Goree Island Travel Guide

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Infamous fortifications on Gorée Island, used to retain slaves before shipment to the Americas, Dakar, Senegal, West Africa
Goree island, Senegal. 

From the 15th to the 19th century, it was the largest slave-trading centre on the African coast. Ruled in succession by the Portuguese, Dutch, English and French, its architecture is characterized by the contrast between the grim slave-quarters and the elegant houses of the slave traders. Today it continues to serve as a reminder of human exploitation and as a sanctuary for reconciliation.

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On Goree Island you can learn about Dakar`s dark history while enjoying this little island`s lush and idyllic atmosphere. Only a short ferry ride from Senegal’s capital Dakar lays the tiny island Ile de Gorée. The island is a popular destination for anyone visiting Dakar and Senegal and tells the story of the slave trade across the Atlantic. The entire island was listed on UNESCO World Heritage List in 1978. 
Read more on: http://www.travelwithallsenses.com/goree-island-slave-trade/
On Goree Island you can learn about Dakar`s dark history while enjoying this little island`s lush and idyllic atmosphere. Only a short ferry ride from Senegal’s capital Dakar lays the tiny island Ile de Gorée. The island is a popular destination for anyone visiting Dakar and Senegal and tells the story of the slave trade across the Atlantic. The entire island was listed on UNESCO World Heritage List in 1978. 
Read more on: http://www.travelwithallsenses.com/goree-island-slave-trade/
On Goree Island you can learn about Dakar`s dark history while enjoying this little island`s lush and idyllic atmosphere. Only a short ferry ride from Senegal’s capital Dakar lays the tiny island Ile de Gorée. The island is a popular destination for anyone visiting Dakar and Senegal and tells the story of the slave trade across the Atlantic. The entire island was listed on UNESCO World Heritage List in 1978. 
Read more on: http://www.travelwithallsenses.com/goree-island-slave-trade/
Azalai Hotel Dakar

Azalai Hotel Dakar

4.5 out of 5
Dakar Dakar Dakar Region
The price is Rp2.716.697 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
Rp2.716.697
Rp3.053.300 total
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dakar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Magic Land and Soumbédioune Fish Market are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (107 reviews)
Staff was amazing. Made you feel very welcomed. Warm smiles and extremely helpful

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

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Noom Hotel Dakar Sea Plaza, a member of Radisson Individuals

Noom Hotel Dakar Sea Plaza, a member of Radisson Individuals

5 out of 5
Route De La Corniche Ouest Dakar
The price is Rp5.312.712 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
Rp5.312.712
Rp5.908.916 total
20 Mar - 21 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dakar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (512 reviews)
Professional, friendly and responsive staff. Whenever a request was made, it was addressed immediately! Rooms were clean. Staff, Staff, Staff- a touch above!

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Noom Hotel Dakar Sea Plaza, a member of Radisson Individuals
Terrou-Bi Resort

Terrou-Bi Resort

5 out of 5
Corniche ouest Boulevard Dakar
The price is Rp5.098.057 per night from 21 Mar to 22 Mar
Rp5.098.057
Rp5.672.796 total
21 Mar - 22 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Dakar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Terrou-Bi Resort
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Lighthouse Signature Suites

Lighthouse Signature Suites

4 out of 5
Renaissance Dakar Dakar Region
Stay at this aparthotel in Dakar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions African Renaissance Statue and Mamelles Lighthouse ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (21 reviews)
Personnel dévoué belle chambre .

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Lighthouse Signature Suites
Oasis Seaside by Barok

Oasis Seaside by Barok

4 out of 5
35 Diamalaye Dakar Région de Dakar
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Dakar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Stade Leopold Senghor and Village des Arts ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (36 reviews)
The apartment is very clean , the staff is nice and very respectful the view amazing, just a walk to the beach

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

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Residence Hotel Kakatar

Residence Hotel Kakatar

5 out of 5
YOFF Apecsy 2, villa 448 Dakar Région de Dakar
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Dakar. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Layen Mausoleum and Village des Arts are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (23 reviews)
Way beyond expectations. Comfortable, good breakfast, ocean view from rooftop terrace, warm wellcome

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Residence Hotel Kakatar
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