La Mada Hotel, Nairobi ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

Tika Road, Next To The National Security Intelligence Service Headquarters, Nairobi, Kenya, 00100

La Mada Hotel, established in 2006, offers a tranquil escape next to Karura Forest in Nairobi. Its unique setting combines urban convenience with the beauty of nature, attracting travelers who appreciate both aspects. The hotel features a rich variety of fauna, including monkeys and diverse bird species, while providing access to key city attractions. Guests can enjoy an outdoor pool with BBQ facilities, enhancing their relaxation experience.

Location

La Mada Hotel is located just 7 km from Nairobi's city center and 15 km from Wilson Airport, making it easily accessible. The area provides opportunities to explore nearby attractions like the Mutindwa Market and the RaMoMa Art Gallery. Guests can enjoy the natural beauty of Nairobi National Park or Karura Forest while being close to urban amenities.

Rooms

The hotel has 35 rooms, designed with comfort and modern amenities. Each room includes premium bedding, air conditioning, free WiFi, and a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries. Selected rooms feature a seating area with a sofa and a refrigerator, catering to varied guest preferences. Room service is available 24 hours to enhance guest convenience.

Eat & Drink

La Mada Hotel houses an on-site restaurant that serves a variety of à la carte dishes. Guests can also enjoy hot beverages at the café or refreshing drinks at the poolside bar. A complimentary breakfast buffet is offered, providing a convenient start to the day. Dining experiences are designed to cater to diverse tastes while ensuring quality and freshness.

Leisure & Business

The hotel features an outdoor pool surrounded by a sun-lounger terrace, perfect for relaxation. For fitness enthusiasts, a 24-hour fitness center is available. The property includes six meeting rooms suitable for various events, providing essential amenities for business travelers. Additional facilities include concierge services, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a hairdresser.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Room

Max:

2 persons

37 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Bathtub

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Executive Suite

Max:

2 persons

74 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Bathtub

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Nairobi 6.4 km

Airports

Wilson (WIL) 15.0 km

Jomo Kenyatta (NBO) 22.1 km

Train

Nairobi Railway Station 6.2 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Currency exchange
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Billiard tables

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Dryer

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
BBQ facilities

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Dressing area
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Tika Road, Next To The National Security Intelligence Service Headquarters, Nairobi, Kenya, 00100

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Tika Road, Next To The National Security Intelligence Service Headquarters, Nairobi, Kenya, 00100

City landmarks

Forest

Karura Forest

2.5 km

Pangani

3.2 km

Golf Course

Muthaiga Golf Club

2.3 km

Garden Estate

2.1 km

Library

Kenya National Archives

5.8 km

Links Road Nyali

Nairobi Mamba Village

2.7 km

Kariobangi

2.5 km

Bayer East Africa

1.6 km

University

KCA University

920 m

Autokino

770 m

St. Benedict's Catholic Church

770 m

Church

St. Benedict Church

780 m

GSU Mosque

800 m

Sharks Palace

Luna Park at Sharks Palace

1.3 km

Students Cafeteria

950 m

N.Y.S and Mosque

1.1 km

Huruma

3.5 km

Salvation Army

1.3 km

St Mauras Catholic Church

1.3 km

Church

Nairobi Lighthouse Church

1.3 km

Judiciary Training Institute

1.4 km

Farm

Fairview Coffee Estate

2.1 km

Word of Truth

1.4 km

PCEA Church and Junior Academy

1.4 km

Nairobi Gospel Assembly Complex

1.5 km

Church

Nairobi Gospel Assembly Church

1.5 km

Narrow gateway restoration

1.5 km

St Benedict Parish

1.5 km

Soul Winning church

1.5 km

anglican church of kenya

1.5 km

Nearby

University

KCA University

190 m

Students Cafeteria

190 m

Church

St. Benedict Church

190 m

St. Benedict's Catholic Church

190 m

Autokino

190 m

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

64%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Friendly staff

Clean rooms

Remote location

Basic dining

6.4/10

Nice

Rooms

6.8

Location

5.0

Service

9.2

Dining

5.2

Philip

United States, September 2024

5.8/10

My stay at this hotel was quite a mix. On the bright side, the friendly staff made my experience enjoyable, and the rooms, although a bit dated, were comfortable enough for a good night's sleep. The location, however, felt a bit remote, making it hard to find nearby activities. The dining options were adequate, but nothing to rave about. Overall, it offers decent value for money, but it could definitely use some updates.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were small, intimate, and comfortable, but they felt quite basic for the price paid. There were some squeaky floorboards, and the decor was pretty old-fashioned, including the TV.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent! The staff was very kind, polite, and always greeted me with a smile. They were attentive and even checked on my food order promptly.

Location

5.0

The hotel is situated in the middle of nowhere, which made it challenging to explore nearby attractions. It wasn't the easiest place to find upon arrival.

Dining

5.0

Dining was okay, but not great. The options were very basic, and it felt like the food came from cartons that weren't filled properly.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities were fairly basic and didn’t impress me much, but they were functional.

Pamela

United States, August 2024

6.2/10

The hotel offers a charming and intimate atmosphere, making it quite comfortable. The staff was incredibly kind and professional, which made my stay enjoyable. However, the location is somewhat isolated, making it challenging to access attractions, and I found the dining options to be quite limited. Overall, it's a decent choice, but some improvements could really elevate the experience.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were cozy but a bit dated, and I did notice some squeaky floorboards, which made me worry about disturbing my neighbors.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch! The staff was very polite, responsive, and always had a smile, which made me feel welcomed.

Location

5.0

The hotel is situated in the middle of nowhere, which made it difficult to find and access other places.

Dining

5.0

Dining was somewhat lacking – I felt the options were limited, possibly due to fewer guests during my stay.

Facilities

6.0

Facilities were decent but could use some updates. I didn't get to explore much, but what I saw seemed functional.

Peter

United States, August 2024

7.0/10

I stayed at this hotel, and while the location found me in a secluded area, which felt quite remote, the warm and welcoming staff made my experience better. The rooms were intimate and comfortable, although I noticed some squeaky floorboards. Overall, it felt a bit basic for the price I paid, but the service was phenomenal and left a lasting impression.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were small yet intimate and comfortable, but I could hear some squeaky floorboards.

Service

10.0

The service was absolutely phenomenal, with friendly and solicitous staff who truly cared about my comfort.

Location

5.0

The hotel is simply in the middle of nowhere, which made it a bit challenging to find.

Dining

Facilities

William

United States, July 2024

6.0/10

I had a decent stay at the hotel, which was quite clean and intimate. The staff was friendly and really doing their best, even though the environment wasn't perfect. The location, however, is a bit isolated, making it hard to find anything around. The room was comfortable but somewhat small for the price I paid, and the breakfast offerings were below par.

Rooms

7.0

The room was small and intimate, but it was comfortable. I did notice some squeaky floorboards, so I was a bit anxious about disturbing the neighboring rooms.

Service

8.0

The staff was very friendly and accommodating, trying their best to ensure a good experience despite the challenges.

Location

5.0

The hotel is simply in the middle of nowhere, which makes it a bit difficult to explore nearby attractions.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were very basic; the breakfast was okay but not great.

Facilities

6.0

Facilities were limited, and although the environment wasn't ideal, the cleanliness was appreciated.

Laura

United States, July 2024

6.6/10

The hotel has a beautiful setting with friendly staff who go above and beyond to help, making for a pleasant stay. However, the rooms, though clean, are quite old and can be a bit noisy, which is not ideal. The dining experience left much to be desired as the food quality was lacking and the menu options were quite limited. Overall, for the price I paid, I expected a bit more in terms of room quality and dining.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were clean but quite old, and I noticed some squeaky floorboards, which made me conscious of disturbing the neighbouring rooms.

Service

10.0

The service was absolutely phenomenal. The staff were very kind, polite, and always smiling, even in a challenging environment.

Location

6.0

The hotel is in the middle of nowhere, which makes it a bit hard to find. However, the green area is nice and still fairly close to the CBD.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was a bit disappointing; the food was OK but not great, possibly due to the limited number of guests.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel had basic facilities, but nothing stood out as exceptional.

Rob

United States, June 2024

7.0/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel, which was clean and very comfortable. The service was phenomenal and the staff made me feel welcome right away. However, the dining options were quite basic and could use some improvement. The location was decent, being in a green area but a bit removed from the main attractions, which made it a bit inconvenient at times.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were small but very intimate and comfortable. I did notice some squeaky floorboards, which made me a bit conscious about disturbing the neighbors.

Service

10.0

The service was absolutely phenomenal! The staff was friendly, solicitous, and they adeptly handled my food orders.

Location

6.0

The location is quite isolated, which made it feel like it was in the middle of nowhere at times. However, it's in a green area, which adds to the charm.

Dining

5.0

Dining was very basic. With few guests, the menu choices were limited, but the food I had was okay.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had decent facilities, but nothing luxurious that stood out during my stay.

Michael

United States, June 2024

6.6/10

I had a cozy stay at this hotel, where I found the rooms intimate and comfortable, but they felt a bit basic considering the price. The staff here were super friendly and really made me feel welcome. However, the location is quite isolated, which might not be for everyone, and dining options were somewhat limited. Overall, it was a decent experience, though not without its drawbacks.

Rooms

7.0

The room was small but intimate and comfortable, although it felt basic given the price I paid.

Service

9.0

The staff were friendly and very attentive, which made my stay much more enjoyable.

Location

5.0

The hotel is located in the middle of nowhere, making it a bit difficult to access other places.

Dining

6.0

The dining was okay but limited. I expected more variety in the menu choices.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent but not outstanding, which was a bit disappointing considering the overall ambiance.

Lee

United States, May 2024

6.2/10

I stayed at a hotel that had clean and comfortable rooms, along with very friendly staff who were always attentive. However, I found the location to be quite remote, making it difficult to explore nearby attractions. The dining options were basic, which was a bit disappointing given the price point. Overall, it was decent, but not ideal for those wanting convenience and variety in food.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were small, intimate, and quite comfortable, but I noticed some squeaky floorboards that made me conscious of disturbing neighboring guests.

Service

9.0

The staff was friendly and very solicitous. They served me the food I ordered with a great attitude.

Location

5.0

The hotel is situated in the middle of nowhere, which made it quite a challenge to find and explore the surroundings.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were very basic, and while it was okay, it definitely could have been better given the lack of guests.

Facilities

6.0

Facilities were decent but nothing luxurious that stood out.

Friendly staff

Remote location

Sarah

United States, April 2024

6.4/10

I had a lovely stay at this small and intimate hotel where the friendly staff really made me feel welcome. The rooms were comfortable, although the squeaky floorboards made me a bit self-conscious about disturbing the neighbors. The location was quite remote, which might not be appealing to everyone, but it did add to the hotel's charm. The dining was very basic, which could use some improvement, but overall, I found the experience to be good value for money.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were small, intimate, and comfortable, though I did notice some squeaky floorboards.

Service

9.0

The staff were very friendly and made sure I felt at home during my stay.

Location

5.0

The hotel is really in the middle of nowhere, so finding it was a bit tricky, but once there, the greenery surrounding it was quite nice.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were very basic and lacked variety, which was a bit disappointing.

Facilities

6.0

I enjoyed the basic facilities available, but nothing felt particularly luxurious.

Bill

United States, April 2024

6.8/10

I had a pleasant stay overall, as the hotel offered a clean and comfortable environment, along with friendly staff who made me feel welcomed. However, the rooms were a bit small, and I found some aspects like the breakfast to be rather basic. The location is quite secluded, which might not be ideal for everyone, but it's charming in its own way.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were small yet intimate and comfortable, although the floorboards squeaked a bit, making me conscious of disturbing neighbors.

Service

9.0

The staff was incredibly friendly, and their professionalism really gave me a good feeling during my stay.

Location

5.0

The hotel is situated in the middle of nowhere, surrounded by nature, which is nice but can make things a little tricky to find.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were very basic, and while the food was okay, it definitely could use some improvement.