DOUALA · NEW BELL
Hotels in New Bell, Douala
Popular and cosmopolitan neighborhood — vibrant street life
Why stay in New Bell?
✓Popular and cosmopolitan neighborhood — vibrant street life
✓New Bell is well connected by local transport within Douala.
✓Hotels available for all budgets, bookable from anywhere in the world.
Recommended hotels in New Bell
From
13 000 FCFA
≈ 20 EUR/nuit
Best for: Local immersion Douala
Popular hotel in New Bell, Douala's cosmopolitan district. Authentic atmosphere, very affordable prices, local catering.
Why we recommend it
New Bell is the popular and cosmopolitan heart of Douala, with communities from across Central Africa. Hôtel du Peuple offers the most authentic local immersion at low cost.
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Last verified: July 2026From
15 000 FCFA
≈ 23 EUR/nuit
Best for: Budget New Bell
2-star guesthouse in New Bell — clean rooms, WiFi, local restaurants nearby. Very affordable rates.
Why we recommend it
The cleanest and most secure option in New Bell. Well-run guesthouse, responsive owner, easy access to markets and public transport.
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Last verified: July 2026Price ranges in New Bell
Last verified: July 2026
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From the airport
Official taxi: 10,000–15,000 XAF (≈ €15–23) to Akwa / Bonanjo. Duration: 20–40 min depending on traffic.
Local SIM
MTN and Orange available at the airport. Top-up from 500 XAF. 1 GB data package: 2,000 XAF.
Mobile Money
MTN Mobile Money and Orange Money accepted at most 3+ star hotels in Douala.
Prices in euros
1 EUR = 655 XAF (fixed rate). A hotel at 35,000 XAF/night = approximately €53.
Best period
Dry season Nov–Mar = best weather. Book 2–3 months in advance for Christmas.
Browse by neighborhood
Each neighborhood has its own character — find the one that suits you.
01
Akwa
Commercial and hotel center — Douala's most vibrant district
From 40 000 FCFA (≈ 61 EUR)
02
Bonanjo
Business district and embassies — quiet and secure
From 45 000 FCFA (≈ 69 EUR)
03
Bonapriso
Upscale residential area — gourmet restaurants and luxury hotels
From 55 000 FCFA (≈ 84 EUR)
04
Bassa
Industrial and popular area — many budget accommodations
From 18 000 FCFA (≈ 27 EUR)
05
New Bell
Popular and cosmopolitan neighborhood — vibrant street life
From 15 000 FCFA (≈ 23 EUR)
06
Deido
Historic popular district on the lagoon shore
From 20 000 FCFA (≈ 30 EUR)
07
Makepe
Expanding residential area — many modern hotels
From 30 000 FCFA (≈ 46 EUR)
08
Kotto
Quiet residential neighborhood close to the center
From 28 000 FCFA (≈ 43 EUR)
09
Logbessou
Northern suburbs — close to road axes toward Yaoundé
From 22 000 FCFA (≈ 34 EUR)
10
Airport Area
Hotels within 10 min of Douala International Airport
From 32 000 FCFA (≈ 49 EUR)
11
Ndokotti
Popular crossroads — busy markets and affordable hotels
From 18 000 FCFA (≈ 27 EUR)
12
Cité des Palmiers
Modern residential district popular with expats
From 38 000 FCFA (≈ 58 EUR)
13
Bonamoussadi
Popular residential area — shops, restaurants and modern hotels between Akwa and Makepe
From 35 000 FCFA (≈ 53 EUR)