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[QUOTE=Jiggydus; 1224637]I have gone by many of the hotels in the CBD, but have only stayed at Hotel Central Park and Green Court Hotel. Both are on the other side of the track so to speak which is Tom Mboya and very close to matatu stands (noisy). If staying at a hotel that is somewhat quiet at night, then Kipepeo, Intercontinental, Hilton, Stanley, as well as WestBreezes Hotels would fit the bill. Chester and Terminal are close to Madhouse, but I was able to walk to all points of interest in CBD from both Green Court Hotel and Central Park Hotel day and night. I am an American black man so I don't stick out at night in the dodgier parts of town, but one would have no problem getting around CBD by taxi at night. Green Court Hotel daily rate is 1800KSH with breakfast included (better quality than Hotel Central Park and even some 4 star hotels I have stayed in Ghana!). No charge for overnight guests but you will be charged 300KSH for any additional breakfast for your guest. Hotel Central Park daily rate is now 2800KSH and overnight guest charge is an additional 700KSH. Breakfast is included with no additional charge for guest. The Hotel Central Park looks better in the lobby than Green Court (looks very much like a notel) , but Green Court rooms have mosquito nets and the hot water works better. Additionally, there is no parking lot for either of these hotels, but I experienced no problems being dropped off at either nor being picked up at either hotel. My assessment is that although these hotels are not Western standard hotels, they do feature clean, firm queen or full size beds, hot running water for showers (on demand electric heaters) , breakfast included, and security. The main reason they are not Western standard hotels is neither feature A / C or even ceiling fans which is no problem in November and December in Nairobi, but would be a problem come January.
Is it dangerous in CDB? Well I went out most nights and usually always walked from hotel to F2, Madhouse, Simmers, Club Spree and back and I never encountered any problems. I even toyed around with chatting up some streetwalkers but nothing came of that. Mostly settled on hooking up with Afro and AFF chicks as well as chatting up attractive ladies on the street in the daytime. Will post trip report later as I am knee deep in good pussy right now.[/QUOTE]I slightly disagree on the hotels. If memory serves me right, the Green Court Hotel is on Latema road. This area is far more dicey than Ronald Ngala / Sheikh Karume Road where the Central Park is located. Security is much better at the Central Park and the clientele is a tad more professional. From a security perspective, this does indeed make a difference. Overall, I find the Central Park to be more modern and service oriented than the Green Court. I don't eat breakfast so I can't comment on that, but have had dinner at both hotels. I don't recommend either. On a factual note, the Central Park DOES have A / C but not in all rooms. They also have fridges (in all rooms) which the Green Court doesn't.
With respect to general safety in the CBD, I'm white and walk everywhere at all hours of the night. I'm still alive, but then again, I'm not that sweet.
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Safety in Nairobi
[QUOTE=Anzac; 1224514]Someone has suggested that the location of this hotel on River road is a dangerous area. Does this only apply to after dark or is dangerous at all times?
And what is dangerous? I've stayed in the dodgiest areas of Manila, Phnom Penh, BKK, Pattaya etc without concern.[/QUOTE]I would discourage everybody to visit River Road Area during night or day! And in the dark always take a taxi, even for a short distance. In any part of Nairobi! Better play safe!
Cheers!
Hesekiels
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[QUOTE=Hesekiels; 1225022]I would discourage everybody to visit River Road Area during night or day! And in the dark always take a taxi, even for a short distance. In any part of Nairobi! Better play safe!
Cheers!
Hesekiels[/QUOTE]I think as long as someone has "street sense" and good situational awareness, they should be fine without being paranoid. By that I mean that I never come in close vicinity to any group of guys at night and always keep a 360 degree awareness. I walk closer to the roadway and away from any alleys and inset store fronts. I have not experienced any problems walking along Kenyatta, Tom Mboya, Moi Ave, Latema Road, any of the side streets between Hotel Green Court and Central Park Hotel, or the area around the Nukamatt, Madhouse, etc. The only annoyances are the women who come begging as you pass Simmers, but I never reach into my pocket to give them anything since I know that can set me up for getting mugged later by anyone watching. Basically, I make myself a hard target regardless of whether I take a taxi (only when in company of a female) or when walking. I do happen to know self-defense techniques but prefer to never have to use them (only had to do so once in Dakar, Senegal). Right now I am in Mombasa and I walk among the locals on the back dirt road leading to the main drag. Never have encountered any problems. As for the hotels, I guess I must have gotten one of the not so good rooms at Hotel Central Park. Sure the clientele is different as I believe Kenyan businesspeople and other organizations utilize Hotel Central Park whereas everyday Kenyans seem to frequent Green Court Hotel. As far as security goes, I prefer the open space in front of Green Court over the narrow street in front of Central Park (just google Oklahoma City bombing to know what I am talking about; plus the matatu drivers are less of a threat in that regard). Also, whenever I walk, I walk briskly and with purpose so even the few people that call out "my friend" usually have little opportunity to catch up to me unless they want to run after me (none have here in Kenya). What this means is that instead of blowing unnecessary KSH on taxi fare, I can divert it to food, drinks, and fun! Got to love Kenya! I know I do.
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Hotel Kipepeo
[QUOTE=Anzac; 1224514]Is it that bad out by River Road, that the extra 40bucks to stay in the CBD is worth it?
Cheers.[/QUOTE]You haven't told us the price of this hotel Anzac, anyone else with info on this hotel would be appreciated. I looked at their website, it seems fine but no price list. Any info on the surrounding talent such as street walkers would be great.
Looking forward to your report jiddydus!
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[QUOTE=Norweez; 1225189]You haven't told us the price of this hotel Anzac, anyone else with info on this hotel would be appreciated. I looked at their website, it seems fine but no price list. Any info on the surrounding talent such as street walkers would be great.
Looking forward to your report jiddydus![/QUOTE]The latest price info I have for Kipepeo is 4, 000ksh for a double room which dates back to several months ago. Bear in mind that inflation has risen over the past several months and certain hotels have tacked on an additional surcharge like Kahama in Bamburi / Mombasa. Not sure if Kipepeo has done the same. Additionally, others have slightly raised their rate, so the case could be either of these two scenarios.
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[QUOTE=Norweez; 1225189]You haven't told us the price of this hotel Anzac, anyone else with info on this hotel would be appreciated. I looked at their website, it seems fine but no price list. Any info on the surrounding talent such as street walkers would be great.
Looking forward to your report jiddydus![/QUOTE]Thanks guys for replying and your input. Norweez, Kipepeo quoted me 65USD per night for a double room.
There is a $40 difference between there and a hotel right in the middle of the CBD ie. Chester house.
All things considered, I think I will pay the extra on this my first trip and stay in the central location where everything.
I want is within short walking distance.
Cheers.
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Interesting
[QUOTE=Jiggydus;1225107]. instead of blowing unnecessary KSH on taxi fare, I can divert it to food, drinks, and fun! .[/QUOTE]Indeed an interesting point of view! However, I wish you all the best and particularly good luck!
Cheers!
Hesekiels
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As of the Mombasa thread.
I have read the whole page and found no information as to the prices of girls or where to find them.
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[QUOTE=James02; 1229356]As of the Mombasa thread.
I have read the whole page and found no information as to the prices of girls or where to find them.[/QUOTE]Maby you look in wrong forum. Or you think. With this text. I must not look in forum. Joke of the day.
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[QUOTE=James02; 1229356]As of the Mombasa thread.
I have read the whole page and found no information as to the prices of girls or where to find them.[/QUOTE]IF you read the forum, there is lot of information about prices and location. Kenya is best destinantion to find P4P in East Africa.
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[QUOTE=James02; 1229356]As of the Mombasa thread.
I have read the whole page and found no information as to the prices of girls or where to find them.[/QUOTE]"whole page". And what about the other 93?
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Benefit of the doubt
[QUOTE=James02; 1229356]As of the Mombasa thread.
I have read the whole page and found no information as to the prices of girls or where to find them.[/QUOTE]I shall assume that English is not your first language and that reading many posts is difficult.
The minimum most posters here regard as acceptable for short time: between 500-1000.
The minimum for long time: 1000-1500.
I had many for free and never had a complaint when I offered 1000. (This is 25 + encounters between Nairobi and Mombasa).
The only girl I did LT with was free. We seemed to really enjoy each others' company.
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[QUOTE=WombToTomb; 1229798]I shall assume that English is not your first language and that reading many posts is difficult.
The minimum most posters here regard as acceptable for short time: between 500-1000.
The minimum for long time: 1000-1500.
I had many for free and never had a complaint when I offered 1000. (This is 25 + encounters between Nairobi and Mombasa).
The only girl I did LT with was free. We seemed to really enjoy each others' company.[/QUOTE]Thanks.
That sound pritty cheap for priceing and much cheaper then the likes of Thiland and batam in indonisia.
I read somewhere ells on the net that you don't find these girls in bars you find them on the beaches, is this correct?
And which do you think is best Mombasa or Nairobi.
Thanks.
James02
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[QUOTE=James02; 1230208]Thanks.
That sound pritty cheap for priceing and much cheaper then the likes of Thiland and batam in indonisia.
I read somewhere ells on the net that you don't find these girls in bars you find them on the beaches, is this correct?
And which do you think is best Mombasa or Nairobi.
Thanks.
James02[/QUOTE]I was just recently in Nairobi. Met a European guy who was visiting from Mombasa where he lived. He was bragging to me about what he was paying in Mombasa. At the end of the day in Nairobi, he was paying 2k ST for fat ugly chicks. Don't be surprised that girls at places like Simmers and Madhouse are quoting in USD now. I walked away from some chick at madhouse who wanted 150usd. Given the fact that she let me walk away means she's getting it.
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[QUOTE=James02; 1230208]Thanks.
That sound pritty cheap for priceing and much cheaper then the likes of Thiland and batam in indonisia.
I read somewhere ells on the net that you don't find these girls in bars you find them on the beaches, is this correct?
And which do you think is best Mombasa or Nairobi.
Thanks.
James02[/QUOTE]In Nairobi there is no beach. But you can find girls everywhere. In night you can find girls for P4P in the clubs in westland, town and other places. In westland you can also pick non pro girls. In westland they are 4 to 5 clubs on walking distance and the area is safe. In town you should always go in taxis.