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The View Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel in Freetown with 2 restaurants and free breakfast

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Premium Single Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Sea View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Standard Suite, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
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Exterior

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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17 Wallace Johnson St, Freetown
  • Cotton Tree
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Sierra Leone National Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Lumley Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Freetown (FNA-Lungi Intl.)
    ‪109 min drive‬

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Room options

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Standard Suite, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Suite, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Single Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Sea View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Premium Single Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Freetown

The View Hotel places you next to St George's Cathedral and Old Wharf Steps. This 10-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with 2 restaurants, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Law Courts - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cotton Tree - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sierra Leone National Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Fourah Bay College - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Lumley Beach - 24 min drive - 6.0 miles

Getting around

  • Freetown (FNA-Lungi Intl.) - 135 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crown Bakery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Crown Express - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Roy's Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Basha - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pearl Cafe - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The View Hotel

Hotel in Freetown with 2 restaurants and free breakfast
The View Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a conference center. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with concierge services, luggage storage, and access to locker space. Additional amenities include a business center, a free grocery shopping service, and free newspapers.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 40-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels. Beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include minibars, coffee makers, and safes. Change of towels is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 5; reservation required
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Coworking space

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • No elevator

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 12:30 PM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 18
  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per child: USD 18 (from 16 to 17 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 18
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 18 (from 16 to 17 years old)
  • Valentine's Day (February 14) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 18
  • Valentine's Day (14 February) Gala Dinner per child: USD 18 (from 16 to 18 years old)

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.

  • Hosted evening meal: USD 5

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM
  • Check-out: 12:30 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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.
  • 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

The View Hotel Hotel
The View Hotel Freetown
The View Hotel Hotel Freetown

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The View Hotel?

The View Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of The View Hotel?

This hotel is located in Freetown, just steps from Old Wharf Steps and St George's Cathedral, and within a short walk of Cotton Tree. You'll also find Sierra Leone National Museum and Law Courts less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The View Hotel?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa available at The View Hotel?

Spa services at the hotel include couples treatments.

Does The View Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, The View Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The View Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The View Hotel?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including Champagne service and in-room massages in each guestroom with some featuring sea views.

Does The View Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The View Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The View Hotel has 2 restaurants, and serves free buffet breakfast each morning.

Will The View Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The View Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at The View Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The View Hotel?

The closest major airport to The View Hotel is Freetown (FNA-Lungi Intl.), which is 16.3 mi away (135 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The View Hotel?

No, at The View Hotel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Does The View Hotel host weddings?

There are wedding services available at The View Hotel if that's in your vacation plans.

The View Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

4.0/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was not given the room i paid for, and up still I haven't got my refund for the downgrade.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Ibrahim

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mamadou

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023