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( 22 20 22 40;
www.hotel-togo-bellevue.com
; Kodjoviakopé; s CFA29,000-35,000, d CFA31,000-40,000;
)
In the leafy district of Kodjoviakopé, the Belle-Vue is a stylish option that won't
break the bank. Rooms are spotless and elegantly decorated with African print curtains
and dark-wood furniture. It is also home to one of Lomé's best restaurants, La Belle
Époque, and has a great
paillote
(shaded seats) bar in a lush garden. A cool retreat.
Côté Sud
GUESTHOUSE
$$
( 91 93 45 50, 23 36 12 70;
www.hotelcotesud.com
; Rue Nima; r CFA23,000-30,000; )
Seeking a re-
laxing cocoon in Lomé with homely qualities? This champ of a guesthouse run by a
French guy who fell in love with Togo has all the key ingredients, with five spacious, light
and spick-and-span rooms, prim bathrooms and a small garden. The on-site restaurant
(mains CFA3500 to CFA6000) is a winner - your host will treat you to tasty French dishes
with an African twist.
Hôtel Napoléon Lagune
HOTEL
$$
( 22 27 07 32;
www.napotogo.com
; Rte 20 Bé; d CFA24,000-33,000; )
Yes, the Napoléon
Lagune is not in the centre, but its perch on a lively stretch of the Bé lagoon is outstand-
ing. It offers a range of well-equipped if unspectacular rooms at reasonable prices. Good
service, satellite TV, a plant-filled garden, a small pool and an excellent restaurant (mains
CFA2500 to CFA6000) are among the other highlights.
Veronica Guest House
GUESTHOUSE
$$$
( 22 22 69 07;
www.veronicatogo.com
;
Blvd du Mono; d CFA36,000-51,000; )
This charming
10-room hotel with professional staff, beautiful mahogany fittings and a pint-sized pool is
a more Togolese alternative to the chain hotels. Although it is on the busy highway, the
rooms have thick double glazing and views across the road to the beach. Meals are avail-
able (CFA10,000).
Hôtel Ibis-le Bénin
HOTEL
$$$
( 22 21 24 85;
www.ibishotel.com
;
Blvd de la Marina; d CFA56,000-60,000; )
Travellers love
the swimming pool here, not to mention the expansive shady grounds. The rooms in the
motel-like building lack character, but it's tidy enough and renovation plans are under
way. Rooms on the top floors have lovely sea views.
Hôtel Mercure-Sarakawa
RESORT
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