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Auberge chez M

Ganvié Atlantique Bénin, Ganvié, Benin – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.6/10! <small>(score from <b>7</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
7 reviews

I highly recommend this hotel. The host picked us up at the port on time and took us by boat to the hotel. very pleasant hotel, well located, tasty food. very hospitable hosts.

Rafal Poland
a room with wooden tables and chairs and blue walls at Auberge chez M in Ganvié
a group of houses on the water with a boat at Auberge chez M in Ganvié
a room with two beds and a blue wall at Auberge chez M in Ganvié
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Auberge chez M

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Auberge chez M is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Ganvié, where guests can make the most of its garden and bar. The property has river and garden views. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, full-day security and organising tours for guests. Some units feature a terrace and/or a patio with lake views. All units at the bed and breakfast come with a private bathroom fitted with a shower. An à la carte, continental or vegan breakfast is available every morning at the property. At the bed and breakfast, the traditional restaurant is open for dinner, lunch and brunch and specialises in African cuisine. The nearest airport is Cotonou Cadjehoun Airport, 18 km from Auberge chez M.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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Most popular facilities
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegan

Availability

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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.6
High score for Ganvié
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Rafal
    Poland Poland
    “I highly recommend this hotel. The host picked us up at the port on time and took us by boat to the hotel. very pleasant hotel, well located, tasty food. very hospitable hosts.”
  • Diego
    Spain Spain
    “La amabilidad de la familia que nos acogía, y las historias sobre la historia del voddoo y culturas de los pueblos de la zona.”
  • Susanne
    Germany Germany
    “Roksan, der Sohn der Besitzerin und Manager, hat uns direkt am Steg abgeholt und uns schon auf der Überfahrt viel Interessantes über das Leben in Ganvie erzählt. Später am Abend und am nächsten Morgen haben wir weitere Touren durch die Stadt mit...”

Host Information

Company review score: 10Based on 7 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We're a family from Ganvié, who've been here for generations. from mother to daughter, and operate this inn and shop to promote local artisans and Beninese culture. Our motto is: "You are home here! » and we do our utmost to accommodate visitors so that they enjoy a memorable experience.

Property information

Family-run and passed from mother to daughter for over 50 years, Chez M remains a must in Ganvié. Renowned for its magnificent shop to many local artists, the inn has 19 rooms, directly on the lake. The inn has a room on the 2nd floor from which you can see the best view of the village and the way of life of its inhabitants of Ganvié, a lakeside town considered to be the "Venice of Africa". What's more, breakfast (included) is served directly on the first-floor terrace, offering panoramic views of the lake. Several tours are available from the inn itself with experienced local guides who offer great insights into Ganvié's history and culture. The inn offers transportation from the Calavi dock which facilitates transport from the main land. An on-site restaurant is available at all times and serves local dishes and beverages. A warm welcome awaits you at Auberge Chez M!

Languages spoken

English,French

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      African • American • French
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Facilities of Auberge chez M
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
View
  • River view
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Tour desk
  • Packed lunches
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Mosquito net
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English
  • French

House rules

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Check-in

Available 24 hours

Check-out

From 06:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Auberge chez M

  • Auberge chez M is 700 yards from the centre of Ganvié. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Auberge chez M has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • Yes, Auberge chez M is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Room options at Auberge chez M include:

    • Double
    • Quadruple
    • Single
    • Triple

  • The prices at Auberge chez M may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Auberge chez M is from 00:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Auberge chez M offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Fishing
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Temporary art galleries