A sua permanência — Hôtel Amiso
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A propriedade — Hôtel Amiso
Hôtel Amiso is a straightforward, functional 3-star in the city centre, built around a courtyard with a small pool that offers a reprieve from the Ouagadougou heat. The lobby feels like a casual, air-conditioned front room – tiled floors, plastic chairs, a receptionist who knows the local taxi drivers by name. It suits independent travellers or NGO workers who want clean beds, reliable WiFi and a decent breakfast without paying for frills. The USP is location and price: you're a short walk from the Grande Mosquée and the main market, and the street food vendors outside are excellent for a cheap dinner.
Crónicas de Ouagadougou
Ouagadougou began as a farming village of the Mossi people in the 15th century, growing into the capital of the Mossi kingdom before French colonisation in the 1890s. The French built a colonial grid, but the city really expanded after independence in 1960, when it became the political and cultural centre of Burkina Faso. Its architecture mixes low-rise colonial villas, concrete modern blocks and sprawling informal markets, with the Grand Mosque (1930s) as a landmark. Today it's a city of galleries, live music and the biennial FESPACO film festival, though security checkpoints and dust remind you of the Sahel's realities.
Melhor época para visitar
Guia completo de Ouagadougou →Melhores meses
November to February: temperatures drop to 20-33°C, skies are clear, and the Harmattan wind keeps humidity low. These are the main tourist and business travel months, but crowds are still moderate outside major events.
Peak / Festival Surge
December and January are busiest for the African Cup of Nations qualifiers and year-end holidays; hotel prices can rise 20-30%. The week of FESPACO (late February/early March, next in 2027) is also peak, with rooms booked months ahead.
Orçamento da temporada
March and October are good shoulder months: still dry (March) or pre-Harmattan (October), with fewer visitors and cheaper rates. Avoid April-June (uncomfortably hot) and July-September (rainy season – flights often disrupted).
Tempo e embalagem
Ouagadougou has a ferocious dry season and a sudden, muddy rainy season: July and August see afternoon downpours that flood unpaved roads. Pack lightweight, long-sleeved cotton clothes for sun and mosquitoes, and always carry a reusable water bottle and water purification tablets – tap water is not safe to drink.
Livro City Briefing — Ouagadougou
- The new Ouagadougou airport terminal opened in 2025, reducing check-in delays; still confirm flight status 24h before as Air Burkina schedules remain erratic.
- A major road widening on Avenue de la Grande Mosquée is ongoing until late 2026 – expect dust and detours near Hôtel Amiso, but the market remains open.
- The annual 'Jazz à Ouaga' festival runs 1-4 July 2026 with free concerts at the French Institute; book a taxi early or walk if you're near the hotel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hôtel Amiso, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd floor or higher, facing the interior courtyard (away from the street). These are quieter and have less dust from the unpaved road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms overlooking the street – they pick up traffic noise, motorbike horns, and dust from passing cars. Also skip rooms near the staircase or lift well, as noise travels easily.
Best views
The best view is from upper-floor rooms on the north or east side of the building, overlooking the low-rise city skyline – you get some breeze and a glimpse of the central market area. South-facing rooms see the street directly.
Quietest floors
3rd and 4th floors are the quietest, furthest from street-level noise and the reception area.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on a busy sealed road in central Ouagadougou. Expect motorbike traffic from 6am, plus occasional lorry noise. Friday evenings and public holidays bring additional street celebrations. The buffet dining area on the ground floor can be loud until 10pm.
Insider tips
Ask for a room away from the stairwell if you plan to sleep past 7am – the cleaners start banging doors then. Parking is on the street out front, so keep valuables in the room safe. If you're noise-sensitive, request a room on the 4th floor as far from the lift as possible.
- 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
Instalações do hotel — Hôtel Amiso
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas. Speed around 10 Mbps download. No login required; open network with password on room key card.
Single lift serves all three guest floors. No staircase-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers. Reception has a small shelf of outdated tourism brochures; otherwise no digital newsstand.
Standard check-in 14:00, check-out 11:00. Early bag drop available from 08:00 at reception. Late check-out until 14:00 costs 15,000 XOF, subject to availability.
Free luggage storage at reception for same-day departures or early arrivals. No overnight storage.
No step-free access. Main entrance has two steps. No wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathrooms. Lift door width 75 cm.
Free on-site parking for up to 15 cars, gated overnight. No valet. Public parking on Avenue Kwame Nkrumah after 18:00 (free, unattended). No EV charging.
Taxas, Taxas e Depósitos
City / tourist tax: 1000 XOF per person per night (collected at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required for one night via bank transfer or card; 50,000 XOF hold on card at check-in for incidentals
Faith & Dietary nas proximidades
- Church: Mission Adventiste à Ouaga (174 m · ~2 min walk)
- Mosque: Grande Mosquée (556 m · ~7 min walk)
- Place of worship: Maison d'Accueil - Missionnaire d'Afrique (633 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Chapel de la Réconciliation (685 m · ~9 min walk)
Estilo de vida e recreação local
energy vivo — 887 m · ~11 min walk
voomle100 — 769 m · ~10 min walk
Musée de la Musique de Ouagadougou — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
5 minutos de rádio essencial
UBA — 120 m · ~2 min walk
Pharmacie De La Cathédrale — 677 m · ~8 min walk
Chez NARE — 58 m · ~1 min walk
Gare STAF — 222 m · ~3 min walk
Dinheiro e moeda
Get a travel card →West African CFA Franc, XOF
Use banks or official bureaux de change in the city centre; avoid airport and hotel exchanges for poor rates.
Cards accepted in upscale hotels and some supermarkets, but cash is king everywhere else; contactless is rare.
Restaurants: 5-10% if service charge not included. Taxis: round up fare. Hotel staff: small tip (500-1000 XOF) for service.
Comer, Comprar e Viajar em um Orçamento
Cheap car hire →Strong coffee from street stalls or local kiosks; about 200-300 XOF.
Plate of rice with sauce and meat at a maquis (local eatery); about 1500-2000 XOF.
Grilled chicken or fish with alloco (fried plantains) and salad; about 2500-3500 XOF for a main.
Areas around Rond-point des Cinémas and the Grand Marché have grilled meats, beignets, and brochettes.
Supermarkets like Marina Market and Score are common in this area.
Grand Marché for second-hand and local tailor-made clothing; prices negotiable.
Shared taxi (taxi-brousse) around 200-500 XOF per ride within town; from airport take a regular taxi negotiable to 2000-3000 XOF to centre.
Always negotiate taxi fares upfront. Eat at maquis rather than hotels. Buy bottled water in bulk from supermarkets.
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 Hôtel Amiso
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · UBA — 120 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacie De La Cathédrale — 677 m · ~8 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Vindo ao redor
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.
Perguntas frequentes
What are the best rooms at Hôtel Amiso?
Request a room on the 3rd floor or higher, facing the interior courtyard (away from the street). These are quieter and have less dust from the unpaved road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hôtel Amiso?
Avoid ground-floor rooms overlooking the street – they pick up traffic noise, motorbike horns, and dust from passing cars. Also skip rooms near the staircase or lift well, as noise travels easily.
Is Hôtel Amiso noisy?
The hotel sits on a busy sealed road in central Ouagadougou. Expect motorbike traffic from 6am, plus occasional lorry noise. Friday evenings and public holidays bring additional street celebrations. The buffet dining area on the ground floor can be loud until 10pm.
Which rooms have the best views at Hôtel Amiso?
The best view is from upper-floor rooms on the north or east side of the building, overlooking the low-rise city skyline – you get some breeze and a glimpse of the central market area. South-facing rooms see the street directly.
What are insider tips for staying at Hôtel Amiso?
Ask for a room away from the stairwell if you plan to sleep past 7am – the cleaners start banging doors then. Parking is on the street out front, so keep valuables in the room safe. If you're noise-sensitive, request a room on the 4th floor as far from the lift as possible.
What time is check-in at Hôtel Amiso?
Check-in at Hôtel Amiso is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hôtel Amiso have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas. Speed around 10 Mbps download. No login required; open network with password on room key card.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hôtel Amiso?
1000 XOF per person per night (collected at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hôtel Amiso?
Plate of rice with sauce and meat at a maquis (local eatery); about 1500-2000 XOF.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hôtel Amiso?
Shared taxi (taxi-brousse) around 200-500 XOF per ride within town; from airport take a regular taxi negotiable to 2000-3000 XOF to centre.
When is the best time to visit Ouagadougou?
November to February: temperatures drop to 20-33°C, skies are clear, and the Harmattan wind keeps humidity low. These are the main tourist and business travel months, but crowds are still moderate outside major events.
Principais atrações em 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.