The best accommodations Fouta-Toro

The establishment is modest but correct with five large, colourful bedrooms, each with its own small sitting area, bathroom and toilet. The site is pleasant facing the river, perfect to recharge your batteries. In addition, the reception of Ousmane and his team is very friendly. They will be able to advise you on the places to see and even organize excursions, if you wish. However, the restaurant leaves little choice between steak or chicken and a Senegalese dish. A little expensive all the same for the old-fashioned!

This old building, formerly the residence of the wealthy merchant Guillaume Foy, has been restored by a group of friends, concerned about preserving the heritage, in the original style: in bricks and terracotta tiles. In this charming place with its flamboyant ochres, woods and earth, each historic room is personalized, but all have a view of the river while the new rooms, just as charming, have their own terrace. Special mention goes to the Banon room, which is beautifully furnished, the library of nearly 1,300 books, the exhibition on the history of Podor and the tribute to Oumar Ly, as well as the house's original jams (tomatoes, aubergines, etc.). The indoor garden, dotted with century-old trees that provide shade and freshness - essential when the thermometer is still at 35°C at 7pm - is a pleasant place to eat. It is possible to dine there, even if you do not stay at the hostel, but in this case it is imperative to book. Also remember to book for lunch, even if you stay at the hostel.

The Cour du Fleuve, formerly Maison Singer, is the result of a collective effort to protect and promote the wharf's architectural heritage. This charming hotel offers the traveller a stopover with remarkable comfort, previously absent from the region's tourist tours. The establishment has six beautiful air-conditioned rooms, well equipped and decorated, with an authentic charm, surrounding a pleasant garden. A carefully arranged suite overlooks the quays with an incredible view of the river and Mauritania. Everything is designed to recharge your batteries and decide to extend your stay in Podor. Warm welcome, delicious food and calm guaranteed. Bar with concerts, billiards, canoe and bike rental.

On the banks of the river, on the old landing quays, this splendid hotel is installed in the fort of Dagana, built in 1820. It has 15 comfortable rooms, including 4 suites, all air-conditioned and equipped with TV with Canal+. A restaurant offers a wide choice of local and European dishes and a large swimming pool overlooks Mauritania. The place is really peaceful and worth the detour to discover the deep Senegal. Possibility to take cooking, dyeing and local handicraft courses for those who wish to stay longer.

A charming structure located in a flowery setting where the rooms with their shimmering colours are air-conditioned, with private toilets. At the edge of the river, a beautiful fully equipped suite offers a pleasant moment of relaxation and well-being in a Moroccan decoration. The restaurant and the swimming pool will delight those who wish to have a comfortable stopover with the possibility of sipping a drink on the pontoon, letting the eye wander from the sugar cane fields to Mauritania on the horizon. There is also a billiard table and a petanque court for amateurs.

Nestled in the greenery, this family-style hostel has eleven rooms with shower, WC, air conditioning, mosquito net and hot water. The cleanliness is irreproachable and the meals are copious. Possibility of carriage rides to Ndioum, or excursions in the surrounding villages. If you arrive before 7pm, you can also watch a superb sunset over the Doué river and its orange cliffs, just near the hostel. Swimming pool and massage room.

A great place to share family life while enjoying a degree of independence. A spacious, air-conditioned bedroom with en-suite bathroom is available for guests. You can also use the refrigerator in the corridor just off the room. Cleanliness here is impeccable. It's also a great place to read up on the region, with several documents freely available in the lounge. A recommended address for travelers who prefer local addresses and enjoy meeting the locals.

Bounama Keïta rents out a few rooms with TV and private bathroom. The place is clean, but the comfort of this guest house is very basic, with a refined decor. The rooms are all equipped with free wifi, fans and, in some cases, air conditioning. Breakfast is served buffet-style. Quite good value for money for the place, but the address can help out on occasion. Pleasant, helpful welcome.

Established some fifteen years ago, the hostel has eight air-conditioned rooms, each with private bathroom, TV and WiFi. A relatively simple but clean address. Aimed more at backpackers, this is a convenient address if you decide to rest in Matam. Meals are available on site for a small fee, but must be ordered in advance (Senegalese and European specialties). The interior courtyard is very pleasant. As far as the welcome is concerned, the staff are very attentive to customers' needs.

At the entrance to the town of Richard-Toll, close to the main road and shops, the Auberge de la Cité is a good address for backpackers passing through. The eleven rooms, six of which are air-conditioned with indoor bathrooms, are well kept and equipped with television. They offer a simple but appreciable comfort for resting. During the day, you can relax in the outdoor courtyard with a book, in the shade of the bougainvillea. Good value for money. Friendly, helpful staff.

Hairdressing, cooking, accounting, breeding production... This vocational training centre for about 400 students offers four well-maintained rooms to help finance the courses of its students. They are all equipped with a television, a wardrobe and an interior bathroom with toilets. The meals are prepared by future cooks who practice in real conditions. A very pleasant solidarity stopover!

"Haayoo" means welcome in Peulh, and this hotel is without a doubt the best place to stay in the area. Its lush green garden and T-shaped swimming pool will make you forget that you are staying on the side of the national road. You will be able to sleep peacefully in one of the 40 rooms or huts of this establishment. All of them are fully equipped, spacious and comfortable. As for the restaurant, it offers a wide choice of poor quality Senegalese dishes. Possibility of excursions in the bush. Accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Run by Samba Diop, this camp enjoys a superb location on the hills overlooking the Senegal River. It features clean, modern, traditional huts. Rooms are air-conditioned and comfortable. The setting is all the more magical at sunset, when the hills take on a red hue. Samba also organizes numerous tourist excursions throughout the country. An address we highly recommend!

This business hotel has 44 air-conditioned rooms with TV. Prefer those with a balcony on the street. It also offers independent bungalows with private bathroom, air conditioning and internet.

Hotel Wagadu is a 2-star establishment located in Bakel. Founded in 2013 by Ladji Diabira, it was created in response to the lack of catering and accommodation in the region. Hotel Wagadu offers single and shared rooms to international standards, as well as a high-quality dining area. It is also a place for cultural promotion, with events and activities in partnership with local artists. Hotel Wagadu is also committed to an eco-responsible approach, in line with sustainable environmental and social principles. The hotel's restaurant offers Senegalese gastronomic dishes, and works in collaboration with the Centre d'Enseignement Technique Féminin de Bakel to train young women in catering skills.

Villa La Vallée is a new hotel in Bakel. This establishment offers a tailor-made hotel concept, combining luxury and comfort in a quiet, secure setting. Rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with minibars. The hotel also offers services such as breakfast included, a restaurant, free parking, free high-speed Wi-Fi, a concierge service and laundry facilities. It is suitable for families and children. One traveler left a positive review of his stay, highlighting the staff's warm welcome. Villa La Vallée is therefore a recommended option for a stay in Bakel.