King Fahd Palace, DakarKing Fahd Palace in Dakar, Senegal has a corrected score of 2.2 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 1 of 4 platforms), ranked 14 of 15 hotels we score in Dakar. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 1.3 before correction: Tripadvisor 1.3. Rooms from about $289 a night (cached, not a live quote).King Fahd Palace is a five-star resort located on a 35-hectare coastal estate on the Almadies Peninsula in Dakar. The eight-storey property contains 378 rooms and 62 suites, with many offering views of the ocean, the pool, or the golf course. It suits travellers looking for extensive leisure facilities, including a swimming pool, a golf course, and four outdoor tennis courts. On-site amenities include a spa, a gym, and a business centre. While the estate provides significant space and various activities, some guests find the room decorations to be dated.What stands out

Large coastal estate

On-site golf course

Multiple tennis courts

Swimming pool and spa

Watch out for

Dated room decor

Breakfast service issues

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