Keur Saloum in Joal-Fadiout

Set among gardens and mangroves by the Saloum River, this relaxed hotel spans a series of thatched-roof buildings and is 1 km from the N5 highway and 18 km from the Fathala Wildlife Reserve.Pared-down rooms in rustic huts feature private entrances and en suite bathrooms; some have bunk beds. Suites add terraces and offer river views.Amenities include an open-air restaurant/bar and an outdoor pool, as well as a terrace overlooking the river. Local tours, fishing trips and canoes are offered.