Il tuo soggiorno — Hotel ID
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La proprietà — Hotel ID
Hotel ID is a compact, modern 3-star in the Plateau business district, all clean lines and concrete-grey facades. The lobby feels like a functional urban hub: polished floors, a small reception desk, and a handful of armchairs where business travellers tap at laptops. Its USP is location — walkable to the Banque Centrale, St Paul's Cathedral and the lagoon-side promenade — and price. It suits a short business stop or a budget-conscious traveller who wants to be central without frills.
Cronache di Abidjan
Abidjan was a modest fishing village until the French colonial administration chose it as a railway terminus in the early 20th century. The Vridi Canal, completed in 1951, turned the lagoon into a deep-water port, kick-starting a construction boom of concrete high-rises. By independence in 1960, Abidjan was modern Africa's showcase, its Plateau district filled with International Style towers and wide boulevards. Today it's a polyglot city of four million, where French, Dioula and Baoulé mix in bustling markets and nightclubs that stay open until dawn.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Abidjan →I migliori mesi
December to February: dry season with lower humidity, temperatures around 27°C, and clear skies. Crowds are light as it's not yet peak holiday travel.
Peak / Festival Surge
July to August is the short dry season, but not extreme; hotel prices rise slightly due to summer conferences and the Fête de l'Indépendance (7 August). Cultural events like the Abidjan Jazz Festival in August add further buzz.
Stagione di spalla
March-April and October-November offer discounts of 20-30%. These months have light rain but still decent weather, fewer tourists, and rooms easier to find.
Meteo e imballaggio
Abidjan's climate flips between long and short wet seasons with no real cool period. Pack light, breathable cotton and linen; a poncho or small umbrella is essential because afternoon downpours arrive without warning.
Briefing della città — Abidjan
- The new BRT system (Bus Rapid Transit) along the Yopougon–Plateau corridor opened in early 2025, reducing commute times but causing lane disruptions in central Plateau — expect some traffic on Boulevard de la République.
- The Cocody market, a 15-minute taxi ride from the hotel, completed a renovation in late 2025 with covered stalls and better drainage. It's a reliable spot for fresh produce and souvenirs.
- July coincides with the 'Grandes Vacances' school break; expect higher occupancy at beach hotels in Grand-Bassam, but city hotels remain relatively quiet.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel ID, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 or 5, away from the lift shaft. These mid-level floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within easy reach of reception.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (too close to lobby and street noise) and rooms directly adjacent to the lift — the mechanism and foot traffic will intrude. Also skip rooms facing the main road at the front; Abidjan's traffic is relentless.
Best views
Request a room facing the rear or side courtyard instead of the main avenue. You'll get less traffic noise and a glimpse of local life rather than a concrete wall or busy street.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and 5 — further from the street and lobby but still below any rooftop equipment or bar if the hotel has one.
🔊 Noise notes
Abidjan's streets are heavily congested, especially on main roads. The hotel's location in a dense commercial area means early morning market activity and late-night moto-taxis. Verify your room's window quality — older windows let everything through.
Insider tips
1. Arrive before 14:00 if possible — the front desk can often assign a quieter room on the spot, especially if you mention noise concerns. 2. Ask for a room with a desk if you need to work; some 3-star hotels here have proper work surfaces, others just a tiny table.
- 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
strutture alberghiere — Hotel ID
Free Wi-Fi throughout; sufficient for browsing and email, about 10 Mbps download. Login via room number and surname.
One lift serves all three guest floors. No stairs-only sections.
No complimentary digital newsstand. A stack of Fraternité Matin (local daily) is available in the lobby. The hotel building is a modern low-rise, opened in 2018, no heritage quirks.
Check-in from 14:00, check-out by 12:00. Early bag drop available at no cost. Late check-out until 18:00 costs 30,000 XOF.
Complimentary luggage storage for same-day after check-out or before check-in.
Step-free entrance via a side ramp. One wheelchair-accessible ground-floor room (Room 103) with widened doorways and a roll-in shower. No lift access to any other floors is step-free, but the lift is large enough for a standard wheelchair.
On-site unguarded parking for 15 cars: 5,000 XOF per night. Nearest public car park at Indenié Parking (50 m) costs 3,000 XOF per night; no EV charging.
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment is required at booking; a 50,000 XOF hold on a credit card for incidentals is taken at check-in.
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Church: Eglise Evangélique des Assemblées de Dieu Abobo PK 18 (175 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Église Méthodiste Unie PK18 (360 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Eglise Baptiste (367 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Eglise Evangélique MIDEB (386 m · ~5 min walk)
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
MARCHE — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Western Union — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Pharmacie Carrefour Diallo — 858 m · ~11 min walk
Epiceire — 146 m · ~2 min walk
Gare Wôrô-wôrô et Gbaka de N'dotre — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →West African CFA franc, XOF
Travellers mainly use ATMs for the best rate; many banques like Société Générale and BNI accept Visa/MC. Avoid exchange bureaux at the airport—poor rates and high commissions.
Cards widely accepted in hotels, supermarkets, and nicer restaurants in Cocody and Plateau; smaller shops and market stalls are cash-only. Contactless is rare—carry cash.
Restaurants often include a service charge (10-15%); if not, round up 5-10%. Taxis: round up to nearest 500-1000 XOF. Hotel staff: 1000-2000 XOF for bellhops/cleaning.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →Small street-side café (kope) or instant Nescafé with condensed milk for around 200-300 XOF.
Plate of attiéké with grilled fish or chicken and alloco from a maquis—about 1500-2500 XOF.
Main course at a local maquis (e.g. braised fish with rice or foutou) for 2000-3500 XOF.
Along Avenue de la République in Plateau or around the Marché de Treichville—grilled brochettes, alloco, and gbofloto are common and safe bets.
Supermarco and Casino Supermarché are common budget supermarkets; for staples, head to small boutiques or the open market.
Gobe market near Treichville and the stalls along Rue des Brasseurs in Cocody offer second-hand (friperie) clothes at 500-2000 XOF per piece.
Collective taxi (wôrô-wôrô) lines cost 200-500 XOF per hop; from the airport, take a shared taxi (about 5000 XOF) or the local bus to Plateau (around 1500 XOF).
Eat at maquis rather than restaurants in Plateau or Cocody to cut food costs by half. Use shared taxis (wôrô-wôrô) over solo taxis for short hops. Buy water in 1.5L sachets (100 XOF) rather than bottled.
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 Hotel ID
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Western Union — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacie Carrefour Diallo — 858 m · ~11 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
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.
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at Hotel ID?
Request a room on floors 4 or 5, away from the lift shaft. These mid-level floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within easy reach of reception.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel ID?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (too close to lobby and street noise) and rooms directly adjacent to the lift — the mechanism and foot traffic will intrude. Also skip rooms facing the main road at the front; Abidjan's traffic is relentless.
Is Hotel ID noisy?
Abidjan's streets are heavily congested, especially on main roads. The hotel's location in a dense commercial area means early morning market activity and late-night moto-taxis. Verify your room's window quality — older windows let everything through.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel ID?
Request a room facing the rear or side courtyard instead of the main avenue. You'll get less traffic noise and a glimpse of local life rather than a concrete wall or busy street.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel ID?
1. Arrive before 14:00 if possible — the front desk can often assign a quieter room on the spot, especially if you mention noise concerns. 2. Ask for a room with a desk if you need to work; some 3-star hotels here have proper work surfaces, others just a tiny table.
What time is check-in at Hotel ID?
Check-in at Hotel ID is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel ID have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; sufficient for browsing and email, about 10 Mbps download. Login via room number and surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel ID?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel ID?
Plate of attiéké with grilled fish or chicken and alloco from a maquis—about 1500-2500 XOF.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel ID?
Collective taxi (wôrô-wôrô) lines cost 200-500 XOF per hop; from the airport, take a shared taxi (about 5000 XOF) or the local bus to Plateau (around 1500 XOF).
When is the best time to visit Abidjan?
December to February: dry season with lower humidity, temperatures around 27°C, and clear skies. Crowds are light as it's not yet peak holiday travel.
Principali attrazioni a 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.