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Hotels in Gabon: your guide to where to stay

Gabon is a country of national parks, rainforests and beaches where elephants come down to the ocean. Most travellers start in the capital, Libreville. We list 97 properties across 10 cities. Below you will find indicative prices, the most popular destinations, season tips and transport notes.

How much does a hotel in Gabon cost?

The price depends on the standard, the city and the dates. The table shows indicative nightly rates for a double room. The cheapest month is usually November, while August is the priciest. A Monday booking is often cheaper than the weekend.

Property standard	Indicative price per night (from)
2-star hotels and budget stays	from approx. $35
3-star hotels	from approx. $60
4-star hotels	from approx. $110
5-star and premium hotels	from approx. $200

Indicative rates, updated periodically. For exact prices and availability, select your dates in the search above.

Where to stay in Gabon: most popular cities

The accommodation is concentrated in the capital and the coastal oil hub. These are the destinations travellers choose most often:

Libreville. The capital and most common base, with the widest choice of hotels, museums, markets and the main international airport.
Port-Gentil. The country's second city, an oil hub on the ocean and a base for coastal trips.
Franceville. A city in the southeast, the end of the railway line from Libreville.

Nightly rates vary between cities. Here are indicative prices per night for a double room:

City	Indicative price per night (from)
Libreville	from approx. $90
Port-Gentil	from approx. $70
Franceville	from approx. $80

What to see in Gabon

The main draw is wild nature, and the national parks cover a large part of the country.

Gorillas in Loango National Park. Visits in small groups a few times a week, one of the most unique experiences in Africa.
Elephants and hippos on the beach. Loango is famous for white-sand beaches where wild animals come down.
A boat trip on Lake Zilé. A short outing with a chance of hippos, crocodiles and bats.
Pongara National Park. Beaches, savannahs and forests close to the capital, with leatherback turtles laying eggs from November to February.
Libreville. Museums, restaurants and colourful markets for a few days before heading inland.

How much does a trip to Gabon cost

Upper-tier hotels take cards, but elsewhere cash is the main payment. ATMs are scarce and often accept only Visa, so it is worth exchanging currency before the trip and carrying cash. A transport ticket is about $0.35, and a day of groceries about $13. Car rental starts at about $67 per day.

When is the best time to visit Gabon

November tends to be the cheapest and August the most expensive. The climate is equatorial and humid all year. The dry season makes park trips easier, and from November to February you can see leatherback turtles on the coast. Note that the days are warm whatever the month.

Getting to and around Gabon

International flights land at Léon M'ba airport in Libreville, about 12 kilometres from the centre. Direct routes are usually from Paris and other African countries, while from elsewhere you should expect at least one layover. The SETRAG railway runs four times a week between Owendo near Libreville and Franceville. SOGATRA buses link Libreville with the larger cities, and taxis and minibuses run within the cities. To explore the country, it is best to rent a 4x4, often with a driver.

Example hotels in Gabon

A few recognisable properties for reference:

Radisson Blu Okoume Palace and Hotel Le Cristal in Libreville (upper tier, from approx. $180).
Hotel Boulevard and Nomad Suites Residence in Libreville (from approx. $90).
Hotel Hibiscus in Port-Gentil (from approx. $70).

Frequently asked questions

When is a stay in Gabon cheapest?

Prices are usually lowest in November and highest in August. A booking at the start of the week is often cheaper. The dry season also makes national park trips easier.

Which city do travellers stay in most often?

The most popular destination is Libreville, the capital with the main airport and the widest choice of hotels. It is the natural base for trips further out.

Where are hotels most and least expensive in Gabon?

The highest rates are at upper-tier hotels in Libreville. Cheaper stays are at budget properties in the capital and in Port-Gentil off-season.

Do I need a visa to travel to Gabon?

Yes, all travellers need a visa arranged before the trip, a passport valid for at least six months and a return ticket. A yellow fever vaccination is required, and malaria prevention is advised.

Is it better to pay in cash on the ground?

Yes. Cards are mainly taken by upper-tier hotels, and ATMs are scarce and often Visa-only. It is worth exchanging currency before the trip and carrying cash.