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The Lead Hotel

4.0 star property
Beachfront comfort, a fitness centre

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Building design
Fridge, microwave, espresso maker, coffee/tea maker
Presidential Suite | Living area
Exterior
Business Studio Suite | Living area
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
The current price is AU$328
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July

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Room options

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Business Studio Suite

Business Studio Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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50-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV

Executive Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 110 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Presidential Suite | Living area

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 170 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

Map
72a Cape Road, Freetown

What's nearby

  • Lumley Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • National Stadium - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Cotton Tree - 9 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Sierra Leone National Museum - 9 min drive - 8.6 km
  • St George's Cathedral - 9 min drive - 8.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Crown Bakery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Crown Express - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Roy's Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Basha - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pearl Cafe - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Lead Hotel

Upscale hotel near Lumley Beach
Located close to National Stadium and St George's Cathedral, The Lead Hotel provides an adjacent golf course, a beach bar and a poolside bar. With amenities such as a private beach and sunloungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a terrace and laundry facilities.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge) and a porter/bellboy
  • Multilingual staff, luggage storage and beach umbrellas
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets, pillowtop mattresses and down duvets
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and a personal chef

Languages

Arabic, English, French

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • 36-hole adjacent golf course
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Dining table
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 2022
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mediterranean architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 20 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

The Lead Hotel Hotel
The Lead Hotel Freetown
The Lead Hotel Hotel Freetown

Frequently asked questions

Does The Lead Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lead Hotel?

As of 16 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lead Hotel on 2 July 2025 start from AU$328.41, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Lead Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Lead Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Lead Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Lead Hotel?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is The Lead Hotel located?

Located in Freetown, this beachfront hotel is next to a golf course, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Lumley Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of National Stadium and Cotton Tree. Law Courts and Sierra Leone National Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Lead Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 88 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

My stay at the leads hotels was luxurious and comfortable. The manager went far and beyond to ensure that my stay was excellent. The food was 10 out of 10 and so was the interior of my room. Great finishes, very clean and well sanitized, well stocked at themini bar. The bath products provided were aromatic and added to my relax. I highly recommend this property when seeking a relaxing luxurious experience in Freetown.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10

This is one of the best top destination you can choose to stay in or visit for a business dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

This place the Lead was absolutely amazing. The staff was amazing every step I took every move I made they just made me feel like any need I had was met. Thank you for your top notch service .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Had an amazing stay! Will be back
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

We had a great time at this lovely hotel. All the staff including the manager were extremely friendly and helpful. Breakfast and dinners were superb! Excellent pool. Wish to come back as soon as possible.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Best place to stay in Freetown. comfortable rooms great service
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

4/10

BED BUG ALART!!!! I stayed at this property in February 2025. When I got to my room, I saw 2 big BED bugs on the chair I immediately killed it took a picture and went to the front desk to report the problem. I wish there was an option to upload a pic of the BED BUG. I got an upgrade to the presidential suit for the night. I hope they have fixed the issue of bed bugs because this is a hotel I love.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

Pros: The staff was excellent. Cons: The wait time for food was extensive.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

This was a beautiful property and stay. The staff were friendly and helpful. Despite the ongoing construction and frequent power outages (the generators or supply quickly kicked in each time) it was a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

I liked the space, the decoration and the food. The team is very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

My stay was relaxing and peaceful, lovely staff and service . I highly recommend this place for long of short stay.

10/10

Excellent Hotel! Definitely the best hotel in Freetown. Will visit soon!

10/10

It is a great place to stay. The staff is courteous and very helpful. Also, the swimming pool and view of the ocean are awesome!
Stayed 22 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

A lovely place. I really enjoyed my stay at this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10

The LEAD is an amazing place to stay. Their hospitality is top notch! I can't wait for a weekend getaway?
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10

The sea view overlooking the ocean is spectacular
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

Beautiful property, everything you need in a hotel and more. The pictures they show are true and in person even better! The people are wonderful to work with.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10

I stayed at THE LEAD for 2 nights and it was amazing! Beautiful, clean, quiet and friendly staff. Will definately come back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10

I loved everything about this property. The location, the facility, the amenities, the food, the staff were all on point. Best experience so far in Sierra Leone.

10/10

It’s a new property with lots of plants and the sea view is very beautiful and the ambience is really great

10/10

My stay was excellent. The manager is amazing very accessible and hospitable. He upgraded my room. Help me with my concerns when I was stressed out. All the staff are amazing.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend the hotel to family and friends. The staff were extremely attentive whilst being discreet. We took advantage of the pool and ordered snacks from the restaurant. The room was an excellent size with modern decor. Whilst the hotel grounds was picturesque.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

This is the only place I have stayed in Freetown and I have no intention of staying anywhere else. It was a very fantastic experience and my little 11-month old really enjoyed it too. Clean and very family oriented place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10

The hotel was a peaceful and beautiful getaway from the more intense city life. The room was spacious with a kitchen and living room, and a large bedroom with a very comfortable bed. The staff were all welcoming, helpful and professional. The gym was top notch with all the equipment you will need. And the pool is amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023