Nairobi

[Member #4480]

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.

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.

[Member #4148]

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.

And I am white.

[Jiggydus]

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. Any comments on how dangerous. Real or percieved Nairobi is compared to other cities mentioned. Bottom line. Is it that bad out by River Road, that the extra 40bucks to stay in the CBD is worth it?

Cheers.

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.

[Willyboy]

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. Any comments on how dangerous. Real or percieved Nairobi is compared to other cities mentioned. Bottom line. Is it that bad out by River Road, that the extra 40bucks to stay in the CBD is worth it?

Cheers.

Wath is DANGEROUS? That you are in wrong thiming in the wrong places. One aircraft is in chrash, you was in the wrong aircraft in the wrong thime.

[Anzac]

Hi gents,

I've done a quick RTFF but know luck.

Does anyone have experience staying at the Hotel Kipepeo?

It looks ok on the website, reasonable price for a double and quite central.

Any pros / cons?

Cheers.

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. Any comments on how dangerous. Real or percieved Nairobi is compared to other cities mentioned. Bottom line . Is it that bad out by River Road, that the extra 40bucks to stay in the CBD is worth it?

Cheers.

[Anzac]

Hi gents,

I've done a quick RTFF but know luck.

Does anyone have experience staying at the Hotel Kipepeo?

It looks ok on the website, reasonable price for a double and quite central.

Any pros / cons?

Cheers.

[AhmedB75]

Trying to decide between these two for my first visit to Africa next month. Is it worth paying about $25 / night extra to be next door to Madhouse? At NOA, are taxis available 24/7 and how long does it take to get to the center considering the notorious Nairobi traffic? Does either place have in-room safes?

Recommendations welcome!

I spent one week at N. O. A. Last year. Taxi are available 24 hours. Just ask the security guy to order one for you (BTW, they can also order a girl / girls if you do not want to move your a.). However, it can take half an hour or longer to the city centre (depends on traffic). In general, N. O. A. Is a nice place and I enjoyed my stay there. There are safes in the bedrooms. Important for me: it's quite at night while Chester House could be loud as hell all the night.

There are many apartments options now in Nairobi. Just google "Nairobi apartments".

Have fun

[Member #4480]

This is for coal burner.

What is the name of the short time hotel around the corner form Ctral Park hotel. You said 700. Can't find it.

Is it on Latema Road

Just confirming that it's on Mfangano. The name is Hotel Orchard; next to Tuskys. BTW, there are many of these 'kind' of hotels in the immediate area, but this one just happened to be convenient to the Central park where I was staying. Looks like hell outside, but much better inside than say the likes of the Terminal Hotel.

[Willyboy]

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[DjDemoDjDemo]

I agree there is too much choice here in Nairobi and Kenya in general. That is the only reason I said it is crazy to spend a lot as I have even jammed a few chicks for nothing more than food (I think at most I spent 300 to 600ksh) , and one lady I will be jamming a bit later actually treated me to drinks (how refreshing, and she has one hell of an ass!). I think the Chinese dudes here are the real suckers, and that is what I observed at Madhouse one night. If you are Chinese, don't take it personal as some of my best friends from college were Japanese, Chinese, Korean and Indian (the dot type). Yeah I know I am not PC.

I prefer to find someone I get on with, and then it's really just the cost of drinks. And maybe the cab in the morning.

The most I ever paid was someone I picked up in the bar from the Serena hotel. But when they look like (and are dressed like) a super model, with nice teeth, nice hair, nice smelling. And great in bed. Who cares?

My fear with the cheap ones is that they are low cost but high volume. Which I feel is a more risky session.

[DjDemoDjDemo]

There is one name in Kenya for person like you. FRESH FISH or GREEN TOURIST

If you say so!

I blame being on per diems. Ultimately as long as I feel I'm getting value for money, I'm happy.

[Bulik]

Trying to decide between these two for my first visit to Africa next month. Is it worth paying about $25 / night extra to be next door to Madhouse? At NOA, are taxis available 24/7 and how long does it take to get to the center considering the notorious Nairobi traffic? Does either place have in-room safes?

Recommendations welcome!

I have been staying at Chester House for quite a few years now with no complaints. Anything you can possibly need is within walking distance no need for taxi. The rooms are always nice and clean, good internet and the staff is always helpful. Never had a problem bringing a lady in with me as long as she had an I'd. They have several different rooms types I normally get the deluxe and I think its around $100 per night.

[Jamie69]

Trying to decide between these two for my first visit to Africa next month. Is it worth paying about $25 / night extra to be next door to Madhouse? At NOA, are taxis available 24/7 and how long does it take to get to the center considering the notorious Nairobi traffic? Does either place have in-room safes?

Recommendations welcome!

Chester House does have a small safe in the wardrobe but you need to bring your own padlock (a small one).

[Willyboy]

Trying to decide between these two for my first visit to Africa next month. Is it worth paying about $25 / night extra to be next door to Madhouse? At NOA, are taxis available 24/7 and how long does it take to get to the center considering the notorious Nairobi traffic? Does either place have in-room safes?

Recommendations welcome!

Chester house is in the middle of the aktion. 100 meter from florida. It cost around 100dollar / night. Nairobi taxi. 24 non stop. Nairobi traffic is like HELL. You can stay 1h without moving. Special Friday evening. Traffic to airport can by in 25 minuts it night. But also 2h in toptraffic thime.

[Globalnomad5]

Trying to decide between these two for my first visit to Africa next month. Is it worth paying about $25 / night extra to be next door to Madhouse? At NOA, are taxis available 24/7 and how long does it take to get to the center considering the notorious Nairobi traffic? Does either place have in-room safes?

Recommendations welcome!