy?
Avenue Kwame Nkrumah is a busy street with traffic and potential pedestrian noise. Be prepared for some background noise, especially if you're in a room near the main entrance.
Which rooms have the best views at Chez Tarballa?
Unfortunately, there are no notable views from the hotel's ground floor rooms, given its location on a busy street.
What are insider tips for staying at Chez Tarballa?
Take advantage of the on-site secure parking, which is free for guests. If you prefer to use the nearby public car park, be aware that it's 200m away and costs 500 XOF per night. As the hotel has no lift, it's a good idea to pack lightly and limit the number of trips up and down the stairs to the first floor.
What time is check-in at Chez Tarballa?
Check-in at Chez Tarballa is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Chez Tarballa have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout. Average speed 10 Mbps download. No login required; simple password from reception.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Chez Tarballa?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Chez Tarballa?
Plate of riz gras (rice with sauce and meat) or tô from a local maquis: around 800-1500 XOF.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Chez Tarballa?
Moto-taxis (zémidjans) cost 200-500 XOF per short ride; from the airport, negotiate a taxi for 1500-2500 XOF.
When is the best time to visit Ouagadougou?
DecemberJanuaryFebruary
Principales attractions à 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.