Maison du bonheur  

On Ngor Island, off Dakar’s coast — a beachfront bed and breakfast with art-school vibes. Steps from Ngor Rights Beach, about 10 km from Dakar city center and roughly 1.2 miles from Léopold Sédar Senghor Airport. Golf des Almadies is also close by.

A one-of-a-kind art school and B&B with just five air-conditioned artistic suites. Warm, artful décor and sea-view balconies add character. Quirky highlights include the Hemingway room’s boat-shaped bed beneath a huge marlin. Rooms come with a mini-bar, shower, bathrobes and slippers.

Heart-shaped pool plus an outdoor pool and sun terrace. Massage room and wellness services, garden and a bar. Family-friendly vibe, pet-friendly policy and an elevator on site. Wake up to sea-breeze mornings and unwind by the pool.

Free Wi-Fi throughout the property. The site can be privatized for conventions, seminars or private events, with a 24-hour front desk to assist.

On-site, family-friendly restaurant and a poolside heart-shaped restaurant run by Alphonse, one of Senegal’s top chefs. Breakfast options include à la carte and continental choices, plus pancakes and fresh juices. The restaurant serves lunch, brunch, dinner and cocktails.