Douala Design Hotel is just 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day.
Languages
English, French
At a glance
Hotel size
55 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 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
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free secured on-site self-parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Working away
2 meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Television in common areas
Reception hall
Accessibility
Lift
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Minibar
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Turndown service
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
On-site venue – This restaurant specialises in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: XAF 3000.00 per person, per night
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately XAF 10000 for adults and XAF 5000 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of XAF 5000 per room (return)
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Douala Design
Douala Design Hotel Hotel
Douala Design Hotel Douala
Douala Design Hotel Hotel Douala
Frequently asked questions
Does Douala Design Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Douala Design Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Douala Design Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Douala Design Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Douala Design Hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is XAF 5000 per room return.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Douala Design Hotel?
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.
Are there restaurants at or near Douala Design Hotel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant that offers local and international cuisine.
What's the area around Douala Design Hotel like?
Douala Design Hotel is in Akwa II, a short 12-minute walk from Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul and 15 minutes' walk from Espace Doual'art.
Douala Design Hotel Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
7.8/10
Staff & service
6.0/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
4/10 Fair
6 January 2023
Not the same anymore. Quality was poor.
herve
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
16 March 2022
Nouadje Nina Michele
Nouadje Nina Michele, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
4 February 2022
Verified traveller
2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
28 January 2022
Katrina
Katrina, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 January 2022
Great
herve
herve, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
30 December 2021
Tatiana
Tatiana, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
2 June 2021
Every traveler deserves better coffee.
Verified traveller
3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
12 January 2021
The room was clean and spacious
Very helpful staff
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
12 October 2020
Good stay, albeit weak Wifi
3 night-stay at Douala Design. The location is very good for easy access to the central town and its amenities. Room is comfy somewhat and has some panache. Main issue for me was the wifi as it was very weak. Breakfast buffet was good and the service was great
Sema
Sema, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
20 September 2020
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
2 November 2019
Nathalie
Nathalie, 4-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
14 July 2019
Need improvement
kevin
kevin, 8-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
21 April 2019
Don't stay there
Thieves who try to cheat their customers
James
James, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
13 April 2019
Really good hotel. But internet is very slow.
Really large size very clean rooms.
Friendly and courteous staff
Good break fast
Rubbish internet though. However, they did arrange a separate router for us on the last day
Kandarp
Kandarp, 6-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 February 2023
Jahn Birger
Jahn Birger, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 January 2022
Jahn Birger
Jahn Birger, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
6 November 2021
Jahn Birger
Jahn Birger, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
19 September 2021
Jahn Birger
Jahn Birger, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 April 2021
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
7 January 2019
Jahn Birger
Jahn Birger, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
28 October 2018
pas mal
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