Your stay — Yameogo Richard Wapassi
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The Property — Yameogo Richard Wapassi
The Yameogo Richard Wapassi is a concrete, functional 3-star in Ouaga's central Ouagadougou district. It feels like a no-nonsense base for business travellers and aid workers: clean tiled lobby, slow ceiling fans, a small bar that does passable brochettes. The USP is location—five minutes from the grand mosque and the Grand Marché—and a small pool that offers genuine afternoon relief from the Sahel heat.
Chronicles of Ouagadougou
Ouagadougou was founded as a Mossi village in the 15th century, becoming the capital of the Mossi Empire. The French turned it into an administrative centre after 1896, leaving wide boulevards and colonial villas that now house ministries. Independence in 1960 saw a burst of modernist concrete, notably by architect Richard Maiffert, and recent decades have brought a national museum, the striking 1998 Ouagadougou Cathedral, and an energetic film scene via FESPACO. Today it's a sprawling, lively city of 2.5 million where dusty streets mix with air-conditioned malls and roadside grilled chicken smoke.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ouagadougou guide →Best months
November and December—cool, dry, clear skies after the rains, with Ouaga calm and pleasant for exploring markets and monuments.
Peak / festival surge
February is peak due to FESPACO (the pan-African film festival), which brings crowds, hotel prices jumping 30–50% at 3-star places, and a vibrant street atmosphere.
Budget shoulder season
May and June—milder before the rains start, hotel discounts of 20–30%, and fewer visitors as the heat builds slightly.
Weather & packing
Ouaga's climate is brutally dry from November to May, then sodden with torrential downpours June–September. Pack only light cotton or linen layers, plus a waterproof jacket and umbrella for the evening storm season.
Live City Briefing — Ouagadougou
- A new bus rapid transit line along Avenue Charles de Gaulle now links the city centre to the airport, cutting taxi costs and travel time by 20 minutes since June 2025.
- The Grand Marché's east section reopened in March 2026 after fire damage repairs, restoring access to the fabric and craft stalls most visitors seek.
- Digging for the new water mains in the Ouagadougou 2000 district continues through summer 2026, causing occasional afternoon road closures around the UN roundabout—check your route to the hotel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Yameogo Richard Wapassi, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a ground-floor room at the back of the building (away from Rue de la Gare) – quieter than upper floors (no lift noise) and directly accessible for luggage.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any room facing the street (Rue de la Gare) on either floor – traffic and street noise are constant in this zone. Also avoid top-floor rooms under the roof (likely hotter and no lift to carry bags upstairs).
Best views
Limited – request a room overlooking the small internal courtyard (if available) rather than the street; otherwise, no meaningful view given the two-storey layout and urban setting.
Quietest floors
Ground floor (reception level) is the quietest at this hotel – no stairs needed and furthest from roof heat.
🔊 Noise notes
Rue de la Gare is a main road with motorbikes and trucks from early morning until late evening. The unguarded car park (8 spaces) at the front adds occasional engine and door slams. Wi-Fi is slow (1 Mbps) – don't rely on streaming or video calls.
Insider tips
1. Park at Parking Place des Nations Unies (500 XOF/night, 300 m walk) for guarded security – the free on-site car park is not secure. 2. Request a ground-floor room with a side-door ramp access (step-free) if you have heavy luggage – no lift makes upper floors a hassle.
- 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 — Yameogo Richard Wapassi
Free basic Wi-Fi (1 Mbps) in lobby and all rooms; no login – one device only. No paid upgrade.
No lift – two-storey building, stairs only.
Complimentary print daily (Le Pays, Burkina Faso); no digital newsstand.
Check-in from 12:00; early bag-drop available from 08:00 (free). Late check-out until 18:00 costs 50% of nightly rate; after 18:00 charges full night.
Free secure storage at reception; no time limit.
Step-free entrance via ramp at side door. No wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathroom grab bars. Ground-floor rooms available on request.
On-site unguarded parking for 8 cars, free. Nearest public car park: Parking Place des Nations Unies (300 m, XOF 500 per night). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment required at booking (non-refundable); no incidental hold at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: EEAD BURKINA PENNDEL (812 m · ~10 min walk)
- Place of worship: EEAD Temple BENAJA (1.8 km · ~23 min walk)
- Church: Témoins de Jéhovah (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
- Church: A Zeova Kaset rãmbã (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Coris Bank — 802 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →West African CFA franc, XOF
Change money at banks or exchange bureaux in the city centre; avoid the airport and hotel desks for poor rates.
Cards work at larger hotels and some supermarkets, but most daily purchases are cash-only; contactless is rare.
Restaurants: leave 5-10% if service not included. Taxis: round up to nearest 100 XOF. Hotel staff: small cash tip for porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Street-side Nescafe stalls: 200-300 XOF
Plate of rice with sauce at a local 'maquis': 1500-2000 XOF
Grilled meat with alloco: 2000-3000 XOF main
Grand Marché area and night food stalls near cinemas; grilled brochettes and beignets common
Supermarche Marina and small neighbourhood boutiques are common; no major chain
Grand Marché for cheap fabric and ready-made clothes; boutique street near Avenue Kwame Nkrumah
Zemidjan (motorcycle taxi) fares from 200 or 300 XOF for short trips; airport to centre about 1500 XOF by zemi
Always negotiate zemidjan and market prices beforehand; eat at local maquis not hotel restaurants; use bottled water from boutiques not cafes.
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 Yameogo Richard Wapassi
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Coris Bank — 802 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Yameogo Richard Wapassi?
Request a ground-floor room at the back of the building (away from Rue de la Gare) – quieter than upper floors (no lift noise) and directly accessible for luggage.
Which rooms should I avoid at Yameogo Richard Wapassi?
Avoid any room facing the street (Rue de la Gare) on either floor – traffic and street noise are constant in this zone. Also avoid top-floor rooms under the roof (likely hotter and no lift to carry bags upstairs).
Is Yameogo Richard Wapassi noisy?
Rue de la Gare is a main road with motorbikes and trucks from early morning until late evening. The unguarded car park (8 spaces) at the front adds occasional engine and door slams. Wi-Fi is slow (1 Mbps) – don't rely on streaming or video calls.
Which rooms have the best views at Yameogo Richard Wapassi?
Limited – request a room overlooking the small internal courtyard (if available) rather than the street; otherwise, no meaningful view given the two-storey layout and urban setting.
What are insider tips for staying at Yameogo Richard Wapassi?
1. Park at Parking Place des Nations Unies (500 XOF/night, 300 m walk) for guarded security – the free on-site car park is not secure. 2. Request a ground-floor room with a side-door ramp access (step-free) if you have heavy luggage – no lift makes upper floors a hassle.
What time is check-in at Yameogo Richard Wapassi?
Check-in at Yameogo Richard Wapassi is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Yameogo Richard Wapassi have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (1 Mbps) in lobby and all rooms; no login – one device only. No paid upgrade.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Yameogo Richard Wapassi?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Yameogo Richard Wapassi?
Plate of rice with sauce at a local 'maquis': 1500-2000 XOF
What is the cheapest way to get around from Yameogo Richard Wapassi?
Zemidjan (motorcycle taxi) fares from 200 or 300 XOF for short trips; airport to centre about 1500 XOF by zemi
When is the best time to visit Ouagadougou?
November and December—cool, dry, clear skies after the rains, with Ouaga calm and pleasant for exploring markets and monuments.
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.