Hotel Blawa

Fantastic value stay in Abidjan. The room was very comfortable, good WiFi, and the hotel is located back off the main street in a seperate gated side street, so it is very secure and quite, but close to a bit of a livelier atmosphere once you go to the main street. Safe parking for my motorcycle on the side street in front of the hotel, and they can also arrange secure parking elsewhere for an additional fee. 10/10 - Highly recommend.

The room was comfortable and well equipped. It’s very close to the airport. The hotel staff was very helpful. We got a really delicious breakfast.

We stayed on upper floor in San Pedro room which was excellent. Very friendly and helpful owners and staff. Easy transport from the airport through hotel. Calm environment and great Poisson Pique on the main road. Safe (gated entry/exit).

Shame coffee was Nescafe.

Internet is strong and stable, location is very safe and off the main noisy street, AC cold and shower hot, breakfast is basic but sufficient. The best is the very helpful owners, they will try their best to assist in many ways, such as getting taxi to go to city center.

Near the airport but very far from city where all the actions take place.

Perfect location if you want a quiet room close to the airport. The owners were super friendly and helped me out with some last minute logistics before my departure.

I was welcomed with open arms by the proprietors and staff of this establishment, who went out of their way to accommodate me. This quiet and safe residential neighbourhood exudes the rich history, culture, and tradition of Abidjan and Ivory Coast. Shops, bars, restaurants, street food stands, and small craft vendors invite exploration, each showcasing its unique charm. However, coming from Europe, I found the heat, noise, filth, rubbish, and crowds on the city’s bustling main roads to be overwhelming. The breakfast was very good and tasty. I was served an omelette, sliced pineapple, a tub of cheese, a tub of jam, half a loaf of French bread, a glass of orange juice, a small jug of milk, a kettle of hot water with a tea bag, a Nescafé packet, and some sugar packets.

I don’t really like saloon-type doors in bathrooms, and the sink reminded me of an oversized urinal, but taste is subjective. *Beware of traffic!* It is chaotic, dangerous, and potentially lethal, with many reckless drivers – especially motorcyclists – speeding and overtaking each other. Crossing the road poses a significant risk to your safety. Traffic jams are common and quite nerve-racking. Even though the airport is less than 6 km away, it took me 30 minutes to cover just 1700 meters by taxi during rush hour. Be sure to leave the hotel well in advance of your flight.