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Saffana Hôtel

Property class: 3

Photo gallery for Saffana Hôtel

A living room with a large flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a potted plant.
A hotel room with two beds, a patterned bedspread, a window with curtains, and a wall with a decorative panel.
A spacious lobby with patterned sofas, a reception area with a counter, and a television mounted on the wall.
An outdoor seating area with metal chairs and tables, surrounded by a decorative fence and greenery.
A buffet table with various food items and utensils.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is AU$68
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug

Explore the area

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Route 3, Douala
  • Place, Douala Grand Mall
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Japoma Sports Complex
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Douala (DLA-Douala Intl.)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room

A bedroom with a bed, a wall-mounted light fixture, a window with a red curtain, and an air conditioning unit.

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Comfort Room

A bed with a floral-patterned bedspread, a white pillow, and a table lamp with a patterned lampshade.

Comfort Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Room

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, and an air conditioning unit.

Family Room

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Economy Room

A hotel room with two beds, a framed artwork above the beds, and a decorative panel on the wall.

Economy Room

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Elite Room

A hotel room with a wooden headboard, a bed with a patterned bedspread, a laptop, a phone, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Elite Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 8
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Douala

At Saffana Hôtel, you'll be 1.3 km (0.8 mi) from Douala Grand Mall and 7.1 km (4.4 mi) from Port of Douala. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, a restaurant and a free airport shuttle. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Douala hotel include Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul and Espace Doual'art.

What's nearby

  • Douala Grand Mall - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul - 7 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Espace Doual'art - 7 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Port of Douala - 8 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Japoma Sports Complex - 13 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

  • Douala (DLA-Douala Intl.) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Elf, village - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rendezvous Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Aquarius Marina 2000 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Barack Obama / Boulangerie - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪La Petite Métisse - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Saffana Hôtel

Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Saffana Hôtel. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours).

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Douala hotel.

  • 70 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Saffana Hôtel offers 70 accommodations with free toiletries and blackout curtains. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. This Douala hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Saffana Hôtel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 10 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 10 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Saffana Hôtel DOUALA
Saffana DOUALA
Saffana
Saffana Hôtel Hotel
Saffana Hôtel Douala
Saffana Hôtel Hotel Douala

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Saffana Hôtel?

Saffana Hôtel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Saffana Hôtel?

As of 18 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Saffana Hôtel on 19 Aug 2026 start from AU$68, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Saffana Hôtel serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary buffet brekkie is served daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Saffana Hôtel?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Saffana Hôtel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Saffana Hôtel?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Saffana Hôtel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Saffana Hôtel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 59 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very helpful and enjoyed the great food served at the restaurant.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

EMMANUEL

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was great experience
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is located nearby the airport. My flight was delayed and arrived very late but they were waiting for pick me. Breakfast is good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Dr Pascal

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
NOT AT ALL
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Samson

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Fair

Acceptable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tambe Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I will like the owners to add windows in rooms that are airlock like 213 where I spent a night
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is old and lacks maintenance. It us situated in dirty surroundings. Lights are not switched on in corridors. Bathrooms are not cleaned properly. Breakfast is monotonous.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jean Michel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tip top et très très professionnel et accueillant

Personnels super sympa et très réactif à toutes demandes. Je futs très agréablement surpris par la qualité de l'ensemble des prestations proposées par l'établissement. Je conseille et recommande cet hôtel à tous européens ayant besoin pour ses vacances ou déplacements professionnels de réserver les yeux bandés
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Un très bon choix

Séjour très agréable, personnel accueillant et très serviable. Proximité de l'aéroport et quartier tranquille.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ella Muguette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rien à signaler C'était super Merci à toute l'équipe
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jacques

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Secteur pas recommandé
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Benoit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Personnel sympathique et a l'écoute des clients
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jean-Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
J'ai aimé le service la tranquillité la sécurité ce n'est pas un 5 étoiles mais pour la qualité et le prix c'est très bon.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Annette

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Très bon accueil.Mais j etais vraiment déçue des chambres .douche pas pas pratique.des petites bêtes qui ont fait la fête sur le lit tte la nuit .la chambre était pas aéré, tres humide aussi .Du coup j avais déclenché mon allergie tte la nuit .pas beaucp de choix concernant le petit déjeuné proposé. Seul l accueil m a plu dans cet établissement.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

ibrahim sani

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Their airport taxi, reception and restaurant are good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Claude jacquis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Le personnel est accueillant et serviable, seulement je n’ai pas apprécié de rester sans connexion internet toute mon après midi jusqu’à mon départ. Dons je n’ai pas pu communiquer avec ma hiérarchie, ni avec ma famille.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CHU

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customer service was excellent. Cleanliness of hotel is appropriate. They have breakfast every morning. It was a comfortable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Brondon

Je trouve inadmissible qu'un hotel comme celui la possède des blattes La moins des choses cest un minimum de propreté
Stayed 25 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

HERVE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hôtel Saffana

Petit déjeuner à améliorer, hôtesses réceptionniste très bien, bon séjour.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Impressed with Saffana

It was great for a small older hotel. Service was good. Very polite and knowledgeable in hotel and restaurant management. Although l speak french, l refused to as a test. I was impressed by their bilingualism.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best staff ever, Im very happy with my stay :)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Chris

Near to the airport
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Christian

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
surfait hôtel vieillissant dans un quartier peu intéressant pour la clim, on la choisit c'est une glacière, on l'arrête un sauna petit déjeuner à pleurer ; on donne l'impression de déranger
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love their pick up services. The guy was there on time and waited for me to finish with all the procedures at the airport. Very friendly staff which made my stay so pleasing. Thanks for your services
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021