Hotel Africa Queen offers a tranquil oceanfront escape with a private beach lined with sun loungers. Travelers can relax with drinks at the poolside bar or enjoy international cuisine with ocean views at the Cote Mer restaurant.
Located in La Somone, Hotel Africa Queen is in a shopping district and on a private beach. Village Artisanal and La Ferme des 4 chemins are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Somone Lagoon Reserve and Bandia Animal Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Diamniadio Olympic Stadium or Dakar Arena. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving, snorkelling and waterskiing adventures can be found near the property. Visit our La Somone travel guide
At Hotel Africa Queen, you can look forward to a poolside bar, a garden and car hire on-site. This resort is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, sunloungers and beach volleyball. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Cote Mer, offers lunch, dinner and ocean views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and conference space.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
An outdoor pool and a children's pool
Free self-parking
A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge) and meeting rooms
A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free property and multilingual staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Hotel Africa Queen feature thoughtful touches, such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and minibars.
24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
A bar/lounge
A poolside bar
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Cote Mer
Things to do
Beach volleyball
Children's pool
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's pool
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Business services
Conference space
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Beach loungers
Garden
On a private beach
On the waterfront
Accessibility
No lift
More
2 buildings
3 floors
Built in 2000
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
55-inch TV with premium channels
Food and drink
Minibar
More
Air conditioning
Laptop-compatible safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges XOF 10000 for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Payment types at the property
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: XOF 1100.00 per person, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: XOF 26000 per vehicle (one way)
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of XOF 10000
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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Property is also known as
Africa Queen La Somone
Hotel Africa Queen
Hotel Africa Queen La Somone
Hotel Africa Queen Resort
Hotel Africa Queen La Somone
Hotel Africa Queen Resort La Somone
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Africa Queen have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Is Hotel Africa Queen pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Hotel Africa Queen?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Hotel Africa Queen?
Check-in begins at midnight.
What time is check-out at Hotel Africa Queen?
Checkout is at noon.
Does Hotel Africa Queen provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of XOF 26000 per vehicle applies.
Where is Hotel Africa Queen located?
Located in La Somone, this beachfront resort is in a shopping district, 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Somone Lagoon Reserve, and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Mbour Fishermen Village. Saly Golf Club and Village Artisanal are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Hotel Africa Queen Reviews
8.2
Very good
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This hotel is simply superb. It hs all the amenities of a large resort (swimming pools, oceanfront), good food, but it is locally owned and inspired and has very positive character. I travel a lot and would recommend this place very highly.
Perfect hideaway to relax and enjoy the beach and pool.
Hotel has a lovely relax feel with warm atmosphere. Food also very good. Staff were excellent, I look forward to returning someday.
Rooms were clean and mondern. Staff was respectful. Were never told about extra cost for having a guest until check out. Unexpected expense.
Idriss
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Francois
16 Nov 2023
Nice and welcoming hotel with a very friendly and accomodating team. Overall a good stay with only one minor point to mention - no real hot water to shower at any time of day (lukewarm at best). The beach is not tremendously clean but that’s par for the course in most of Senegal.
Well maintained, amazing staff . Shuttle service actually showed up . Rooms are spacious and modern. Big screen TV . Breakfast and Lunch were excellent with plenty of options. Ocean front with bar and 2 swimming pools. Only minor complaint is the dining chairs are brutally stiff , cushions would help. Awesome Hotel. 🙏❤️
African Queen is a perfect not-too-big and not-too-small gem of a hotel on Somone beach. Recently renovated, tastefully decorated, clean, comfortable and perfect for relaxation. Staff is very helpful and generous with smiles. Food fresh and delicious...the whole experience was a feast for all senses. I higly recommend it and will be back for sure!
You can see that the Hotel has been recently refurbished so room and pool equipment are all new and in good condition.
Buffet food is ok.
Unfortunately we had a room that overlooked the road as they said this is happens when you book via Expedia. They recommended to call directly next time to get a seaview room.
Claudia
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
8/10 Good
Ibrahima Diallo
1 Jul 2022
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
There was a cockroach in my room
Ibrahima Diallo
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
2/10 Terrible
Beverly
13 Mar 2023
Disliked: Staff & service
Prepaid reservation not honored
The hotel did not honor our non-refundable reservation. They said they did not receive a confirmation from hotels.com. We showed them our confirmation, and that it was prepaid. They still did not honor the reservation. Sure hope hotels.com returns my $93
Beverly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
carole
10 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hôtel très sympa avec une clientèle variée (pas seulement des touristes et c'est chouette) le personnel est très sympathique, les chambres confortables, les repas excellents et variés : je recommande +++
Bel expérience a l’hôtel Africa Queen de Somone, personnel souriant agréable et très accueillant.
Répondent aux mieux à la demande des clients. Je recommande
Sehr schöne Hoteanlage, sauber, gute Atmosphäre, Familienfreundlich! Extrem freundliches, herzliches und hilfsbereites Personal!
Würde jederzeit wieder hierher kommen.
L'accueil était parfait tout comme la chambre. Mais le restaurant était médiocre pour le petit déjeuner et passable pour le souper.
On avait demandé à être réveillé à 6h pour les 2 chambres. Il y a eu qu'une chambre qui a été appelé mais à 5h du matin... Sans doute, une mauvaise compréhension.
Le prix des chambres varie selon l'emplacement.
La moins chère n'a pas vue sur mer mais cela ne nous a pas trop dérangé au final...
Propre et confortable.
Personnel adorable.
Taxi a disposition des clients, parfait !
LAURENCE
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
4/10 Poor
Deitan
2 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Avons appréciée l odeur de la chambre et de la literie, la qualités de la chambre et des appareils, télé, frigo, coffre fort, climatisation et de la toilettes, ce qui n est pas bon c est la nourriture, la piscine, l acces aux chambre est parsemé d embuche, porte donnant accès brisés, escalier dangeureux,
J’ai d’adoré mon séjour à l’hôtel. L’internet était très bon, jusqu’à la plage. Les chambres étaient propres et le personnel très accueillant
Emmanuelle
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
2/10 Terrible
Bruno
28 Aug 2022
I
Bruno
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
8/10 Good
Ellen
27 Mar 2022
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Zeer vriendelijk personeel. Mooi zee-uitzicht, aangenaam zwembad. Ontbijt is uitgebreid genoeg. Eigen tv en airconditioning in kamer.
Er stond vermeld dat er animatie was, maar ik heb nooit de animator ons zien vragen deel te nemen aan activiteiten. Hier en daar was er onderhoud nodig in de kamer. Veel wifi-kanalen aanwezig, maar in de kamer was er nooit wifi.