Title: Suita Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=3886&destination=Yaound%C3%A9%2C+Central%2C+Cameroon&selected=99959839&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Suita Hotel Upscale accommodations blend business with pleasure in this urban retreat featuring boutique shopping and two sun-drenched swimming pools ## Photo gallery for Suita Hotel ![Deluxe Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk - Suita Hotel (Yaoundé)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99960000/99959900/99959839/72e0d51e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers - Suita Hotel (Yaoundé)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99960000/99959900/99959839/4c164023.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Suita Hotel (Yaoundé)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99960000/99959900/99959839/1f79849f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Suita Hotel (Yaoundé)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99960000/99959900/99959839/47d8fdf7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Suita Hotel (Yaoundé)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99960000/99959900/99959839/8ed53baf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Suita Hotel in the business district offers luxury with practical amenities. Shop designer boutiques, dine at two restaurants, or unwind at the poolside bar. Enjoy daily manager's receptions, relax at the spa, or take a dip in either of the two pools. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning £118 includes taxes & fees 1 May - 2 May ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Apr 8 - Apr 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=99959839&PinnedHotelID=99959839&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=99959839&PinnedHotelID=99959839&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Apr 9 - Apr 10](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-09&endDate=2026-04-10&selected=99959839&PinnedHotelID=99959839&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-09&endDate=2026-04-10&selected=99959839&PinnedHotelID=99959839&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Apr 10 - Apr 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=99959839&PinnedHotelID=99959839&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=99959839&PinnedHotelID=99959839&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Apr 17 - Apr 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-19&selected=99959839&PinnedHotelID=99959839&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-19&selected=99959839&PinnedHotelID=99959839&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Pool view City view Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Suite ![Deluxe Suite | Living area | 52-inch Smart TV with cable channels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99960000/99959900/99959839/692f2cf3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Suite - 710 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Family Suite ![Family Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99960000/99959900/99959839/68db4add.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Suite - City view - 990 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 6 - 2 King Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FYaounde-Hotels-Suita-Hotel.h99959839.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FYaounde-Hotels-Suita-Hotel.h99959839.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Yaoundé, Suita Hotel is in the business district and near the airport. Musée d'Art Camerounais and Benedictine Museum of Mont-Febe are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Centre Culturel Camerounai and Centre Culturel Italien. Travelling with kids? Consider Centre Culturel Chrétien, or check out an event or a game at Stade Omnisports. [Visit our Yaoundé travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Yaounde.dx3886) ![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%7C3.88099%2C11.51425&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_-Konfi1rmPqEAdxyzAeomV-5h0=) 2723, Yaoundé, Centre Region ### What's nearby - Centre Culturel Camerounai 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Benedictine Museum of Mont-Febe 19 min walk \- 1.1 miles - Musée d'Art Camerounais 2 min drive \- 1.7 miles - Mvog-Betsi Zoo 2 min drive \- 1.7 miles - Palais des Congres de Yaounde 3 min drive \- 1.9 miles ### Getting around - Yaounde (NSI-Nsimalen Intl.) 39 min drive ### Restaurants - Le Carino Pizzeria 11 min walk - La Force Du Poulet 10 min walk - Bliss Lounge 17 min walk - Le Fun 11 min walk - Malaïka 8 min walk ## About this property ### Suita Hotel Luxury family-friendly hotel in the business district Take advantage of a poolside bar, a free daily manager's reception and designer shops on-site at Suita Hotel. Treat yourself to a massage at the on-site spa. Enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). You'll also enjoy perks such as: - An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers, pool umbrellas and a lifeguard on site - Free self-parking - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), supervised childcare (surcharge) and 3 meeting rooms - Smoke-free property, coffee/tea in reception and tour/ticket information Room features All guest rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts, such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Highchairs and childcare services - 2 bathrooms with hydromassage showers and hairdryers - 52-inch Smart TVs with premium channels - Wardrobes/cupboards, balconies and separate sitting areas ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70090000/70080400/70080387/7de8cdf7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Merina Hotel Yaoundé - Pool - Free airport shuttle - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 8.0 Very good 43 reviews £96 includes taxes & fees 25 Apr - 26 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-25&endDate=2026-04-26&selected=70080387&PinnedHotelID=70080387&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113810000/113800100/113800037/7977999e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Albatros Premium Hôtel Yaoundé - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 9.6 Exceptional 7 reviews £130 includes taxes & fees 22 Apr - 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Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free secured, covered self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; EUR 15 for adults and EUR 8 for children - 2 restaurants - A coffee shop/cafe - A poolside bar - Coffee and tea in common areas - Couples/private dining - Free daily manager's reception - Snack bar/deli ### Things to do - Children's pool - Designer stores - Full-service spa - Outdoor pool - Sauna - Steam room - Winery release events ### Family friendly - Children's pool - High chair - In-room babysitting - In-room kitchen - In-room microwave - Lifeguards on site - Mini-fridge - Outdoor pool - Separate in-room dining area - Snack bar/deli - Soundproofed rooms - Supervised activities for children (surcharge) ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Proposal/romance packages - Tour and ticket assistance - Turndown service ### Business services - 3 meeting rooms - Coworking space ### Outdoors - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas ### Full-service spa - In-room massages - Outdoor treatment areas - Sauna - Spa open daily - Steam room - Treatment room ### Accessibility - No lift - Tile flooring in room ### More - Lifeguards - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Hypo-allergenic bedding - Pillow menu - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Dressing gowns - Hair dryer - Hydromassage showerhead - Shampoo - Shower - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request) - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 52-inch smart TV with premium cable channels ### Food and drink - Chef service - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Kitchen - Microwave - Mini-fridge - Separate dining area ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Desk - Electrical adapters - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Laptop workspace - Mobile key entry - Phone - Separate sitting area - Shared accommodation - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 9:00 AM; check-in end time: midnight Early check-in subject to availability Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 12:30 PM Late check-out subject to availability ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 50.0 per day. ### 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: - Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 40 - Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 25 (from 3 to 12 years old) - New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 60 - New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 35 (from 6 to 12 years old) - Valentine's Day (14 February) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 40 - Valentine's Day (14 February) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 25 (from 3 to 12 years old) - A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 6.10 per accommodation, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 15 for adults and from EUR 8 for children - A kitchen/kitchenette is available for an additional fee - Rollaway bed fee: EUR 50.0 per day 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 and cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting 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 This property does not have any lifts Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Suita Hotel Hotel Suita Hotel Yaoundé Suita Hotel Hotel Yaoundé ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Suita Hotel have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Suita Hotel? ### Is Suita Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Suita Hotel? ### What time is check-in at Suita Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Suita Hotel? ### Where is Suita Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Suita Hotel Reviews 10 ### Exceptional 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) ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen 23 Sept 2025 Liked: Property conditions & facilities ##### Karen Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Hotels with Entertainment in Cala Bona](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cala-Bona-Hotels-Hotel-With-Entertainment.0-0-d6034397-thotelwithentertainment.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [Motel One Berlin - Upper West](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Berlin-Hotels-Motel-One-Berlin-Upper-West.h17066866.Hotel-Information) > - [The Bull Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ludlow-Hotels-The-Bull-Hotel.h5120308.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotels in Manchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Airport-Hotels.0-aMAN-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [Agua Hotels Vila Branca](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-Agua-Hotels-Vila-Branca.h1107570.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotels with Parking in Cambridge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Hotel-With-Parking.0-0-d781-thotelwithparking.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [4 Star Hotels in Towcester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/4Star-Towcester-Hotels.s40-0-d6048683.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [Deudjui hôtel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bafang-Hotels-Deudjui-Hotel.h102017896.Hotel-Information) > - [L'Aquarius Marina 2000](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Douala-Hotels-LAquarius-Marina-2000.h12535317.Hotel-Information) > - [Victoria Guest House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Limbe-Hotels-Victoria-Guest-House.h16071437.Hotel-Information) > - [Star Land Hotel Bonapriso](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Douala-Hotels-Star-Land-Hotel-Bonapriso.h15568425.Hotel-Information) > - [Gay-Friendly Hotels in Bloemfontein](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bloemfontein-Hotels-Gay-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d547-tGayFriendlyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [Ryokan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/aa/Ryokan) > - [travelodgeuk Hotels in Criccieth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Criccieth-Hotels-Travelodge-UK.0-0-d55287--bTravelodgeUK.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [Spa Hotels in Burgas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burgas-Hotels-Spa-Hotels.0-0-d656-tSpaHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [B&B Dunstable](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dunstable-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d55298-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > - [Hotel Akwa Palace](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Douala-Hotels-Hotel-Akwa-Palace.h7771953.Hotel-Information) > - [Hostels Sweden](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sweden-Hostels.d173-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ### Flights > - [Flights from Jamaica (JFK) to Warwick (PVD)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/jfk/pvd/new-york-to-providence) > - [Flights from Manchester (MAN) to Prague (PRG)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/man/prg/manchester-to-prague) > - [Flights from St. Peter (JER) to Southampton (SOU)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/jer/sou/jersey-to-southampton) > - [Flights from SeaTac (SEA) to Philadelphia (PHL)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/sea/phl/seattle-to-philadelphia) > - [Flights from Derby (EMA) to Vilobi d'Onyar (GRO)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/ema/gro/east-midlands-to-girona) > - [Flights from Schiphol (AMS) to Hounslow (LHR)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/ams/lhr/amsterdam-to-london) ### Cars ### Packages ### General > - [Visit Downtown Colorado Springs](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colorado-Springs-Downtown-Colorado-Springs.dx6056794) ---