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Bâtiment H11

📍 H11, Dakar

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부동산 — Bâtiment H11

Bâtiment H11 is a minimalist 3-star hotel in Dakar’s Fann district, housed in a mid-century concrete block with pared-back interiors and a rooftop terrace that catches the Atlantic breeze. It suits independent travellers who value clean lines, reliable WiFi and a quiet base over frills or resort-style service. Standing in the lobby, you get bare floors, a small reception desk and a sense of functional calm—no fuss, no pretence.

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Dakar 연대기

Dakar grew from a Lebu fishing village into a French colonial port in the 1850s, its layout shaped by the military and commercial needs of empire. Independence in 1960 brought modernist concrete buildings—like the iconic African Renaissance Monument—alongside expanding informal markets. Today it’s a vibrant cultural hub, known for its music scene, contemporary art galleries and the lively Medina district, where Wolof, French and Islamic influences mix daily.

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최고의 달

November to February: dry, warm days (25-30°C), low humidity, clear skies—comfortable for exploring without the Harmattan dust or heavy crowds.

Peak / Festival Surge 근처 오락거리

December to January: peak tourist season driven by the Dakar Rally (early Jan) and European winter escapees; hotel prices jump 30-50%, book well ahead.

Budget Shoulder 시즌

March, May and October: still dry or transitioning, fewer tourists, 20-30% cheaper rates; mild evenings suit rooftop lounging.

날씨 & 포장

July is the start of the rainy season—high humidity, brief but intense downpours, and temperatures around 27-30°C. Pack a light waterproof jacket and quick-dry clothing; sandals that can handle wet pavement are non-negotiable.

City Briefing 근처 오락거리 — Dakar

  • The new bus rapid transit (BRT) line linking Gare de Dakar to the suburbs opened in early 2025, reducing cross-city journey times by up to an hour.
  • A major road resurfacing project on Avenue Cheikh Anta Diop, near Fann, is scheduled through mid-2026—expect slow traffic and occasional detours.
  • Seasonal flooding in low-lying areas (like Médina and Colobane) can occur July-September; check local updates if heading to markets after heavy rain.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to Bâtiment H11, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on floor 3 or higher, facing away from the main street (H11). This reduces street noise and gives a clearer view of the inner courtyard.

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Rooms to avoid

Avoid ground-floor rooms (floor 0) due to street noise from H11 and foot traffic near the entrance. Also skip rooms directly next to the lift shaft on any floor — lift machinery hums through the walls.

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Best views

Rooms on floors 4 and 5 facing south or west give decent city views across Dakar's low-rise skyline, with the coast visible on a clear day. East-facing rooms look onto neighbouring buildings.

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Quietest floors

Floors 3 to 5 are quietest. By floor 3 you're well above street-level noise, and floors 4 and 5 have less foot traffic from the lobby and lift usage.

🔊 Noise notes

H11 is a main road in a busy part of Dakar — expect taxi horns, motos, and market chatter during the day. The lift emits a low mechanical hum, especially audible in adjacent rooms. No noticeable noise from a bar or nightclub on site based on the 3-star rating.

Insider tips

1. Check-in early (before 2pm) to secure a higher floor — the hotel often fills up with business travellers. 2. Ask reception for a room away from the lift shaft if you're a light sleeper; they can usually accommodate.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

호텔 시설 — Bâtiment H11

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Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi with 10 Mbps download speed; no login required, one device per room

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Lift / Elevator

One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections

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Media & Newspapers

Complimentary digital access to Le Soleil via front desk code; no physical papers

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Check-in / Check-out

Standard check-in 14:00-23:00 (weekday), 14:00-22:00 (weekend); early bag drop from 08:00; late check-out fee 15,000 XOF until 18:00

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Baggage Storage

Free for same-day use; long-term storage 3000 XOF per day

Accessibility

Step-free main entrance; lift to all floors; no accessible bathroom modifications in standard rooms

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Parking

No on-site parking; nearest public car park at Place de l'Indépendance, 500 XOF per hour (max 5000 XOF overnight); no EV charging

수수료, 세금 & 예금

City / tourist tax: 1000 XOF per person per night

Deposit & card hold: Advance payment of 50% of total stay required at booking; 20,000 XOF incidental hold on card at check-in

Faith & Dietary 근처 오락거리

  • Mosque: Mosquée keur ngor (236 m · ~3 min walk)
  • Mosque: Grande Mosquée de Maristes (883 m · ~11 min walk)
  • Mosque: Grande Mosquée de Hann Pécheur (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
  • Mosque: Grande Mosquée Maristes 2 (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)

지역 라이프 스타일 & 레크리에이션

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Walking & Running

Direction des eaux et fôrets — 87 m · ~1 min walk

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Kids & Family

Zoo adventure — 935 m · ~12 min walk

5분 라디오 필수

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Nearest ATM

Ecobank — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

PLUSSS — 63 m · ~1 min walk

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Convenience Store

épicerie — 659 m · ~8 min walk

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Nearest Transit

Hann — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk

돈 & 통화

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Local currency

West African CFA franc, XOF

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Where to exchange

Change money at banks or official exchange bureaux in town; avoid airport and hotel desks where rates are poor.

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Cards & contactless

Visa/Mastercard accepted in upmarket hotels and some restaurants; smaller shops and taxis prefer cash.

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Tipping etiquette

Restaurants: round up or leave 10% if no service charge; taxis: round up to nearest 500 CFA; hotel staff: 1000-2000 CFA for porters/housekeeping.

식사, 쇼핑 & 여행에 대한 예산

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Cheap coffee

Instant coffee at a street-side stall or bakery with bread and butter, about 300-500 CFA.

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Best-value lunch

Thieboudienne or a grilled fish plate at a local maquis, about 2000-3000 CFA.

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Affordable dinner

Yassa poulet or brochettes with rice at a modest restaurant, main about 2500-4000 CFA.

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Street food & cheap eats

Corniche road and Ngor beach areas have grilled fish, fataya (samosas), and fruit sellers; also near Marché HLM.

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Budget groceries

Auchan or City Dia supermarkets in the area for budget basics; smaller boutiques for fresh bread and drinks.

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Affordable clothes

Marché HLM or Marché Kermel for second-hand or locally made clothes at low prices.

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Cheapest way around

Shared taxi (car rapide) for 150-300 CFA per hop; airport to H11 area: take a regular taxi for about 2500-4000 CFA, avoid tout prices.

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Money-saving tips

Drink local tap water boiled or filtered instead of bottled; eat at lunchtime maquis rather than dinner spots; negotiate fares for taxis before getting in.

Emergency Contacts

Dakar
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Police
17
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Fire Department
18

Tourist 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

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Restaurant Gastronomique Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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La Croix du Sud Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Café de Rome Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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l'Elysée Local
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Cercle de la Rade Local
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Caesar's Local
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Chez Michou Local
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Le Jardin Thaïlandais thai
££
🚶 24 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Dakar, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at Bâtiment H11

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Ecobank — 1.4 km · ~18 min walkpharmacy · PLUSSS — 63 m · ~1 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

주위를 둘러보는

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Airport taxi (prepaid booth) XOF 15,000–25,000

Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) → Hôtel Faidherbe, Plateau

45 min · On demand (24/7) · 00:00–24:00

💡 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.

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Orange Taxi (app-based) XOF 2,500–5,000

Hôtel Faidherbe, Plateau → Anywhere in Dakar (e.g., Médina, Almadies)

20 min · On demand (app works most hours) · 06:00–23:00 approx.

💡 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.

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Dakar Dem Dikk local line (Plateau–Médina) XOF 200

Hôtel Faidherbe (stop: Avenue du Président Lamine Guèye) → Marché Kermel / Sandaga / Médina

15 min · Every 10–15 minutes · 06:00–21:00

💡 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.

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Dakar Dem Dikk bus 7 XOF 350

Airport (stop: Aéroport) → Place de l'Indépendance (10 min walk to hotel)

80 min · Every 20–30 minutes · 06:00–22:00

💡 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.

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자주 묻는 질문

What are the best rooms at Bâtiment H11?

Request a room on floor 3 or higher, facing away from the main street (H11). This reduces street noise and gives a clearer view of the inner courtyard.

Which rooms should I avoid at Bâtiment H11?

Avoid ground-floor rooms (floor 0) due to street noise from H11 and foot traffic near the entrance. Also skip rooms directly next to the lift shaft on any floor — lift machinery hums through the walls.

Is Bâtiment H11 noisy?

H11 is a main road in a busy part of Dakar — expect taxi horns, motos, and market chatter during the day. The lift emits a low mechanical hum, especially audible in adjacent rooms. No noticeable noise from a bar or nightclub on site based on the 3-star rating.

Which rooms have the best views at Bâtiment H11?

Rooms on floors 4 and 5 facing south or west give decent city views across Dakar's low-rise skyline, with the coast visible on a clear day. East-facing rooms look onto neighbouring buildings.

What are insider tips for staying at Bâtiment H11?

1. Check-in early (before 2pm) to secure a higher floor — the hotel often fills up with business travellers. 2. Ask reception for a room away from the lift shaft if you're a light sleeper; they can usually accommodate.

What time is check-in at Bâtiment H11?

Check-in at Bâtiment H11 is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does Bâtiment H11 have Wi-Fi?

Free Wi-Fi with 10 Mbps download speed; no login required, one device per room

Is there a city or tourist tax at Bâtiment H11?

1000 XOF per person per night

Where can I eat cheaply near Bâtiment H11?

Thieboudienne or a grilled fish plate at a local maquis, about 2000-3000 CFA.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Bâtiment H11?

Shared taxi (car rapide) for 150-300 CFA per hop; airport to H11 area: take a regular taxi for about 2500-4000 CFA, avoid tout prices.

When is the best time to visit Dakar?

November to February: dry, warm days (25-30°C), low humidity, clear skies—comfortable for exploring without the Harmattan dust or heavy crowds.

Dakar 주요 관광지

IFAN Museum of African Arts Free

💡 Free entry applies to the main exhibition hall only. Check if temporary shows have separate pricing. Allow 45 minutes to an hour.

Soumbédioune Fish Market Free

💡 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.

Ngor Island Beach Free

💡 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.

African Renaissance Monument

💡 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.

Parc Forestier de Hann

💡 Entry is 500 CFA. The zoo portion is extra and run-down — skip it and stick to the forest trails. Bring insect repellent.

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