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Av. El Ahmadou Ahidjo, Yaounde 14304, Cameroon (Formerly Mercure Yaounde Centre)
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Hotel Merina Yaounde centre
Ranked #5 of 12 hotels in Yaounde
3.0 of 5 stars 14 Reviews
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San Francisco, California
1 review
“not safe, hotel employees steal from your room”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 September 2011

Our party had an otherwise very nice stay up through the end of a week-long stay. Sadly, a notebook computer was removed from our room in our absence. When we reported it, the front desk and manager showed little concern. After our departure, we put lots of pressure on the hotel to find the notebook (our company is a large corporate customer). Low and behold, they found the computer. Despite repeated promises, the hotel failed to send the computer to us. After almost 10 weeks, a local employee had to physically retrieve the computer from the Merina.

If you're a business traveler, avoid the Merina. Rooms are not secure and management not trustworthy.

Room Tip: Poor room security, inappropriate for business travelers
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  • Stayed July 2011, travelled on business
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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South Africa
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Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
71 helpful votes 71 helpful votes
“Had a good stay.”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 August 2011

I was staying at the Merina for 4 days at the end of May 2011, after we returned from a 8 day trip traveling in Cameroon on a mining scoping trip. The Merina was a very nice welcome after a tough trip, and some very bad hotels.

Room Tip: Only stayed in room 408, good room
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  • Stayed May 2011, travelled on business
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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London, United Kingdom
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Very nice stay”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 November 2010
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Very nice hotel, very nice staff, very well located, good customer service.

  • Stayed September 2010, travelled on business
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Fair hotel - fair price”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 November 2009

Merina is centrally located. The reception staff is accommodating and friendly. The restaurant staff leaves something to be desired. Everything worked including the AC. Hotel seems well enough maintained. I would stay there again.

WiFi did not work for my Mac, though they made an honest effort to help and provided accommodation to use a fixed line internet connection.

  • Stayed November 2009, travelled on business
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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los angeles
1 review
“very good and pretty”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 June 2009

it was a such good experience for me and my husband.we have a lot of fun. the hotel is pretty and calm.employees are really kind and lovely.and the food oh my god,so delicious.we sent a nice time.we'll be back as soon as possible.thanks so much

  • Stayed December 2007, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Av. El Ahmadou Ahidjo, Yaounde 14304, Cameroon (Formerly Mercure Yaounde Centre)
Price range (per night):* INR4,347

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