Pullman Dakar Teranga

The Pullman Teranga has long been the corporate and diplomatic hub of Dakar — Barack Obama stayed here on his 2013 visit. Its position on Place de l'Indépendance puts the Presidential Palace, the IFAN museum and the Gorée ferry terminal all within walking distance, which is rare for a hotel of this size and standard. As a 250-room five-star it covers every base: a rooftop pool with city and sea views, three restaurants, a spa, a gym and a full business centre, with WiFi and a bar throughout. The mix suits business travellers and conference delegates as much as weekend city-breakers who want to be in the thick of the Plateau. Step out of the door and you're among downtown Dakar's museums, markets and seafront Corniche. For a central, full-service five-star with everything on tap, it's the Plateau's anchor address.