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Reviews of Tamarin Hôtel Cotonou

Rue 231, Cotonou, Benin

#6 of 41 hotels in Cotonou

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Review Score

Based on 22 hotel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.0

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    8.5

  • Facilities

    8.4

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free Wifi

    6.4

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  • Reviewed: June 28, 2025

    9.0
    Incredible! Unforgettable! Comfortable!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The food. More varieties are needed to cater for diversity of cultures.

    Break fast was good, but needs enhancement with more varieties, especially fresh fruits and more tea and juice varieties.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 1, 2025

    8.0
    Very nice place . You re immediately happy when arrived
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Style people very nice

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 19, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We had a lovely stay at this hotel. The staff were incredibly charming, friendly, and attentive throughout our visit. We did have a small issue with the bathroom, but it was handled quickly and efficiently, which we really appreciated. The breakfast was delicious, with a good variety of options, and the setting of the hotel is beautiful and relaxing. We would definitely come back — thank you for the great hospitality!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: January 25, 2025

    9.0
    exceptional host at the reception
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    very private secluded close to the center of town walking distance

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: June 15, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The staff is exceptional

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: May 19, 2024

    7.0
    Owner needs to train staff, complete all missing facilities. Service revived is not good value vs. Hotel rate per night
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Shuttle service was delayed No people at reception when we arrived at 5am Keys were locked in a drawer by last receptionist so they had to break open drawer No lift No safe in room No telephone in room Breakfast was not buffet, a bit complicated, plate with specific food, had to argue with waitress for 2 glasses of juice instead of 1 glass Receptionist argued with me that I did not settle total invoice; it turned out to be I WAS RIGHT

    Cleanliness Comfortable bed Good wash room, shower

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 15, 2024

    8.0
    Could have been memorable will only be a memory .
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Price of the rooms equals to at least a 4 stars hotel back in france but the amenities were not up to par at all : the lavatories were shaky , the flush wasn't working well all the time . I made a reservation breakfast included to be informed later on that it's only one breakfast per roll which doesn't makes sense. First time ever did i do an hotel reservation with this policy . It is not even about the money but about respect of the customer . I will not come back again because for this price i am pretty sure i can get way better options . I think people coming back are only doing so thanks to the staff .

    Staff is definitely the highlight of the place . Always smiling and ready to help . Your personnel is really rare i hope you take great care of them .

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: March 15, 2024

    9.0
    Great new hotel for business and pleasure trips to Cotonou
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very gentle and helpful staff, huge rooms, very clean, with a lovely terrace where to have breakfast

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 15, 2024

    9.0
    Superb boutique hotel in quiet area of Cotonou and very centrally located.
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Quite area, spacious rooms, great swimming pool and beautiful decoration !

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 3, 2024

    7.0
    Overall good, but needs improvement.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Rooms wasn't cleaned daily Unsure whether using the shuttle for short trips was attached to a fee Restaurant at facility closes on Monday at 3pm (unclear where guests should eat)

    As a recently open hotel there is more work that needs to be done. The staff need to clean the room daily and if services such as the shuttle attract a fee it should be stated. I must admit management made up for any slips ups during the stay. The restaurant should be open after 3pm on Mondays, I do not understand why it was closed.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: January 28, 2025

    10
    One of the very few hotels that deserves a perfect score
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The hotel's restaurant closes on Sunday but you can easily order food to be delivered (or ask the staff to do it for you) and if you are concerned about the quality of the food, the owner has some great suggestions

    This is a really great boutique hotel. In particular, the interior design and furnishing is great (slightly bohemian but not exactly). Rooms are quite spacious and there were no issues with noise. I do not think I have ever commented on a hotel room's shower but the shower was amazing. I met the owner during check in and he was very nice and made sure that I am comfortable with my stay

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: November 22, 2024

    10
    Very nice hotel in Cotonou
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All was nice.

    Small and cost hotel well located close to main government and international orgs buildings. Staff very kind, very comfy bed and a pleasant pool. Breakfast complete with local Tastes.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: October 19, 2024

    6.0
    Nice but expensive hotel directly at the port and close to different administrations.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    I booked the hotel due to the close administrations I needed to visit. No photos on booking.com on the environment. Location close to the port, close and shabby neighbouring houses, no real nice view out of the windows, power cuts every day, no siphon under bathroom sink, thus, stinking quickly if you don´t close the sink and fill it with water. Toilette water tank didn´t close correctly, thus very often running water in the toilette. restaurant staff very slowly and not flexible. More than 20min to prepare and deliver small breakfast although I already ordered before taking my shower. After returning (15min) it regularly took another 10-15min. Breakfast is good bot no variations possible (always yoghurt, fruit salad, omelette, small bread with 2 slices of cheese, juice, coffee). You may order tomatoes, onions, etc. but you won`t get it. Restaurant and hotel very expensive for the region and in relation to the offer.

    nice and clean hotel, cozy and spacious rooms, mosquito net on every window. separate bathroom with sophisticated shower, very good mattress, very friendly staff at front desk, tasty breakfast

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: July 24, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    The women

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 30, 2024

    5.0
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

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  • Reviewed: February 20, 2024

    10
    Pictures don't do it justice! Our best stay in Cotonou. We will come back again and again
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    I don't even know where to start. The owner was an amazing host - we got to meet him upon arrival. I loved the room and how spacious it was. It was great for my family and two young kids. The breakfasts and lunches were delicious as well. I also loved how carefully curated the art was. Everything was beautiful and I will stay there each time. We honestly never wanted to leave the little oasis in Cotonou.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: July 21, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 29, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 9, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: February 26, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: April 3, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in April 2024

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