We aim to bring you the best listings of unique accommodations from the West African region. We have scrutinised them to be sure that your stay will benefit the local communities living in the destination whilst respecting the local cultural, natural, social and historical heritages.

Make a difference whilst staying in a place you can call home.

Description:  This traditional homestay experience is located in the North of Benin near the major national parks. Being so remote, you will witness the sky at night in all its glory as well as being able to immerse yourself within village life. 
Price:  From FCFA 3000 (single) and FCFA 5000 (double) including breakfast, lunch and dinner. 

Description: The resort is situated in the middle of nature, surrounded by least five villages with different cultures. There are 12 fine bungalows, a conference hall, restaurant and a newly constructed swimming pool.
Price: From €50 Bed & Breakfast + €11 airport transfer. Prices exclude flights to the Gambia.

Description: Four deluxe, spacious, country holiday lodges, only 2 kms from the sea and a beautiful unspoilt beach. A fully integrated solar power system that pumps water, gives plentiful lighting, hot water showers, fans and chilled drinks.
Price: From £55 (until May 2010) per lodge half board. From £60 (Nov 2010 - May 2011) per lodge half board. All prices exclude flights.

Description: 9 large African huts all with en-suite facilities and veranda. The huts are completely authentic until you step inside where you will find the degree of comfort you expect whilst on holiday.
Price: £70 per night per hut (based on 2 sharing). Including breakfast and airport transfers. Children under 12 go free. Excluding flights.

What you can do: This holiday offers a rare opportunity to explore Western Africa while learning how to surf on one of the most beautiful beaches in Ghana. The Surf Shops integration into the community offers endless opportunities to meet the locals.
Price: From £260 (1 wk) including surf lessons, food and accommodation. Excluding flights.

Description: This accommodation is situated 260 km from Dakar, the capital city of Senegal and 60 km from Banjul, the city centre of the Gambia. It offers a wide range of activities from fishing and bird watching, to island hopping and ecological safaris in the bush; find out what is the most interesting for you and experience Africa here.
Price: From €49 - €106 (depending on number and season)

What you can do: Located on the most Western point of Africa the nearby mainland peninsular attracts swell from the North, West and South offering potentially Africa's largest and most consistant swell window.
Price: From £210 (1 week) including half-board, accommodation, guide & transport. Excluding flights.

What you can do: Relax in a unique atmosphere in the heart of Sierra Leone, where all the daily stresses of back home vanish as soon as you arrive. This village retreat is run by and employs local villagers and is an important source of revenue for the community.
Price: From $20 a night (£12). Excluding flights.