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Novotel Orisha Cotonou

4.0 star property
Oceanfront tranquility awaits at this Cotonou retreat where travelers can unwind with spa treatments or relax by the pool amid greenery

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Novotel Orisha Cotonou, located by the ocean, offers a peaceful getaway with a poolside bar, spa services, and the ORISHA restaurant serving French cuisine. Guests enjoy free in-room WiFi and can relax at the outdoor pool with sun loungers overlooking garden views.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room, Multiple Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room, Multiple Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Cotonou, Novotel Orisha Cotonou is in the city center and on a lake. Da Silva Museum and Royal Palace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Fondation Zinsou and Centre Culturelle Chinois. Visit our Cotonou travel guide
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Boulevard De La Marina, Cotonou, 08 BP 0929

What's nearby

  • Fondation Zinsou
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Fidjrosse Beach
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Cotonou Central Mosque
    4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Cotonou Cathedral
    5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Fetish Market
    7 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cotonou (COO-Cadjehoun)
    6 min drive

Restaurants

  • Le Petit Four
    17 min walk
  • Ci Gusta! Aeroport
    16 min walk
  • Le Pesto
    14 min walk
  • Le Cordon Bleu
    16 min walk
  • Sprinkles 365
    10 min walk

About this property

Novotel Orisha Cotonou

Upscale hotel by the sea
Free airport pick-up, a poolside bar, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Novotel Orisha Cotonou. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure or other spa services. The on-site French cuisine restaurant, ORISHA, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. In addition to an art gallery on site and designer stores on site, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage, a front-desk safe, and ATM/banking services
  • Meeting rooms, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the overall condition
Room features
All 110 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like late night room service and free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Free infant beds, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free airport pick-up shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • ORISHA
  • PENDJARI

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Art gallery
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center (3,229 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1995
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Late-night room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: XOF 2500.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

24-hour pool access
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Novotel Cotonou
Novotel Cotonou Orisha
Novotel Orisha
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Novotel Orisha Hotel
Novotel Orisha Hotel Cotonou
Novotel Orisha Cotonou Hotel Cotonou
Novotel Orisha Cotonou Hotel
Cotonou Novotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Novotel Orisha Cotonou have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

Is Novotel Orisha Cotonou pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Novotel Orisha Cotonou?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Novotel Orisha Cotonou?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Novotel Orisha Cotonou provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request.

Where is Novotel Orisha Cotonou located?

Located in the heart of Cotonou, this hotel is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Fondation Zinsou and within 3 mi (5 km) of Fidjrosse Beach and Centre Culturelle Chinois. Artisanal Center and Place de l'Étoile Rouge are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Novotel Orisha Cotonou Reviews

7.8

Good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.2

Location

7.6

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 124 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were pleasant and happy to help with anything I needed
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Devina Lavette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was amazingly accommodating for our large group. We were traveling back to America and wanted to stay close to the airport. The staff was friendly and quickly checked us in after midnight. Georgina (I may have spelled her name incorrectly) was wonderful adding our children with breakfast. They were super excited about the buffet and pool. The restaurant staff were kind and efficient, always cleaning and making sure we had everything we needed. The pool area is beautiful, well kept and a perfect place to relax and have fun. Can’t wait to return!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay at the Novotel. The rooms were reasonably spacious and the food available was good. The staff were friendly and helpful - I particularly mention Eurydice and Nadine.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Hubert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The experience at Novotel was great. The food service was excellent. However, The people who clean the rooms, stole my New iPhone. I would suggest that next time, the visitors should you them safe in their room to lock their belonging.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Coura

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel room was clean and great but room was a bit too hot with AC controlled centrally and set to very low. Service was good with friendly employees but often forgetful of ordered stuff ( like extras items or bread butter). Finally biggest inconvenience was the loud band on Thursday Friday until 11 pm and 10:30 pm respectively that was a serious hindrance to rest and early sleep
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First thing I look for when I book a hotel is a shuttle to /from the airport. They were there, and treated us very well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly rated hotel

The staff were very helpful considering I do not speak French. The bed was soooo comfortable. Happy to stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The food in this hotel very expensive and not very good. The older women at front desk very rude.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent! L’hôtel est très confortable et le service impeccable , rarement vu en Afrique. Bravo à toute l’équipe et je reviendrai dans votre hôtel lors de mes sejours a Cotonou
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Au top

Le personnel aux petits soins et toujours avec le sourire et professionnalisme
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

BENOIT

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Unique et gros point négatif : le service. J'avais réservé une chambre via Hotels.com, l'hôtel a annulé ma réservation pour me faire bénéficier d'un tarif négocié par le groupe dont je faisais partie. A l'arrivée sur place, ils ne trouvaient pas ma réservation....Après une heure d'attente pour le check in de 17 personnes, l'agent m'a fait bénéficier d'une suite pour quelques heures histoire de me satisfaire.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jean Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bel hôtel sans surprise

Un hôtel convenable et correct pour un séjour d’affaires de quelques jours Bel hôtel très classique un peu éloigné des commerces mais très accessible Personnel charmant et attentionné
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Momodou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay if you are on short business travel. Friendly staff and good proximity to airport. Staff helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super séjour, service impeccable. Gros coup de coeur pour les filles de la réception qui ont bien pris soin de nous.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property with friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mariama

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Magnifique

Une belle place les personnels étaient trop adorable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PORTIA SHEVON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely

Fabulous from the moment I check in the staff take care of you Incredible and they check on you to make sure everything is fine .
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Joost

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Nice rooms, service below par

The hotel is nicely renovated with comfortable rooms. The price level is relatively high and the service in the hotel does not match the price level at all. One great lady at the reception, for the rest lots of guys in suits doing nothing and unable to help out in peak periods. Food is mediocre and the cleaning crew do their work during peak (breakfast, lunch etc.) periods. Was there for two nights and got two very annoying phone calls on what time I was planning to check out.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Chidiebere

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The receptionist Eurydice was stupid
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Ghislaine C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant and comfortable...

Hands down, I think this place is absolutely beautiful and well kept. The staff is courteous, professional, respectful, and attentive to the guests' needs and that's a plus. Miss Eurydice is an asset for the hotel; she checked us in the night when we arrived and she was great and very pleasant to interact with. A gentleman called Comlan was very helpful as well; he helped us with our luggage. Everything about my room was very good and neat except the fact that the room which was advertised on Hotels.com was not the room that we stayed in, reason why I took one star off for comfort. I booked two rooms; each was supposed to have a King bed and a single bed, a description which appealed to the occupants of the second room because they wanted to slip in separate beds. Both of our rooms had one king bed each, and no additional bed as advertised. When we asked, we were told that there is no such room in the hotel that fits the description on Hotels.com. I found it misleading and hope this will be corrected on all the platforms that advertise this type of room for the hotel. As area of improvement, I think adding a door to the shower would be great to preserve the floor by the sink outside of the shower. Overall, we had a great time. Breakfast was awesome with a variety of pastries and fruits to chose from. I also loved the paid buffet at night and plan on going back for dinner before I return to the US. Somewhat overpriced I will say, but comfortable if one can afford it go 4 it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Omobolanle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good ambiance

Really amazing, staffs welcoming the receptionist was helpful. Thru also helped arranged an anniversary surprise, overall they did a good job. Enjoyed my stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Xuxiao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
酒店很干净，服务员也很nice。
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juliet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

It was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Akin

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Bedbugs found

We found bedbugs on the bed , the day before we checked out informed the management and they did not seem too concerned. I should have pictures to attach . The stay was decent until we found bed bugs which ruined the whole experience . Location was nice and renovation done put the hotel on a top scale for the area. But bedbugs make it a bed deal .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020