Lungi Airport Hotel

Sierra Leone


The rooms at this hotel are comfortable, if overpriced, especially the cell-like budget rooms. Still, there's a surprisingly good restaurant, a bar, a tennis court and even a (rather sorry looking) swimming pool. Rates include free wi-fi and an airport shuttle.


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