Mombasa

[Rat Traveler]

Strange, I'm in your same condition but reading this forum gave me the opposite impression: stay in Mtwapa and visit Bamburi during the day. Can't you cancel?

I would be able to cancel as they didn't require any deposit. In fact, I was a bit shocked that I was able to make a reservation with almost no information provided other than my name. I'm still on the fence about Big Tree though, the only complaint I've heard about it is that the rooms are only okay. My preference is good location and being close to the action. However, it would suck if it was nonstop noise until 4 am bleeding into my room. I'm only a month away from my trip also, so at this point in leaning towards Big Tree.

[Rat Traveler]

I forgot to say that my girl in Mombasa has the car license, so she can now drive a car for you. You rent the car or she will rent for you and then she will drive everywhere you want.

And she will do far more, as she knows a lot of girls there she can find the girls of your taste, one or two or more when you want, organize health tests, and many other things like cooking, cleaning, etc.

No sex I think, but she is of a very good company.

And she is beautiful even if a bit strong body for me, I prefer small ones. But beautiful body.

So if you want to hire her pm me and I can ask her about your needs or give her contact directly if she agree.

That would be cool, just in case I get there and feel like I'm not finding enough to do. As you can probably tell by my initial post, transportation is one of my main concerns and it would be nice to have a reliable connection. I believe my newbie status on this forum prevents me from sending PMs at this time, however I would be grateful if you were able to PM me instead.

[Bajuni]

From Big Tree to Mtwapa and back, you have the local matatu plying the short route 24/7.

For little money.

Just be aware of pick pockets.

[Albert9989]

I forgot to say that my girl in Mombasa has the car license, so she can now drive a car for you. You rent the car or she will rent for you and then she will drive everywhere you want.

And she will do far more, as she knows a lot of girls there she can find the girls of your taste, one or two or more when you want, organize health tests, and many other things like cooking, cleaning, etc.

No sex I think, but she is of a very good company.

And she is beautiful even if a bit strong body for me, I prefer small ones. But beautiful body.

So if you want to hire her pm me and I can ask her about your needs or give her contact directly if she agree.

[Albert9989]

If I am in Big Tree, I go to Casourina in Mwtapa almost every night. I usually walked to Cheers and took taxi there. In front of Casourina there are always taxis ready to take you back to the Big Tree, they are fighting about you. So no worry. Big Tree has a regural taxi driver, Peter, not working for Big Tree but he is there in daytime and evening waiting for customers. Not at late night. You can make deal with him to take you there and back, or somewhere else. He knows all the places, and he is big guy, he can be considered as security guy also. Also taxi drivers in the Cheers, in walking distance, you can hire them to take you there and come to pick you, or even wait for you whole evening. Take their numbers. Just. If they say they are coming, they are on a way. That is not necessarily true, they may be far far away, they just don't want to lose your ride. Don't believe, take another taxi or motobike.

Uber is cheaper but I don't use myself. Motobike is cheaper, and faster, and you can get them everywhere immediately. I use them a lot, but I am always scared for my life in motobike, because of traffic.

In Kenya, Nairobi or Mombasa I use BOLT application similar to Uber and very efficient, even from Big Tree or Cheers I always got taxi quickly and for everywhere.

I just had an issue in Nairobi with the last one I took from Westland to Airport, the price displayed in the app was 1700 Ksh but when we arrived at the airport the driver asked me 1900 in cash!

Looks like a scam as with this app I always pay with the app and on a credit card I sue for that. Once agreed at start, the price is automatically taken from your card, nothing to do, just say bye to the driver, no prob at all except for this one.

After a long discussion on the parking of airport, I took all cash I had in my pocket, 1600 and gave it to him. The app took also the normal price which was 1700.

But I contacted the BOLT support immediately via the app and after 24 hrs they refund me the 1700 saying that they will deal with this driver immediately.

Another scaring issue is that they drive with tank empty or quite. One stopped 200 meters before destination because of no more fuel!!

And the one for airport had the empty tank warning lighting all the time, but he stopped at a fuel station and ask for 1. 5 liter of fuel! And we arrived at the airport!

Other issue is that BOLT taxis don't have access to parking like the one of train station, Mombasa or Nairobi, so you can find them waiting outside the parking, bit s cary as usually we arrive at light.

But I had my local girl friend with me for the train helping a lot in these situation.

[Leblon]

Long time lurker, first time poster here. After reading many posts on the Mombasa page, I decided that this was the best place for me to visit as I do like the darker ladies. This forum has been helpful to get an idea of things to beware of, but in all truthfulness I've been to a few other countries known for girls and I've seen my share of bullshit. But this page has taught me that the police are more of a concern than the girl in this location.

When I made my plans, older posts led me to believe that Big Tree was where I want to stay, so I immediately reserved a room for my entire three week stay. 28 euros per night to stay on the beach seems better than other places in this beach area. I started the process of talking to girls on dating sites. It's obvious that some are working girls, and when I tell them where I'm staying they all comment that the rooms and facilities there suck. Most insist I should have gone the Airbnb route. Airbnb shows some great apartments in south mtwapa which would be nice because ID like to visit the clubs there.

I'm still convinced though that Big Tree was a good choice. I guess my only concern would be that I want to visit the mtwapa clubs during the night time. If I decide to make mtwapa a nightly visit and use an app like Uber to get a motortaxi, is it reasonable to assume that I won't have any issues in the night time coming back and forth at late hours?

If I am in Big Tree, I go to Casourina in Mwtapa almost every night. I usually walked to Cheers and took taxi there. In front of Casourina there are always taxis ready to take you back to the Big Tree, they are fighting about you. So no worry. Big Tree has a regural taxi driver, Peter, not working for Big Tree but he is there in daytime and evening waiting for customers. Not at late night. You can make deal with him to take you there and back, or somewhere else. He knows all the places, and he is big guy, he can be considered as security guy also. Also taxi drivers in the Cheers, in walking distance, you can hire them to take you there and come to pick you, or even wait for you whole evening. Take their numbers. Just. If they say they are coming, they are on a way. That is not necessarily true, they may be far far away, they just don't want to lose your ride. Don't believe, take another taxi or motobike.

Uber is cheaper but I don't use myself. Motobike is cheaper, and faster, and you can get them everywhere immediately. I use them a lot, but I am always scared for my life in motobike, because of traffic.

[Mombie75]

Long time lurker, first time poster here. After reading many posts on the Mombasa page, I decided that this was the best place for me to visit as I do like the darker ladies. This forum has been helpful to get an idea of things to beware of, but in all truthfulness I've been to a few other countries known for girls and I've seen my share of bullshit. But this page has taught me that the police are more of a concern than the girl in this location.

When I made my plans, older posts led me to believe that Big Tree was where I want to stay, so I immediately reserved a room for my entire three week stay. 28 euros per night to stay on the beach seems better than other places in this beach area. I started the process of talking to girls on dating sites. It's obvious that some are working girls, and when I tell them where I'm staying they all comment that the rooms and facilities there suck. Most insist I should have gone the Airbnb route. Airbnb shows some great apartments in south mtwapa which would be nice because ID like to visit the clubs there.

I'm still convinced though that Big Tree was a good choice. I guess my only concern would be that I want to visit the mtwapa clubs during the night time. If I decide to make mtwapa a nightly visit and use an app like Uber to get a motortaxi, is it reasonable to assume that I won't have any issues in the night time coming back and forth at late hours?

I use bolt instead of uber. Use a car and not a bike, bikes are just too dangerous. Big Tree to Mtwapa in a bolt will only be a few euros.

Big Tree is ok. The rooms are basic but as you say you are on the beach. I stay on the beach myself when in Mombasa.

Police can not really bother unless you do something stupid. Even if your upset with a girl, just pay her and get rid of her, it is not worth any hassle for a few thousand shillings. Carry your ID its a Police favourite for a little shake down attempt if you do not have it.

[HappyFarang]

Long time lurker, first time poster here. After reading many posts on the Mombasa page, I decided that this was the best place for me to visit as I do like the darker ladies. This forum has been helpful to get an idea of things to beware of, but in all truthfulness I've been to a few other countries known for girls and I've seen my share of bullshit. But this page has taught me that the police are more of a concern than the girl in this location.

When I made my plans, older posts led me to believe that Big Tree was where I want to stay, so I immediately reserved a room for my entire three week stay. 28 euros per night to stay on the beach seems better than other places in this beach area. I started the process of talking to girls on dating sites. It's obvious that some are working girls, and when I tell them where I'm staying they all comment that the rooms and facilities there suck. Most insist I should have gone the Airbnb route. Airbnb shows some great apartments in south mtwapa which would be nice because ID like to visit the clubs there.

I'm still convinced though that Big Tree was a good choice. I guess my only concern would be that I want to visit the mtwapa clubs during the night time. If I decide to make mtwapa a nightly visit and use an app like Uber to get a motortaxi, is it reasonable to assume that I won't have any issues in the night time coming back and forth at late hours?

Strange, I'm in your same condition but reading this forum gave me the opposite impression: stay in Mtwapa and visit Bamburi during the day. Can't you cancel?

[Neddy69]

Long time lurker, first time poster here. After reading many posts on the Mombasa page, I decided that this was the best place for me to visit as I do like the darker ladies. This forum has been helpful to get an idea of things to beware of, but in all truthfulness I've been to a few other countries known for girls and I've seen my share of bullshit. But this page has taught me that the police are more of a concern than the girl in this location.

When I made my plans, older posts led me to believe that Big Tree was where I want to stay, so I immediately reserved a room for my entire three week stay. 28 euros per night to stay on the beach seems better than other places in this beach area. I started the process of talking to girls on dating sites. It's obvious that some are working girls, and when I tell them where I'm staying they all comment that the rooms and facilities there suck. Most insist I should have gone the Airbnb route. Airbnb shows some great apartments in south mtwapa which would be nice because ID like to visit the clubs there.

I'm still convinced though that Big Tree was a good choice. I guess my only concern would be that I want to visit the mtwapa clubs during the night time. If I decide to make mtwapa a nightly visit and use an app like Uber to get a motortaxi, is it reasonable to assume that I won't have any issues in the night time coming back and forth at late hours?

Don't underestimate the ladies. Many will steal given the chance. As for late night travel from Mtwapa to Bamburi there's the famous police check point on Mtwapa bridge where police will shake you down for a bribe. Take at least a copy of your passport. Although the interior secretary said that he wants to get rid of all police checkpoints. Make sure the girl carries an ID. Big Tree is for sure the cheapest place on North coast right on the sea. The rooms are renovated but basic. There's is always some girls for take out. In the evening. Be aware that there's a number of bad apples on North coast. They're working together with Bamburis finest. The police is just across the road from Cheers. They will try to nail you for some imaginative offences. Sex with minors is popular. Use of Sex Toys or taking nasty videos is no good idea. They fall under the sexual offences law. Fake or no IDs are very common. Drink spiking also goes on. Always take your beer with you to the loo. Smoking banghi is illegal.

I think that covered most.

Mwalimu.

[Rat Traveler]

Long time lurker, first time poster here. After reading many posts on the Mombasa page, I decided that this was the best place for me to visit as I do like the darker ladies. This forum has been helpful to get an idea of things to beware of, but in all truthfulness I've been to a few other countries known for girls and I've seen my share of bullshit. But this page has taught me that the police are more of a concern than the girl in this location.

When I made my plans, older posts led me to believe that Big Tree was where I want to stay, so I immediately reserved a room for my entire three week stay. 28 euros per night to stay on the beach seems better than other places in this beach area. I started the process of talking to girls on dating sites. It's obvious that some are working girls, and when I tell them where I'm staying they all comment that the rooms and facilities there suck. Most insist I should have gone the Airbnb route. Airbnb shows some great apartments in south mtwapa which would be nice because ID like to visit the clubs there.

I'm still convinced though that Big Tree was a good choice. I guess my only concern would be that I want to visit the mtwapa clubs during the night time. If I decide to make mtwapa a nightly visit and use an app like Uber to get a motortaxi, is it reasonable to assume that I won't have any issues in the night time coming back and forth at late hours?

[TiVida]

Prestige Leisure Apartments have been mentioned as GF but google only throws up Prestige Leisure Hotel- is this the same place? Also would appreciate a recommendation for a GF Airbnb, its hard to tell from listings as some places have staff living in compounds and may not be GF and I don't want to find that out after booking and paying for several nights. I.

[Reiner Otto]

Cowrieshells appartments in Bamburi Beach girl friendly.

[Reiner Otto]

Not being a nightowl, to visit the clubs mentioned, I had very good expirience using Tinder. First meeting usully in a cafe or other public space.

My favourite restaurant in Bamburi beach was CharChoma, because of very good barbecue, good location and reasonable prices. Few freelancers there to be found in the evening.

Safari-Inn also had good talent on Tuesdays and Fridays evenings; also good place to meet some expats.

BigTree beach bar also a reasonable place to find a girl, afternoon or early evening.

Had my girl with me on safari, to Tsavo-East and West. West was very good, probably will go there again. Recommended lodge: saltlick. Very good location, rooms and meals. Next time I will do booking directly with them, they offer very good package for 2 nights, incl. Train and transfer and entrance fee. Definitely cheaper than via agency. Check their website saltlick safari lodge DOT com.

[Mombie75]

Pc, thanks, great info on hotels in Mtwapa.

I agree with Leblon.

Mtwapa is not for the average traveler or monger who does not know Africa. Far better off down Bamburi beach or Nyali. I would stay in Mtwapa myself if it was not a pain to travel down to Bamburi beach or City mall. I just need some fresh air and a bit of space away from the dusty hussle and bussle of Mtwapa. On top of that after 20 yrs of coming to Mombasa I get such good prices on Bamburi beach I just end up having a few trips up to Mtwapa month.

[Leblon]

Prestige leisure apartments 3000 no breakfast regular room 2500 breakfast included very nice pool girl friendly no charge for guest just make sure she has her ID in person or on her phone prime comfort hotel 3000 apartments breakfast included small pool very girl friendly no charge for guest they were supposed to open a new wing down the street maybe they raise the prices if you stay in the new wing if its new everything should work LOL. My first trip stay at merry villa in 2020 great location its more expensive than the previous 2 hotels don t recall the prices but if you had a apartments you can bring a girl in with no extra charge no breakfast either if you had a single room breakfast would be included if you had a single room they would charge a guest fee I think it was 500 if you have a double room no guest fee. On my last trip in March 2023 I stay in a Airbnb just across the street from eagles nest I was charge 3000 per night if I stay longer she would have given me a discount I think her monthly rate was 60000 . Had no air con I only lasted 4 days had to get a place with air con. First time Visitors Mtwapa is the place to stay after you hit the ground you can look around and see what works for the best for you.

Good information, Pcdilwj.

I would just like to comment about this first time visitor. Mwtapa is good place for first timer if he has already been in Africa or at least in developing countries. However, if this is first time outside Europe or USA, I recommend to take one of the hotels from Bamburi beach, and do visits to Mwtapa from there. Mwtapa has crazy traffic, it is hot and noisy and dusty. I remember one commentator who was shocked and bitter that he was recommended Mwtapa, town was too much for him.

In beach, climate is cooler, it is more peaceful and hotels are more developed. More expensive also. From Mwtapa it takes some effort and time to go beach.