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Somatel Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star Beaux Arts hotel, connected to a shopping center in Akwa II

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Exterior
Standard Double Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes
Property grounds
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Interior

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Rue Akwa-Bali, Douala, 17546
  • Place, Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Espace Doual'art
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Douala
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Douala (DLA-Douala Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room

  • 344 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Room

  • 474 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Annex) | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Room (Annex)

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Douala

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Akwa II hotel, you'll find Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul and Espace Doual'art. Eko Market and Douala Maritime Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Espace Doual'art - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Douala Maritime Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Eko Market - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Port of Douala - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles

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

3-star Beaux Arts hotel, connected to a shopping center in Akwa II
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). An outdoor pool, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Somatel Hotel. Self parking is free.

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

  • 1 building
  • 52 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2007
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Somatel Hotel offers 52 accommodations with safes and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to balconies. These individually furnished accommodations include desks. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Douala hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hair dryers.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Somatel Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 10 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 14 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Couples who want to share a room are obligated to provide proof of marriage.
  • One child 10 years old or younger stays 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.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Somatel Hotel to the airport?

Somatel Hotel is 4.2 mi (26-min drive) away from the Douala (DLA-Douala Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Somatel Hotel?

As of Nov 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Somatel Hotel on Nov 25, 2025 start from $51.49, 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.

Does Somatel Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Somatel Hotel offers a free airport shuttle, available 24 hours a day, on request.

Does Somatel Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Somatel Hotel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 14 per person. It's available every day from 6 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Somatel Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Somatel Hotel?

Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Somatel Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Somatel Hotel have a pool?

Somatel Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does Somatel Hotel have a restaurant?

Somatel Hotel is home to La Voute, which features local cuisine and light fare.

Does Somatel Hotel have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer beach massages.

How close is Somatel Hotel to downtown Douala?

Somatel Hotel is 5.2 mi away from Douala.