Hotel Akwa Palace, situated in Douala, stands out for its prime location and exemplary service. According to guests, the experience it offers is a blend of comfort and convenience, making it a preferred choice for many travelers visiting the city.
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Safety index
39 out of 100
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Hotel Akwa Palace
7.8
(104 ratings)
Douala I, Cameroon -
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Nearby Eko Market
560 m Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul
1.26 km Espace Doual'art
Hotel Overview
Hotel highlights
- Prime Location: Its central location in Douala ensures easy access to various business and tourist destinations.
- Exceptional Service: Guests have consistently praised the friendly and attentive staff.
- Comfortable Rooms: The accommodations are highlighted for their comfort and cleanliness.
- Dining Experience: The hotel's restaurants receive positive remarks for their delicious cuisine.
- Facilities: The presence of amenities such as a swimming pool and fitness center enhances the stay.
Area for improvement
- Noise Issues: Some guests reported disturbances from nearby nightlife and traffic.
- Wi-Fi Connectivity: Problems with the Wi-Fi connection have been noted, affecting guest convenience.
- Pricey: A few guests consider the pricing to be quite high compared to other local options.
- Maintenance: There have been comments about the need for updates and maintenance in certain areas of the hotel.
- Reservation Problems: Instances of reservations not being honored or mishandled upon arrival.
Amenities
Tennis court
Babysitting
Pool
Breakfast available
Spa
Free WiFi
Parking included
Free airport shuttle
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7.8RateScore
Total 104 Reviews
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Blended Web Rating
7.8
expedia
104 Reviews
7.8 / 10
Hotel Quality
The quality chart is based on how hotel ratings changed over time.
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General Info
Total number of rooms 184
Number of floors 12
Number of buildings/towers 2
WiFi Quality
Download, Mbps
Upload, Mbps
Ping, ms
Idle
32Download
6Upload
4Wifi Speed Is Good For
web browsing
HD online movies
group video calls
online streaming
4K online movies
online gaming
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Daytime safety
40 out of 100
Unsafe
Nighttime safety
21 out of 100
Unsafe
Douala I safety index
69
Overall Crime index
High
An average rating of the crime categories
69 out of 100
Property crime severity
High
70
Mugging or robbery 73/100
Car theft 60/100
Car break-ins 71/100
Home break-ins 65/100
Violent crime severity
High
69
Physical attacks 71/100
Racism or religion motivated attacks 47/100
Other crime severity
High
76
Insult or harassment in public 64/100
Corruption or bribery 89/100
Drug problem 69/100
Prices Around Property
Average Daily Costs Per Person
Bottle of water 1.5L
$0.4 - $0.8
Coffee
$0.8 - $1.5
Beer 0.5L
$1 - $1.5
Meal, inexpensive restaurant
$3.8 - $7.6
Public transport, one-way ticket
$0.5 - $0.8
Taxi 1km (normal tariff)
$0.8 - $0.8
Meal for 2 people, mid-range restaurant, three-course
$53.4 - $114.3
Bottle of mid-range wine
$5.3 - $11.4
McMeal at McDonalds
$4.6 - $4.6
Coke/Pepsi 0.33L
$0.8 - $1.5
Public transport, monthly pass
$15.2 - $15.2
Gasoline (1 liter)
$1 - $1.1
Mobile phone monthly plan
$22.9 - $45.7
Fitness club, monthly fee
$15.2 - $38.1
Weather In Douala I
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Precipitation In Douala I
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Traffic around property
Moderate
Traffic is moving at a steady pace, smooth driving without significant delays.
House Rules
Check in after 14:00
Check out until 12:00
Children welcome
No pets