Villa Malaka

3.0 star property
Art Deco guesthouse with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
Property entrance
Classic Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Point of interest

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Lot N7 Ngor Almadies, Dakar
  • Place, Boribana Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ngor Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Pointe des Almadies Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dakar (DSS-Blaise Diagne Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

Comfort Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Suite

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Triple Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Quadruple Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Cabin

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Dakar

Villa Malaka places you within 3 miles (5 km) of popular attractions like Mamelles Beach and African Renaissance Statue. This 3-star guesthouse has 5 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Boribana Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ngor Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Des Almadies Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Pointe des Almadies Beach - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Nagor Island - 6 min drive - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Dakar Station - 27 min drive
  • Blaise Diagne Intl. Airport (DSS) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪le gondolier - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Chez Katia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La cabane du pêcheur - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Le Bouchon Lyonnais - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪LAYU Café - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Villa Malaka

Art Deco guesthouse with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Villa Malaka features free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for XOF 19000 per vehicle one-way. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include barbecue grills and a garden.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Relax with a rainfall shower.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to noon
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Designer stores

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas

More

  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs and cats only

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: XOF 1100.00 per person, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: XOF 19000 per vehicle (one-way)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts mobile payments and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: noon
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts mobile payments and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No alcohol is served at Villa Malaka.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Villa Malaka Guesthouse DAKAR
Villa Malaka Guesthouse
Villa Malaka DAKAR
Villa Malaka Dakar
Villa Malaka Guesthouse
Villa Malaka Guesthouse Dakar

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Villa Malaka?

Villa Malaka provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do within easy reach of Villa Malaka?

This guesthouse is located in Dakar, just steps from Boribana Museum. You'll also find Ngor Beach and Pointe des Almadies Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Villa Malaka?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does Villa Malaka feature a casino?

No, Villa Malaka doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Villa Malaka?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is Villa Malaka a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a rainfall showerhead as well as a restaurant and designer stores.

Does Villa Malaka have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Villa Malaka feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Villa Malaka serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will Villa Malaka allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, cats and dogs can stay for free at Villa Malaka.

Are there connecting rooms at Villa Malaka?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Villa Malaka?

The closest major airport to Villa Malaka is Blaise Diagne Intl. Airport (DSS), which is about 29.9 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Villa Malaka?

Yes, some accommodations at this guesthouse offer a furnished balcony where guests can enjoy garden or courtyard views.

Villa Malaka Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 16 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A quiet, clean and safe place. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mapeinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sankung

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I almost got bit by their dogs. Who keeps a pitbull at a hotel? Their kids were all over the place, shouting at night and in the morning. The room smelled really wierd. There was no food in the area. I didn’t complete my stay and I left to find another hotel to stay at. I will not stay at this place ever again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Constantin, Berlin

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Positive: good location and price Negative: two bigs welcoming you at the door of which one doesn’t listen to commands to stop or sit at all. The breakfast only consists of bread with jam
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Samba

Property is different from what's advertised.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frantz

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved this property! The hostess named Amina went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable. Amina was willing to bring us to local shops and marche. She negotiated prices with the vendors so that we weren’t overcharged. She also made sure we had transportation arranged to and from the airport. The location of the property was perfect: less than a 10 mins walk to the beach where I was able to be with locals and buy fresh grilled fish from the morning catch; restaurants, bars, pharmacy, baby store, grocery stores, fresh fruit/veggie street vendors are all within less than 5 mins from the property; the property is in the Ngor region and very conveniently located for local buses, taxis, and Yango. The owner of the property was also welcoming and caring. The property itself had a beautiful suite with local decor, air conditioner and fan; 2 private balconies; mini fridge; tv; couch The property is located one street back from the Main Street, but you would never know because the property is so peaceful and full of vegetation; it feels like an oasis in the middle of the city. If you are looking for a big fancy hotel with all the amenities, then this is not the spot for you. This hotel is more family oriented, has traditional/local furniture, cuisine, and beautiful art pieces.
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Cecile

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service

Les deux premiers jours d’un Road trip

Nous avions réservé la Villa Malaka à l’arrivée venant de Francais. Les deux nuits se sont très bien passées. Notre hôte est très réactive plutôt bien placer pour un premier hôtel à Dakar.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

olivier

Liked: Cleanliness
Endroit correct, presence de grands chiens non signalée
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Néné

Traveled with group
Disliked: Room comfort
Tout s'est très bien passé. Nous n'avons pas été dérangé mais malheureusement on entend trop le bruit de l'extérieur.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Takashi

Traveled with group
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Koenraad

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Is praktich Grote honden zijn braaf .Rustg en mooie accomodatie
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Koenraad

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stil en dicht bij de zee
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Easy local Guest house for a good price.

I wanted to stay a Saturday Night in Dakar to Party a bit. So I booked Villa Malaka. The location is very good in my opinion, you can walk within 5-10 minutes to Ngor beach or when you need a Taxi you can just go 1 minute down the street until you reach the Main Street at Restaurant Katja. To get to Almedies the taxi needs just a few minutes. My room was clean and the Bathroom and shower was to share with other guests. The only think I didn’t liked, was that their was no Aircondition in my room. The breakfast was ok and the stuff very friendly. This guest house is definitely not to compare with a Hotel, but when you like it easy or not that classy, than Villa Malaka could be an option.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019