Sofitel Abidjan Hotel Ivoire sits on the edge of the Ébrié Lagoon, in the Cocody district of Abidjan. Its 426 rooms and suites look out over the lagoon or over Cocody. The grounds include an outdoor pool with a bar, a spa, a gym and a 3D cinema. The hotel has long been a meeting place for Abidjan's business and political figures, and its terrace restaurant, La Terrasse, serves dinner with a view.
Setting in Cocody
The hotel stands on Boulevard Hassan II, at the edge of the Ébrié Lagoon, in the Cocody district of Abidjan. Cocody is the chic part of the city, and the hotel's rooms face either the water or the district's streets and houses.
Abidjan is sometimes called the Paris of West Africa. The city grew during the long, stable rule of Félix Houphouët-Boigny.
From 1963 to today
Israeli architect Moshe Mayer built the hotel in 1963. For many Abidjani of the middle class, it is a place they remember fondly from their youth.
A new wing was opened on a Friday in May, with the Prime Minister and several government ministers attending the ceremony.
Rooms and facilities
The hotel has 426 rooms and suites, which are spacious and stylish. Each room has a television, air conditioning and a balcony.
Beyond the rooms, the spa, gym, 3D cinema, outdoor pool, restaurants and bars give guests a full range of options without leaving the grounds. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout.
Dining and the pool
The hotel has four restaurants and five bars. The brunch is the most talked-about meal, with a wide selection of fresh tropical fruit, handcrafted French desserts, a curated cheese range, fresh fish and seafood, and high-quality meats. Cooks prepare the grilled dishes at live stations, and you eat under palm trees facing the pool.
For dinner, La Terrasse offers a refined meal with a view. Afterwards, the city's nightlife is a short trip away.
Meetings and events
The hotel has 16 modern conference rooms, each fully equipped, and a convention center that seats 1,650 people. The hotel supports private and professional events of all sizes.
FAQ
Where is Sofitel Abidjan Hotel Ivoire?
The hotel is on Boulevard Hassan II, on the edge of the Ébrié Lagoon in the Cocody district of Abidjan.
How many rooms does the hotel have?
The hotel has 426 rooms and suites, with views of the lagoon or of Cocody.
Does the hotel have a pool, a spa and a gym?
Yes. The hotel has an outdoor pool, a spa and a gym, along with a 3D cinema.
Is breakfast expensive?
The breakfast buffet is praised for its variety and quality, but some find it expensive.
