Budget & Tips
Despite the crisis in the sector, Togo's hotel structures remain relatively good quality. Several hotels, witnesses of the golden age of tourism in Togo, have aged or deteriorated due to lack of investment. Some of them have even become "hotels de passe", renting rooms by the day at relatively low prices. Lomé offers a vast choice of hotels. From luxury hotels (between 55,000 and 150,000 FCFA per night, or between 85 and 230 €) to charming hotels (between 20,000 and 55,000 FCFA, or between 30 and 85 €) to small hotels (between 10,000 and 20,000 FCFA, or between 15 and 30 €), there is something for everyone. The prices do not always take into account the tourist tax, which amounts to 1,000 FCFA per night. Outside the main and secondary cities, you have to make do with what is available. It is therefore advisable to travel from the major urban centers. Prices vary according to comfort. Outside of Lomé, prices range from 10,000 to 35,000 CFA francs for decent housing. Below these prices, comfort becomes rudimentary (outdoor shower and toilet, dilapidated). It is advisable to always bring a sheet and an insecticide spray. There are more and more guest houses in Togo and it is a good option for a comfortable stay. They are small and friendly structures, with less than 10 rooms. They offer a pleasant and peaceful setting for a successful vacation. You will feel at home, with a welcoming and caring staff. The home cooking is generous and delicious, usually with Togolese specialties on the menu. It is often necessary to pay between 20,000 and 35,000 FCFA. There are also many hostels in Togo, some of which offer a good quality/price ratio. It's a bit of a toss-up: you can find good, well-maintained hostels, as well as others that are deteriorating over time. The rooms are mostly ventilated, but there are also some air-conditioned rooms. The water for the shower is usually cold, but a bucket of hot water can be brought to you. This type of accommodation can be an economical choice for people who are not looking for western comfort. For a ventilated room, it is necessary to count between 7,000 and 8,000 FCFA per night. Beware: very few accommodations offer a credit card payment service. It is therefore necessary to always bring cash, knowing that all banks in the country are equipped with ATMs and that they work with Visa or Mastercard.
What's very local
There is no camping in Togo. Nevertheless, if you wish to put your tent somewhere, contact the village chief. He will surely be able to find a solution for you. You will find some camps in remote areas of Togo, especially in the North. They consist of traditional and rudimentary huts where only one or two beds occupy the space. The shower is taken outside, with a bucket of cold water. For this stay, you will have to accept to put aside your usual comfort for a total change of scenery. The welcome is warm and the meetings unforgettable. Prices are around 5 000 FCFA per night.
For food lovers
In the guest houses, you will enjoy typical Togo dishes, such as akoumé, fufu or gboma, prepared with the know-how of a local cook. At breakfast, you will find seasonal fruits, as well as sometimes homemade jams with an exotic taste.
Smokers
Since 2010, smoking is prohibited in public places in Togo. However, some hotels have set up open spaces for smokers.
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