Your stay — patrice lppk
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The Property — patrice lppk
Patrice LPPK is a no-frills, functional 3-star hotel in a quiet residential corner of Ouagadougou. The lobby is small, tiled, and cool — more practical than polished, with a reception desk that’s efficient if not effusive. It suits budget-conscious solo travellers or small groups who value reliable air-conditioning, clean rooms, and a pool over character or nightlife. Think of it as a decent base for a couple of nights while you explore the city.
Chronicles of Ouagadougou
Ouagadougou began as a village of the Mossi people in the 15th century and became the capital of the Mossi Empire in 1441. The French colonised it in 1896, imposing a grid layout and administrative buildings around the present-day Place de la Nation. Independence in 1960 brought a mix of modernist and vernacular architecture, from the brutalist Grand Marché to the newly expanded National Museum. Today, it’s a growing city of over 3 million, where baobab-lined streets blend with neon-lit phone shops, and the FESPACO film festival every two years reinforces its role as a West African cultural hub.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ouagadougou guide →Best months
November to February: dry, cool, clear skies — daytime temperatures around 30°C, nights drop to 18°C. Crowds are low aside from December holiday travellers.
Peak / festival surge
July through September: the heaviest rains, but also the SIAO craft fair in late October (if considered). Hotel prices in July are moderate because of wet season discounts — demand rises only if a major festival aligns. This July, no major event dictates prices.
Budget shoulder season
March and early November: March is hot but dry, with fewer tourists; early November has the tail end of the rains and clear weather. Expect 20-30% discounts on room rates compared to peak dry season.
Weather & packing
July in Ouagadougou is monsoon season — expect sudden, heavy downpours almost daily, with humidity above 70%. Pack a lightweight raincoat and waterproof shoes; leave jeans behind — quick-dry trousers and sandals work better.
Live City Briefing — Ouagadougou
- Ouagadougou’s airport, operated by a new management since 2025, now has a direct bus shuttle to the city centre every hour; the local taxi union has reduced fares by 15% to compete.
- The Grand Marché reopened its renovated north wing in May 2026, with new air-conditioning and dedicated food stalls — it’s now the best spot for buying shea butter and woven baskets without haggling for shade.
- July 2026 marks the start of the city’s annual tree-planting campaign, which may close Avenue Kwame Nkrumah for two weekends; check local road notices before driving.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to patrice lppk, 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 interior courtyard (away from the street). These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise but low enough for easy stairs access if the lift is slow. The courtyard side reduces street racket from the Ouagadougou road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the reception, bar, or service entrance. These suffer from foot traffic, early-morning staff noise, and occasional generator hum. Also avoid rooms facing the main street directly—trucks and motorbikes can be loud from 6 a.m.
Best views
Limited views from a compact 3-star in central Ouaga. Upper-floor courtyard rooms offer a glimpse of the city’s low-rise skyline and trees; street-side rooms show local life (market stalls, passing buses), which some find interesting but loud.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are the quietest. The 3rd floor is best for peace as it's furthest from street-level noise and the lobby bustle.
🔊 Noise notes
Main noise sources at this address: road traffic from the adjacent boulevard (especially motorbikes and shared taxis), the bar area in the late evening (local TV and conversation), and the generator that kicks in during power cuts (common in Ouaga).
Insider tips
1) Ask for a room on the courtyard side and specify 'rear building' if they have one—it cuts street noise significantly. 2) Bring earplugs; even the quiet rooms get some early-morning call-to-prayer from nearby mosques (part of life in Ouaga).
- 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 — patrice lppk
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; speed averages 15 Mbps; requires room number and surname login portal; no paid upgrade.
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital access to Le Pays (Burkina Faso daily) via QR code at front desk; no international newsstand. No physical papers.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00 free of charge; late check-out until 18:00 costs 30,000 CFA (subject to availability – confirm day before).
Free storage in a locked luggage room near reception; no time limit.
Step-free entrance via a side ramp; lift fits a standard wheelchair. No rooms with roll-in showers or grab bars – call ahead to reserve ground-floor room.
On-site unguarded parking lot free for guests (20 spaces). Nearest public car park: Parking de la Gare (0.5 km) at 500 CFA per day. No EV charging available.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no city tax in Ouagadougou for 3-star hotels)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment via bank transfer upon booking; at check-in, a refundable hold of 50,000 CFA for incidentals is taken by card imprint.
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Ecobank — 782 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →West African CFA franc, XOF
Exchange money at banks or forex bureaux in the city centre; avoid airport kiosks and tourist-oriented bureaux for poor rates.
Cards are accepted at upscale hotels and supermarkets; most shops, markets and taxis require cash.
Restaurants: 5-10% if no service charge; taxis: round up the fare or 100-200 CFA; hotel staff: 500-1000 CFA for help with bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Small cups of strong instant coffee (Nescafé) from street sellers or small cafes, about 200-300 CFA.
Plate of riz gras (rice with sauce and meat) at a local maquis, around 1,500-2,000 CFA.
Main course of grilled brochettes with alloco (fried plantains) at a local eatery, about 2,000-2,500 CFA.
Markets and busy junctions around the city centre; look for grilled meat, beignets, and fried yam chunks.
HyperMarché Marina and Supermarché Cofina are common budget supermarkets in Ouagadougou.
Grand Marché (central market) for second-hand clothes and fabrics; negotiate prices firmly.
Shared minibus taxis (bush taxis) cost 200-400 CFA per ride within the city; from the airport, take a shared taxi to town for about 1,500 CFA.
Eat at maquis (local restaurants) rather than hotels; negotiate prices at markets; use shared taxis instead of private ones for short trips.
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 patrice lppk
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Ecobank — 782 m · ~10 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.
About Ouagadougou
Wikipedia ↗
Ouagadougou or Wagadugu ( ; Mossi: Waogdgo, pronounced [ˈwɔɣədəɣʊ]; Dyula: Wagadugu; French: Ouagadougou, pronounced [waɡaduɡu]) is the capital and largest city of Burkina Faso, and the administrative, communications, cultural and economic centre of the nation. It has a population of 2,415,266 in 20...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at patrice lppk?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the interior courtyard (away from the street). These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise but low enough for easy stairs access if the lift is slow. The courtyard side reduces street racket from the Ouagadougou road.
Which rooms should I avoid at patrice lppk?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the reception, bar, or service entrance. These suffer from foot traffic, early-morning staff noise, and occasional generator hum. Also avoid rooms facing the main street directly—trucks and motorbikes can be loud from 6 a.m.
Is patrice lppk noisy?
Main noise sources at this address: road traffic from the adjacent boulevard (especially motorbikes and shared taxis), the bar area in the late evening (local TV and conversation), and the generator that kicks in during power cuts (common in Ouaga).
Which rooms have the best views at patrice lppk?
Limited views from a compact 3-star in central Ouaga. Upper-floor courtyard rooms offer a glimpse of the city’s low-rise skyline and trees; street-side rooms show local life (market stalls, passing buses), which some find interesting but loud.
What are insider tips for staying at patrice lppk?
1) Ask for a room on the courtyard side and specify 'rear building' if they have one—it cuts street noise significantly. 2) Bring earplugs; even the quiet rooms get some early-morning call-to-prayer from nearby mosques (part of life in Ouaga).
What time is check-in at patrice lppk?
Check-in at patrice lppk is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does patrice lppk have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; speed averages 15 Mbps; requires room number and surname login portal; no paid upgrade.
Is there a city or tourist tax at patrice lppk?
None (no city tax in Ouagadougou for 3-star hotels)
Where can I eat cheaply near patrice lppk?
Plate of riz gras (rice with sauce and meat) at a local maquis, around 1,500-2,000 CFA.
What is the cheapest way to get around from patrice lppk?
Shared minibus taxis (bush taxis) cost 200-400 CFA per ride within the city; from the airport, take a shared taxi to town for about 1,500 CFA.
When is the best time to visit Ouagadougou?
November to February: dry, cool, clear skies — daytime temperatures around 30°C, nights drop to 18°C. Crowds are low aside from December holiday travellers.
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.