So lets be frank, this hotel is never going to win awards. But, it's in Benin - hardly the centre of the universe - and given the challenges of operating in West Africa this place does a reasonable job.

Some pro's :-

1. English speaking staff
2. Rooms perfectly clean and comfortable, albeit not over the top luxury (it is only a Novotel after all). Good supply of hot water in teh shower,
3. Nice quite location in a good part of town with good access to airport
4. Nice pool
5. Reasonable and free internet
6. Good security - not that it is really neededin Benin however.

Some downsides :-

1. Slightly expensive for what it is (but, the is West Africa - everything is expensive here!)
2. Slight smell of damp in the communal areas (again, a common West Africa problem)
3. No gym

Overall, if I retrun to Cotonou, I will stay here again. One thing to bear in mind is that the cheaper Novotel Inn (can't remember the exact name) is on the same grounds and shares the same facilities, so may be worth staying at for someone on a tighter budget

I ll advise you to go to Novotel. It s actually the best in Cotonou.
i tried many of them and my best choice is Orisha Cotonou. The rooms are cleaned.
the restaurant is excellent. there is nice bar with good coktails.
they are well trained for meetings and biz coktails.

Pls note wifi not working during my stay which gave me some grief. Quality of breakfast and rooms were good.