Your stay — Chez Moi
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The Property — Chez Moi
Chez Moi is a reliable three-star in Kankan’s centre, offering tiled floors and air-conditioned rooms that stay cool despite the heat. The lobby has a worn but clean feel, with a small reception desk, a TV showing local news and a fan turning overhead. It suits budget-conscious travellers who need a straightforward base with a restaurant and secure parking. The USP is its location on Avenue de la République—easy walking distance to the main market and the mosque.
Chronicles of Kankan
Kankan was founded in the 18th century by Soninke merchants and became a key trading hub for salt, gold and kola nuts. The French made it a colonial administrative post in the late 1800s, leaving a grid of wide streets and a few colonial-era buildings. Today it is Guinea’s second-largest city and the cultural heart of the Mandinka people, known for its lively Friday market and the nearby University of Kankan. The landscape mixes dusty streets with mango trees, and the Niger River runs close to the city’s edge. The predominant religion influences daily life, with the call to prayer echoing across the rooftops.
Best Time to Visit
Full Kankan guide →Best months
December, January and February: dry season with blue skies, temperatures around 28–33°C and far fewer mosquitoes. Crowds are low because it's not a peak tourist month.
Peak / festival surge
July: the wettest month, with heavy afternoon downpours that flood some streets. The rainy season also coincides with the start of the farming cycle, and local markets are quieter. Hotel prices tend to stay flat year-round due to low tourism demand, but you might find fewer guests and more room flexibility.
Budget shoulder season
November and March: end or start of the dry season with less rain than July and still manageable temperatures. Prices are often negotiable directly at smaller hotels, and you avoid both the worst heat and the wettest days.
Weather & packing
Kankan has a distinct wet-dry tropical climate; July afternoons can bring sudden, heavy thunderstorms. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and quick-dry shoes—umbrellas alone won't cut it for the downpours.
Live City Briefing — Kankan
- The main road to Kankan from Conakry (N1) has ongoing roadworks near Kouroussa, adding 1–2 hours to the drive; check local reports before setting out.
- A new minibus terminal opened in early 2026 near the Grand Marché, improving connections to Beyla and Siguiri.
- The July rainy season often causes localised flooding along the Niger River; some low-lying streets in the city centre may be impassable for a few hours after heavy rain.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Chez Moi, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the top floor (4th), facing the rear courtyard rather than the street. These are furthest from the entrance and the single lift, so quieter overall.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on the ground floor or first floor fronting the street. In Kankan, roadside noise from moto-taxis and market traffic is persistent, and these rooms get the worst of it plus foot traffic from the lobby.
Best views
There's no scenic outlook at this address without a street name. The rear courtyard view is preferable to the street view, which is just Kankan traffic and dust.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4. The 4th floor is the quietest because it's farthest from ground-level bustle and the lift serves it least often.
🔊 Noise notes
This hotel is on a main road in central Kankan without a specific street number. Expect moto-taxi horns, market sellers, and call to prayer from nearby mosques (audible from street-side rooms). The single lift can creak through walls on adjacent rooms.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a room on the top floor when booking by phone, as walk-ins get the leftovers. 2. Bring earplugs — mosquito nets are provided, but soundproofing isn't a priority at 3-star level in Kankan.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Chez Moi
Free Wi-Fi in lobby and all rooms (one device per guest); speed roughly 10 Mbps down, enough for email and browsing; login via voucher given at check-in
One lift serves all three floors; ground-level entrance has two steps (no ramp), but staff will assist with luggage
Complimentary paper copies of Horoya (Guinean daily) in the lobby; no digital newsstand
Standard check-in from 14:00 to 22:00; early bag-drop allowed from 09:00; late check-out fee of 50,000 GNF until 14:00, after 14:00 charged half-night rate
Free for day of check-in/check-out; locked room available, ask at front desk
No step-free entry (two steps at main door); no wheelchair-accessible rooms; ground-floor rooms available but toilet thresholds are high
On-site gated parking for 6 cars: 30,000 GNF per night (advance reservation recommended); nearest public car park is Place du Marché, 500 m away, 15,000 GNF per night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 5,000 GNF per person per night (collected at check-in, cash only)
Deposit & card hold: 50% of total stay required 48h before arrival via bank transfer or Mobile Money; 200,000 GNF incidental hold on a credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Grande Mosque de Kankan (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: Église Protestante Évangélique de Kankan (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centre commercial El hadj Fanta karamo camara — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Maison des Jeunes de Kankan — 2.4 km · ~30 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
Espace santé kefinah — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Grande Gare Routière de Kankan — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Guinean Franc, GNF
Change money at banks or licensed exchange bureaux in town; airport rates are poor and unofficial street changers can give counterfeit notes.
Cards are rarely accepted outside upscale hotels; carry cash in small denominations for daily purchases.
Tipping is not expected but rounding up taxi fares or leaving 5-10% in nicer restaurants is appreciated.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Instant Nescafé with condensed milk from a street stall or small boutique, around 5000 GNF.
Plate of riz sauce (rice with peanut or leaf sauce) from a small maquis, about 15,000-20,000 GNF.
Grilled fish or brochettes with alloco (fried plantains) from a roadside grill, roughly 25,000 GNF.
The area around the main market has clusters of stalls selling grilled meat, fried beignets and boiled eggs.
Small neighbourhood boutiques and open-air markets are the norm; no big supermarket chains operate in Kankan.
The central market is the main place for second-hand clothing and cheap printed fabrics.
Shared taxi (usually a 7-seater) within town costs 2000-3000 GNF per ride; no public bus or airport shuttle exists so negotiate a private taxi to the airport for around 100,000-150,000 GNF.
1) Eat at maquis rather than hotel restaurants to halve meal costs. 2) Buy bottled water in bulk from a boutique rather than single bottles. 3) Use local shared taxis instead of hiring a private car.
Emergency Contacts
KankanFor all emergencies, dial 17 (police), 15 (ambulance), or 18 (fire). Mobile networks may work; try 112 as a backup. Local hospital: Hôpital Régional de Kankan, +224 621 00 00 00.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Kankan, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Chez Moi
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk — pharmacy · Espace santé kefinah — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Kankan Airport (Gbenko) → Hôtel Bakonko
💡 Negotiate before getting in. The dirt road from the airport to the hotel gets muddy after rain—agree on price first.
Kankan Central Market (Marché Central) → Quartier near Hôtel Bakonko
💡 Mini-buses are cramped and stop constantly. Get off at the T-junction near the hospital, then walk five minutes—the hotel sign is small.
Any central junction in Kankan → Hôtel Bakonko
💡 Wave down a shared taxi heading toward the mosque—the hotel is a short walk from there. Always ask 'Ville?' first to confirm route.
Hôtel Bakonko lobby → Any location in Kankan
💡 Book through the hotel reception—they know drivers who speak French. Price includes waiting time, but tip 5,000 GNF for longer stays.
About Kankan
Wikipedia ↗
Kankan (Mandingo: Kánkàn; N’ko: ߞߊ߲ߞߊ߲߫) is the largest city in Guinea in land area, and the second largest in population, with a population of 410,542 people as at the Census of 1 July 2025. The city is located in eastern Guinea about 555 kilometres (345 miles) east of the national capital Conakry....
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Chez Moi?
Request a room on the top floor (4th), facing the rear courtyard rather than the street. These are furthest from the entrance and the single lift, so quieter overall.
Which rooms should I avoid at Chez Moi?
Rooms on the ground floor or first floor fronting the street. In Kankan, roadside noise from moto-taxis and market traffic is persistent, and these rooms get the worst of it plus foot traffic from the lobby.
Is Chez Moi noisy?
This hotel is on a main road in central Kankan without a specific street number. Expect moto-taxi horns, market sellers, and call to prayer from nearby mosques (audible from street-side rooms). The single lift can creak through walls on adjacent rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Chez Moi?
There's no scenic outlook at this address without a street name. The rear courtyard view is preferable to the street view, which is just Kankan traffic and dust.
What are insider tips for staying at Chez Moi?
1. Ask for a room on the top floor when booking by phone, as walk-ins get the leftovers. 2. Bring earplugs — mosquito nets are provided, but soundproofing isn't a priority at 3-star level in Kankan.
What time is check-in at Chez Moi?
Check-in at Chez Moi is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Chez Moi have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in lobby and all rooms (one device per guest); speed roughly 10 Mbps down, enough for email and browsing; login via voucher given at check-in
Is there a city or tourist tax at Chez Moi?
5,000 GNF per person per night (collected at check-in, cash only)
Where can I eat cheaply near Chez Moi?
Plate of riz sauce (rice with peanut or leaf sauce) from a small maquis, about 15,000-20,000 GNF.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Chez Moi?
Shared taxi (usually a 7-seater) within town costs 2000-3000 GNF per ride; no public bus or airport shuttle exists so negotiate a private taxi to the airport for around 100,000-150,000 GNF.
When is the best time to visit Kankan?
December, January and February: dry season with blue skies, temperatures around 28–33°C and far fewer mosquitoes. Crowds are low because it's not a peak tourist month.
Top Attractions in Kankan
💡 Come before 9am to see the best produce and avoid midday heat. Try the grilled plantains with peanut sauce from a stall near the cloth section.
💡 Ask the guard to unlock the back room – it holds a rare collection of 19th-century arms. Tip 5,000 GNF if you can.
💡 Go just before sunset for quiet – and watch local tailors and traders set up nearby. Cover shoulders and knees.
💡 Bring your own water. The garden has no café – buy fresh coconuts from street vendors at the entrance.
💡 Walk upstream 200m to a quieter spot under mango trees. Bring a mat, but leave valuables. Sunsets are lovely from 6pm.