Title: Planet Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Planet Hotel Beaux Arts hotel connected to the convention centre in Douala with free parking ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5390000/5385200/5385157/3cda4cac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5390000/5385200/5385157/d172939b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Junior Suite | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5390000/5385200/5385157/1e0794bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5390000/5385200/5385157/bab66133.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![BBQ/picnic Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5390000/5385200/5385157/f381bf5f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Planet Hotel offers a practical base with a free roundtrip airport shuttle. Guests enjoy on-site shopping and extended parking. The garden provides a peaceful escape, and the café is perfect for gatherings. Multilingual staff are ready to assist. 6.2 ## Popular amenities - Free airport shuttle - Bar - Room service - Parking available - Breakfast available - 24/7 front desk ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 16 - Sept 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-16&endDate=2025-09-17&selected=5385157&PinnedHotelID=5385157&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-16&endDate=2025-09-17&selected=5385157&PinnedHotelID=5385157&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 17 - Sept 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-17&endDate=2025-09-18&selected=5385157&PinnedHotelID=5385157&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-17&endDate=2025-09-18&selected=5385157&PinnedHotelID=5385157&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 19 - Sept 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=5385157&PinnedHotelID=5385157&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=5385157&PinnedHotelID=5385157&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=5385157&PinnedHotelID=5385157&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=5385157&PinnedHotelID=5385157&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5390000/5385200/5385157/f352a9b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Individually furnished Air conditioning HDTV Blackout curtains Bidet Private bathroom - 431 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Junior Suite | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5390000/5385200/5385157/d117a748.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Junior Suite ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Individually furnished Air conditioning HDTV Blackout curtains Bidet Private bathroom - 474 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5390000/5385200/5385157/9c2f769f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Twin Room ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Individually furnished Air conditioning HDTV Blackout curtains Bidet Private bathroom - 32 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Standard Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5390000/5385200/5385157/b647a67b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Individually furnished Air conditioning HDTV Blackout curtains Bidet Private bathroom - 344 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDouala-Hotels-Planet-Hotel.h5385157.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDouala-Hotels-Planet-Hotel.h5385157.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C4.04867%2C9.69966&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=d8oJ_PNFYdl79C2XtbKjM2U_Kqo=) Rue Boue de Lapeyrere Quartier Akwa, Douala, BP 12985 #### What's nearby - Eko Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - La Nouvelle Liberte - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles - Port of Douala - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles - Douala Grand Mall - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles #### Getting around - Douala (DLA-Douala Intl.) - 32 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Saga africa - ‬8 min walk - ‪le fouquet - ‬10 min walk - ‪Les Glaciers Modernes - ‬9 min walk - ‪kadjidja - ‬8 min walk - ‪La Reine - ‬4 min walk ## About this property ### Planet Hotel Hotel connected to the convention centre You can look forward to a free return airport shuttle, a terrace and shopping on-site at Planet Hotel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self-parking, plus extended parking (surcharge) - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a local area shuttle and a 24-hour front desk - Coffee/tea in reception, multilingual staff and wedding services Room features All 52 individually furnished rooms include thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi and safes. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with deep-soaking baths and bidets - HDTVs with cable channels - Balconies, daily housekeeping and desks ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet ### Parking and transport - Height restrictions apply for on-site parking - Free offsite parking; reservations required - Offsite parking; reservations required - 24-hour free return airport shuttle on request - Area shuttle (surcharge) - Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge) - Theme park shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site - Extended parking on site (surcharge) - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Daily buffet breakfast available 5:30 AM to 9 AM for a fee: USD 14 per person - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Snack bar/deli ### Things to do - Shopping - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Snack bar/deli - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - ATM - Gift shop/newsstand - Laundry facilities - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Porter/bellhop - Turndown service - Wedding services ### Business services - 24-hour business centre - Conference centre - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Lift - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ### More - 1 building - 5 floors - Beaux Arts architecture - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Bathtub - Bidet - Private bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Room service ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Desk - Individual furnishings - Phone - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.33 per accommodation, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 14 per person The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property Parking height restrictions apply ### Property is also known as Planet Douala Planet Hotel Douala Planet Hotel Hotel Planet Hotel Douala Planet Hotel Hotel Douala ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Planet Hotel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Planet Hotel? > Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free. ### What time is check-in at Planet Hotel? > Check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Planet Hotel? > Checkout is at noon. ### Does Planet Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request. ### Where is Planet Hotel located? > Located in the heart of Douala, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Eko Market and Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul. Espace Doual'art and La Nouvelle Liberte are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Planet Hotel Reviews 6.2 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.0 Cleanliness ### 6.2 Location ### 6.6 Staff & service ### 6.0 Eco-friendliness ### 6.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 3 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Eleny 28 Oct 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Eleny Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### louis 20 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness #### Ne merite pas trois etoiles Tres moyen pour un trois etoiles. Rien d extraordinaire en dehors d un petsonnel tres gentil et avenants. Taximens attachés ou affiliés a l hotel sont de veritables escrocs. Pas de tarifs. Ils font tout pour vous soutirer un maximum d argent. La direction de l hotel devrait les reguler pour sa reputation. ##### louis Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 25 Jun 2020 Hotel asked me to pay another tax while checking out and they said that was expedia fault ... Unbelievable... ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### H, owings mills, usa 16 Dec 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Every time I travel to Douala I stay at the Planet Hotel because of the consistency that I get from the staff and services. In addition, the rooms are a good size and the internet works all the time. ##### H Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yuichi 9 Dec 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 状態の良いホテルです 部屋はきれいでベッドも浴室も良いコンディションでした。 朝食は種類が少なく残念でした。 全体的には満足しました。 ##### Yuichi Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Sébastien 7 Mar 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Sébastien ### 8/10 Good #### John 19 Jan 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### John ### 8/10 Good #### John 19 Jan 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### John ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 16 Feb 2015 #### Stay in Douala @ Planet Worth for your payment ##### Verified traveller ### 6/10 Okay #### Sajith, Dubai 16 Feb 2015 #### Stay in Douala @ Planet Worth for the economical pay Good amenities Nice staff Good location ##### Sajith ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 10 Feb 2015 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Verified traveller ### 6/10 Okay #### Solofo, Antananarivo 24 Nov 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Good stop over in a multi day trip One night stay in a small (tiny?) room with all required commodities: A net at the window would allow to sleep with an open window. Front desk and room services are very good. The breakfast buffet is OK. Wifi is weak and unsteady. The hotel is very well situated in a quiet street of Akwa district. ##### Solofo ### 8/10 Good #### zanzan, Tonquedec F- 22140 24 Feb 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Très bon 3 étoiles proche de l'aéroport Hôtel moderne et bien entretenu très bon service petit déjeuner avec beaucoup de choixmais un peu cher ##### zanzan ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 30 Nov 2013 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Très médiocre Accueil très froid Prestation médiocre Manque d'organisation A éviter absolument ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 4 Nov 2013 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### hôtel impeccable Chambre petite mais propre et confortable, on apprécie le coffre fort et la wifi.Salle de bain impeccable et bon buffet bien garni.Personnel sympatique. ##### Verified traveller ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in Manhattan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manhattan-New-York-Hotels.0-n129440-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [UNA Hotels Capotaormina](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Hotels-UNAHOTELS-Capotaormina.h22100.Hotel-Information) > > [AHC Old City Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Hotel-Zurich-Istanbul.h531237.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Mijas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mijas-Hotels.d10604.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Denise Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Zakynthos-Hotels-Denise-Beach-Hotel.h11590100.Hotel-Information) > > [Playas Cas Saboners](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Calvia-Hotels-Apartamentos-Playas-Cas-Saboners.h1444068.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Waterslides in Doha](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Doha-Hotels-Hotels-With-Waterslides.0-0-d1048-tHotelswithWaterslides.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Qinn Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Antalya-Hotels-Qinn-Hotel.h79922410.Hotel-Information) > > [RMH Lopud Lafodia, Resort & Wellness](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dubrovnik-Hotels-Lafodia-Sea-Resort.h4360241.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels Suites in Rome City Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rome-City-Centre-Rome-Hotels-Hotel-Suites.0-n553248633938945217-0-thotelsuites.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ubud-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Resort-Bali-At-Sayan.h443674.Hotel-Information) > > [Pelham Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blackpool-Hotels-Pelham-Lodge.h4591668.Hotel-Information) > > [Spa Hotels in North Berwick](https://www.expedia.co.uk/North-Berwick-Hotels-Spa-Hotels.0-0-d4219-tSpaHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hermitage Resort & Thermal Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ischia-Hotels-Hermitage-Resort-Thermal-Spa.h892997.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [easyJet](https://www.expedia.co.uk/EasyJet-Flights.cU2.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Manchester (MAN) to Palm Springs (PSP)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/man/psp/manchester-to-palm-springs) > > [Flights from Shoreham to PAR-All Airports](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/esh/par/shoreham-by-sea-to-paris) > > [Flights from London (LHR) to Agno (LUG)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lhr/lug/london-to-lugano) > > [Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to London (LHR)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/cpt/lhr/cape-town-to-london) > > [Flights from London (LHR) to Barcelona (BCN)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lhr/bcn/london-to-barcelona) ### Cars > [Budget Car Rentals In High Wycombe](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Budget-Car-Rentals-In-High-Wycombe.d7772-c39.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) > > [Car hire in Telford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Telford.d4989.Car-Hire-Guide) ### Activities > [Things to do in Cefalu Coast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Cefalu-Coast.d6049162.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in Ipswich](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Ipswich.d7912.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in La Mata](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-La-Mata.d6250584.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### General > [Visit Moniga del Garda](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Moniga-Del-Garda.dx6060720) > > [Visit Ciudad Lineal](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Ciudad-Lineal.dx6053450) > > [Visit El Salvador](https://www.expedia.co.uk/El-Salvador.dx53) > > [Visit Camins al Grau](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Valencia-Camins-Al-Grau.dx6355618)