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Somatel Hotel

3.0 star property
Beaux Arts hotel with free parking connected to the convention center in Douala

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Somatel Hotel welcomes guests to Akwa II with genuine hospitality. Enjoy drinks at the poolside bar and local dishes at the restaurant. Visitors love the convenient shopping, free in-room WiFi, and attentive staff who consistently receive positive feedback.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
The current price is P3,108
P4,019 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Junior Room

In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room (Annex)

In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Room (Annex)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
Rue Akwa-Bali, Douala, 17546

What's nearby

  • Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Espace Doual'art - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Douala Maritime Museum - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Eko Market - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Port of Douala - 2 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Douala (DLA-Douala Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Bled Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Le Boj - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Opiom Bali - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Les perroquets - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mc Burger - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Somatel Hotel

Hotel located in Akwa II
Take advantage of a free roundtrip airport shuttle, a poolside bar, and a terrace at Somatel Hotel. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, La Voute, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and kids' meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as shopping on site and a coffee shop/cafe.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an area shuttle, and babysitting (surcharge)
  • A front-desk safe, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a TV in the lobby
Room features
All 52 individually furnished rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies, daily housekeeping, and desks

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includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 14 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • La Voute

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Built in 2007
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.30 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 14 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Couples wishing to share a room must provide proof of marriage
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Somatel
Somatel Douala
Somatel Hotel
Somatel Hotel Douala
Somatel Hotel Hotel
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Somatel Hotel Hotel Douala

Frequently asked questions

Does Somatel Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Somatel Hotel?

As of Nov 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Somatel Hotel on Nov 18, 2025 start from P 3,107.71, excluding 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.

Is Somatel Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Somatel Hotel?

Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Somatel Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Somatel Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is Somatel Hotel located?

Located in Akwa II, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul and Espace Doual'art. Eko Market and Douala Maritime Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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