Set in a leafy residential enclave of Abidjan, the Ivory Coast’s economic capital, La Maison Palmier is a homey hideaway that shows off the city’s tropical side. One leaves the high-rises behind to enter Abidjan’s first boutique hotel, a calming world of low-slung structures with terrazzo floors, warm neutral linens, local art, and bespoke carpets in earthy reds and greens. Lush greenery cocoons the buildings, casting shadows on the paths that lead to the fitness center, meeting rooms, and more. At the center is a sparkling pool—this is an oasis, after all—checkered in green marble. The bar and restaurant draw locals in, creating a buzzing scene beneath the 200 namesake palm trees.