Tamarin Hôtel Cotonou

Hotels
8.4 (24 reviews)
Rue 231 , Cotonou , bj

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable beds
Good service
Satisfactory amenities
Well-received food and beverage services
Cons:
Limited parking
Expensive breakfast
No spa services
Some guests found the price high

Categories

Cleanliness
8
Guests consistently mentioned cleanliness as a positive aspect.
Service
8
Service was generally appreciated, although a few guests had complaints about wait times.
Location
8
The hotel is located in close proximity to many key landmarks and public transport.
Room Quality
8
Rooms were spacious and comfortable, although some guests mentioned minor maintenance issues.
Amenities
8
The amenities provided were satisfactory, with some guests highlighting the gym and pool, while others mentioned the lack of spa services.
Value for Money
8
Some guests felt that the price was a bit high for the services offered, while others thought it was reasonable given the location.
Food and Beverage
8
Breakfast and restaurant services were generally well-received, although a few guests thought there could be more variety.
Overall Experience
8
Most guests had a positive overall experience and would recommend the hotel to others.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-08-28 08:34

Property Description

Convenient Location and Amenities

Located just 2.5 km from Obama Beach in Cotonou, Tamarin Hôtel offers a range of convenient amenities including a garden, free private parking, and a terrace. Guests can also enjoy a refreshing drink at the on-site bar.

Diverse Dining Options

Indulge in a delicious buffet, à la carte, or continental breakfast at the hotel's restaurant, which serves a variety of cuisines including African, American, and Argentinian. Vegetarian and halal options are also available upon request.

Relaxing Indoor Pool

Unwind and take a dip in the indoor pool offered at the accommodation. Whether you're looking to swim some laps or simply lounge by the poolside, the indoor pool provides a perfect spot for relaxation.

Experience comfort, convenience, and culinary delights at Tamarin Hôtel. Book your stay now for a memorable experience.

Important information:

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
A damage deposit of EUR 30 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Complimentary breakfast is included for 1 guest per room. The charge for the second guest is 8 000 FCFA.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 24 reviews
Cleanliness: 8
Service: 8
Location: 8
Room Quality: 8
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 8
Overall Experience: 8
P
Patrick solo_traveller be
10
2025-10-03 via Nuitee
K
Kintu. N. solo_traveller ug
8
2025-07-21 via Nuitee
Y
Yassine solo_traveller ma
8
Pros:

L'hôtel se situe dans un endroit sécurisé. Le personnel est sympathique. Les chambres sont propres et confortables

Cons:

Comme point d'amélioration est de varier la carte pour le restaurant

2025-07-04 via Nuitee
A
Anaïs family with young children mg
8
Very good
2025-06-29 via Nuitee
K
Kintu. review category business travellers ug
9
Incredible! Unforgettable! Comfortable!
Pros:

Break fast was good, but needs enhancement with more varieties, especially fresh fruits and more tea and juice varieties.

Cons:

The food. More varieties are needed to cater for diversity of cultures.

2025-06-28 via Nuitee
D
Diarra review category business travellers fr
8
Very nice place . You re immediately happy when arrived
Pros:

Style people very nice

2025-06-01 via Nuitee
O
Ophelie family with young children fr
9
Superb
Pros:

We had a lovely stay at this hotel. The staff were incredibly charming, friendly, and attentive throughout our visit.

We did have a small issue with the bathroom, but it was handled quickly and efficiently, which we really appreciated. The breakfast was delicious, with a good variety of options, and the setting of the hotel is beautiful and relaxing.

We would definitely come back — thank you for the great hospitality!

2025-05-19 via Nuitee
A
Antonela solo traveller hr
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Small boutique hotel in secluded area, away from street noise, very close to all main locations. Fresh food, great decor and amazing customer communication through different channels.
Will come again for sure!

2025-05-12 via Nuitee
P
Pascal young couple be
8
Very good
2025-05-09 via Nuitee
W
Wekesa review category business travellers qa
7
Good
2025-02-26 via Nuitee
N
N solo traveller kw
10
One of the very few hotels that deserves a perfect score
Pros:

This is a really great boutique hotel. In particular, the interior design and furnishing is great (slightly bohemian but not exactly). Rooms are quite spacious and there were no issues with noise. I do not think I have ever commented on a hotel room's shower but the shower was amazing. I met the owner during check in and he was very nice and made sure that I am comfortable with my stay

Cons:

The hotel's restaurant closes on Sunday but you can easily order food to be delivered (or ask the staff to do it for you) and if you are concerned about the quality of the food, the owner has some great suggestions

2025-01-28 via Nuitee
T
Timothy solo traveller us
9
exceptional host at the reception
Pros:

very private secluded close to the center of town walking distance

2025-01-25 via Nuitee
K
Koskeridis review category business travellers be
10
Very nice hotel in Cotonou
Pros:

Small and cost hotel well located close to main government and international orgs buildings. Staff very kind, very comfy bed and a pleasant pool. Breakfast complete with local
Tastes.

Cons:

All was nice.

2024-11-22 via Nuitee
R
Ralf review category business travellers be
6
Nice but expensive hotel directly at the port and close to different administrations.
Pros:

nice and clean hotel, cozy and spacious rooms, mosquito net on every window. separate bathroom with sophisticated shower, very good mattress, very friendly staff at front desk, tasty breakfast

Cons:

I booked the hotel due to the close administrations I needed to visit. No photos on booking.com on the environment. Location close to the port, close and shabby neighbouring houses, no real nice view out of the windows, power cuts every day, no siphon under bathroom sink, thus, stinking quickly if you don´t close the sink and fill it with water. Toilette water tank didn´t close correctly, thus very often running water in the toilette. restaurant staff very slowly and not flexible. More than 20min to prepare and deliver small breakfast although I already ordered before taking my shower. After returning (15min) it regularly took another 10-15min. Breakfast is good bot no variations possible (always yoghurt, fruit salad, omelette, small bread with 2 slices of cheese, juice, coffee). You may order tomatoes, onions, etc. but you won`t get it. Restaurant and hotel very expensive for the region and in relation to the offer.

2024-10-19 via Nuitee
P
Pietro solo traveller it
10
Exceptional
Pros:

The women

Cons:

Nothing

2024-07-24 via Nuitee
L
Lisa review category business travellers ke
5
Passable
2024-06-30 via Nuitee
A
Anna review category business travellers us
9
Superb
Pros:

The staff is exceptional

2024-06-15 via Nuitee
R
Robert review category business travellers lb
7
Owner needs to train staff, complete all missing facilities. Service revived is not good value vs. Hotel rate per night
Pros:

Cleanliness
Comfortable bed
Good wash room, shower

Cons:

Shuttle service was delayed
No people at reception when we arrived at 5am
Keys were locked in a drawer by last receptionist so they had to break open drawer
No lift
No safe in room
No telephone in room
Breakfast was not buffet, a bit complicated, plate with specific food, had to argue with waitress for 2 glasses of juice instead of 1 glass
Receptionist argued with me that I did not settle total invoice; it turned out to be I WAS RIGHT

2024-05-19 via Nuitee
M
Marc young couple bj
8
Could have been memorable will only be a memory .
Pros:

Staff is definitely the highlight of the place . Always smiling and ready to help . Your personnel is really rare i hope you take great care of them .

Cons:

Price of the rooms equals to at least a 4 stars hotel back in france but the amenities were not up to par at all : the lavatories were shaky , the flush wasn't working well all the time . I made a reservation breakfast included to be informed later on that it's only one breakfast per roll which doesn't makes sense. First time ever did i do an hotel reservation with this policy . It is not even about the money but about respect of the customer . I will not come back again because for this price i am pretty sure i can get way better options . I think people coming back are only doing so thanks to the staff .

2024-05-15 via Nuitee
H
Hikco review category business travellers tg
10
Exceptional
2024-04-03 via Nuitee