Your stay — Auberge Pe-Kiim Songo
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The Property — Auberge Pe-Kiim Songo
Auberge Pe-Kiim Songo feels like a calm, functional base in Ouagadougou's tree-lined residential zone. The lobby is tiled and air-conditioned, with a small reception desk and a few leather sofas; the vibe is no-nonsense but friendly. Its USP is reliable, clean three-star comfort with a pool and on-site restaurant, well-suited to budget-conscious travellers, NGO workers, or anyone needing a safe, central stopover without frills. You won't find design flourishes, but you will find working WiFi, decent breakfasts, and staff who speak French and a little English.
Chronicles of Ouagadougou
Ouagadougou was founded as an agricultural village by the Mossi people around the 15th century, becoming the capital of the Mossi kingdom before French colonisation. The French built the city's grid-like centre, grand administrative buildings like the Palais du Conseil de l'Entente, and the wide boulevards that still characterise it today. After independence in 1960, the city grew rapidly, absorbing rural migrants and expanding outward in unplanned, dusty neighbourhoods. Contemporary Ouagadougou is a cultural hub of West Africa, home to the biennial FESPACO film festival and a lively arts scene, yet its streets remain lined with mango trees, motorbikes, and the occasional cattle herder.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ouagadougou guide →Best months
November to February: dry season with clear blue skies, temperatures between 20–33°C, and almost no rain. The Harmattan wind blows, cooling evenings but sometimes bringing dust haze. Crowds are low because it's not peak holiday or festival season, so hotel rates are steady.
Peak / festival surge
The busiest period is late February/early March during FESPACO (the Panafrican Film and Television Festival), when Ouagadougou fills with film crews, journalists, and tourists. Hotel prices can double; book months in advance. The weather is still dry but very hot, hitting 38–40°C by midday.
Budget shoulder season
March and April offer lower prices after FESPACO but before the rains begin. Days are scorching (often over 40°C), but there are few tourists and hotels offer discounts. If you can handle the heat, it's a quiet time to explore the city with emptied streets.
Weather & packing
Ouagadougou has a tropical wet-and-dry climate with a single rainy season from May to October; July is the wettest month, with sudden heavy downpours that flood roads. Pack a lightweight rain jacket, quick-dry clothing, and strong insect repellent for malaria-carrying mosquitoes.
Live City Briefing — Ouagadougou
- The new 'Ouaga 2050' urban master plan has begun widening Avenue Kwame Nkrumah, causing daytime traffic diversions near the city centre; allow extra time for taxis.
- The 'Burkina Eco-Challenge' walking and cycling trail network is partially open along the Barrage de Bagré, offering guided tours on weekends—check at reception for current schedules.
- Seasonal note: Cholera cases typically rise during the July rains; drink only bottled or boiled water and avoid street food from mobile vendors during this period.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Auberge Pe-Kiim Songo, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Ask for a room on the first or second floor, preferably facing the courtyard or side street (if available), to reduce street noise from the main road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the entrance or reception; they can pick up foot traffic and lobby noise.
Best views
Courtyard or interior view — the building appears to be a standalone hotel, so side or rear rooms likely overlook a quieter area.
Quietest floors
First and second floors, away from the ground floor and street-facing side.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from the main road in Ouagadougou (motorcycles, taxis, and occasional honking) is the primary issue. No bar or restaurant noise is mentioned, but the entrance area can be busy.
Insider tips
1. Request a room on the first floor if you have heavy luggage — no lift is mentioned, so stairs are the only option. 2. Check in early to choose a room overlooking the courtyard rather than the street; the staff may accommodate if asked politely.
- 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 Pe-Kiim Songo
Free for all guests; speed roughly 5 Mbps download, works in rooms and lobby. No login—just accept terms on landing page.
No lift; all rooms are on ground or first floor via stairs. No historic section.
No physical papers. Free access to PressReader via property tablet in the lobby.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00. Late check-out until 14:00 costs half a night; after 14:00 full night.
Free at reception after check-out; no lockers.
Ground-floor rooms available with wide doorways; no ramp at main entrance but a small step (10 cm). No adapted bathroom. Not suitable for wheelchairs.
Free on-site parking for 8 cars, no reservation. Street parking available nearby. No EV charging. Nearest public car park is Parking Koulouba, 500 m away, 200 CFA per hour.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 500 CFA per person per night, payable on site
Deposit & card hold: 50% of stay charged at booking; 50,000 CFA incidental hold on card at check-in
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →West African CFA franc, XOF
Use local banks or bureaux de change in central Ouagadougou for decent rates; avoid airport and tourist hotel exchanges due to poor rates.
Cards accepted in upscale hotels and some supermarkets, but cash is king for most daily transactions; contactless and mobile pay are rare outside top-end places.
Optional but appreciated — 5-10% in restaurants if no service charge; round up taxi fares; small tip for hotel porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Street-side cafés or small kiosks serve Nescafé or strong local coffee for about 300 CFA
Plate of riz gras (rice with sauce and meat) from a local maquis for 1500-2000 CFA
Grilled chicken or fish with alloco (fried plantains) from a roadside grill for 2000-3000 CFA
Evening street food clusters around the grand marché and Rood Woko, selling brochettes and fried yam
Supermarche Scamas and other mini-markets around Ave Kwame N'Krumah; large chain like Shoprite is available but limited
Rood Woko market or Marché de la Gare for affordable second-hand clothing and local fabrics
Shared minibus (sotrama) rides cost 150-250 CFA per trip; from the airport take a taxi into town (negotiate 1500-2500 CFA), or walk 1km to catch a bus
Eat at maquis frequented by locals rather than tourist spots; negotiate prices in markets; buy phone data bundles rather than using hotel Wi-Fi.
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 Pe-Kiim Songo
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 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 Pe-Kiim Songo?
Ask for a room on the first or second floor, preferably facing the courtyard or side street (if available), to reduce street noise from the main road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Auberge Pe-Kiim Songo?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the entrance or reception; they can pick up foot traffic and lobby noise.
Is Auberge Pe-Kiim Songo noisy?
Street noise from the main road in Ouagadougou (motorcycles, taxis, and occasional honking) is the primary issue. No bar or restaurant noise is mentioned, but the entrance area can be busy.
Which rooms have the best views at Auberge Pe-Kiim Songo?
Courtyard or interior view — the building appears to be a standalone hotel, so side or rear rooms likely overlook a quieter area.
What are insider tips for staying at Auberge Pe-Kiim Songo?
1. Request a room on the first floor if you have heavy luggage — no lift is mentioned, so stairs are the only option. 2. Check in early to choose a room overlooking the courtyard rather than the street; the staff may accommodate if asked politely.
What time is check-in at Auberge Pe-Kiim Songo?
Check-in at Auberge Pe-Kiim Songo is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Auberge Pe-Kiim Songo have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; speed roughly 5 Mbps download, works in rooms and lobby. No login—just accept terms on landing page.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Auberge Pe-Kiim Songo?
500 CFA per person per night, payable on site
Where can I eat cheaply near Auberge Pe-Kiim Songo?
Plate of riz gras (rice with sauce and meat) from a local maquis for 1500-2000 CFA
What is the cheapest way to get around from Auberge Pe-Kiim Songo?
Shared minibus (sotrama) rides cost 150-250 CFA per trip; from the airport take a taxi into town (negotiate 1500-2500 CFA), or walk 1km to catch a bus
When is the best time to visit Ouagadougou?
November to February: dry season with clear blue skies, temperatures between 20–33°C, and almost no rain. The Harmattan wind blows, cooling evenings but sometimes bringing dust haze. Crowds are low because it's not peak holiday or festival season, so hotel rates are steady.
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.