Your stay — Auberge DA
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The Property — Auberge DA
Auberge DA is a straightforward, no-frills 3-star guesthouse in Ouagadougou’s residential Dassasgho neighbourhood. The lobby feels like a calm, tiled reception room with a small front desk, a seating area, and a noticeboard with local taxi numbers. Its main appeal is reliable, clean rooms with air-conditioning and a simple breakfast of bread, coffee and fruit – ideal for a short stopover or practical stay. It suits solo travellers or couples who want a safe, functional base without paying for resort extras.
Chronicles of Ouagadougou
Ouagadougou was founded as a Mossi village in the 15th century and became the capital of the Mossi Empire before French colonisation in 1896. The city’s architecture mixes colonial-era administrative buildings with modern low-rise concrete blocks, and the grand Moro-Naba Palace remains the symbolic centre of Mossi authority. After independence in 1960, the city grew rapidly as a political and cultural hub, hosting the biennial FESPACO film festival since 1969. Today, it’s a dusty, spread-out city of around 2.5 million people, known for its lively markets and a resilient artistic scene despite periodic security challenges. The National Museum of Music and the Grand Market are key cultural anchors.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ouagadougou guide →Best months
November to February: the dry, cool season with average highs around 32°C, little rain, and clearer skies – perfect for exploring outdoors. Crowds are moderate as this is the peak tourist window, but hotels remain affordable compared to festival periods.
Peak / festival surge
February and March are the busiest months, driven by FESPACO (the Panafrican Film and Television Festival of Ouagadougou) in late February/early March. Hotel prices can double, with 3-star rooms like Auberge DA often booked solid weeks ahead. The city fills with filmmakers, journalists and culture tourists.
Budget shoulder season
April to June and October are the best shoulder months. April and May are hot (up to 40°C) but dry, with fewer tourists and discounted room rates – expect 20-30% off peak prices. October is still warm but the first rains ease the dust, and crowds are low.
Weather & packing
Ouagadougou has a sharp rainy season from June to September, with sudden downpours that can flood dirt roads and disrupt traffic. Pack a lightweight rain jacket and waterproof shoes, plus a sarong or scarf for dust protection on moto-taxis.
Live City Briefing — Ouagadougou
- The new Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system along Avenue Kwame Nkrumah is partially operational, reducing taxi times between the airport and Dassasgho – but many streets remain unpaved and potholed, so allow extra travel time.
- The Grand Market reopened in late 2025 after a major renovation, with improved drainage and wider aisles; it’s now a must-visit for souvenirs but expect higher prices than smaller neighbourhood stalls.
- July is peak rainy season: heavy afternoon storms can cause localised flooding, so carry a poncho and confirm your hotel’s backup power supply – Auberge DA has a generator listed in guest reviews.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Auberge DA, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first floor (above ground level) at the rear of the building, away from the street. These tend to be quieter and slightly cooler, as the hotel sits in a low-rise area with no lift, so first floor avoids ground-floor noise without climbing too many stairs.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street. Street noise from scooters, taxis, and market activity is constant, especially near the main road in Ouagadougou. Also avoid any room directly adjacent to the reception area or bar, as music and foot traffic can carry late into the night.
Best views
There isn’t much of a view—this is a modest 3-star in a dense residential-commercial area. Rear rooms overlook a courtyard or neighbouring compounds, which is nicer than the street view of passing motorbikes and dust.
Quietest floors
First floor, rear-facing rooms. The hotel has two floors, with the first floor being the quietest option since it’s above ground-level bustle but not on the top floor where roof access or fewer sound barriers exist.
🔊 Noise notes
Ouagadougou is noisy: motorbikes start early, and the hotel is on a main-ish road. Generators and air conditioning units hum from nearby buildings. Also, occasional evening events or mosque calls at dawn can carry, though the latter is city-wide.
Insider tips
Arrive early to request a rear first-floor room personally at check-in, as phone preferences aren’t always noted. If you have a car, ask about off-street parking behind the hotel—it’s safer than parking on the street overnight.
- 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 — Auberge DA
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; typical speed 15 Mbps download; no login required.
Single lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital access to Le Faso Presse via QR code at front desk; no physical newspapers.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available from 10:00 without fee. Late check-out until 18:00 costs half the nightly rate.
Complimentary storage at reception for same-day arrivals and departures.
Step-free access at main entrance; one wheelchair-accessible room on ground floor; no lift access to rooftop terrace.
Free on-site parking for up to 15 cars; nearest public car park is 200 m away at Marché de Sankara, 500 CFA per night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 500 CFA per person per night, payable at check-in
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit required for booking; incidental hold of 20,000 CFA at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Eglise Saint-Paul (621 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Eglise du Plein Evangile (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Place of worship: mosquée sunite (1.6 km · ~21 min walk)
- Church: Église Alliance Chrétienne (1.8 km · ~22 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Pharmacie AFIYA — 382 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →West African CFA franc, XOF
Exchange at banks or dedicated exchange bureaux in the city centre; avoid airport kiosks and hotel desks which give poor rates.
Cards accepted at larger hotels and some supermarkets, but most shops, taxis, and markets demand cash; contactless is rare.
Restaurants: 5-10% if no service charge; taxis: round up fare; hotel staff: 500-1000 CFA for bags/cleaning.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Instant coffee or Nescafé at a street stall or local tea shop, about 200-300 CFA.
Rice and sauce (riz sauce) at a small maquis or street stall, roughly 1000-1500 CFA.
Grilled fish or brochettes with attiéké at a local grill, around 1500-2500 CFA.
Along Boulevard Charles de Gaulle and around the Grand Marché; evening stalls selling brochettes, beignets, and grilled corn.
Super U and Marina Market are common mid-range supermarkets in the area; smaller boutiques for basics.
Grand Marché and smaller street stalls for second-hand (friperie) and locally made cotton shirts and pagne fabrics.
Shared taxi (500-1000 CFA per trip within central areas), or take a mototaxi (moto) for 200-500 CFA; from airport, negotiate a shared taxi to town for 1000-1500 CFA.
Eat at maquis (local eateries) rather than hotels; use shared taxis instead of private ones; haggle at markets for clothes and souvenirs.
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 Auberge DA
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: pharmacy · Pharmacie AFIYA — 382 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Auberge DA?
Request a room on the first floor (above ground level) at the rear of the building, away from the street. These tend to be quieter and slightly cooler, as the hotel sits in a low-rise area with no lift, so first floor avoids ground-floor noise without climbing too many stairs.
Which rooms should I avoid at Auberge DA?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street. Street noise from scooters, taxis, and market activity is constant, especially near the main road in Ouagadougou. Also avoid any room directly adjacent to the reception area or bar, as music and foot traffic can carry late into the night.
Is Auberge DA noisy?
Ouagadougou is noisy: motorbikes start early, and the hotel is on a main-ish road. Generators and air conditioning units hum from nearby buildings. Also, occasional evening events or mosque calls at dawn can carry, though the latter is city-wide.
Which rooms have the best views at Auberge DA?
There isn’t much of a view—this is a modest 3-star in a dense residential-commercial area. Rear rooms overlook a courtyard or neighbouring compounds, which is nicer than the street view of passing motorbikes and dust.
What are insider tips for staying at Auberge DA?
Arrive early to request a rear first-floor room personally at check-in, as phone preferences aren’t always noted. If you have a car, ask about off-street parking behind the hotel—it’s safer than parking on the street overnight.
What time is check-in at Auberge DA?
Check-in at Auberge DA is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Auberge DA have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; typical speed 15 Mbps download; no login required.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Auberge DA?
500 CFA per person per night, payable at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Auberge DA?
Rice and sauce (riz sauce) at a small maquis or street stall, roughly 1000-1500 CFA.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Auberge DA?
Shared taxi (500-1000 CFA per trip within central areas), or take a mototaxi (moto) for 200-500 CFA; from airport, negotiate a shared taxi to town for 1000-1500 CFA.
When is the best time to visit Ouagadougou?
November to February: the dry, cool season with average highs around 32°C, little rain, and clearer skies – perfect for exploring outdoors. Crowds are moderate as this is the peak tourist window, but hotels remain affordable compared to festival periods.
Top Attractions in 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.