Your stay — Hôtel Le Square
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The Property — Hôtel Le Square
Hôtel Le Square is a modest three-star guesthouse on a quiet corner in Thies, a short drive from the train station. The lobby is functional and clean: tiled floors, a few armchairs, and a small reception desk where the owner often greets you. There's a pool in a walled courtyard, rooms are simple with air conditioning and mosquito nets, and the USP is the calm, no-fuss base it gives you for exploring Thies and the nearby Sine-Saloum delta. This is for independent travellers or business visitors who want a reliable, affordable stop, not scene or comfort frills.
Chronicles of Thies
Thies was founded as a colonial rail junction in the late 19th century, linking Dakar to the interior and Mali via the Dakar-Niger railway. It grew as a administrative and military post under French rule, and its wide, grid-like streets reflect that planned layout. Independence in 1960 accelerated its role as a transport and industrial hub — it's now Senegal's third-largest city, with a lively central market and a strong Séréer and Wolof cultural presence. The city's history is visible in the few surviving colonial buildings, like the railway station and the old Governor's house, alongside new mosques and bustling commerce.
Best Time to Visit
Full Thies guide →Best months
November to February: dry season, temperatures 25-30°C, low humidity, and clear skies. These are the coolest months, ideal for city walks and day trips.
Peak / festival surge
December and January are peak season in Senegal (Christmas-New Year and Tabaski/religious holidays). Hotels in Thies can see rates rise 20-30% and fill with families and tourists using it as a base for Dakar or Saly. Key events: the Dakar Rally (usually Jan) brings extra visitors.
Budget shoulder season
March and April: still dry, hotter (30-35°C), but crowds thin and hotel discounts of 15-25% are common. Good budget window before the rains arrive in June.
Weather & packing
July is the start of the rainy season — expect heavy downpours and high humidity, with temperatures around 28-32°C. Pack a light waterproof jacket and sturdy sandals; mosquito repellent is non-negotiable.
Live City Briefing — Thies
- New intercity train service Terminal in Thies: better connections to Dakar and Thiès-Nord are expanding from 2025; check Sénégal Trains for schedule disruptions near your date.
- Several new guesthouses and a small hotel conversion opened on the road to the airport (Gare Routière); consider booking ahead in July as the rainy season dampens walk-in options.
- Local markets and transport hubs remain open but expect more dust and delay from early rains; carry a change of shirt and zip-lock bags for electronics.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hôtel Le Square, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room at the back of the building, facing away from the main street. Upper floors (2nd or 3rd) are quieter and catch the breeze.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms overlooking the main road — they pick up traffic noise from early morning. Also avoid rooms next to the lift or stairwell if the hotel has one.
Best views
A rear-facing room gives a view of the neighbourhood courtyards rather than the road. There's no notable landmark view; the hotel is in a working-class market town, so it's mostly streets and local life.
Quietest floors
2nd and 3rd floors — higher than street level, less foot traffic and motor noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Thies is a busy regional hub. Morning market traffic starts around 7am, and taxis and bush taxis honk frequently. Some rooms may pick up noise from the call to prayer if the hotel is near a mosque.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a room on the 2nd floor at the back and pay a small supplement if possible — you'll sleep better. 2. The hotel has no dedicated parking; use the guarded lot across the street, and lock valuables out of sight.
- 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 — Hôtel Le Square
Free Wi-Fi available in the lobby and ground-floor rooms; speed is roughly 5 Mbps download. Connection on the upper floor is unreliable. No password needed.
No lift. The hotel is a two-storey building with rooms accessed only by stairs.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand. The hotel has no heritage quirks.
Check-in from 14:00 to 20:00; early bag-drop is free if the room is not ready. Late check-out until 12:00 is free; after 12:00 you pay half the room rate.
Free storage behind the front desk for day-use guests and post-check-out.
Step-free access to the ground floor (ramp from street level). All guest rooms are on the first floor via stairs only; no wheelchair-accessible rooms.
Free on-site parking at the rear of the hotel for about 5 cars, first-come first-served. Nearest public parking is on Avenue Roume (free, unlimited). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full pre-payment required at booking via most online travel agencies; a refundable 5,000 XOF card hold for incidentals is taken at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Église evangelique baptiste de Thiès (271 m · ~3 min walk)
- Mosque: Grande Mosquée HLM 10eme (668 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Cathédrale Sainte Anne (955 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Salle du Royaume des Témoins de Jéhovah (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Jardin public — 464 m · ~6 min walk
Place Agora — 659 m · ~8 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 878 m · ~11 min walk
Pharmacie du Rail — 264 m · ~3 min walk
Ndiambour — 588 m · ~7 min walk
Thiès — 498 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →West African CFA franc, XOF
Exchange money at banks or licensed exchange bureaux in Thiès; avoid the airport in Dakar where rates are poor.
Cards are accepted at mid-range hotels and some supermarkets, but cash is essential for markets, taxis and small shops.
Round up taxi fares and leave 5-10% at restaurants if service isn't included; small tips for hotel porters (500-1000 XOF).
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Instant Nescafé or local coffee at a street-side stall: about 200-300 XOF.
Plate of thiéboudienne (fish and rice) or yassa from a local restaurant: 1500-2500 XOF.
Grilled fish or chicken with rice at a local maquis: 2000-3000 XOF for a main.
Food stalls near the Thiès market and along the main street after dark offer grilled meat, beignets and fruit.
Supermarkets like Casino or Score are common; try the central market for fresh produce and staples.
Thiès market stalls and small boutiques sell affordable second-hand and locally made textiles.
Shared sept-place taxis (around 300-500 XOF per short trip) or bush taxis locally; from Dakar airport take a sept-place or bus to Thiès for about 2000-3000 XOF.
Eat at lunchtime where prices are lower; buy bottled water in bulk from a supermarket; bargain at markets but keep it polite.
Emergency Contacts
ThiesDial 112 for general emergencies. For SAMU ambulance service in Thiès, call 33 951 63 63. For the police station in Thiès, dial 33 951 10 10. Fire service (Sapeurs-Pompiers) is 18. English-speaking operators are not guaranteed; have a French speaker or translation app ready.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Thies, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hôtel Le Square
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 878 m · ~11 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacie du Rail — 264 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Dakar Gare de Dakar → Thies Train Station
💡 Only runs a few times daily, so plan ahead. From Thies station, take a shared taxi (500 FCFA) or walk 20 minutes to Massa Massa. Buy ticket in cash at the station—no online booking.
Dakar Gare Routière de Petersen → Thies Gare Routière
💡 Catch the direct bus from Petersen station in Dakar, not the one from Mbao—it stops everywhere. Get off at Thies Gare Routière, then a 15-minute walk or 1500 FCFA taxi to Massa Massa.
Dakar Gare Pompiers → Thies Pencil
💡 The sept-place (Peugeot 504) is faster than the bus. Wait until you have 7 passengers to avoid extra charges. Ask the driver to stop at 'Pencil'—it's 500 FCFA taxi ride to the hotel.
Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) → Le Massa Massa, Thies
💡 Agree the price before you get in. Look for yellow taxis with a red stripe—official airport cabs are safer. Pay in cash, small notes only.
About Thies
Wikipedia ↗
Thiès ([tjɛs]; Arabic: ثيس, romanized: Ṯyass; Noon: Chess) is the third largest city in Senegal with a population of 391,253 in 2023. It lies 72 km (45 mi) east of Dakar on the N2 road and at the junction of railway lines to Dakar, Bamako and St-Louis. It is the capital of Thiès Region and is a majo...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hôtel Le Square?
Request a room at the back of the building, facing away from the main street. Upper floors (2nd or 3rd) are quieter and catch the breeze.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hôtel Le Square?
Avoid rooms overlooking the main road — they pick up traffic noise from early morning. Also avoid rooms next to the lift or stairwell if the hotel has one.
Is Hôtel Le Square noisy?
Thies is a busy regional hub. Morning market traffic starts around 7am, and taxis and bush taxis honk frequently. Some rooms may pick up noise from the call to prayer if the hotel is near a mosque.
Which rooms have the best views at Hôtel Le Square?
A rear-facing room gives a view of the neighbourhood courtyards rather than the road. There's no notable landmark view; the hotel is in a working-class market town, so it's mostly streets and local life.
What are insider tips for staying at Hôtel Le Square?
1. Ask for a room on the 2nd floor at the back and pay a small supplement if possible — you'll sleep better. 2. The hotel has no dedicated parking; use the guarded lot across the street, and lock valuables out of sight.
What time is check-in at Hôtel Le Square?
Check-in at Hôtel Le Square is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hôtel Le Square have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi available in the lobby and ground-floor rooms; speed is roughly 5 Mbps download. Connection on the upper floor is unreliable. No password needed.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hôtel Le Square?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hôtel Le Square?
Plate of thiéboudienne (fish and rice) or yassa from a local restaurant: 1500-2500 XOF.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hôtel Le Square?
Shared sept-place taxis (around 300-500 XOF per short trip) or bush taxis locally; from Dakar airport take a sept-place or bus to Thiès for about 2000-3000 XOF.
When is the best time to visit Thies?
November to February: dry season, temperatures 25-30°C, low humidity, and clear skies. These are the coolest months, ideal for city walks and day trips.
Top Attractions in Thies
💡 Bring small change and a reusable bag. Don't buy at the first stall — prices drop as you go deeper in.
💡 Combine with a walk down Avenue de la République just behind — the old administrative buildings are worth a look.
💡 Go late afternoon when the light softens and the call to prayer echoes — fewer people around, better photos.
💡 Sit near the station side — trains still pass occasionally and you get a glimpse of colonial-era rail architecture.
💡 Buying direct from the artisan can halve the price compared to market stalls. Polite haggling is expected.