Name: Transit
Address: 1 rue kaedi, Nouakchott, Mauritania, 1 rue kaedi, Mauritania
Rating: 9.2

Transit

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About this property

Beachfront Location: Transit in Nouakchott offers direct beachfront access and a sun terrace. Guests can relax by the shore and enjoy stunning sea views. Comfortable Accommodations: The guest house features family rooms with shared bathrooms. Each room includes a dining area, work desk, and modern amenities such as free WiFi and air-conditioning. Dining Experience: African cuisine is served at the on-site restaurant, complemented by a coffee shop and outdoor seating area. Breakfast is available in-room, and room service enhances convenience. Guest Services: Transit provides a paid airport shuttle service, 24-hour front desk, and free on-site private parking. Additional amenities include a lounge, shared kitchen, and bicycle parking. Local Attractions: Located 0.6 mi from Nouakchott International Airport, the guest house is near walking and bike tours. Guests appreciate the friendly host, convenient location, and nearby public transport options.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Room Type	Number of guests
Standard Double Room 2 twin beds
Single Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room 1 twin bed

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Daniel

United States

“There are times in travel where you are tired and beat and just don’t want to figure everything out completely on your own. That’s when you come here because Samba the owner is incredible. He helped with so many things. I am so grateful since...”

Lucie

Czech Republic

“Everything was great. The owner helped us with the bus towards Atar/Choum and was very friendly and spoke English. The room was clean and the breakfast was also great. I recommend it.”

Alex

United States

“The host Samba is very reliable and helps his guests.”

Susana

Spain

“Excellent place for a first visit to the country as the owner, Samba, is constantly present and happy to help you with info, taking you to places, booking transport for you. He even cooked us dinner one day because some travelers arrived late!...”

Xiaowen

Japan

“Very cozy place, having a rooftop to chill and have breakfast too The owner is extremely friendly With a few minutes walk, there is a bus going to center and bus station to noakbidou too. Close to national museum as well”

Borach

United States

“This was my 2nd time at this location. Again a wonderful experience. the owner who also runs the place is so helpful, he even took the trouble to find me medicine when I was having severe pain. Offers simple clean affordable accommodation. This is...”

Kaleb

Morocco

“Overall it’s probably the best place to stay in nauakchott, I’m a 24 year old solo traveler from the U.S and coming to Mauritania can be difficult alone but if you just text Samba the owner of the place, he will help you with everything and for a...”

Danielle

Canada

“Great location in the centre of Nouakchott, within walking distance of Museum and stadium. The auberge is clean, the rooms are spacious with AC, and the host Samba is very friendly and assist with transportation to and from airport, city tours,...”

Jon

Slovenia

“Very kind and helpful host. Helped us with everything we needed and took us around the city. A nice shower as well. Overall clean and comfortable.”

Jeffrey

United States

“Samba went above and beyond to accommodate us on our stay at his hostel. He is wonderful to work with, and we would not hesitate to stay with him again. He is very helpful with logistics in the region, which is much appreciated”

Managed by SAMBA SOW

Company review score: 9.7Based on 353 reviews from 1 property

1 managed property

Company info

I welcome the traveler, guide them in the city and advise them on transiting to neighboring Senegal, for example, or on accessing the Sahara train between Zouerat, Atar, and Nouadihbou.

Property info

Comfort and safety are our priorities. Car and motorcycle parking nearby, possibility of bivouacking in the Mauritanian desert, visits to small villages and natural sites, 4x4 off-road tours

Neighborhood info

quiet area 3 minutes walk from the bus station.

Languages Spoken

English,French

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site

Restaurant #1

Cuisine
African

Amenities of Transit

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

House rules

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Check-in

Available 24 hours

Check-out

Available 24 hours

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.