Sofitel Cotonou Marina Hotel & Spa

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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.4

Exceptional

Coastal sanctuary with poolside views

A magnificent sea view greets guests at the outdoor pool area. Inside, three restaurants offer carefully prepared cuisine served by attentive, professional staff comparable to European standards. The quiet, safe location provides easy access to both the airport and local attractions.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table, and a view of the beach.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sea view
  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a dining table, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

Luxury Club Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two purple armchairs, a round table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a wardrobe with a mirror.

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a table, and a balcony with a view of the beach.

Luxury Room, 2 Single Beds

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a dining table, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Duplex Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a TV on a cabinet, a green armchair, and a view of the outdoors.

Marina Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a red side table, a chair, a small table with cups, and a view through a glass door.

Opera Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea view

  • Sea view
  • 915 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Haie Vive, a neighborhood in Cotonou, Sofitel Cotonou Marina Hotel & Spa is near the airport. Da Silva Museum and Royal Palace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Centre Culturelle Chinois and Centre Culturel Africain. Visit our Cotonou travel guide
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Boulevard de la Marina, Cotonou, Littoral

What's nearby

  • Obama Beach
    8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Fidjrosse Beach
    3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Artisanal Center
    4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Cotonou Cathedral
    5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Grand Marché de Dantokpa
    7 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Cotonou (COO-Cadjehoun)
    6 min drive

Restaurants

  • Festival des Glaces
    14 min walk
  • Rousski Dom
    14 min walk
  • Le Cordon Bleu
    15 min walk
  • Le Petit Four
    16 min walk
  • Ci Gusta! Aeroport
    15 min walk

About this property

Sofitel Cotonou Marina Hotel & Spa

  • Luxury hotel located in Haie Vive
  • Consider a stay at Sofitel Cotonou Marina Hotel & Spa and take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Treat yourself to a facial, a sports massage, or a manicure/pedicure at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • An outdoor pool
    • Free self parking
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), concierge services, and massage treatment rooms
    • A 24-hour front desk, an elevator, and ATM/banking services
  • Room features
  • All 198 rooms include comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Free toiletries and hair dryers
    • 50-inch LED TVs with satellite channels
    • Balconies or patios, free infant beds, and electric kettles

Awards and affiliations

  • Sustainability Certifications
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education). For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Sofitel Cotonou Marina Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Sofitel Cotonou Marina Hotel & Spa?

As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sofitel Cotonou Marina Hotel & Spa on Nov 7, 2026 start from CA $380, 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.

Is Sofitel Cotonou Marina Hotel & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sofitel Cotonou Marina Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Sofitel Cotonou Marina Hotel & Spa?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Sofitel Cotonou Marina Hotel & Spa located?

Located in Haie Vive, this luxury hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Obama Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Fidjrosse Beach and Centre Culturelle Chinois. Artisanal Center and Place de l'Étoile Rouge are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select 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

Sofitel Cotonou Marina Hotel & Spa Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 90 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sofitel Resort is a very beautiful place to visit for vacation. Their staff are very polite and helpful. Also, the food and drinks are very good. My family and I had an amazing vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is without doubt the best hotel in Cotonou. It’s well located, quiet, has everything you need and excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious rooms with comfortable beds. Hotel is beautiful and well kept.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Stunning property, helpful staff, great food and we absolutely enjoyed our stay. We will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel with very accommodating staff that were always willing to help
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The hotel was cleaned. The spa was not bad. However the customer service was poor for such hotel. The breakfast did not have enough healthy options, with reheated food from the previous day. The brunch price was expensive and poor service.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and the room were beautiful. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel is beautiful. My friends and I had a great time. The night club is also very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good stay. Staff was l’influence and Nice, accommodation very good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had such a wonderful experience that I ended up extending my stay. The breakfast was excellent, the gym was well equipped, and the overall service was outstanding. A truly luxurious hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was nothing short of amazing! The hotel exudes luxury, the staff went above and beyond, and every moment felt special. We can’t wait to come back. One of the staff members, Mirelle speaks English and she helped connect us to everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very polite, respectful and always ready to serve, truly inspiring. I interacted with many staff members like Amin, Isidore, Ornélya, Fassinou, Koku, Uta, Ascension, Tchakounte, Pérou Njoya, everyone was ready to serve, and exceed expectations. A truly amazing team.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful hotel in west Africa.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was lovely from the staff to the food and beverage. We really enjoyed ourselves and were looking forward to coming back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice well organised and professional hotel, will definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
excellent service
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not only that the staff of the hotel delivers excellent service, the place is simply magnificent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super experience
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an amazing experience
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Highly recommend !
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel exceeded our expectations. Would definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome station!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025