Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Comfortable atmosphere
Nice pool and terrace
Cons:
Limited breakfast variety
Minor room maintenance issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.65
Some comments indicate a need for minor renovations and improvements.
Service
9.15
Consistent praise for the friendly and helpful staff.
Location
8.65
Conveniently located for exploring Dakar, described as both central and quiet.
Room Quality
8.15
Rooms are generally described positively, though there is mention of needing upgrades.
Amenities
8.65
The pool and terrace are highly enjoyed, though options could be more varied.
Value for Money
8.65
Good pricing for the quality and experience provided.
Food and Beverage
8.15
Breakfast was good but could benefit from variety.
Overall Experience
8.15
Overall, guests had a positive experience with some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-02-16 08:38

Property Description

Luxurious Beachside Retreat

Outdoor Pool and Sun Terrace: Enjoy a refreshing dip in our outdoor swimming pool or soak up the sun on our garden's terrace.

Cozy and Well-Equipped Rooms: Relax in rooms featuring private entrances, flat-screen TVs, and en suite facilities. Upgrade to a studio with a kitchenette for added convenience.

Culinary Delights and Exciting Excursions: Indulge in local breakfast offerings and regional specialties at our restaurant. Explore the area with tours and excursions organized by Casa Mara Dakar.

Experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at Casa Mara Dakar. Book now to secure your beachside oasis!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    People 6 years old and over stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 629 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.65
Service: 9.15
Location: 8.65
Room Quality: 8.15
Amenities: 8.65
Value for Money: 8.65
Food and Beverage: 8.15
Overall Experience: 8.15
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Françoise • family_with_children • fr
10
Belle découverte
Pros:

Merci à tout le personnel pour son accueil chaleureux et sa grande gentillesse. Nous nous sommes sentis très bien immédiatement. Le repas et le petit déjeuner étaient très bons.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
I
Ion • extended_group • gr
8
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Aidara • solo_traveller • ca
9
2025-10-04 • via Nuitee
F
Frederic • solo_traveller • fr
8
Pros:

Situation petite piscine zen chambre climatisées petit déjeuner copieux
Calme de la cour
Le sourire des serveuse le matin tres gentille

Cons:

Peut etre du poulet yassa ou poisson yassa au restaurant..oblige d allez ailleurs
Plus d info sur les sorties lac roses goree etc..
Seul bemol j ai du réclamer 3 fois dans la journée du savon liquide et dosette cafe je les ai eu le lendemain

2025-10-03 • via Nuitee
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Erich • couple • de
10
Absolute Empfehlung falls man Dakar erkunden will. Mittendrin und doch ruhig
Pros:

Sehr schöner Innenhof, toller Pool, super Dachterasse. Personal top, Haustiere lieb 😂. Geldwechsel klappte auch einwandfrei, Shuttelservicr wird arrangiert, falls gewollt. Gastgeberin Mara ist entspannt und freundlich, unkompliziert und entgegenkommend

Cons:

Das Frühstück war leider sehr eintönig

2025-10-03 • via Nuitee
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Niclas • solo_traveller • se
6
A wonderful guesthouse for guests who don't like the big hotel vibe.
Pros:

As many reviewers highlight, for the price - this is indeed a special place with a special and warm atmosphere. The courtyard/pool area is very beautiful and the rooftop restaurant a gem. My room (on the second floor) was decent, with a well functioning AC. Breakfast was good enough, with bred, cheese and ham, Spanish tortilla, scrambled and boiled egg, coffee/tea and juice.

Cons:

It is not a place for everyone. Most of the staff don't speak English, the guesthouse has two dogs and cats running free and the lobby is functioning as a kindergarten and/or a private hangout space from time to time. Staying at Casa Mara felt like visiting a family, friendly but one you need to accept/cope with.
My room was also in need of some minor renovation/upgrades (bookshelves askew, worn bed linen, electricity hanging free, a desk lamp was missing etc). Also a minus that CasaMara do not accept payments by card.

2025-10-03 • via Nuitee
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Mélanie • extended_group • fr
8
Super séjour et équipe au top
Pros:

Personnel du restaurant extrêmement gentil
Personnel d'accueil aident en cas de problème
Personnel très gentil

2025-10-02 • via Nuitee
H
Heidi • couple • no
8
2025-10-02 • via Nuitee
K
karim • family_with_children • fr
9
Pros:

La piscine, le logement

Cons:

Rien

2025-09-20 • via Nuitee
E
EL Hadji Mamadou Basse • family_with_children • ca
7
Pros:

Résidence bien situé et accessible.
Accueil chaleureux de la gérante et ellenois a toute suite mise à l’aise

Cons:

Pour une suite, je m’attendais à beaucoup mieux.

2025-09-18 • via Nuitee
M
Marli • couple • fr
9
2025-09-18 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • fr
8
Pros:

C'était très bien un bon accueil un bon petit déjeuner et un bon restaurant

Cons:

Rien

2025-09-15 • via Nuitee
D
daniel luis • extended_group • es
10
2025-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Babacar • solo_traveller • sn
10
2025-09-11 • via Nuitee
J
Jeanne • family_with_children • gn
7
2025-09-05 • via Nuitee
T
Trujillo Moreno • solo_traveller • es
10
2025-08-31 • via Nuitee
K
kmill • family_with_children • ci
9
Bon moment
Pros:

L'atmosphère il faisait bon vivre.

Cons:

Une fuite dans la douche et les remontées

2025-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Trisha • couple • gb
8
Great Environment, Memorable Stay. Thanks!
Pros:

There is something almost magical about Casa Mara. It attracts couples, families (without exception with delightful children), others...all nice people, we stayed for a week (instead of the 3 days booked). The pool, although small, is pleasant and popular. The breakfasts are a little repetitive but fresh and topped up just for the asking (many eat late here). The staff are helpful and work hard - some French or Spanish is really key here as in Dakar in general. I would agree that ground floor rooms are likely a little noisy around breakfast time but the first floor was cool and the room pretty near perfect. Meals in the restaurant we avoided but eating out was an adventure in itself...even with Yango/eSIM.

Cons:

A bit of variety on the "hot" breakfast. A more international way to pay - perhaps through Remitly/similar. The daytime mosquitoes (remember spray)...but that's really not a hotel issue. Not much at all ;)

2025-08-28 • via Nuitee
S
Sarita G • couple • hk
7
2025-08-28 • via Nuitee
B
Ba • family_with_children • sn
10
Un lugar encantador
Pros:

Todo

2025-08-27 • via Nuitee