Hotel Halima
Just behind the novotel, is slightly less expensive.
Hotel Houda
In central Nouakchott, the Hotel Houda and Atlas are not bad options. Other mid-range hotels include Park Hotel and Amane on Ave Nasser and Hotel Mouna north of the Novotel/Tfeila.
Auberge Menata
(http://www.escales-maurit...). owner speaks english. help with renting a car and a guide. high reputation with former guests. dorms with shared facilities from 2500 ougiya per person, tent from 1500 ougiya.
Novotel (Tfeila)
The Novotel Tfeila and Hotel Mercure set the standard for nice places to stay, but you will pay European prices.
Residence Zahra
Opposite hotel halima and the russian embassy, has clean and spacious rooms with ac, bathrooms, tv and wireless internet from 12000 oug.
Auberge JMC
Behind the novotel, - rooms start from 10000 oug. wifi available. it's not signposted - look for flowers on the front fence.
There is also a hotel out at the beach with "hut" rooms and a big dining room overlooking the water.
There are also a couple of camping places not far away.