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Benin Royal
Lot 398 Maro-Military Compound - Vons face borne lab 640 Cotonou Benin
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Hotel description
Near Artisanal Center
A stay at Bénin Royal Hôtel places you in the heart of Cotonou, within a 15-minute walk of Artisanal Center and Cotonou Central Mosque. This 4-star hotel is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Fidjrosse Beach and 1.8 mi (3 km) from Cotonou Cathedral.
Stay in one of 65 guestrooms featuring LED televisions. Satellite television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find a 24-hour health club, an indoor pool, and a sauna. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and babysitting/childcare (surcharge).
Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a business center, and express check-in. Planning an event in Cotonou? This hotel has facilities measuring 2691 square feet (250 square meters), including a conference center. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours).
Enjoy local and international cuisine at Behanzin, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the 3 coffee shops/cafés. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Useful informations
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.
Other things you would like to know
Pets not allowed
Gap period enforced between guest stays - 72 hours 72 hours
Property follows sanitization practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (WHO)
Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
Temperature checks are available to guests
Social distancing measures are in place
Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning
Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
Staff wears personal protective equipment
Cashless transactions are available
Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
Contactless check-in is available
Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection
Masks are compulsory at the property
No rollaway/extra beds available
Property follows sanitization practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)
Contactless check-out is available
Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Contactless food service / room service is available
Individually-wrapped food options are available
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
Individually-wrapped food options are available for dinner
Individually-wrapped food options are available through room service
Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
Individually-wrapped food options are available for lunch
Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
Number of buildings/towers - 2
Year Built - 2014
Total number of rooms - 65
Number of floors - 8
A stay at Bénin Royal Hôtel places you in the heart of Cotonou, within a 15-minute walk of Artisanal Center and Cotonou Central Mosque. This 4-star hotel is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Fidjrosse Beach and 1.8 mi (3 km) from Cotonou Cathedral.
Stay in one of 65 guestrooms featuring LED televisions. Satellite television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find a 24-hour health club, an indoor pool, and a sauna. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and babysitting/childcare (surcharge).
Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a business center, and express check-in. Planning an event in Cotonou? This hotel has facilities measuring 2691 square feet (250 square meters), including a conference center. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours).
Enjoy local and international cuisine at Behanzin, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the 3 coffee shops/cafés. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Useful informations
- 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
- Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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.
- Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.
- Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F; guestroom doors are sealed after cleaning; the property is cleaned and disinfected with electrostatic spray.
- Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions; contactless room service is available; masks are required in public areas.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Enhanced food service safety measures are in place.
- Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and also through room service.
- Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 72 hours between bookings.
- This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (WHO) and COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC).
Other things you would like to know
Pets not allowed
Gap period enforced between guest stays - 72 hours 72 hours
Property follows sanitization practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (WHO)
Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
Temperature checks are available to guests
Social distancing measures are in place
Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning
Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
Staff wears personal protective equipment
Cashless transactions are available
Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
Contactless check-in is available
Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection
Masks are compulsory at the property
No rollaway/extra beds available
Property follows sanitization practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)
Contactless check-out is available
Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Contactless food service / room service is available
Individually-wrapped food options are available
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
Individually-wrapped food options are available for dinner
Individually-wrapped food options are available through room service
Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
Individually-wrapped food options are available for lunch
Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
Number of buildings/towers - 2
Year Built - 2014
Total number of rooms - 65
Number of floors - 8
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Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find a 24-hour health club, an indoor pool, and a sauna. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and babysitting/childcare (surcharge).
Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a business center, and express check-in. Planning an event in Cotonou? This hotel has facilities measuring 2691 square feet (250 square meters), including a conference center. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours).
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Airport shuttle
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24-hour Reception
ATM/cash machine on site
Baby sitting - on request
Concierge
Dry cleaning service
Express check-in
Luggage storage
Multilingual Staff
Newsstand
Tour assistance
Hotel facilities
Designated smoking area
Elevator
Laundry service
Meeting centre
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Rooms
Stay in one of 65 guestrooms featuring LED televisions. Satellite television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Senior Suite, 2 Bedrooms:
Non-Smoking, Television, Premium bedding, Turndown service, Iron/ironing board (on request), Satellite TV service, Electric kettle, Soundproofed rooms, Window screens, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Blackout drapes/curtains, Electrical adapters/chargers, Daily housekeeping, Bidet, Phone, Desk, Towels provided, Restaurant dining guide, Bedsheets provided, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Mini-fridge, LED TV, Slippers, Shower/tub combination, Private bathroom, In-room massage available, Bathrobes, Wheelchair accessible, Free toiletries, Hair dryer, In-room safe, Deep soaking bathtub, Room service (24 hours), Free newspaper, Free bottled water, Cribs/infant beds (surcharge).
Romantic Room, Ensuite:
Non-Smoking, Television, Premium bedding, Turndown service, Iron/ironing board (on request), Satellite TV service, Electric kettle, Soundproofed rooms, Window screens, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Blackout drapes/curtains, Electrical adapters/chargers, Daily housekeeping, Bidet, Phone, Desk, Towels provided, Restaurant dining guide, Bedsheets provided, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Mini-fridge, LED TV, Slippers, Shower/tub combination, Private bathroom, In-room massage available, Bathrobes, Wheelchair accessible, Free toiletries, Hair dryer, In-room safe, Deep soaking bathtub, Room service (24 hours), Free newspaper, Free bottled water, Cribs/infant beds (surcharge).
Double Room (Privilege):
Non-Smoking, Television, Premium bedding, Turndown service, Iron/ironing board (on request), Satellite TV service, Electric kettle, Soundproofed rooms, Window screens, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Blackout drapes/curtains, Electrical adapters/chargers, Free wired internet, Daily housekeeping, Bidet, Phone, Desk, Towels provided, Restaurant dining guide, Bedsheets provided, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Mini-fridge, LED TV, Slippers, Shower/tub combination, Private bathroom, In-room massage available, Bathrobes, Wheelchair accessible, Free toiletries, Hair dryer, In-room safe, Deep soaking bathtub, Room service (24 hours), Free newspaper, Free bottled water, Cribs/infant beds (surcharge).
Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom:
Non-Smoking, Television, Premium bedding, Turndown service, Iron/ironing board (on request), Satellite TV service, Electric kettle, Soundproofed rooms, Window screens, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Blackout drapes/curtains, Electrical adapters/chargers, Free wired internet, Daily housekeeping, Bidet, Phone, Desk, Balcony, Towels provided, Restaurant dining guide, Bedsheets provided, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Mini-fridge, LED TV, Slippers, Shower/tub combination, Private bathroom, In-room massage available, Bathrobes, Wheelchair accessible, Free toiletries, Hair dryer, In-room safe, Deep soaking bathtub, Room service (24 hours), Cookware, dishware, and utensils, Microwave, Free newspaper, Free bottled water, Cribs/infant beds (surcharge), Separate bedroom.
Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms:
Non-Smoking, Television, Premium bedding, Turndown service, Iron/ironing board (on request), Satellite TV service, Electric kettle, Soundproofed rooms, Window screens, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Blackout drapes/curtains, Electrical adapters/chargers, Free wired internet, Daily housekeeping, Bidet, Phone, Desk, Towels provided, Restaurant dining guide, Bedsheets provided, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Mini-fridge, LED TV, Slippers, Shower/tub combination, Stovetop, Private bathroom, In-room massage available, Bathrobes, Wheelchair accessible, Free toiletries, Hair dryer, In-room safe, Sofa bed, Deep soaking bathtub, Room service (24 hours), Cookware, dishware, and utensils, Kitchen, Microwave, Free newspaper, Free bottled water, Cribs/infant beds (surcharge), Oven.
Superior Double Room, Balcony, Courtyard View:
Non-Smoking, Television, Premium bedding, Turndown service, Iron/ironing board (on request), Satellite TV service, Electric kettle, Soundproofed rooms, Window screens, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Blackout drapes/curtains, Electrical adapters/chargers, Daily housekeeping, Bidet, Phone, Desk, Balcony, Towels provided, Restaurant dining guide, Bedsheets provided, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Mini-fridge, LED TV, Slippers, Shower/tub combination, Private bathroom, In-room massage available, Bathrobes, Wheelchair accessible, Free toiletries, Hair dryer, In-room safe, Deep soaking bathtub, Room service (24 hours), Free newspaper, Free bottled water, Cribs/infant beds (surcharge).
Senior Suite, 2 Bedrooms:
2 King Beds
753 sq feet
Layout - 2 bedrooms
Relax - In-room massage available
Entertainment - LED television with satellite channels
Food & Drink - Mini-fridge, electric kettle, 24-hour room service, and free bottled water
Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub
Practical - Safe, free newspaper, and desk
Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Non-Smoking, Television, Premium bedding, Turndown service, Iron/ironing board (on request), Satellite TV service, Electric kettle, Soundproofed rooms, Window screens, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Blackout drapes/curtains, Electrical adapters/chargers, Daily housekeeping, Bidet, Phone, Desk, Towels provided, Restaurant dining guide, Bedsheets provided, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Mini-fridge, LED TV, Slippers, Shower/tub combination, Private bathroom, In-room massage available, Bathrobes, Wheelchair accessible, Free toiletries, Hair dryer, In-room safe, Deep soaking bathtub, Room service (24 hours), Free newspaper, Free bottled water, Cribs/infant beds (surcharge).
Romantic Room, Ensuite:
1 King Bed
215 sq feet
Relax - In-room massage available
Entertainment - LED television with satellite channels
Food & Drink - Mini-fridge, electric kettle, 24-hour room service, and free bottled water
Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub
Practical - Safe, free newspaper, and desk
Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Non-Smoking, Television, Premium bedding, Turndown service, Iron/ironing board (on request), Satellite TV service, Electric kettle, Soundproofed rooms, Window screens, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Blackout drapes/curtains, Electrical adapters/chargers, Daily housekeeping, Bidet, Phone, Desk, Towels provided, Restaurant dining guide, Bedsheets provided, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Mini-fridge, LED TV, Slippers, Shower/tub combination, Private bathroom, In-room massage available, Bathrobes, Wheelchair accessible, Free toiletries, Hair dryer, In-room safe, Deep soaking bathtub, Room service (24 hours), Free newspaper, Free bottled water, Cribs/infant beds (surcharge).
Double Room (Privilege):
1 King Bed or 2 Twin Beds
215-sq-foot room with city views
Relax - In-room massage available
Internet - Free wired Internet access
Entertainment - LED television with satellite channels
Food & Drink - Mini-fridge, electric kettle, 24-hour room service, and free bottled water
Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub
Practical - Safe, free newspaper, and desk
Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Non-Smoking, Television, Premium bedding, Turndown service, Iron/ironing board (on request), Satellite TV service, Electric kettle, Soundproofed rooms, Window screens, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Blackout drapes/curtains, Electrical adapters/chargers, Free wired internet, Daily housekeeping, Bidet, Phone, Desk, Towels provided, Restaurant dining guide, Bedsheets provided, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Mini-fridge, LED TV, Slippers, Shower/tub combination, Private bathroom, In-room massage available, Bathrobes, Wheelchair accessible, Free toiletries, Hair dryer, In-room safe, Deep soaking bathtub, Room service (24 hours), Free newspaper, Free bottled water, Cribs/infant beds (surcharge).
Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom:
1 King Bed
592-sq-foot soundproofed room, balcony with city views
Layout - Bedroom and living room
Relax - In-room massage available
Internet - Free wired Internet access
Entertainment - LED television with satellite channels
Food & Drink - Mini-fridge, microwave, electric kettle, and 24-hour room service
Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub
Practical - Safe, free newspaper, and desk
Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Non-Smoking, Television, Premium bedding, Turndown service, Iron/ironing board (on request), Satellite TV service, Electric kettle, Soundproofed rooms, Window screens, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Blackout drapes/curtains, Electrical adapters/chargers, Free wired internet, Daily housekeeping, Bidet, Phone, Desk, Balcony, Towels provided, Restaurant dining guide, Bedsheets provided, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Mini-fridge, LED TV, Slippers, Shower/tub combination, Private bathroom, In-room massage available, Bathrobes, Wheelchair accessible, Free toiletries, Hair dryer, In-room safe, Deep soaking bathtub, Room service (24 hours), Cookware, dishware, and utensils, Microwave, Free newspaper, Free bottled water, Cribs/infant beds (surcharge), Separate bedroom.
Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms:
2 King Beds
861-sq-foot room with pool views
Layout - 2 bedrooms and living room
Relax - In-room massage available
Internet - Free wired Internet access
Entertainment - LED television with satellite channels
Food & Drink - Kitchen with stovetop, oven, microwave, and cookware/dishware
Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets
Bathroom - 2 bathrooms, deep soaking bathtub
Practical - Safe, double sofa bed, and free newspaper
Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Non-Smoking, Television, Premium bedding, Turndown service, Iron/ironing board (on request), Satellite TV service, Electric kettle, Soundproofed rooms, Window screens, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Blackout drapes/curtains, Electrical adapters/chargers, Free wired internet, Daily housekeeping, Bidet, Phone, Desk, Towels provided, Restaurant dining guide, Bedsheets provided, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Mini-fridge, LED TV, Slippers, Shower/tub combination, Stovetop, Private bathroom, In-room massage available, Bathrobes, Wheelchair accessible, Free toiletries, Hair dryer, In-room safe, Sofa bed, Deep soaking bathtub, Room service (24 hours), Cookware, dishware, and utensils, Kitchen, Microwave, Free newspaper, Free bottled water, Cribs/infant beds (surcharge), Oven.
Superior Double Room, Balcony, Courtyard View:
1 King Bed
269-sq-foot soundproofed room, balcony with courtyard views
Relax - In-room massage available
Entertainment - LED television with satellite channels
Food & Drink - Mini-fridge, electric kettle, 24-hour room service, and free bottled water
Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub
Practical - Safe, free newspaper, and desk
Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Non-Smoking, Television, Premium bedding, Turndown service, Iron/ironing board (on request), Satellite TV service, Electric kettle, Soundproofed rooms, Window screens, In-room climate control (air conditioning), Blackout drapes/curtains, Electrical adapters/chargers, Daily housekeeping, Bidet, Phone, Desk, Balcony, Towels provided, Restaurant dining guide, Bedsheets provided, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Mini-fridge, LED TV, Slippers, Shower/tub combination, Private bathroom, In-room massage available, Bathrobes, Wheelchair accessible, Free toiletries, Hair dryer, In-room safe, Deep soaking bathtub, Room service (24 hours), Free newspaper, Free bottled water, Cribs/infant beds (surcharge).
Internet
Internet Access
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible rooms
Air conditioning
Climate control
General
Balcony
Blackout drapes or curtains
Crib or cot on Request - Fee May Apply
Daily housekeeping service
Direct Phone
Fully Equipped Kitchen
Interconnected room(s) available
Ironing Facilities
Kettle
Linen
Microwave
Mini Fridge
Non Smoking Rooms
Premium bedding
Room service
Safe
Soundproof Rooms
Towels
Entertainment
Flat screen LCD
Satellite or Cable TV
TV
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Bathtub or Shower
Bidet
Complimentary toiletries
Hair Dryer
Private Bathroom
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