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Cheap Hotels in Dakar

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1. Hotel Mimosa - Hostel

Hotel Mimosa - Hostel
Toubab Dialao
$64
$75 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Hotel Mimosa - Hostel
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Top neighborhoods in Dakar

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Les Almadies

Dakar's Les Almadies neighborhood is home to attractions such as Pointe des Almadies Beach and Des Almadies Golf Club.

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Dakar-Plateau

Dakar's Dakar-Plateau neighborhood has a host of places to visit such as Place de l'Indépendance and Sandaga Market.

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Ngor

The Ngor neighborhood has lots to see including Pointe des Almadies Beach and Ngor Beach.

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Yof

The Yof neighborhood has lots to offer, and visitors mention the friendly people when talking about this area of Dakar.

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Ile de Goree Beach

9.0/10 (198 reviews)
When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to Ile de Goree Beach in the heart of Goree Island. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Mamelles Beach and Ngor Beach.
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Sandaga Market

8.2/10 (135 reviews)
If you like strolling among the stalls, you might want to head out to Sandaga Market in Dakar-Plateau and take in the atmosphere. Splash some more cash at Marche Tilene.
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Dakar Grand Mosque

8.8/10 (73 reviews)
Dakar-Plateau is home to Dakar Grand Mosque, so why not stop by during your stay in Dakar.
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Pointe des Almadies Beach

9.6/10 (5 reviews)
If being by the water is a major draw, Pointe des Almadies Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from central Dakar. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Ngor Beach and Mamelles Beach.
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Place de l'Indépendance

8.0/10 (87 reviews)
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Place de l'Indépendance— just one of the monuments in Dakar-Plateau.
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Stade Leopold Senghor

8.2/10 (56 reviews)
Imagine soaking up the atmosphere at Stade Leopold Senghor, a stadium in Patte d'Oie. If you think Stade Leopold Senghor is cool, you also might like Iba Mar Diop Stadium, located nearby.
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Nagor Island

Ngor is home to Nagor Island, so why not stop by during your stay in Dakar.
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Ngor Beach

10.0/10 (1 review)
When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to Ngor Beach, located 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from central Dakar. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Pointe des Almadies Beach and Mamelles Beach.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the best cheap things to do in Dakar?
Sightseeing doesn't mean you have to blow the budget. For some things to do in Dakar, enjoy the outdoors at Nagor Island or Pointe des Almadies Beach. Don't forget to include a visit to Ile de Goree Beach.