Yaoundé Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Yaoundé, Central

A trip to the historical places in Yaoundé is likely number one on your sightseeing list. You can also explore all there is to see and do such as the zoo and museums.

Based on our travel expertise, Hotel Mont Fébé is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features 2 restaurants and free WiFi. A couple of other options near historic sites include Hotel Azur and Congress Hotel.

In Yaoundé, you’ll find 395 lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Favourite places to visit include Mvog-Betsi Zoo, Stade Omnisports and Musée d’Art Camerounais. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Benedictine Museum of Mont-Febe and Art Museum.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can sleep in a building that has an official historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be considered a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved within the guestrooms or public spaces of these historic hotels in Yaoundé, giving a sense of history.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The building and architecture of historic hotels are generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it’s cultural value and how it inspired the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, though efforts have been made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the usual amenities found in a hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Yaoundé, don’t worry that you’ll be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.