Hôtel SAWA

4.0 star property
Beaux Arts hotel with airport shuttle service and a fitness center

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Front of property
Free self parking
Lobby
Front of property - evening/night
Reception

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Room service

Explore the area

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488 Rue De Verdun - Bonanjo, Douala, 2345
  • Place, Port of Douala
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Douala Grand Mall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Douala (DLA-Douala Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Comfort Double Room, City View

  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Double Room, Pool View

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room (Prestige)

  • 377 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • 344 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Executive Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Senior Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Douala

Located in Bonanjo, Hôtel SAWA is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Douala Maritime Museum and Port of Douala. This 4-star hotel has 288 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Port of Douala - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Eko Market - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • La Nouvelle Liberte - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Douala Grand Mall - 6 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Douala (DLA-Douala Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Chaumiere - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Le Bled Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Opiom Bali - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Le Boj - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Les perroquets - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Hôtel SAWA

Beaux Arts hotel with airport shuttle service and a fitness center
Hôtel SAWA features an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a gym. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include a steam room, free WiFi in public areas, and an outdoor tennis court.
Guests can expect free wired internet and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Memory foam beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Private yards, safes, and desks are also standard.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court, a steam room, and a fitness center.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 25 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 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 USD 17 per pet, per day
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 31.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 7.15 per accommodation, 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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 25 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 17 per pet, per day
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 31.0 per day

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 credit card, debit card, or 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a security system
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: 2:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • 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 free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck 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, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a security system.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hôtel SAWA?

Hôtel SAWA provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do close to Hôtel SAWA?

This hotel is situated in Bonanjo within a short 12-minute walk of Port of Douala and also 8 minutes on foot from Douala Maritime Museum. You'll also find Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul and Douala Grand Mall within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Hôtel SAWA?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Free RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa at Hôtel SAWA?

Spa services at the hotel include massages and mani/pedis.

Does Hôtel SAWA feature a casino at the property?

No, Hôtel SAWA doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hôtel SAWA?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Hôtel SAWA?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Hôtel SAWA?

No, but this hotel does have a steam room.

Does Hôtel SAWA feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hôtel SAWA serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Hôtel SAWA allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Hôtel SAWA for a fee of USD 17 per pet, per day.

Are there connecting rooms at Hôtel SAWA?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Hôtel SAWA?

The closest major airport to Hôtel SAWA is Douala (DLA-Douala Intl.), which is 3.9 mi away (27 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hôtel SAWA?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy pool or city views.

Does Hôtel SAWA have a wedding venue on site?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Hôtel SAWA.