HOTELS
Dakar is a relatively expensive city from a hotel point of view for Africa. The cost of accommodation is generally higher than in East Africa or southern Africa, and significantly higher than in some Asian countries. However, luxury hotel rooms are well appointed, with air conditioning, 24-hour electricity, satellite TV and Wi-Fi. Many have a fitness centre.
Terrou-Bi Hotel
168 rooms, including 10 suites, with sea views for this splendid 5-star hotel on Dakar's western corniche facing the Atlantic Ocean. Located less than 4 km from the Théodore-Monod Museum of African Art and the Grand Mosque of Dakar, the hotel also boasts a sophisticated French restaurant, a quiet bar overlooking the ocean and 2 casual buffet restaurants. It also has an outdoor swimming pool, a private beach, a gym and a casino.
Boulevard Martin Luther King. Dakar 1179 - Tel: +221 33 839 90 39 - Internet: www.terroubi.com
Hotel Jardin Savana
This four-star hotel overlooking the Atlantic Ocean has three restaurants and two bars. Offering beach access, it also has an outdoor Olympic-size swimming pool, sauna, gym and tennis court. A business centre and meeting rooms are available.
Corniche Est Dakar Plateau, Dakar - Tel: +221 33 849 42 42 - Internet : www.savana.sn
Pullman Dakar Teranga
Now completely renovated, the Pullman Dakar Teranga, a five-star luxury hotel located on the Plateau, offers its business clientele 247 spacious, modern rooms and suites, most with a view of the Atlantic Ocean or Gorée Island, as well as seminar rooms, a restaurant and a terrace with a panoramic view.
10, rue Colbert, Place de l'Indépendance, Dakar 3380 - Tel: + 221 33 889 22 01 - Internet : www.accorhotels.com
Hôtel Le Djoloff
This elegant three-star boutique hotel, located close to the artisanal and fishing village of Soumbedioune and five minutes from the centre of Dakar, offers an authentic decor with numerous references to African art, as well as a beautiful terrace overlooking the sea. Restaurant and bar.
7, rue Nani, Fann Hock Place Jardin Public, Dakar - Tel: + 221 33 889 36 30 - Internet : www.hoteldjoloff.com
And also :
Ibis Dakar
Route de la Corniche Est, Dakar - Tel: +221 33 849 49 94 - Internet : www.accorhotels.com
RESTAURANTS
Le Lagon 1
Built on stilts, Lagon 1, West Africa's first wharf on the sea, gives visitors the impression of dining on a luxury liner off Gorée Island. Refined seafood menu.
Route de la Corniche Estate. Dakar - Tel: +221 33 889 25 25 - Internet: www.lelagondakar.com
Chez Loutcha
One of Dakar's best-known restaurants. Close to the French Institute, this restaurant is appreciated for the quality of its regional cuisine and its generous, inexpensive portions. A veritable institution in the Senegalese capital...
101 rue Moussé Diop. Dakar - Tel: +221 33 821 03 02
The Fork
A modern restaurant with a designer decor serving world cuisine, as well as Senegalese specialities such as thiof (local fish) lacquered with five Senegalese spices and leek fondue.
Rue de Thann. Dakar - Tel: +221 33 821 88 87 - Internet: www.fourchettedakar.com
L 'Endroit
Popular with Senegalese and expatriates alike for its local cuisine, particularly renowned for its braised thiof and the infectious warmth of its owner. Relaxed atmosphere and live music from Thursday to Sunday.
Villa 4440, VDN Amitié 3. Dakar - Phone: +221 33 824 64 25
BARS
Just 4 U
For some, it's the best place for an evening drink in Dakar. Located opposite the university, with an artistic programme ranging from jazz and rap to folk and reggae, it plays host to some of Senegal's best bands. One of the meeting places of Dakar's intelligentsia, it is said to be a favourite with artists visiting the capital during the festival season for a final performance...
Avenue Cheikh Anta Diop. Km 2,5. Dakar - Tel: +221 33 825 99 25
Alkimia
This bar, with its elegant, contemporary style and hushed, discreet atmosphere, is ideal for a nightcap. Exotic cocktails are served alongside a menu of traditional Senegalese dishes.
Route des Almadies. Dakar - Tel: +221 33 820 68 68 - Internet: www.alkimiadakar.com
Le Balajo
This bar has a friendly atmosphere and warm service, with live music on Thursdays and weekends, themed evenings and salsa classes.
Av. Cheick Anta Diop. Point E. Dakar - Tel: +221 33 864 51 00
Charly's
This restaurant-lounge bar offers a swimming pool, cocktail bar and themed musical evenings in a cosy atmosphere. Ideal for after-work parties.
Route de l'Aéroport Léopold S. Senghor, opposite the Casino du Cap Vert. Dakar -
Tel.: +221 77 438 03 50
