Nyéléni maison sahel

Property building, Garden, Pool view, Swimming pool

9.6 / 10.0

Outstanding(301 Ratings)

Bed and Breakfast in Dakar

3-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this bed and breakfast

Nyéléni maison sahel is located in Dakar and features an outdoor swimming pool, garden and a terraceFree WiFi is available throughout the property and Zoo (Dakar) is 7 km away.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Beachfront or waterfront

Garden

Map of Dakar

Nearby attractions

Musée des Civilisations Noires

Place du Souvenir Africain

7.7 mi

Available Rooms

1 King • 247 ft²

Sleeps 2

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1 King • 247 ft²

Sleeps 2

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1 King • 226 ft²

Sleeps 2

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1 Single • 182 ft²

Sleeps 1

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1 King • 193 ft²

Sleeps 2

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Nyéléni maison sahel

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9.6 / 10.0

Outstanding(301 Ratings)

Bed and Breakfast in Dakar

3-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this bed and breakfast

Nyéléni maison sahel is located in Dakar and features an outdoor swimming pool, garden and a terraceFree WiFi is available throughout the property and Zoo (Dakar) is 7 km away.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Beachfront or waterfront

Garden

Map of Dakar

Nearby attractions

Musée des Civilisations Noires

Place du Souvenir Africain

7.7 mi

Available Rooms

1 King • 247 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 King • 247 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 King • 226 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Single • 182 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 King • 193 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

9.6 / 10.0

Outstanding(301 Ratings)

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10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2023

Außergewöhnliche Unterkunft

Die Einrichtung und die Sauberkeit sind außergewöhnlich und mit Abstand das beste was wir auf unserer Reise durch den Senegal hatten. Auch die Mitarbeiter (vor allem die Köchin) sind super freundlich. Auch die Besitzerin ist hilfsbereit und immer vor Ort.

Die Unterkunft liegt etwas außerhalb vom Stadtkern. Leider gibt es lediglich ein Restaurant (Italiener) in laufnähe.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Beautiful rooms, quiet location, great pool, and delicious breakfast.

Beautiful rooms, quiet location, great pool, and delicious breakfast. Visit Maison Ousmane Sow while you’re there!

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

A relaxing stay with awesome hospitality from the owner Madame Virginie and her entire staff.

You are whisked away to an artistic haven!!!! Where history and pride for culture and family riddle ever corner of this wonderful establishment. A beautiful, well curated, and visually beautiful hotel.

I loved ever bit!!!!

10.0 / 10.0

May 2023

Peaceful place to stay in Dakar

Beautiful place! They went above and beyond to make it feel like home - the sea view was really nice and restful, helpful staff, and located in a peaceful neighborhood. Also the bed was very comfortable.

nothing, everything was great

10.0 / 10.0

Mar 2023

Exceptional

One of the nicest places we've ever stayed. A tranquil cool oasis in a busy city. Beautiful plants, paintings, sculptures throughout. Virginie and all the other staff at the guesthouse were warm and welcoming, and helped orientate us. We'd recommend to anyone.

nothing

10.0 / 10.0

Mar 2023

Exceptional

Exceptional ambiance and service.

Nothing. Enjoyed everything.

10.0 / 10.0

Mar 2023

Fun and fantastic stay. Perfect for catching up on rest from the airport with an aesthetically pleasing garden to boot!

Such a gorgeous hotel with a knack for making an unforgettable experience for its guests! Everything was impeccably presented and maintained. From the accommodating staff to the gorgeous rooms - Highly recommend 10/10!

10.0 / 10.0

Feb 2023

A quiet and beautiful maison d’hôtes in Dakar.

Nyéléni maison sahel is beautiful. it is welcoming. The art has a prominent place throughout and each room features a different theme. The garden is a delightful place to sit and relax and read or just watching the birds flying about. Seeing the ocean waves from our room was an added treat. The breakfast was perfect, fresh fruit, croissants, bread, jam (the hibiscus in particular was a favorite), orange juice and really good coffee. The staff was super helpful, in particular Delphine and Mamadou who went out of their way to help us, once walking us to a nearby restaurant on our first day and then making rice for my husband who had some slight stomach troubles. Virginie, the owner, is welcoming and so helpful, driving us to a cash machine so we could get CFA’s and providing useful information on where to go. Were we to return to Sénégal I would stay here again!

We liked everything.

8.0 / 10.0

Feb 2023

A hidden, quiet little gem in the big city!

This is a quaint guest house with 6 bedrooms that gives all of the attention and quiet that you need! It's a tucked away oasis in what can be a dusty, noisy city. The hotel and grounds are beautifully decorated with amazing local artwork, you can tell the owner has put a lot of personal touch and time into making it a lovely place to stay. Downstairs there is a communal living room area and dining table and outside there are several tables where you can take breakfast in the garden. The pool is refreshing and there are chairs and seating that make laying and reading a book a pleasure. Rooms are VERY clean and well kept. There is a small fridge in the common area that you can store some food. Staff doesn't speak English but the hotel owner and gentleman watching the grounds at night both do. I will definitely be staying here again!

The location of the hotel is bit hard to find and not on a direct main road. For this reason, catching a cab requires a 5 minute walk out to the main road. The nearest restaurant on foot is also about a 15 minute walk. The hotel owner was very helpful in always calling a cab for me to the hotel doorstep, when I needed it.

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2023

I had a lovely, relaxing stay here, and look forward to staying again

It’s simply beautiful and comfortable. I like it’s location close to the ocean, which I could see from my window. But the owner and her staff where the best: thoughtful, friendly, and helpful.

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2023

A wonderful hidden gem in the city

I loved staying here for a week. I enjoyed sitting on the balcony for my morning meditation, the peacefulness, and being able to get around easily. The pictures do not show how beautiful this place is. It was perfectly decorated with lots of amenities to keep you comfortable during your stay. I will be staying again.

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2023

Exceptional

Always a delight to stay here - we have been here several times, love the place and couldn't ask for more

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2023

A peaceful sanctuary in buzzing Dakar.

Great host and unique residence decorated with taste. Great attention to details.Lovely continental breakfast. We enjoyed the coffee station in the billiard room. Virginie gva us useful tips on taxi fares and restaurants nearby.

Nothing

8.0 / 10.0

Dec 2022

Great stay

The owner’s attention and kindness is the best you can expect. she is always willing to help you in everything she can. Beautiful cosy hotel with all you need. great place to have a good rest.

10.0 / 10.0

Dec 2022

A hidden gem in Dakar!

The stay was very special, a true hidden gem. The house is decorated with beautiful items curated from West Africa. The owner and staff were incredibly friendly, and always there to help us out. The rooms were also very comfortable and quiet.

10.0 / 10.0

Dec 2022

Exceptional

We loved our stay - the room was really large and clean, the breakfast was lovely, the staff were super welcoming and there were some amazing communal areas. The wifi was very fast. We loved the dog too.

9.0 / 10.0

Nov 2022

A lovely stay with a gorgeous courtyard and garden. I really enjoyed the classic french breakfast.

gorgeous courtyard/garden. Excellent breakfast.

9.0 / 10.0

Sep 2022

Very nice stay

the room was nicely decorated and the bed very comfortable. I enjoyed the pool side in the morning. The partly ocean view from the room was nice.

Not a big issue but the water pressure was really weak.

9.0 / 10.0

Aug 2022

Live like a local - in good ways and in some challenging ways as well.

Virginne and the whole staff were incredible. The hotel felt like our own private house with a quiet room to ourself as well as multiple other areas to lounge and drink a coffee, read/write. The neighborhood felt very safe.

The location wasn't walkable to any restaurants. We thought it would be walkable to a nicer beach but as stated earlier the beach was incredibly dirty and full of trash. Not sure if this is just the Yoff location but the water was out for multiply days so at the hotel so we were using bucket to flush the toilette and shower. They made that experience wonderful but it’s not for everyone. Last suggestion would be to mix up the breakfast a little if someone is staying for a week. I love bread and jam but it’s tough to eat for 4 straight days.

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2022

Exceptional

Everything was amazing about this property and our stay. I can’t recommend it enough

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2022

Wonderful!

The staff are warm and welcoming. The decor is beautiful and the surrounding always clean. The home has a lovely ambiance and it does feel homey and classy at the same time. Excellent place i would highly recommend!

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2022

first place on our very first visit to Senegal- the choice couldn’t be better! Thank you Ms Chambaz!

Beautiful house, great design, plenty of arty items. Very comfortable, nice fresh breakfasts, friendly and helpful staff.

The only small disadvantage is the location - a bit distanced from the town centre, although taxis are inexpensive so it’s not a big issue

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2022

Exceptional

Probably the most beautiful hotel I have ever stayed in. Stunning!!! The staff were so friendly and extremely helpful Breakfast was amazing. The pool was lovely The neighbourhood was quiet and safe but not to far from things I will be back

I liked absolutely everything and wouldn’t change a single thing!

10.0 / 10.0

May 2022

Exceptional

I really liked the decor, cleanliness and warm reception from staff. The host had a list of places to go to for lunch/dinner alongside with the estimated taxi price and distance-this was so thoughtful. They even organized a taxi for us to go to the airport. It was absolutely lovely to stay there!

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2022

Exceptional

The staff and owner are very friendly and helpful. The house is exceptionally beautiful, well designed and decorated with an eye for detail with object. The breakfast is all one could need. I would definitely return for my next Dakar visit.

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2022

Exceptional

Virginie help us with all our needs, great stay and wonderful place. 100% recommended!!

9.0 / 10.0

Mar 2022

I was pleasantly surprised ti discover this place was even more beautiful than the pics of it. I felt safe and cared for

It was beautiful, well-decorated, cozy and clean.

I have mixed feelings about the location. There was only one restaurant within walking distance. But I loved being walking distance from the roaring sea.

10.0 / 10.0

Mar 2022

Ready to Return

First, I must state I have NEVER stayed in one place beyond 6 days but I thoroughly enjoyed my 11-day stay at Nyeleni maison sahel. The staff is beyond approach and go out of their way to ensure that you have a comfortable and enjoyable stay. The owner, Ms. Chambaz, greets her guests everyday to ensure that your needs and questions are addressed. Her recommendations and suggestions assisted me in navigating around the city. Although the grounds were lovely, I encountered singing birds, I played with my favorite dog (I miss you Midi), I heard ocean waves heard all day and throughout the night, wonderful artwork encompassed the entire property (inside and out), I slept in comfy beds, I perfected my pool game, and enjoyed a wonderful daily continental breakfast, it was the staff (and Midi) that would bring me back. In the words of Maya Angelou: "I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." A special shout-out to ALL at Nyeleni for making me (and my husband) feel special 😘

Not necessarily dislikes but more like advice to help others: The neighborhood had to grow on me because it is residential. But after walking and meeting some of the residents and even spending time at the local salon, I enjoyed it. The location is a little bit away from the hustle and bustle of Dakar, but is welcoming after a busy day. As advice for English-only speaking visitors, please brush up on your French. You will be at a big disadvantage because most people don't speak or understand English. The taxis are a NIGHTMARE! Please understand your fare before entering a taxi. Even after negotiating a price, taxi drivers will try to increase your fare. Your host provides you cost for taxi fares; however, on your return, fares will be increased. So please have this expectancy. If you're comfortable driving where the rules of the road are not necessarily clear, renting a car might be a better option. Google maps work! Note to Americans: It is a continental breakfast. Please don't expects eggs, bacon and potatoes. However, you will get fresh fruits, lots of bread, wonderful preserves, local honey, coffee and juice. Your keto or no-carb diet should be suspended during your visit to Senegal. Although fish is plentiful, so is the greatest breads and delicious rice.

10.0 / 10.0

Mar 2022

An oasis of tranquility in Dakar.

A very well designed property with interesting objets d’art. Excellent warm welcome from a delightful owner and well motivated staff. Spotlessly clean throughout. Good breakfast.

FAQs

How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in Dakar?

The average price for a rental in Dakar is $95 per night. This rental is $11 above the average.

Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Nyéléni maison sahel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Nyéléni maison sahel. Enjoy the water!

Is Nyéléni maison sahel pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this bed and breakfast is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Nyéléni maison sahel?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and smoking allowed.

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Bed and Breakfast in Dakar

Reasons to book

About this bed and breakfast

Amenities

Map of Dakar

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in Dakar?

Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?

Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?

Is Nyéléni maison sahel pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Nyéléni maison sahel?

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