Despite its concrete bunker exterior, this is one of West Africa's most exclusive hotels, 3km east of the centre on the coastal road to Benin. Rooms are comfortable, but the Sarakawa's main drawcard is its stunning Olympic-sized swimming pool set in acres of coconut grove. Rates include breakfast.
Hôtel Mercure-Sarakawa
Lomé
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1.86 MILES
The Marché des Féticheurs, 4km northeast of the centre, stocks all the ingredients for traditional fetishes, from porcupine skin to serpent head. It's all…
2.26 MILES
The labyrinthine Grand Marché is Togo at its most colourful and entrepreneurial. You'll find everything at this market, from Togolese football tops to…
2.38 MILES
Offers regular films, concerts and exhibitions, and has a good selection of books and up-to-date newspapers.
3.36 MILES
The home of the president is an imposing modern structure, worth a few pics and the chance to see the guards dressed in their finest.
23.14 MILES
This is one of the biggest and most colourful markets in Togo, with produce and bric-a-brac and a fun atmosphere. It's great for embracing local culture…