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About the Hotel

19 Avenue Faidherbe X Rue Raffenel, Dakar, Senegal, 00221

Axil Hotel, a 4-star property near the Museum of Black Civilisations, features an indoor pool, garden, terrace, and free private parking. Free WiFi runs throughout the property, complemented by a bar and restaurant.

Modern Room Amenities

Axil Hotel offers rooms with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs with cable channels, and electric kettles. Suites add soundproofing, kitchenettes, and bathrobes, while double rooms include minibars and balconies with sea or city views.

Restaurant Services

The restaurant serves a daily buffet breakfast, with additional dining options available throughout the day.

Pool and Entertainment

Guests access an indoor pool and terrace area, while the Casino Du Port sits 0.5 miles away.

Central City Location

AXIL HÔTEL positions guests 0.5 miles from Place de l'Independance and the Museum of Black Civilisations, with Leopold Sedar Senghor Airport 9.5 miles away and Blaise Diagne International Airport at 34 miles distance.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Double Room

Max:

2 persons

270 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

City view

Shower

Balcony

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Superior Double Room

Max:

2 persons

325 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Sea view

Shower

Balcony

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Suite Sea View

Max:

2 persons

540 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Sea view

Shower

Bathtub

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Getting around

Available transportation options

City Centre

Dakar 3.6 mi

Airports

Blaise Diagne International (dss) 33.1 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast Variety

“I really enjoyed the breakfast at Axil Hotel. It had a great variety of food items, ranging from fresh fruits to baked goods. It was definitely the highlight of my stay!” view full review

Clean and Comfortable Room

“My room was clean and equipped with a kettle for making coffee. This was a nice touch that enhanced my experience. The room was cozy and provided a comfortable space to unwind.” view full review

Basic Fitness Area

“I took advantage of the exercise area during my stay. While it was limited in equipment, it served my needs for a quick workout session to stay active.” view full review

Clean Bathroom Amenities

“The bathroom in my room was well-maintained and clean. I appreciated that the essential amenities such as a clean towel and toiletries were readily available, contributing to a pleasant experience.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Currency exchange
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Billiard tables

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Dinner
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Playpen
Children's buffet
Children's pool
Children's play area

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
BBQ facilities
Leisure/ TV room
Massage
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

19 Avenue Faidherbe X Rue Raffenel, Dakar, Senegal, 00221

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19 Avenue Faidherbe X Rue Raffenel, Dakar, Senegal, 00221

City landmarks

Market

Marche Sandaga

2800 ft

Mosque

Grand Mosque of Dakar

2600 ft

Boulevard de la Republique

Our Lady of Victories Cathedral

4400 ft

Beach

Marche soumbedioune

1.5 mi

Gallery

La Galerie Antenna

3900 ft

Museum

IFAN Museum of African Arts

5100 ft

Dakar

Museum of Black Civilisations

2500 ft

Museum

House of Slaves

2.7 mi

Amusement Park

Magic Land

1.8 mi

Fountain

Place de l'Independance

3000 ft

Casino

Casino Du Port

3900 ft

Gallery

Galerie Arte

3900 ft

Gallery

National Gallery of Art of Senegal

3800 ft

Pr L Sedar Senghor Ave Intersection of Pr L Sedar Senghor Ave and Boulevard de la République

Presidential Palace

1.0 mi

1 Hann Village

Parc Forestier et Zoologique de Hann

2400 ft

Theatre

Theatre national Daniel Sorano

4500 ft

Stade Municipal Assane Diouf

4800 ft

Dakar Grand Mosque

2300 ft

Avenue Malick Sy Intersection of Avenue Malick Sy and Route de la Corniche Ouest

Gate of the Third Millennium

2100 ft

Plaza

2100 ft

Mariste Mosque

2100 ft

Centre commercial Touba Sandaga

2200 ft

Marche malien

2200 ft

42 Rue Wagane Diouf

Calpyso

2300 ft

Iles de la Madeleine

1.2 mi

Sandaga Market

2700 ft

Autonomous Port of Dakar

1.6 mi

Grand Theatre National de Dakar

3700 ft

Nearby

Monument des Tirailleurs

1200 ft

Gale madiagne

1500 ft

Restaurants

Restaurant Farid

2000 ft

51 Rue Vincens

La Plancha

2200 ft

44 Rue Wagane Diouf

Club de Peche

2100 ft

Embarcadere de Goree

N'ice Cream

2400 ft

97 Avene A. Peytavin Immeuble Kebe

Le Patio

2400 ft

9 Route de Ngor

Eric Kayser

2400 ft

3 Boulevard de la Republique

Institut Francais du Senegal

2400 ft

Rue J Gomis angle avec Avenue Carnot

Times cafe

2400 ft

27 Leopold Sedar Senghor

Le Baie D'along

2400 ft

154 Avenue Bourguiba

Le Dragon

2400 ft

35 Rue Jules Ferry City Centre

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

64%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily return

6.4/10

Nice

Rooms

6.4

Location

7.6

Service

6.6

Dining

5.6

Samuel

United States, March 2025

5.6/10

My stay at Axil Hotel was a mixed bag. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, making me feel welcome. However, I encountered some challenges, particularly with the dining options and payment system. Overall, while the location was convenient, I left feeling that some aspects could use improvement.

Rooms

7.0

I stayed in a Superior Double Room, and it was clean with a kettle for coffee. However, the pillows weren't very comfortable. Some friends had variations in amenities like slippers across their rooms, affecting their comfort.

Service

8.0

The staff were extremely friendly and eager to help, although the communication barrier was evident since they didn't speak much English. Despite that, they tried their best to assist me, especially with booking the airport shuttle.

Location

8.0

The hotel is in a great spot, within walking distance to various food options and the port. It was also just a few blocks from the train station, which made it easy to explore Dakar.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast was somewhat limited, but the dinner service was what I struggled with the most. During my first night, I received raw chicken and had a poor experience with the bar service. After that, I opted for take-out instead.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel offered convenient facilities like room service and an airport shuttle, which I appreciated. However, some aspects, like limited seating for meals, could be improved.

Tony

United States, January 2025

6.8/10

I had a decent stay at Axil Hotel in Dakar. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, which made a positive impact on my experience. However, I found the breakfast options to be somewhat limited and the dinner service still seemed to be recovering from the pandemic. Overall, I would rate my stay a solid 8.0. 😊

Rooms

8.0

I stayed in a Superior Double Room. The room was comfortable, but I noticed some amenities were lacking.

Service

7.0

The staff were very friendly and always willing to assist. However, there were issues due to language barriers, which made communication sometimes difficult.

Location

8.0

The location was great, within walking distance to food options and the port. I also appreciated the shuttle service to the airport.

Dining

6.0

I enjoyed breakfast but found it somewhat limited. The dinner options were not as impressive, and the seating was inadequate during peak hours.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offered useful amenities like room service and an airport shuttle, which were convenient during my stay.

Joshua

United States, December 2024

6.6/10

I had a mixed experience during my stay at Axil Hotel. while the breakfast was a standout feature with a great variety, I encountered several issues with the service and amenities. Cleanliness was a concern as I was left with used towels, and the communication around room replenishments was lacking.

Rooms

5.0

I stayed in a Superior Single Room. the amenities promised were often missing. On multiple occasions, I had to ask for basic replenishments like tea bags and sugar, which was frustrating. On my last day, I was informed these were unavailable because I was checking out soon.

Service

5.0

The service left much to be desired. there were issues with order fulfillment, such as a lengthy delay in receiving my food due to other guests. Communication was often a challenge, particularly with staff who struggled with English.

Location

7.0

The location was very convenient. I appreciated being within walking distance to restaurants and the port, making it easy to explore Dakar.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was a highlight of my stay. I enjoyed the variety and quality of the food served. It was definitely the one aspect of the hotel I looked forward to each morning.

Facilities

6.0

Facilities like room service and shuttle services were available, but execution was lacking. several amenities felt inadequate for a hotel of this level.

Nancy

United States, November 2024

5.6/10

My stay at Axil Hotel was pleasant overall, with standout elements such as the warm, friendly staff and delicious breakfast. However, I did notice some areas for improvement, particularly with the renovations that made the aesthetic a bit less appealing. I had a great experience but encountered some minor issues with payment and room amenities. 😊

Rooms

7.0

The room I stayed in was undergoing renovations, with fresh paint visible, but it wasn't a major issue for me. However, I did miss some basic amenities like slippers in one of my rooms.

Service

8.0

The front desk staff were incredibly warm and attentive, which made a positive impact on my stay. I did, however, experience some challenges with the card payment process.

Location

8.0

The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance to restaurants and the train station, making it easy to explore the area. I appreciated the accessibility to various amenities nearby.

Dining

7.0

Breakfast was quite good, though I felt it could have offered a bit more variety, especially in the meaty options. Dinner services seemed to be recovering from previous disruptions, which impacted the experience somewhat.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered helpful amenities like an airport shuttle service. I appreciated that they helped arrange transportation for me.

Wendy

United States, October 2024

7.4/10

I had a mixed experience at Axil Hotel. While I loved the breakfast and the location was quite convenient, the service left much to be desired, especially when it came to basic room amenities. I faced issues like receiving used towels and difficulties with room replenishment.

Rooms

5.0

The room was decent, but I struggled with a lack of basic amenities like fresh towels and tea supplies. On one occasion, I even received a used towel.

Service

5.0

Service was definitely a downside. I continuously had to ask for items to be replenished, and the reception staff wasn't very helpful when I encountered issues with my payment method.

Location

7.0

The location was a definite plus. It was within walking distance to food options and the port, making it easy to explore.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was the highlight of my stay. I truly enjoyed the variety of options available each morning.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel offered a range of facilities, but at times, they fell short in execution—like the delayed food service and lack of proper shuttle arrangements.

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