Ninzi Hill Hotel

I had a wonderful visit with Ninzi hotel! Great location near the convenience store on the corner where the taxis wait (and motos if you are brave). Also a short walk to two great cafes with free wifi (Magda, my favorite and Chocolat upstairs.) The rooms are clean and have everything you need. The staff is super helpful and it's fun to figure out who prefers french or english! I spoke french to the breakfast staff, only to learn 5 days later that they prefer english. Meanwhile, if you speak french to the owner, he will do you a favor like permit you to check out at 6 pm for no extra charge! The cost is reasonable, I paid $60/night in Jan 2013. The hotels that cater to foreigners such as Mille Collines (amazing fish brochettes) and Serena cost $250-300/night. Ninzi is much more local. I see others complain of theft, and all I can say is that when staying at any hotel in Africa (of any price), I always keep my room key with me at all times. I never have the staff clean when I am out of the hotel. Of course, I am often traveling for research and have over $5,000 cash with me.