Verified
4/10 Poor
herve
6 Jan 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Douala Design Hotel
3.5 star property
Douala Design Hotel brings together urban charm with contemporary comfort in Akwa II, where travelers can unwind with stylish drinks and thoughtfully prepared meals
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Located in central Akwa II, Douala Design Hotel offers a sophisticated retreat with amenities like dry cleaning and free in-room WiFi. Guests can relax with a drink at the bar or enjoy local cuisine at the on-site restaurant.
Reviews
7.87.8 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
- Air-conditioning
- Breakfast available
- Business services
The current price is RM348
RM348
RM436 total
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
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About this property
Douala Design Hotel
- Hotel located in Akwa II
- You can look forward to dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and a restaurant at Douala Design Hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
- Other perks at this hotel include:
- Free self-parking
- Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and smoke-free property
- A TV in reception, a reception hall and 2 meeting rooms
- Room features
- All 55 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes.
- Other conveniences in all rooms include:
- Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
- 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
- Separate sitting areas, daily housekeeping and desks
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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 (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 at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
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: XAF 3000.00 per accommodation, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
- Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately XAF 10000 for adults and from XAF 5000 for children
- Airport shuttle fee: XAF 5000 per room (return)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Frequently asked questions
Is Douala Design Hotel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Douala Design Hotel?
As of 21 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Douala Design Hotel on 22 May 2026 start from RM348, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Douala Design Hotel?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Douala Design Hotel?
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at Douala Design Hotel?
Checkout is at noon.
Does Douala Design Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of XAF 5000 per room applies.
Where is Douala Design Hotel located?
Located in Akwa II, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, Espace Doual'art and Douala Maritime Museum. Eko Market and Port of Douala are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected 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
Reviews
7.8
Good
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8.0
Cleanliness
7.6
Location
7.8
Staff & service
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 21 reviews
10 - Excellent
4
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 21 reviews
8 - Good
14
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
6 - Okay
0
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 21 reviews
4 - Poor
2
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 21 reviews
2 - Terrible
1
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
herve
3 Jan 2022
Great
herve
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
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8/10 Good
Verified traveller
2 Jun 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Every traveler deserves better coffee.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
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8/10 Good
Verified traveller
12 Jan 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and spacious
Very helpful staff
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
Verified
8/10 Good
Sema
12 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified
2/10 Terrible
James
21 Apr 2019
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Don't stay there
Thieves who try to cheat their customers
James
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Kandarp
13 Apr 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
LAURENT
28 Oct 2018
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
pas mal
Hôtel propre car récent
Personnel sympa
Petit déjeuné a partir de H mais cela e sert a rien d y aller avant 7h15 , le temps de la mise en place
LAURENT
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
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10/10 Excellent
Jahn Birger
18 Feb 2023
Jahn Birger
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
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8/10 Good
Nouadje Nina Michele
16 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Nouadje Nina Michele
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
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8/10 Good
Verified traveller
4 Feb 2022
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
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8/10 Good
Katrina
28 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Katrina
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Jahn Birger
11 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Jahn Birger
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
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8/10 Good
Tatiana
30 Dec 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tatiana
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
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8/10 Good
Jahn Birger
6 Nov 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Jahn Birger
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
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8/10 Good
Jahn Birger
19 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Jahn Birger
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
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10/10 Excellent
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12 Apr 2021
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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
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8/10 Good
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20 Sept 2020
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
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8/10 Good
Nathalie
2 Nov 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nathalie
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Verified
4/10 Poor
kevin
14 Jul 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Need improvement
kevin
Stayed 8 nights in May 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Jahn Birger
7 Jan 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Jahn Birger
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019