Cotonou is a quaint coastal city in the African country of Benin, situated snugly between Lake Nokoue and the Gulf of Guinea. Fidjrossè Beach is one of the local beaches and the Port of Cotonou is one of the biggest harbors in that area of Africa - this makes it a significant center for trade. Since it was a French territory, a lot of French is spoken here and there’s a lot of French influence.
The town is known for its beaches and markets, which sell all kinds of interesting wares and foods. To find a place to stay in this beachside town, check out these 10 Airbnb rentals, in Cotonou.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 05, 2024.
1. Fully furnished apartment near the beach (from USD 50)
Stay comfortably in this well-equipped apartment that offers all the conveniences. The beach, airport, supermarkets, and pharmacies are all nearby. You’ll also find an indoor parking lot here if you’re driving.
The accommodation has a modern kitchen where you can prepare tasty recipes. It also provides a full laundry facility that comes in handy if you plan to stay long-term. For your amusement, there is WiFi and a 55-inch HDTV on which you can watch Amazon Prime Videos and Netflix programs. Apart from this, there is a balcony where you can unwind.
Top guest reviews
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well equipped kitchen for cooking soft comfortable beds excellent wifi and even netflixCleanliness:
it was clean and the internet workedHost:
beautiful apartment and great hostsa responsive host and the local people were very helpful with directions to local grocery storesthe hosts riviane and rustand were very welcoming and spoke english which was very much appreciatednice place and very good and available hostthe host riviane goes above expectations to make the stay wonderfulRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is convenient and also calm
2. Bright and airy apartment with free parking (from USD 22)
Situated on a peaceful street close to downtown, this homey accommodation offers a tranquil and pleasant stay. You will find supermarkets, bakeries, and restaurants all close by.
The place is centrally heated with window AC for your comfort. You can prepare gastronomic delights in the fully functional kitchen. WiFi and an allocated workspace will be super useful for remote workers. After exploring the city, you can relax by watching your favorite shows on the 32-inch HDTV. And you don’t have to leave your fur babies at home as this property welcomes pets.
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- the 2 airconditioners and fans worked greatthe kitchen window has a beautiful view of the clouds and was my favourite place in the house- the wi-fi battery lasts a long time and this was helpful for long trips outsidei miss your comfortable sofaCleanliness:
really clean and quietyour apartment is so beautiful and cleani was amazed to see how sparkling clean everywhere isa very very clean and nice apartment in segbeya area not far from sacre coeurher place was cozy clean well furnished and had everything anyone needs for a comfortable stayRead more reviewsHost:
hadi the apartment manager was also helpful with directionsgreat spot and very helpful staffit is also run by a host that was ready to help youthe host and her caretaker are very nice and responsivethe host communicates very well and is always ready to help and to give good tips
3. Sweet apartment in the city center (from USD 27)
Ideally situated downtown with the airport, markets, beaches, and movie theater all accessible within 10 minutes, this simple apartment provides a cozy stay. You can park your car for free on the premises.
Have a homelike experience and prepare culinary delights in the fully equipped kitchen. Stay connected to free WiFi and stream movies or make video calls with your loved ones. You can also watch TV to keep yourself entertained. If you plan on staying for a while having a washer and iron will be super beneficial.
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
the place is even better than in the pictures the kitchen had very clean glasses & platesHost:
the caretaker is a very friendly and helpful manRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location near the airport and near haie vivethe location is easy to find and areas is safe and quiet
4. Spacious apartment near the airport (from USD 38)
Have a pleasant retreat in this centrally located apartment with both the airport and the beach conveniently close. It provides free onsite parking in addition to other facilities.
The accommodation contains a well-appointed kitchen for you to prepare your favorite recipes. Apart from that, you will get essential toiletries and a laundry facility. You can stay cool and comfortable in the space thanks to air conditioning and portable fans. There is also WiFi to keep you online and a television to keep you entertained.
Top guest reviews
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the apartment was even better than expected with modern amenities and stylish touchesCleanliness:
sparking clean & beautiful aestheticsthe flat is beautiful clean and biggreat location for me and my work clean and easy communicationHost:
this host is also amazingthe host was very helpful and friendlyamaaffra is the best host everafolabi was a very friendly host he made sure we were comfortable all through our staynice apartment and amaffra is a very nice ownerRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is great for early travelthis place is a great location and modern spacegood restaurants supermarkets and attractions are a short moto-taxi ride away if not within walking distancegreat location beautiful apartment and best hospitality everexpect the best nice location supportive guest
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5. Homey accommodation with a backyard (from USD 33)
With a homelike ambiance and location near the center of town and the ocean, this house is sure to make your stay memorable. Friendship Stadium, one of the most popular places for nightlife, is also close by.
You can prepare delicious homemade meals in the well-appointed kitchen and burn those extra calories by working out in the private gym available in the building. You can keep yourself entertained by watching TV. If work brings you here, there is WiFi and a dedicated workspace you can take advantage of.
Top guest reviews
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wifi works very wellwifi was very strongvery large apt with great a/c and wifithe facility is extremely securenice hot water available for hot shower (hotter than in some hotels in benin)Cleanliness:
marco's place is clean quiet and spaciousthe host is very responsive the house is clean and the neighborhood authenticRead more reviewsHost:
host's family next door very helpful for one time request and to collect keys at check outnice host good house we enjoyed being therewould be good to follow airbnb standards and recommendations on hosting and personal items
6. Single-story villa near the beach (from USD 27)
Enjoy a peaceful stay away from the hustle and bustle of the city in this spacious villa located in a tranquil residential area. The beach is just a 3-minute walk from the house. A caretaker is on duty around-the-clock to fulfill all of your needs.
If you are in the mood to cook yourself during your holiday, you can get domestic help to prepare healthy homemade meals. After a long day, you can relax by watching TV or streaming movies with free WiFi access.
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
we loved the house it’s clean secure and quietHost:
wonderful host and great communication with staffRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfect really 3 minutes walk from the beach secure and clean
7. The Guesthouse (from USD 18)
This huge house has nine bedrooms, five bathrooms, and a large open patio available to guests. It’s a historic space, built in 1949, but is renovated and decorated with local pieces. There is also access to internet, laundry, and parking. The neighborhood is near Red Star Square, a square with a tall statue/monument, and a museum called Zinsou Foundation, which displays artifacts and unique pieces of art - everything from paintings to records.
Top guest reviews
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(on that note great wifi ) overall a great place at a great pricevery serene and comfortable environmentthere’s a nice breakfast (coffee/tea/bread with butter and jam) and dinners available by requestwarm welcome incredible understanding and always going the extra mile to provide a comfortable stayCleanliness:
the rooms are clean and nicely decoratedcomfy bed and plenty of spacious clean bathroomsit is clean relaxed and well-insulated from the bustle of cotonouthe rooms are cozy and the shared bathrooms are cleaned oftenHost:
friendly host and helpful staffsthe staff are very helpful and the airport pickup and drop off worked finegood food lovely staff and nice communal areasthe people in the guesthouse (workers as tourists) are very friendly and gentleyou will find a nice yard to relax helpful staff great cold beer other friendly guestsRead more reviewsLocation:
also the hotel is located in a central but safe areavery cozy and well locatedthe food was fantastic and the location was centralthe location is great near teh airport but also other places like the zinsou foundationcedric and nathalie's place is well located with easy access to everything
8. A room in a dance studio (from USD 29)
There are three different rooms available for rent here, each with a double bed. There are two shared bathrooms (one of which is a half bath), and there’s access to a kitchen, internet, and the facility itself - you can even take a dance class while you’re here. The neighborhood is near the airport and only a few minutes away from the beach, where you can relax and have fun. A local restaurant, Dream Beach, is a great beachside place to eat.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the bed had a mosquito net which is nicea simple room a lovely dance center the team was super helpfulCleanliness:
bathrooms and kitchen were cleani had no issue at all with her apartment is clean and the people are niceHost:
gloria is an amazing hostfriendly hosts who went out of their way to help and make us feel welcomevery helpful and kindfluent and easy communication with the hostbest part is the trust the host has for their guests and always with smilesRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is a short walk away from some great restaurantsplace was great really central and walking distance from most placesexcellent location easy to find the place and close to many good restaurantsfriendly environment and very central locationgood location very good host
9. Affordable and artsy (from USD 15)
This private room rental has a double bed, a desk space, and a scenic balcony, and there’s access to two bathrooms and a half-bath. There is also access to the kitchen and internet. If you’re looking to go out on the town at night, some of the more well-known nightlife spots include Code Bar, Buvette, and Le Livingstone. For the morning, some nearby cafés include Cup Café and La Citronelle.
10. A room and rooftop access (from USD 20)
This apartment rental has two bedrooms, a bathroom, a kitchen and living room, parking, and a rooftop balcony. It’s located right downtown, so you’ll have some great city views. And, you’ll be close to popular local restaurants, like L'Atelier, Chez Clarisse, and Maman Aimé. If you’d like to go a little bit out of town, you can visit the nearby town of Porto Novo (Benin’s capital city), about an hour away, and visit places like the JPN Botanical Garden, Jean Bayol Square, and the Da Silva Museum.
11. A place with a spectacular ocean view
If you’re looking for beachside living, here’s an option for you. This private room rental comes with a double bed, a private bathroom, and access to the living room, kitchen, and balcony. There’s internet and parking and, obviously, the beach is within walking distance. For an interesting attraction, Bab’s Dock is about 45 minutes outside of town. It’s a coastal restaurant that offers boat tours through the mangrove forest and places to relax by the beach.
Cotonou, Littoral Department, Benin
4.95 km (3.1 mi) from Place du Souvenir, ex Place des MartyrsAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
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it is really clean and the wifi is working greatCleanliness:
our room was clean with ensuite bathroomRead more reviewsHost:
alain was a great hostalain is a great hostit was peaceful our host was warm and helpful especially when we needed to move around townvery nice host clean room so closed to the beach the room has exceed my expectations
12. An apartment for two
Perfect for one to two people, this apartment rental has one bedroom, a bathroom, a cozy living space, a kitchen, internet, and parking. The neighborhood is right downtown, between the soccer stadium and Red Star Square. If you’re looking to do some shopping, a lot of the more popular shops are down by the lagoon and the Port of Cotonou. Some of these include an Apple store, Four Seasons Apparel, the Batimat shopping mall, Boutique Woodin, and more.
2.74 km (1.7 mi) from Place du Souvenir, ex Place des Martyrs
13. The room by the garden
This private room rental comes with a double bed, a private bathroom, and access to the kitchen, large living room, and the outdoor veranda and garden. Nearby is the Cotonou Lighthouse, a historical landmark, and to keep with the garden theme, the neighborhood is also near the Place Bernardin Gantin, a local garden park.
Cotonou, Littoral Department, Benin
1.88 km (1.2 mi) from Place du Souvenir, ex Place des Martyrs
14. A room with a view
This apartment rental has one bedroom, a bathroom, a kitchen, a living room, parking, and a balcony that overlooks the city. The neighborhood isn’t far from the Stade de l'Amitie soccer stadium and, in the other direction is the beach. The Fisherman’s Hut is another local beachside restaurant to check out. Also on the beach is Eric Creation, a local modern art museum.
6.26 km (3.9 mi) from Place du Souvenir, ex Place des Martyrs
15. A private villa
This villa home rental has two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen, a living space/lounge area, parking and a patio. Guests have described this accommodation as a warm and welcoming place. On the other side of the Lagoon of Cotonou, you can visit sites like Lenin Square and the Monument of Martyrs (1977). You can also take in the scenic views from Old Bridge over the lagoon.
2.35 km (1.5 mi) from Place du Souvenir, ex Place des Martyrs
16. A comfortable home for up to four
This cozy villa rental has two bedrooms, a bathroom and a half-bath, a kitchen, dining and living spaces, and a terrace and garden area. Internet and a parking garage are also available. It’s in an ideal location, about 15 minutes in any direction from the airport, the center of town, and the beach. If you get over to the Port of Cotonou, you can check out markets, like the Grand Marché de Dantokpa or the Centre de Promotion de l'Artisanat (Artisanal Center), where you can find woodcarvings, paintings, leather wares, and more.
Cotonou, Littoral, Benin
318 meters (0.2 ft) from Place du Souvenir, ex Place des MartyrsAccommodates: 4
The quaint African coast
What’s not to love about a coastal town with large beaches? And, in addition to this, there are also some historic sites, shopping areas and popular markets, a few museums, and a few places to check out some nature. Whether you want to stay in an apartment by the beach or a quiet villa near town, you can find what you’re looking for on Airbnb. If you want to plan a trip to Cotonou, these 10 Airbnb rentals should help get you started!
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