Your stay — Hôtel Leveneur
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The Property — Hôtel Leveneur
The Hôtel Leveneur is a reliable three-star in central Man with clean, functional rooms, a small pool and a garden restaurant that serves solid Ivorian staples. It's the sort of place where the lobby is tiled, air-conditioned, and quiet; staff call you 'patron' and the Wi-Fi works well enough. It suits budget-conscious travellers or NGO workers who need a decent base rather than frills.
Chronicles of Man
Man grew up round the colonial-era rubber and coffee plantations in the mountainous west and became the capital of the 18 Regions. The city's grid was laid out in the 1950s, but its real character comes from the Dan (Yacouba) culture, whose masked dancers and carved doors appear in the central market. Modern Man is a busy regional hub—moto-taxis swarm the roundabouts, there's a cathedral with a red roof—but the surrounding forested hills, especially Mont Tonkoui, give it a frontier feel. French is the official language, but Dan is the street talk. Independent since 1960, the city has a calm Friday night energy around the maquis bars.
Best Time to Visit
Full Man guide →Best months
December, January and February: dry season, blue skies, comfortable mid-20s°C. The harmattan wind from the Sahara keeps humidity moderate and roads passable.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: the main rainy season's second peak. Man's weekly market works fine in rain, but mountain hikes are muddy and roads can cut. Prices at 3-star hotels don't spike much—maybe +15%—but demand is low.
Budget shoulder season
November and March: still mostly dry, fewer travellers, hotel rates drop 10–15%. November catches the end of the short dry spell; March starts the long dry season before April's downpours.
Weather & packing
Even in July the sun is intense by 10am, so bring high-factor sunscreen and a wide hat. But rain falls in short, heavy bursts—pack a compact waterproof jacket, not an umbrella.
Live City Briefing — Man
- The Abidjan–Man road (Route A3) has new speed cameras and sections are being widened near Issia, adding 30–45 minutes to the drive. Plan for a 9-hour journey from the coast.
- Man's big Saturday market on Boulevard de la République now has a new covered meat section; it's the best place for local vegetables, grilled fish and Dan masks.
- July is the middle of the main rainy season, so the Guéla and Bafing rivers run high. The Dent de Man hiking trail is open but slippery; check at the tourism office on Rue 12 for recent conditions.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hôtel Leveneur, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the courtyard (away from the street). These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level bustle and likely quieter than the top floor if there’s no lift noise above you.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street; they’ll pick up foot traffic and any roadside noise from Man’s main roads. Also skip rooms directly next to the lift shaft and the service entrance—likely at one end of the corridor.
Best views
Courtyard-side rooms offer the quietest outlook, probably over the inner garden or parking. Street-side rooms give you a view of Man’s real life—market activity, motos, and shopfronts.
Quietest floors
2nd and 3rd floors are your best bet. The 1st floor can catch lobby and street noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Man is a lively regional capital. Expect motorbike horns, market hawkers, and occasional music from nearby bars or churches, especially Friday-Sunday. The hotel’s position on a main street means morning traffic starts early (around 6am).
Insider tips
1. Parking is likely limited (3-star in central Man); arrive early to secure a spot or ask the front desk if you can pull up on the pavement. 2. If you need quiet, request a courtyard room at booking and confirm the same day—they’re in demand.
- 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 Facilities — Hôtel Leveneur
Free basic Wi-Fi throughout, 5 Mbps down/2 Mbps up; you must re-login every 12 hours via browser; no paid upgrade available
No lift – two-storey building with stairs only, no guest rooms on ground floor
No daily newspaper or digital newsstand; lobby TV shows local news from 07:00 to 09:00; the building was originally a colonial-era post office (1940s), with original wooden doors in lobby
Check-in 14:00–22:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00 if room not ready; late check-out until 13:00 for 10,000 XOF, after 13:00 charged half-night rate
Free storage at reception, no lockers, items tagged and kept behind desk
No step-free access; three steps at main entrance, no ramp. All guest rooms up one flight of stairs; not wheelchair accessible
On-site, unguarded parking for 8 cars in courtyard, free; no valet. Nearest public parking is at Place de la Paix, 300 m walk, 500 XOF per night, no EV charging on site or nearby
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 1,500 XOF per person per night, collected at check-in
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit required to confirm reservation; a 50,000 XOF hold on a credit card for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Église Sainte Thérèse (752 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Paroisse Sainte Thérèse (772 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Église Évangélique (919 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Église de réveil (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centre Commercial Abir — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Terrain Babadjan — 581 m · ~7 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
BNI Man — 998 m · ~12 min walk
Pharmacie Moderne — 772 m · ~10 min walk
Gare STT — 813 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →West African CFA franc, XOF
Change money at banks or exchange bureaux in Man; avoid airport kiosks where rates are poor.
Cards accepted at upscale hotels and some larger shops, but cash is king in markets and small establishments.
Tipping is not expected but rounding up the bill at restaurants (5-10%) is appreciated; taxis round up to nearest 500 CFA; hotel staff may get 1000-2000 CFA for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Instant coffee with sweetened condensed milk from a street vendor or small café, around 300-500 CFA.
Plate of attiéké (cassava couscous) with grilled fish or chicken from a local maquis, about 1500-2000 CFA.
A filling bowl of riz gras (one-pot rice with meat and vegetables) at a street-side stall, roughly 1500-2500 CFA.
Central market areas and the bus station have stalls selling alloco (fried plantains), grilled brochettes, and fritters, particularly in the late afternoon and evening.
Supermarche Adam or small local boutiques are common; no major Western-style chains dominate here.
Man's central market has second-hand clothing stalls and local fabric vendors, with prices negotiable.
Shared taxis (woro-woro) along fixed routes cost 200-500 CFA per trip within town; from Man airport (airstrip) to centre, a regular taxi costs around 1500-2000 CFA, negotiable.
Buy fresh produce at the central market rather than packaged from shops; drink tap water only if boiled or filtered (sachet water is cheap at 50-100 CFA); haggle respectfully at markets for any purchase.
Emergency Contacts
ManDial 185 for police, 186 for ambulance, 187 for fire from a local line. For Man, add regional prefix 031 if calling from outside the city. The nearest hospital is Centre Hospitalier Régional de Man, +225 31 83 30 10.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Man, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hôtel Leveneur
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · BNI Man — 998 m · ~12 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacie Moderne — 772 m · ~10 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Gare Routière de Man → Hôtel Les Résidences (via drop-off at junction)
💡 These minibuses run fixed routes. Take any 'Marché-Dioulabougou' or 'Cité' line and ask for 'Hôtel Les Résidences'. The driver will drop you at the main road—50m walk uphill.
Man Cathedral or Place de la Paix → Hôtel Les Résidences
💡 For a direct ride, flag a yellow/orange cab. Negotiate to 1,500 CFA max. Drivers know 'Les Résidences'—if they shrug, say 'près de la gendarmerie, côté Mont Tonkpi'.
Man Airport (none—nearest: Daloa Airport or Yamoussoukro) → Hôtel Les Résidences, Man
💡 Man has no commercial airport. Fly to Yamoussoukro (40,000–60,000 CFA) or Daloa (25,000–40,000 CFA) then arrange a pre-paid hotel taxi. Avoid street touts at arrivals.
Man town centre (Gare Routière) → Hôtel Les Résidences
💡 Shared taxis are orange. Negotiate fixed fare before boarding—500 CFA per person is standard within town. For the hotel, say 'Résidences, côté quartier Dioulabougou'.
About Man
Wikipedia ↗
Man is a city in western Ivory Coast. It is the seat of both Montagnes District and Tonkpi Region. It is also a commune and the seat of and a sub-prefecture of Man Department. In the 2014 census, the city had a population of 149,041, making it the eighth-largest city in the country.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hôtel Leveneur?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the courtyard (away from the street). These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level bustle and likely quieter than the top floor if there’s no lift noise above you.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hôtel Leveneur?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street; they’ll pick up foot traffic and any roadside noise from Man’s main roads. Also skip rooms directly next to the lift shaft and the service entrance—likely at one end of the corridor.
Is Hôtel Leveneur noisy?
Man is a lively regional capital. Expect motorbike horns, market hawkers, and occasional music from nearby bars or churches, especially Friday-Sunday. The hotel’s position on a main street means morning traffic starts early (around 6am).
Which rooms have the best views at Hôtel Leveneur?
Courtyard-side rooms offer the quietest outlook, probably over the inner garden or parking. Street-side rooms give you a view of Man’s real life—market activity, motos, and shopfronts.
What are insider tips for staying at Hôtel Leveneur?
1. Parking is likely limited (3-star in central Man); arrive early to secure a spot or ask the front desk if you can pull up on the pavement. 2. If you need quiet, request a courtyard room at booking and confirm the same day—they’re in demand.
What time is check-in at Hôtel Leveneur?
Check-in at Hôtel Leveneur is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hôtel Leveneur have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi throughout, 5 Mbps down/2 Mbps up; you must re-login every 12 hours via browser; no paid upgrade available
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hôtel Leveneur?
1,500 XOF per person per night, collected at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Hôtel Leveneur?
Plate of attiéké (cassava couscous) with grilled fish or chicken from a local maquis, about 1500-2000 CFA.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hôtel Leveneur?
Shared taxis (woro-woro) along fixed routes cost 200-500 CFA per trip within town; from Man airport (airstrip) to centre, a regular taxi costs around 1500-2000 CFA, negotiable.
When is the best time to visit Man?
December, January and February: dry season, blue skies, comfortable mid-20s°C. The harmattan wind from the Sahara keeps humidity moderate and roads passable.
Top Attractions in Man
💡 Haggling is expected, but keep it friendly — offering half the initial price is standard. Visit on a Saturday morning when more craftsmen are present.
💡 Best at sunset for the golden light. Bring mosquito repellent; the benches face the breeze but the bushes harbour insects.
💡 Ask at your hotel about current conditions — the river can rise after heavy rain. No facilities, so bring your own towel and drinking water.
💡 Go early — before 9am — to have the pools to yourself. Take sturdy sandals for the slippery rocks and a 500 CFA coin for the local guardian.
💡 Hire a guide at the trailhead for about 3000 CFA. The ascent takes 2–3 hours; bring plenty of water and a light jacket as it gets windy at the top.