Bel Ami

Location: TOKPA DOME, Ouidah, bj

Star Rating: 8.8 Stars

Property Type: Guest houses

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 03:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Check-out: 12:00 PM

Amenities & Facilities

• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
• Restaurant
• Terrace
• Pets allowed
• Luggage storage
• Express check-in/check-out
• Tour desk
• Car hire
• Packed lunches
• Shuttle service (additional charge)
• Kid meals
• Outdoor furniture
• Coffee Shop on site
• Staff adhere to local safety protocols
• First aid kit available
• Invoice provided
• Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
• Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
• Front desk (limited hours)
• Express check-in
• Free wired internet
• Self parking (surcharge)
• Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
• Airport transportation - drop-off (surcharge)
• Pool sun loungers
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Private beach nearby
• Internet access
• Private picnics
• Japanese garden
• Covered parking
• Beach toys
• Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
• Accessible shuttle
• No accessible shuttle
• Accessible train station shuttle
• No accessible train station shuttle

Rooms Available

• King Room with Lake View

  The spacious double room offers a private entrance, a seating area, a terrace with lake views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Private entrance
  • Mosquito net
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Toilet paper
  • Trash cans
  • Socket near the bed

• Junior Suite With Terrace

  This suite is comprised of 2 living rooms, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. The suite's kitchenette, which features a refrigerator, is available for cooking and storing food. The suite offers a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as a terrace with lake views. The unit offers 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Private entrance
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Mosquito net
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Coffee machine
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Toilet paper
  • Trash cans
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed

• Double Room with Lake View

  The double room provides a private entrance, a seating area, a terrace with lake views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Private entrance
  • Mosquito net
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Toilet paper
  • Trash cans
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed

• Superior Double Room

  The double room offers a private entrance, a seating area, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The double room provides a wardrobe, a tiled floor and lake views. The unit has 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Private entrance
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Mosquito net
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Toilet paper
  • Trash cans
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed

• Double Room with Terrace

  The double room features a private entrance, a wardrobe, a balcony with lake views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Private entrance
  • Mosquito net
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Toilet paper
  • Trash cans
  • Body soap

• Deluxe Double Room with Balcony

  The spacious double room features a private entrance, a seating area, a terrace with lake views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Private entrance
  • Mosquito net
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Toilet paper
  • Trash cans
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed

Guest Reviews

• Michael (8/5): - RAS RAS
• Unongo (9/5): My stay was amazing - It was a breathe of fresh air. The food was really nice, I didn’t think my palate would be that adventurous. The staff were very hospitable, the language barrier wasn’t much of an issue. Overall I enjoyed the serene atmosphere. There was practically nothing I didn’t like. And I’m definitely coming back .
• Camille (9/5): Un lieu plein de charme sur le lac, situé dans un village accueillant ! Les activités proposées par l’établissement se f -
• boy (8/5): -
• Sarah (10/5): - Le site et la gentillesse des habitants
• Regis (8/5): Super et calme - Tout Rien
• Valerie (9/5): Nous allons revenir!!! - Un séjour parfait! Le personnel est aux petits soins, le cadre est idyllique, les repas sont délicieux et le chauffeur super! Un petit meuble de rangement pour pouvoir mettre ses affaires de toilettes
• Funmilayo (8/5): -
• Christine (7/5): Parfait pour trois jours au bord d'un lac avec possibilités de balades à Ouidah ou sur l'eau - Confort sommaire mais charme des paillottes lacustres Peu de choix dans le menu. Pas de desserts.
• Funmilayo (9/5): A whole different experience from normal. - It was rustic and earthy. It was really far from Cotonou
• Isabelle (8/5): - Authentique Tout était impeccable
• Fabio (5/5): Hauptaufgabe mit Beherbergung nicht erfüllt, extras ok - Schöne Aussicht vom Restaurant Preis für Essen ok Personal freundlich Extem laute und störende Musik in der Nacht Weder Klimaanlage noch Ventilator, extrem heiss Viele Speisen auf der Karte nicht verfügbar
• Anita (10/5): Séjour très agréable. Nous reviendrons - le lieu est facilement accessible, le petit déjeuner à l'heure et copieux, le personnel à l'écoute, serviable et disposé et surtout le service de navette est très bien pensé. On y reviendra forcément Néant
• Ajibike (10/5): Magnificent Ami! - The environment is serene and extremely beautiful 😍 The location is very far from Cotonou which is the main city. I wish there was a boat going from Cotonou straight to the place.
• Uduehi (9/5): Had an amazing stay here. Perfect escape from the noise. - Quiet, peaceful, and friendly staff. Location, pretty far
• Taiwo (8/5): - Very good forforeigners but I did enjoy my stay. They water in the bath room should be able to flow out very well.
• Kokou Godwin (9/5): -
• Mélissa (10/5): -
• Deborah (10/5): -
• ispahan2 (8/5): Un court séjour dans un endroit toujours aussi charmant - C''est la troisième fois que je me rends dans cet hôtel qui est un des plus jolis du sud bénin ! J'apprécie beaucoup la localisation, le type d'hébergement assez écologique et la nourriture fraiche et délicieuse. Les repas pris sous la paillote sont des vrais moments de plaisir. Il serait bon d'améliorer juste un peu les équipements proposés dans la salle de bain; Crochets pour les vêtements, miroir au dessus du lavabo et une petite tablette pour une trousse de toilette.
• Oyindamola (9/5): Lovely peaceful serene stay in Ouidah. It was tough to return to civilisation. - The breakfast we received was a nice simple breakfast. Tea and coffee included. Dog friendly and the attractions were also dog friendly. The tablecloths in the dining area changed more often as there were ants
• Charlotte (9/5): -
• Jean Paul (8/5): Je reviendrai - Petit déjeuner avec du vrai café Isolement de l hôtel Personnel très sympa Plat crevettes a l ail !!!!! Trop peu et sans goût
• Rachid (4/5): -
• Abdoul Samad (8/5): -
• Ifemi Romeo (10/5): -
• Jessica (10/5): - Tout ! Superbe chambre sur pilotis mais il faut supporter la chaleur 😉 Très propre. Le petit déjeuner a été le meilleur de mon séjour au Bénin. Le gérant Pamphile est très gentil ainsi que toute l'équipe Achille, Stella et les autres garçons.
• Chioma (7/5): Good - Their staff were friendly and it is aesthetically pleasing. The distance from town
• Carré (10/5): Petit coin de paradis - Vrai petit coin de paradis, on ne pouvait pas rêver mieux. L'endroit est superbe, le village est beau, le personnel est très gentil. Le bruit des vagues et la brise quasi permanente est pour rendre cet endroit parfait. Je recommande les yeux fermés La chambre que nous avions, manque un peu d'intimité (peut être faudrait il un petit rideau dans la salle de bain, et des volets côté ponton)
• Kiniffo (8/5): -
• Larissa (6/5): Good location, wouldn't stay too long - The location is incredible: exactly like the pictures. Super serene and quiet. It is easy to find using google maps, even though I would advise on adding signs outside. The staff was very nice and helpful. The food was ok.. Most of the rooms did not have mirrors so we had to upgrade our room to have a mirror, a bit strange. There was no hot water, which is understandable but could be communicated or helped with. Security of the rooms could be better: I felt as if people could see into our room too easily. And the beds were way too hard, my father and I both had back problems the next day
• Wislanda (10/5): - C'est juste super
• Louise (10/5): Merveilleux ! - Nous avons passé un merveilleux séjour ! L’endroit est magnifique et reposant. Dormir au bord du lac est un vrai bonheur. La chambre était très jolie et confortable et le personnel adorable et attentionné. Nous avons juste regretté de ne pas avoir le temps de rester une nuit supplémentaire mais nous reviendrons ! Encore un grand merci !
• Soïa (7/5): Un endroit calme et ressourçant les pieds dans le Lac, juste magique ! - Nous avons passé 3 jours en totale déconnexion dans ce superbe lieu les pieds dans l'eau. Les repas et petit déjeuner sont bons et généreux. La vue est juste incroyable avec de beaux couchés de soleil. Le personnel est serviable et gentil. Peut-être améliorer le pont permettant d'aller de la chambre à l'espace bar/restauration qui à certains endroits n'était pas solide.
• Karine (8/5): - L'endroit est fabuleux ! Le personnel souriant et serviable ! Les draps étaient tâchés ! Le sol plein de sable et pas de gel douche !
• Julie (8/5): - Merveilleux emplacement pour profiter du lac. Chambres spacieuses, correctement équipées.
• Anthony (10/5): - Expérience de dormir au dessus de l'eau Ras
• Marie-christine (7/5): Prima - Mooi uitzicht op het lac ... Misschien toch een ventilator
• stanislas (8/5): Excellent - Bon emplacement Très bon petit déjeuner Rien
• Ivan (10/5): Beautiful spot - Excellent location in a natural paradise. The town is close by but no noise is heard around the compound other than the waving of the lake's water. Staff was very helpful and food was just great. Accommodation is rustic but that's what one comes here for at the end of the day. Easy transportation from Ouidah.
• Daniel (7/5): Good -
• Adepoju (8/5): Very good - So calm, cool, and serene environment with nice food and very accommodating staffs
• Ndao (7/5): Good -
• Luca (10/5): The best choice I couild ever do! 10+ - Fantastic location and amazing staff. Very welcoming, great food and top organization. If you need to go to Possotomè, book it here and they will arrange a trip for you
• Oluwatofunmi (9/5): Superb - Loved everything about it, the staffs, the food the comfort etc I will definitely be visiting again,
• Sarasara (9/5): Beautiful Scenery and Friendly Staff - The view from the restaurant was beautiful, and the food was delicious. The staff were very kind and welcoming. I would be happy to stay here again. I heard loud music from a nearby village the night before a public holiday, but that’s quite common in Benin, and it wasn’t so loud that I couldn’t sleep. The shower only had cold water, but since it was hot, it wasn't a problem.
• Alix (9/5): Superb - Location was perfect, on the lake and close to a welcoming and interesting village. We loved the different activities offered. Pamphline is such a resource and his staff is kind and helpful A group that came to party next door! Doesn’t say anything about Bel Ami sur Pilotis though!
• Vanessa (9/5): Superb -
• Lisacecilia91 (9/5): Superb -
• Pim (9/5): Superb - Relaxed place at the lake-front close to Ouida. Very friendly staff and good food in the restaurant. Beautiful and private view of the lake . Would definitely recommend the 'luxury' cabins No door between room and bathroom (even though it's possible). The lake itself is quite shallow and not very suitable for swimming. Nevertheless, the environment itself is very pretty
• David (10/5): Exceptional -
• Tessa (8/5): Cool concept - It's still a work in progress but it is a great and simple concept. The food was simple but delicious.
• Lisacecilia91 (8/5): Chill place on the lake with delicious food - It's a lovely place on the lake, the huts are on stilts in the water and you can swim in the lake. The staff are very friendly, rooms clean, strong WiFi and food delicious(especiallythe gambas). The hammocks are a nice touch! 2 of the 3 nights we stayed were very noisy into the night with music playing and people chatting so it was hard to sleep until quite late.
• Matias (9/5): Superb - Cozy lakeside with little village closeby Some renovation to be done with the pier, stairs and so on
• Oluwafunmilayo (9/5): Superb - The room was exceptionally clean. Love that I could stay two days there without having to use the Google translator. Rasheed helped to secure a tour guide and also helped in getting someone to change the naira to CFA.
• Géraud (7/5): Enjoyed the serene atmosphere and playful dog, but suggested varnishing the wood. - The sunset The calm The sound of water on the ratchet The dog who always wants to have fun A little varnishing of the wood would be cool, it will prevent insects eating away at the wood and it will avoid little balls of debris falling on the bed all the time.
• Diana (9/5): Superb - Generally a great place but the towels were very old, and the bedsheets too! They could do better by keeping the rooms and utensils cleaner. Was handed a few dirty dishes one too many times :)
• Omotola (10/5): Exceptional - The host,absolutely a great host!! The food especially the fish and rice-awesome The staff-very friendly
• Matthew (10/5): A safe, simple, friendly gem of a place - A wonderfully friendly, clean, safe place in rural Benin. Accommodation constructed from tradtional materials but with comforts (en suite, Western-style wc). But best of all was the atmosphere - friendly staff, a feeling of involvement in local life, views over the lake, and general relaxed ambience. -
• Moyosore (9/5): Superb -
• Ima (8/5): Beautiful, Peaceful and relaxing - Very practical, calm, clean with nice staff ready to make sure you are comfortable. The scenery is beautiful The restaurant needs an upgrade, the meals were underwhelming
• Odey (9/5): My stay was relaxing and beautiful. However bear in mind that it’s really far from the city - I especially loved the decor The only thing I didn’t like was in one of the rooms I rented, the mosquito nets were dirty and dusty , liked they hadn’t been washed in a while. However it was changed as soon as I drew the attention of the manager to it.
• Judith (10/5): Exceptional - Exceptional place. Our stay was amazing.
• Sindani (10/5): Exceptional -
• Radek (9/5): I liked it in Bel Ami - Nice lake very good breakfast very helpful staff a pillow under the head
• Gween (9/5): Superb -
• Simon (9/5): Relaxing, peaceful & local - What a lovely setting. Jutting out over the quiet lake the water shimmering beneath your private deck. Bel Ami is a peaceful place to relax for a few days. Delicious crepes for breakfast & fantastic grilled fish for dinner. Comfortable bed & good shower. It's a small, rustic place lovingly created by the owners. We found it a perfect retreat after a week touring round Benin. The road from Ouidah - but phone ahead and they'll tell you the best road to take, which is much quicker
• Oyekanmi (10/5): Exceptional - Pamphile and Rasheed were very great hosts. Great place to reflect, plan and rest.
• Aliyu (8/5): My stay was worthwhile with a friendly staff and good meal - Everything and the hotel are very friendly
• Mona (7/5): Bare Bones Friendly Accommodations - The location is nice. The lake is pretty. The price is very fair. My son liked that there were pigs wandering around. The rooms are very dark even with the lights on and a bit ramshackle. We didn’t have stairs to our cabin and had to step on wobbly cinderblocks. It is far more rustic than it appears in photos.
• Marlene (10/5): Exceptional - Really lovely and quiet, friendly and helpful staff! Its a bit like glamping, and with the mosquito net and fan we slept really well!
• Erasmus (10/5): Exceptional -
• Leonardus (8/5): We had a wonderful relaxing stay - Location and quality of food In the weekend notice from party at the other side of the lake
• Otabil (7/5): My stay at Bel Ami was pleasant. - Bel Ami was serene and beautiful. Food was good and staff very polite and helpful Red ants in parts of my room
• Naimath (8/5): Very good - Host went above and beyond to provide a very good experience Place needs more lights @night
• Caroline (10/5): Lovely place for backpackers to relax for a few days! - Really lovely location on the lake!
• Osigwe (10/5): This is a good place to relax away from the noise. Pamphile is a great host! - Amazing! Nothing to be honest
• Momah (10/5): Amazing, value for money and such a refreshing place to be in. Bel AMi is what I didn't know I neede - I loved breakfast and the serenity being by the lake. The food was exceptional and the staffs are so friendly even down to the driver who went over and beyond for us. The journey to get there is a bit far and the road. But honestly it was worth it, cause I wil be going back again.
• Anonymous (9/5): Superb -
• Toluwalase (10/5): I had a very peaceful stay, the water waves made me had relaxing night. The environment is serene 😍 - Very great
• Ayoola (8/5): Very good - The breakfast was exquisite. I really enjoyed the fresh pineapples. The distance between the hotel to the major road.
• Pierpaolo (9/5): Superb - Pure paradise, this place has a lot of potential!
• Krystian (9/5): A very good treat - Great experience of sleeping above the lake level! The place is simple but cosy enough, no complaint to file..
• Sylvie (8/5): Very good - Location is eustique and beautiful. Staff very helpful ans the lake is not deep so its like a huge natural pond for adults and children alike. Warm and safe
• James (10/5): - Food is fantastic! (Especially the freshly caught fish). Staff super nice and great location - definitely recommend!
• Mona (10/5): - The location on the lake is stunning, a little secluded and very tranquil. It’s a superb place to relax. The room was very clean and had a fan. Our host went above and beyond, taking us out on the lake in his boat, showing us around the village and cooking us a lovely dinner. I would definitely recommend this place. Thank you for having us Pamphile!

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